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    1 years
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    Bra retinol, bra pris!

    Gillar dennna retinol väldigt mycket, den gör sitt jobb och känns inte kletig eller obekväm på huden. #lykoreview
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  • 6 days

    Red cheeks

    I have tried this, but my cheeks turn red and feel burning. Can't I use it for my sensitive skin or how can I get used to it? I am 43 and have sensitive skin and have tried to use it about every three days.
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    • Employees at Lyko
      6 days
      Hey Maria! If your skin reacts with redness and stinging from this product, you can try these tips 🤖 Reduce usage: Start with once a week and gradually increase. 🤖 Moisturizer first: Apply a moisturizing cream before and after the retinoid. 🤖 Small amount: Use only a pea-sized amount for the entire face, avoiding sensitive areas. 🤖 Damp skin: Apply the retinoid on damp skin for extra protection. 🤖 Protect the skin: Use SPF 30-50 daily and strengthen the skin with soothing products like ceramides and panthenol. Take care!
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  • 2 weeks

    Azelaic acid

    Can I use this together with azelaic acid from The Ordinary, and in what order? I am 47 and would love to receive tips if there is anything else to add to my routine, which currently only includes azelaic acid, moisturizing cream, and cleansing.
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    • Customer service at Lyko
      2 weeks
      Hey Lisa! Yes, it works really well to use them together. Make sure to gradually introduce your skin to the new combination to reduce irritation Something I recommend adding to your routine is a peeling! Here’s a tip lyko.com/sv/dermalogica/dermalogica-daily-microfoliant-13g Take care!
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  • 3 weeks

    When in the routine

    When in the routine should I apply this? Before or after serum & essence?
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    • Customer service at Lyko
      3 weeks
      Hey Olivia I would recommend adding this product to your evening routine as retinoids can make the skin more sensitive to the sun The Ordinary Granactive Retinoid 2% Emulsion should be applied after toner and essence, but before your serum in your skincare routine Take care!
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  • Moisturizer afterwards?

    According to your guide for The Ordinary - mature skin, the evening routine should end with this. Is that really correct? Shouldn't you apply a moisturizer afterwards?
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    • Customer service at Lyko
      3 weeks
      Hey Marta Maria Kristina! 👋 I would recommend you apply a moisturizer after this as the last step to give your skin moisture. The risk of using the retinoid as the last step is that the skin might feel a bit tight 🤭 Take care! 🥰
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  • 1 month

    moisturizer

    Hey, can you use Paula's Choice hydrating treating mask after using this serum? 😊
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    • 1 month
      Okay Thanks 😊
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  • squalane ?

    Hey! What is actually the difference between this and, for example, Retinol 0.2% in Squalane? I bought it and understood that I should increase to 0.5 later. But is this product actually 2% on the same scale? d :) regards
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    • Customer service at Lyko
      1 month
      Hey Emma! 👋🤩 Granactive Retinoid 2% is milder and less irritating than pure retinol, making it gentler and a good alternative for sensitive skin or those who haven't used retinoids before.🤩 Retinol 0.2% is a mild concentration of pure retinol but can cause more irritation than granactive retinoid. When using retinol, it can be good to start with a low concentration and gradually increase. 🤭 Yes, you can gradually increase to a higher concentration, such as 0.5% retinol or a higher concentration of granactive retinoid. But since granactive retinoid is milder than pure retinol, you need to gradually acclimate your skin if you increase to Retinol 0.2% in Squalane. Take care! 🌠
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  • 1 month

    Good product but skeptical about the alcohol

    Since this contains Cetearyl Alcohol, which my skin tends to break out from, I've noticed lately after using this & Cerave Pm moisturizer that also contains it (comes from coconut, I understood, my skin doesn't like that) but I thought about switching to the retinol variants since I saw they don't contain it. I've been using this for maybe 1 month now, gradually increasing, my skin handles it fine except for breakouts, but it could have been Cerave Pm as well or both, but can I start with Ordinary retinol 0.5% & gradually increase on that or do I have to start with 0.2% which feels a bit like a step back from what I've been using now?
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  • 1 month

    Switch

    Which "stronger" one do you switch to after using this for a few weeks/months?😌 I really like this one!⭐️
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    • 1 month
      Absolutely, thank you so much!!😍
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  • 2 months

    Moisturizer?

    Can this be used as a moisturizer after retinol? lyko.com/sv/la-roche-posay/la-roche-posay-cicaplast-balm-b5--spf50-40-ml
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    • Customer service at Lyko
      1 month
      Hey Natta! Absolutely, they work really well! Take care!
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  • 2 months

    Can it be used before

    Can this be used together with Ida Warg Ultra-Hydration Blue Tansy Oil?
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    • Customer service at Lyko
      2 months
      Hey Stina There shouldn't be any problems using this together with Ida Warg Blue Tansy Oil, but the skin can become a bit more sensitive when using retinol, so remember to pay attention to how your skin reacts and introduce retinol slowly Take care!
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The OrdinaryRetinoidsGranactive Retinoid 2% Emulsion 30 ml

112 reviews, 4.1 on average
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A Stable Emulsion of Next-Generation Forms of Retinoid.

This formulation combines two forms of next-generation retinoid actives in a combined concentration of 2% by weight.

These two actives are:
a) Solubilized Hydroxypinacolone Retinoate is a highly-advanced form of retinoid which is, in fact, a non-prescription ester of all-trans direct retinoic acid that offers a multi-fold better effect against signs of ageing than retinol, retinyl palmitate and nearly all other forms of non-prescription retinoid;
b) a sustained-delivery form of pure retinol in a protective capsule system which supports both the delivery and the effect of Solubilized Hydroxypinacolone Retinoate.
Both forms of retinoid used avoid the irritation associated with retinoid (including retinol) use while delivering better visible results against signs of ageing.

Use:
Apply a few drops to face in the PM as part of your skincare regimen. Do not use with other retinoid treatments. Use sun protection in the AM.

30 ml
  • Category:Serum
  • Article number:
    2328-101-0030

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