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

This stuff is concentrated. 1% Retinol it says. I thought my skin was acclimated to this serum, but I guess not. I used it twice and now have a bit of retinol burn across my cheeks but I'm not bothered by it. I recommend starting with a lower dose if you haven't used it before. I know how eager we all are for the fastest results and that included me. I'm waiting for my skin to heal and then will continue using it. I'm hoping to fade some middle-aged brown spots. I love how affordable this product is. A department store brand at this concentration level was over $100! It really is a quality product and The Ordinary comes so highly recommended. Just buy it!

It is good to read how to use it. The first time I put it on my face turned red like an allergy (the bottle says not to mix it with other products that contain retinol and it also says that I can get over the red face but that this is until your face gets used to the product) I lasted three days with a red face and dryness as if it were peeling. After those three days I used it again and I love what I see and the rise of my skin, my face has not turned red again and my pores are controlled, I really love the results I am seeing.

This stuff nearly erased my fine lines. My forehead looks like I’m completely wrinkle free. In my 30s just starting to see signs of aging. Be sure to use an exosome shot immediately before applying this. Don’t use but every 2-3x a week or you will peel pretty deeply. My results were worth it. I removed dead skin with a rice exfoliation and it sloughed off everything, maybe a little too much. My skin is perfectly smooth like glass and literally my forehead is wrinkle free.

Over time, I've noticed improvements in skin texture and a reduction in fine lines. ​However, starting with this high concentration of retinol was challenging. Initially, I experienced dryness and irritation, which I later learned is common when beginning retinol treatments. It's advisable to start with a lower concentration, such as 0.2% or 0.5%, to allow the skin to build tolerance before progressing to 1%

This product is targeting my sun damage on my forehead. Definitely recommend.

Love how my skin looks and feels. Doesn't bother my sensitive skin.

Great products for great prices. So glad they are available on Amazon now. Straight forward ingredients that have made and kept my skin looking amazing

At first, the retinol worked great for my skin, I didn’t experience any irritation and everything was going well. However, after several weeks of use, I started noticing some discomfort and redness, so I decided to pause it. Despite that, I really like the texture of the product and I know it has many benefits, so I plan to start using it again once my skin is more balanced. I’m sure that, with more controlled use, I’ll be able to enjoy its effects without issues.