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The Ordinary Retinol Serum 1% in Squalane 30ml

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Image 1 - A brown glass bottle of retinol serum with a dropper cap, surrounded by water droplets and accompanied by the text A high-strength retinol serum that targets general signs of skin aging.
Image 2 - Image of a textured surface with bubbles, featuring the text 1% retinol improves the appearance of fine and dynamic lines, while evening skin texture and tone. Squalane enhances surface-level hydration.
Image 3 - A person with clear skin is applying a dropper of serum to their face with visible text that reads Apply daily in the evening. Use sun protection during the day.
Image 4 - A smooth, clear liquid serum texture is shown with the text Anhydrous serum texture displayed prominently.
Image 5 - Image shows a series of skincare product textures arranged in three rows labeled PREP, TREAT, and SEAL, with product types displayed: cleansers and toners in the PREP row, water-based serums, eye serums, and oils in the TREAT row with Anhydrous Solutions highlighted, and suspensions, moisturizers, and SPF in the SEAL row.

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My skin loves it

4 stars out of a maximum of 5

Great product I also like the smell. Use it 3x a week and has helped my skin a lot

by Tinyiko

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I like it

5 stars out of a maximum of 5

Just started to try using 3 times a week so far I like it I do add a bit of moisturiser on top but feel very comfortable next day not dry and for the price I’m impressed 

by Karen Verified Purchase

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Doesn't do anything for me

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Doesn't do anything for me.. My skin just doesn't want to soak it in, because it's so extremely oily. Then I go to sleep and it all goes everywhere except into my skin. There are much better retinols out there that have saved my extremely acne-prone skin.

by Viktoria

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love it!!

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I have been using it for a month now and I can confidently say my skin is improving. I'm happy with this product.

by dawn

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Amazing!

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Absolutely love this product. Seen a significant difference in my skin. Definitely recommend.

by Tess

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Not a good experience with this retinol

2 stars out of a maximum of 5

I used this product for 2 months yet my skin never got used to it and I think 2 month is enough time to get used to any potential purging. It caused red eczema patches, itchiness and my skin became so sensitive and my skin barrier damaged. Note: I have used retinol before, I started slowly with low percentages, and then slowly moved to 1%). I continued to apply for 2 months and my skin got worse, and now I have eczema on my face and neck so I stopped use and am working on building my skin barrier back. I would not buy it again nor recommend it - there are so many better 1% retinol products on the market! Disappointed that this product ruined my skin!

by Guka

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Hard to say...

3 stars out of a maximum of 5

If this worked or not. I have been using it 2-3 times a week. Haven’t noticed any difference or allergic reaction, but I used vitamin C serum before. It is possible that the vitamin C serum affects how well the retinol is working. It’s possible that the retinol has reduced marks on my face a little.

by Camilla

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Amazing product!

5 stars out of a maximum of 5

I started a regime with products from The Ordinary a few months ago and I'm so impressed. I use this retinol at night and wake up with glowing skin! It's amazing value for money, a little goes a long way and a bottle lasts for ages!

by Kimberley

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Retinol

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Čudovite izdelke ponujate. Veliko mojih prijateljic sem navdušila. V njihovem imenu in svojem se poslužujemo vaših izdelkov. Retinol ne je nadvse fasciniral. Uporabljam tudi izdelek s c vitaminom. Navdušila sem tudi svojo hčerko in ji za rojstni dan naročila nekaj vaših izdelkov. Hvala vam **** You offer wonderful products. I impressed a lot of my friends. We use your products on their behalf and on our own. Retinol was not very fascinating. I also use a product with vitamin c. I also impressed my daughter and ordered some of your products for her birthday. thank you

by Marta

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Quite greasy

4 stars out of a maximum of 5

I know this is an oil formula, but I found that it doesn't absorb well into the skin and I didn't notice a difference in my skin after 2 months of using it. It was really hydrating and I had no irritation at all, so used it daily after my toner which was sufficient not to leave my skin dry. However, I prefer retinol in serum form so I can apply a moisturiser afterwards, which you cannot do with this being an oil. I would recommend it to those with dry skin but avoid if oily as it can clog pores.

by Lava

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