![]() ![]() This sounds like a low concentration but it’s not. This is a 0.2% pure retinol formulation.So, if you’re looking into this serum you may be better off with the 5% granactive retinoid because it’s high strength and low irritation. It targets photo damage, fine lines and signs of aging. The Ordinary describes this as low strength, moderate irritation. How To Use: Use in the PM, after water based serums, before oils and creams. “These technologies cannot be compared directly with retinol itself in terms of concentration because they include a different retinoid molecule, in a similar way that Retinol cannot be compared with Retinoic Acid in terms of concentration.” Retinol 0.2% in Squalane Here’s The Ordinary’s explanation on the granactive retinoid vs retinol. Like the granactive retinoid serums, they also have a squalane base. And, you should not start off with daily use. Even at 0.2% which seems like a very low concentration, they can still cause irritation. They contain pure retinol and are more likely to cause irritation. The Ordinary’s retinols are their strongest retinoid serums. But, don’t start off with this one.ĭon’t Use With: Conflicts with Retinoids, Direct Acids, Vitamin C (LAA/ELAA), or “Buffet” + Copper Peptides 1%. ![]() Great retinoid to use if you have prior experience with retinol.Retinoids are thought to dry out your skin, this one shouldn’t. The squalane base makes it more hydrating.This one offers 5% concentration, a high strength formulation with little to no irritation. A bit stronger formulation than the first to retinoids.The granactive retinoid fights signs of aging without causing irritation. ![]() It offers the best of both worlds high strength retinoid with little to no irritation. This is the serum you want to start using after you’ve had some experience with retinol. How To Use: Use this in the PM after water based serums, before creams and oils. Use With: Peptides, More Molecules, Antioxidants, Oils and Hydrators and Vitamin C derivatives.ĭon’t Use With: Conflicts with Retinoids, Direct Acids, Vitamin C (LAA/ELAA), or “Buffet” + Copper Peptides 1%. It’s good for dry skin but, oily skin may prefer the emulsion.
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