The OrdinaryRetinal 0.2% Emulsion, High-Strength Retinoid Serum for Advanced Anti-Aging Support, 0.5 Fl Oz

This is a quality product without the price tag. I have been using it for several months and the results are the same I had with much higher priced retinal creams (high end brands).Skin feels softer, clearer and moisturized after usage - I started noticing how good it felt on the skin almost immediately, no reactions. This cream has no scentThe Ordinary products are effective and accessible, I would never change brand.

I have been highly impressed with the ordinary brand of products. I recently have been beefing up my skincare routine and getting the more higher end brands now that I'm beginning to age and am getting closer to 40. Now normally the adage "You get what your pay for" is quite true, but this brand is definitely the exception to this rule. This is a very strong and effective retinol and I'm astonished that it is as accessible as it is and the amazing price point with it being so well done and effective. This is definitely not for beginners of retinol, this is for the seasoned retinol users, and those that have no sensitivity issues whatsoever with harsher skincare products. I started out with using the retinol in squalene with the serum dropper method of transfer until my skin became slowly transitioned well enough to begin the highest dose available with The Ordinary. This process comes in a tube bottle almost like a skinny cigar in size. I love the compact form, especially with so many products being serum based and in dropper vials, this is a welcomed change. This has a cap like a marker on top, and a small pump to dispense the product. The product is neon yellow in color, which is the color of retinol product. It has the consistency of the paint that would be used with finger painting. A little goes a long way. It is recommended and advised to only use a pea sized amount, but lets be real a pea sized amount is barely getting my whole face lol. I use two pea size drops to cover both halves of my face, one on the left and one on the right. This container will last you a long time, so the price point is phenomenal. Remember to start out slow and only use every few nights and work your way to every other day then nightly. Dont use this for morning/day skincare routine, only use this at night. Make sure to moisturize on top and absolutely definitely wear sunscreen the next day when going out in the sun because if not, you will burn and your skin will be very sensitive. I will be continuing to purchase this everytime I run out 🥰

This Retinal is awesome. Started out every other night for a week or so. Switched to every night and no irritation. Very slight flaking. My skin texture is so much better. I can see slight improvement around my eyes, and I know with continued use will see more improvement. I am very pleased.

Love it. Every night I mix 2 pumps with The Ordinary lightweight moisturizer to keep my face from drying out and it works perfectly. I’ve noticed my face is softer and I haven’t had any breakouts after 4 weeks of use. I’m blessed that I’m in my 40’s and I don’t have wrinkles yet so I can’t say how effective it is on that. I tried using this without mixing with moisturizer and it was not great. It absorbs so fast that a pea size amount only covers my forehead before I need even more pumps to cover the rest of my face, so mixing with moisturizer is a must for me because I can use it every night even though I didn’t build up to it and it keeps my face from drying out, and I’m using less product in order to cover my entire face. Results are fast with consistency of use and I will be repurchasing.

I like the way this feels on my skin, I feel like my skin looks better since using.

This retinal cream has been a game changer in my skincare routine! I’ve noticed a real difference in the texture and tone of my skin—it’s smoother, clearer, and looks more refreshed. Unlike other retinol products I’ve tried in the past, this one doesn’t cause irritation or dryness. It absorbs nicely and layers well with my moisturizer. After just a few weeks, fine lines have started to fade, and my complexion looks brighter. Highly recommend for anyone looking to step up their skincare!

Great product, can see a little change in my complexion. Didn’t expect wrinkles to improve wanted to try for acne prone skin. Works very well for that.

It has helped me with the stains.