The Ordinary Granactive Retinoid 2% Emulsion, Advanced Retinoid Alternative for Anti-Aging and Skin Texture Improvement, 1 Fl Oz

I cannot rave about the ordinary enough. The products are a great quality for the money. They smell good and the results are there. My face feels wonderful. I see noticeable results after a few months compared to other products on the market. This is a no-brainer.

Mrs C here. I LOVE this product! I use it daily at night and have seen a huge difference in my skin in the last 4 months. It has evened out my skin texture, no breakouts, no sensitivity, skin is brighter, tighter and looks great!Try it, at this price, you'd be insane not to!

I’ve been using this retinol serum and it’s honestly been more effective than some prescription ones I’ve tried. It’s helped clear up my breakouts and leaves my skin feeling so soft and smooth. I’ve even noticed a nice glow after using it—my 47-year-old skin looks more radiant than it has in years!I also love that it feels like a great value for the price, and the packaging looks nice too. As for the scent, it kind of depends—some days I don’t notice it at all, other days it smells a bit strong. Moisture-wise, it doesn’t dry my skin out immediately like some other retinols, but I do make sure to follow up with a good moisturizer just in case.Overall, I’m really happy with how it’s working for my skin.

I think it’s good. I’m so used to have my face roughed up from retinol that I’m honestly not sure if that’s a requirement to be effective?This doesn’t mess my skin up, no peeling or cracking. So, this is either a superbly gentle product, or maybe it just doesn’t do anything? I think my skin looks good, but I don’t know why or if it only looks good to me. Cosmetics are difficult to evaluate. And sometimes, a face cream that does nothing (like almost every commercially available face cream) could actually be the best outcome one can hope for. Considering…..When in doubt, I’m easy. Why not? Five stars for not being sticky, drying, stinky or giving my outbreaks.

I like the results of this serum I just wish it didn’t leave my skin so oily.

i was using the lowest ordinary retinol with squalene and my skin was irritated. I thought it was just the retinol purge but i started using this and no irritation. i think my skin doesn't like the oil like consistency of the squalene. That one also seemed messy. I expect some purging but this is a lot gentler so far. This will be my new retinol solution!Ill use the squalene on my body or something. I hope they have this formulation in the higher percentage retinols! Love the ordinary!

This stuff works if you use it correctly. Apply 4 drops to damp skin. While your skin is still damp from the drops, apply a moisturizer. My facial lines disappeared by 50%.

Love “The Ordinary” products, this one especially has made a difference for my skin!