The Ordinary Retinol 1% in Squalane and The Ordinary Retinol 0.5% in Squalane are facial treatments that contain retinol, an ingredient that improves the appearance of fine and dynamic lines that arise from a loss of collagen and elastin, while evening skin texture and tone. Both products are anhydrous and offer a water-free solution containing 1% and 0.5% retinol, respectively. They are supported with squalane, a moisturizing agent naturally found in the skin that enhances surface-level hydration and helps combat the dryness that can be associated with retinol use.
The Ordinary Retinol 1% in Squalane contains the following ingredients: Squalane, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Simmondsia Chinensis (Jojoba) Seed Oil, Retinol, Solanum Lycopersicum (Tomato) Fruit Extract, Rosmarinus Officinalis.
The Ordinary Retinol 0.5% in Squalane contains the following ingredients: Squalane, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Simmondsia Chinensis (Jojoba) Seed Oil, Retinol, Solanum Lycopersicum (Tomato) Fruit Extract, Rosmarinus Officinalis.
The Ordinary recommends starting with Retinol 0.2% in Squalane and slowly working your way up to Retinol 0.5% in Squalane and Retinol 1% in Squalane. However, if you are prone to sensitivity, you may prefer to use newer retinoid technologies, such as those found in their Granactive Retinoid 2% Emulsion.
It is important to note that all forms of retinoids make skin more prone to sun damage, so they should be used at night only and sunscreen should be applied generously during the day. Additionally, The Ordinary Retinol 1% in Squalane and The Ordinary Retinol 0.5% in Squalane should not be used with Copper Peptides, Direct Acids, Direct Vitamin C, or other Retinoids.
Overall, The Ordinary Retinol 1% in Squalane and The Ordinary Retinol 0.5% in Squalane are vegan, cruelty-free, and reef safe products that are good for fighting acne, anti-aging, dry skin, brightening skin, oily skin, reducing pores, scar healing, dark spots, and better texture.
