82%
would repurchase
4.2/5
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ingredients

Aqua (Water), Glycerin, Ethyl Linoleate, Propanediol, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Dimethyl Isosorbide, Cetearyl Isononanoate, Bisabolol, Hydroxypinacolone Retinoate, Retinol, Tasmannia Lanceolata Fruit/Leaf Extract, Inulin Lauryl Carbamate, Glyceryl Stearate, Ceteareth-12, Ceteareth-20, Cetearyl Alcohol, Carrageenan, Xanthan gum, Acacia Senegal Gum, Cetyl Palmitate, Sucrose Laurate, Polysorbate 20, Isoceteth-20, Behentrimonium Chloride, Trisodium Ethylenediamine Disuccinate, Disodium EDTA, Dehydroacetic Acid, Benzoic Acid, Ethylhexylglycerin, Phenoxyethanol, Chlorphenesin.

Reviews

Reviews


5.0
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7 years ago

I have normal/dry skin and I am 30. My skin had no major issues except it looks unhealthy, dull and uneven due to pimple marks, freckles etc. This is my first retinoid product. I bought this...

About reviewer (42 reviews)

Age30-35

SkinDry, Fair-Medium, Cool

HairBrunette, Wavy, Fine

EyesHazel



5.0
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7 years ago

this is wonderful for my skin. It is not harsh at all. I use it every night on my face and neck. My skin is looking better and better

About reviewer (6 reviews)

Age44-55

SkinDry, Fair-Medium

HairBrown

EyesBrown


5.0
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7 years ago

This has worked miracles on my skin! After one use, I noticed my acne was much less angry, my skin was smoother, and I had a glow. After weeks of use, my skin is much brighter and I barely break...

About reviewer (28 reviews)

Age30-35

SkinDry, Medium

HairBrunette

EyesBrown


5.0
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7 years ago

I really like this. I alternate between using this and Skinceuticals 0.3 retinol and my skin is definitely looking brighter, although only time will tell whether this fades my pigmentation. Even...

About reviewer (47 reviews)

Age19-24

SkinSensitive, Medium, Not Sure

HairBlack, Wavy, Medium

EyesBrown


5.0
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7 years ago

I was wary using this because I've never used any advanced Skincare products before this. I have to say I'm pleased with the results so far. It's been a week and my skin is looking brighter and...

About reviewer (202 reviews)

Age25-29

SkinAcne-prone, Medium, Warm

HairBlack, Straight, Coarse

EyesBrown


4.0
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7 years ago

Background: 35, normal to dry-ish skin, occasional breakouts. I wasn't sure how I would feel about this. I tried it for texture issues after using their moisturiser, and for fine lines around my...

About reviewer (3 reviews)

Age30-35

SkinCombination, Fair-Medium

HairBrunette

EyesHazel


5.0
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7 years ago

This is one of my favorite products from The Ordinary. It feels light, absorbs quickly, and doesn't irritate my skin. I've been using for about a month and use this every night. Each morning, I...

About reviewer (76 reviews)

Age36-43

SkinCombination, Fair-Medium, Neutral

HairBrown, Other, Other

EyesBrown


3.0
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7 years ago

This is a great retinol product especially for the price! Would definitely buy again :) My skin type: sensitive, dehydrated & extremely prone to acne and clogged pores Pros: - didn't break me...

About reviewer (72 reviews)

Age25-29

SkinAcne-prone, Fair, Neutral

HairBlack, Wavy, Coarse

EyesBlack


5.0
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7 years ago

I've been using this for about a month now, I started off with every other night use and now I apply it every night as I haven't found it harsh on my skin like I though I would, it's really...

About reviewer (19 reviews)

Age25-29

SkinCombination, Fair, Cool

HairOther, Other, Other

EyesGreen


5.0
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7 years ago

Retinol isn't an exfoliant per se, but its ability to turn over skin cells could be said to have an exfoliating-like effect. And while it may give you peeling and flaking skin, its’ actions are...

About reviewer (2 reviews)

Age56 & Over

SkinDry, Fair

HairBlond

EyesGreen


1.0
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7 years ago

ETA - 3.28.2018 - almost a year later - I'm still up in the air with this stuff. My bottle I have only is good once opened for a year - so I decided to try it again - and do it consistently 3 times...

About reviewer (489 reviews)

Age30-35

SkinSensitive, Fair-Medium, Warm

HairBrunette, Straight, Fine

EyesBlue


5.0
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7 years ago

Fantastic product! I use 2 times a week at night time and next morning my skin feels bright and soft. For the price, it is a winner.

About reviewer (1 reviews)

Age36-43

SkinDry, Medium

HairBlack

EyesBrown


2.0
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7 years ago

Sad face from the Ordinary 2% Retinoid. It has caused a bit of havoc on my face (havoc for me as I don't have skin issues) Had hoped to use this for fine lines. Surprised as it sounded like this...

About reviewer (7 reviews)

Age44-55

SkinCombination, Fair-Medium, Neutral

HairRed, Curly, Fine

EyesHazel


5.0
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7 years ago

I have uneven skin tone and some recurring acne and bumps on my cheeks (which I think is hormonal and cystic but nothing major that warrants a trip to the dermatologist). I started using the...

About reviewer (4 reviews)

Age25-29

SkinCombination, Fair-Medium

HairBlack

EyesBrown


5.0
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7 years ago

I have used 1% trentinoin in the past and my skin went crazy for about a month afterwards just gettinf used to it/purging. with this formula from The Ordinary, there is none of that purging. My...

About reviewer (102 reviews)

Age25-29

SkinCombination, Olive

HairBlack

EyesBlack


4.0
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7 years ago

This is a great product and I highly recommend it. It delivers great results just after few uses and after 2 weeks I can see my skin improved a lot.

About reviewer (1 reviews)

Age30-35

SkinCombination, Olive

HairBrunette

EyesBrown


4.0
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7 years ago

This worked wonders for my skin, dealt with my spots perfectly.

About reviewer (3 reviews)

Age25-29

SkinDry, Fair-Medium

HairBrunette

EyesBrown


5.0
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7 years ago

Deciem/The Ordinary currently offer 2 retinol products (the 1% Retinol Emulsion and this one - the Advanced Retinoid 2%). The 1% is actually the stronger of the two because of the difference in...

About reviewer (35 reviews)

Age44-55

SkinDry, Fair, Not Sure

HairBlond, Other, Other

EyesHazel


4.0
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7 years ago

this is pretty decent, i will keep purchasing it. it is definitely the best product i've tried so far from the ordinary. the first time i used it there were noticeable results the next morning. ...

About reviewer (9 reviews)

Age30-35

SkinAcne-prone, Fair-Medium, Warm

HairBrunette, Other, Other

EyesGreen


5.0
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7 years ago

I stumbled across this product looking for an alternative to a more expensive retinoid product (Sunday Riley Luna). I love everything about this product! My skin has never looked so healthy. This...

About reviewer (20 reviews)

Age19-24

SkinCombination, Fair

HairBlond

EyesBlue