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- 3 weeks
Does it work with other serums?
Hi. I'm new to The Ordinary's products. I just started with this Retinol 0.5% in squalane. I also bought The Ordinary's Alpha Arbutin 2% + HA and Niacinamide 10% + Zinc 1%. Can I combine any of these or should I use retinol without any of the other serums? Best regardsTranslated from swedish
909 views- Skin therapist at Lyko3 weeksHi Anna 😊 In the evening once a week you can use Retinol 0.5%. On the evenings you don't use retinol, you can use the Alpha Arbutin and Niacinamide serum. In the morning you can use Alpha Arbutin 2% + HA and Niacinamide 10% + Zinc 1%. Wishing you a nice day! 🌺
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Retinol from The Ordinary: What you should know
I love this product and think it has worked wonders for my skin. One tip is to be careful and not use it when your skin is sensitive or irritated, as it can worsen the problem.Translated from swedish
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Retinol for dark area under the eye
Hi, I have a bruise that never completely goes away under my eye. There is now a dark spot under one eye where the bruise was. Can this be used to renew the skin or what do you recommend? I've never used it before, but I'm open to trying to get rid of the blue/dark shadow/area under my eye. Thanks for the reply! :)Translated from norwegian
889 views- Skin therapist at Lyko1 monthHeihei 👋 If you are still blue after a bruise, I would recommend contacting the pharmacy to get advice directly from professionals. At the pharmacy, there are a number of treatment creams that are suitable for treating bruises and contusions, counteracting coagulation (blood clotting) and improving local blood flow. It also helps bruises disappear faster 🥰 Personally, I have tested Hirudoid ointment, this is over-the-counter! Wishing you a nice day ahead 👋
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Very good
Good mild retinol, good for beginners, good for texture and pores on the skinTranslated from swedish
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Retinol, retinal, retinoid??
I understand that these different ones need to be converted in the skin before they reach their form that is absorbed by the skin and has an effect. BUT do you want it to be converted multiple times, or does it have the best effect if it only needs to be converted once? Grateful for an answer!Translated from swedish
1576 views- Customer service at Lyko1 monthHey! ☺️ You are absolutely right – retinol, retinal (retinaldehyde), and other retinoids need to be converted in the skin before they become active. The fewer conversion steps required, the stronger (and faster) the effect you get. So if you have sensitive skin, I would recommend something like Retinyl Palmitate, which converts 3 times. While Retinal only converts 1 time and is therefore more effective for a brighter skin 💗 Hope you got some clarity! Good luck and take care! ✨1 likes
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tips for me!!
how often should one use this? in which step of the skincare routine? now that it’s starting to go towards summer and sun, how should one deal with retinol then? I am completely new to this and my wish is to reduce and smooth out a lot of acne in my face and unevenness, encapsulated pimples in my face.Translated from swedish
1363 views- 1 monththank you sweet!!! i have used paula's choice 2% bha, but haven't felt any improvement.
to leave a comment - 2 months
Serum
Really great serum, gives glow and radiance 👌Translated from swedish
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Tips
Which one do you think works best for keratosis pilaris, this one or Glycolic Acid 7% Exfoliating TonerTranslated from swedish
1358 views- Customer service at Lyko2 monthsHello! I wouldn't recommend retinol for keratosis pilaris, but Glycolic Acid 7% Exfoliating Toner or lyko.com/sv/the-inkey-list/the-inkey-list-glycolic-acid-exfoliating-body-stick-45-g I would highly recommend 😍 Take care! ✨
to leave a comment - 2 months
Serum
Hi. I have ordered this, and I haven't used this serum before. What do you recommend to use before and after the serum, and which face cream is good to use?Translated from norwegian
1714 views- Skin therapist at Lyko2 monthsHi Natalie 👋 It completely depends on what skin type and skin condition you have, as well as what other products you have in your skincare routines morning and night. In this case, I would absolutely recommend you take our free skin test so we can look at your skin and set up a recommended skincare routine for you using this product 🥰 You can find the skin test in our app under the "beauty scan" section! Wishing you a great day ahead 🙌1 likes
to leave a comment - 3 months
Usage
Can this product be used with hyaluronic acid and niacin serum? And if so, in what order should they be used?Translated from swedish
1 likes2904 views- Former employee3 monthsHey Zelda! 👋🏻☺️ Yes, this product can be used together with hyaluronic acid and niacinamide ✨ Recommended order in your evening routine 👇🏻☺️ 1️⃣ Hyaluronic Acid (hydrates and prepares the skin) 2️⃣ Niacinamide (strengthens the skin barrier and balances oil) 3️⃣ Retinol in Squalane (last step since it is oil-based) 💡 Tip: Start with retinol 1-2 times a week and gradually increase. Always use SPF during the day as retinol makes the skin more sensitive to the sun. Good luck! 😊✨1 likes
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The OrdinaryRetinol 0.5% in Squalane 30 ml
This water-free solution contains 0.5% Retinol, a well-studied ingredient that aims to reduce the appearance of fine lines, wrinkles and textural irregularities. While Retinol has been studied extensively, it can be irritating to the skin for first-time users and requires a build up of skin tolerance. For this reason, we generally recommend using Granactive Retinoid 2% or Granactive Retinoid 5% for first-time users. This formula also offers hydrating benefits due to the presence of Squalane.
The Ordinary’s portfolio of retinoids includes the following formulations:
Granactive Retinoid 2% Emulsion (Moderate Strength, No Irritation)
Granactive Retinoid 5% in Squalane (High Strength, No to Low Irritation)
Retinol 0.2% in Squalane (Low Strength, Moderate Irritation)
Retinol 0.5% in Squalane (Moderate Strength, High Irritation)
Retinol 1% in Squalane (High Strength, Very High Irritation) Note: When pregnant or breastfeeding, it is recommended to avoid any skincare products containing retinoids such as formulations with Granactive Retinoid or Retinol.
Apply a small amount to face in the PM as part of your skincare regimen, after water serums but before heavier treatments. Do not use with other retinoid treatments. Avoid unprotected solar exposure. Store in a cool, dry place.
- Category:Serum
- Article number:2328-147-0030