The Ordinary Retinol 1% in Squalane, High-Strength Retinol Serum for Anti-Aging and Skin Smoothing, 30ml

This is a powerful serum. I always make sure to use a gentle cleanser first to prep my face, then apply this in the evening before bed. Because the consistency is like a bit like oil, it takes a little while to fully absorb into the skin. ​I wake up with noticeably more hydrated and plumper skin in the morning! There is no strong fragrance to worry about either. Just use with caution and remember to work your way up to this percentage if you're new to retinol, as it is a strong formula. Overall, a fantastic product if used correctly.

Second time purchasing, makes my skin look fantastic 10/10.. would highly recommend and well worth the value

This is a GOOD product , no doubt about it , it works on my skin / face , best I have used .

Great product, my skin feels and looks firmer. It applies easily and I haven't had any reactions with using it as I have sensitive skin. I use it twice a week for now. You also have to keep it in the fridge once opened, so when it is applied it has a nice cooling sensation.

This serum is absolutely brilliant for anti-aging. The 1% retinol is quite potent and has noticeably smoothed out my fine lines and improved my skin texture. Because it's formulated in squalane, it feels incredibly nourishing and doesn't dry out my face like other retinols do. But the drawback is, if you apply a lot or regular - depends on your skin - it can have adverse reaction.

Beautiful gives me a good glow, but beware this is very strong, the first time I used this i got burned around my mouth. My skin was flaking off and I got a deep wrinkle on my smile line I never had before because of the rough flaky skin causing a crease. Squalane is a oil so it feels greasy on the skin, but I like it like that. No fragrance AMAZING. Fast absorption if you put in thr night time.

This is good and I don't keep it in fridge. When I use it I add 3 drops into my night moisturiser. If you do this is the day remember to use your sun screen as direct sunlight can case reactions. Overall this brand seems to be good quality.

Meh, makes my face oily and I've seen no difference

Ottimo prodotto , lo uso da mesi e si vede la pelle migliore

Good quality

Thanks to the presence of squalane, one can start using 1% retinol directly on the face at night without experiencing dryness, as the moisturizing properties of squalane help prevent it. However, in my opinion, retinaldehyde—being closer to prescription-strength retinoids—can be more effective. It may cause dryness initially, but over time, the skin builds tolerance, and the results are often better. That said, retinol is still a great option when used consistently over a longer period.

The oil does the job. My skin looks more radiant when I apply the oil every evening.

Effet bluffant a la première utilisation, peau retendue, plus de rides (même si j'en ai pas beaucoup), effet glass skin. Pour les autres utilisations plus cet effet, j'ai fait par etape 2 x par semaine puis tous les deux jours et la je peux le mettre tous les jours plus hydratation par dessus et j'ai aucun effet secondaire. J'utilise crème cerave protection 50 pour la journée. Les rides et ridules on considérablement diminué, je recommande !