The Ordinary Retinol 0.2% in Squalane, Water-Free Pure Retinol Serum for First-Time Retinol Care, 30 mL

Specifications

Brand

The Ordinary

Type

Water-free retinol serum

Content

30 mL

Key Ingredient

Retinol 0.2%, squalane

Scent

Not stated

Use

Evening

Format

Dropper bottle

Manufacturer

ELC Japan

Features

Pure Retinol: A mild first step.

Squalane: Surface moisture.

Texture Care: A simple night step.

Scent Not Stated: Simple, plain serum.

Benefits

A highly stable, water-free pure retinol solution: The bottle prints a highly stable, water-free solution of 0.2 percent pure retinol, and the listing calls it a mild serum for a first retinol, so you start with a clearly stated, gentle amount.

Squalane that moisturises the skin surface: The listing names squalane as a moisturising ingredient that moisturises the skin surface and helps prevent dryness, so the serum keeps your skin feeling smooth and comfortable while the retinol works.

Care for dryness lines and uneven texture: The listing says the serum approaches dryness-related fine lines and uneven texture and cares for uneven tone and roughness, so it suits skin that looks rough or dull and wants a simple night step.

A plain serum with no scent stated: The listing does not describe any scent. Retinol can make skin sensitive to sunlight, so use it in the evening, wear sunscreen in the daytime, do a patch test first and stop use if irritation appears.

Shipped directly from Japan with careful packing: We ship this serum directly from Japan with careful packing, and we recommend you check the dropper bottle and its cap or pump when it arrives, so you can use it with confidence.

How to Use

Patch test

Cleanse

Apply

Moisturise

Who Is This For

The First-Retinol Starter: You want smoother, more even-looking skin from a mild first retinol, but dryness lines and rough texture make skin look tired. Searching for the right serum is tiring, and it is not your fault that it is hard to choose. Our serum gives you 0.2% pure retinol with squalane in a water-free serum. Your skin looks smoother, more even and comfortable with steady evening use, and the mild start keeps your first retinol routine simple and calm every single night, so one dropper bottle can steady your daily routine.

Product Story

We build retinol care around a clearly stated amount, and this serum holds 0.2 percent pure retinol in a water-free squalane solution made as a mild first step. It comes in a 30 mL amber dropper bottle that we pack carefully and ship directly from Japan so it reaches you in good condition and ready to use on your very first evening of the routine.

What's Inside

• The Ordinary Retinol 0.2% in Squalane, Water-Free Pure Retinol Serum for First-Time Retinol Care, 30 mL

Care Guide

Storage: Close the cap firmly after use, store away from direct sunlight and high temperatures, and keep out of reach of children.

Shelf Life: We ship with a minimum of 6 months remaining shelf life.

Important: For external use only. Do a patch test before use, use it in the evening and wear sunscreen in the daytime, because retinol can make skin more sensitive to sunlight. Do not use it on wounds, a rash or damaged skin and keep it away from the eyes. If you notice redness, swelling, itching or irritation while using it, stop use and consult a dermatologist. If you are pregnant or planning a pregnancy, consult your doctor before using vitamin A products. Keep it out of reach of children.

Comparison

Quick Answer

Our water-free serum holds 0.2 percent pure retinol in squalane. After a patch test, apply a few drops over cleansed skin in the evening, follow with a moisturiser and wear sunscreen in the daytime, from a 30 mL dropper bottle.