The Ordinary Retinal 0.2% Emulsion 15ml
The Ordinary Retinal 0.2% Emulsion 15ml
The Ordinary Retinal 0.2% Emulsion, a high-strength retinoid formula that rapidly firms, smooths, and rejuvenates your skin. With a 0.2% concentration of retinal, this serum targets dark spots, refines skin texture, and boosts luminosity for a brighter, more even-looking complexion. Suitable for all skin types, this serum is your key to a youthful and radiant skin transformation.
Why you need it
Why you need it
The Ordinary Retinal 0.2% Emulsion has a high retinoid content, which instantly rejuvenates your skin by eliminating dark spots while giving an intense firming effect. With 0.2% concentration, this product is your ticket to a youthful complexion.
Retinal 0.2% Emulsion is a very high strength retinoid formula that rapidly firms and smooths skin, while noticeably reducing the appearance of dark spots. It helps refine skin texture, while targeting uneven tone and boosting luminosity for brighter, more even-looking skin.
The serum-textured formula is suitable for all skin types, and is recommended for experienced users of retinoids. If you are new to using retinoids, we recommend exploring the Granactive Retinoid 2% Emulsion, or the Retinol 0.2% in Squalane, and progressing to higher strengths as your skin builds tolerance.
Retinal (also known as retinaldehyde) is a well-studied retinoid that offers more efficient delivery of the most direct form of vitamin A molecules than retinol, thanks to being 1 conversion step closer to the bioactive form of vitamin A.
With a high 0.2% concentration of retinal, Retinal 0.2% Emulsion is able to noticeably improve skin firmness and improve the look of lines and wrinkles, including crow’s feet, frown lines, and forehead wrinkles.
Retinal 0.2% Emulsion also contains synthetic oat analogues (specifically avenanthramide - a key beneficial component found in oats). This ingredient is known to help target skin discomfort and dryness, which are common concerns associated with retinoid use.
The bright yellow hue of the formula comes from the high concentration of retinal, which is naturally yellow. This may leave some residual colour on skin and light coloured fabrics, which can be minimised by allowing the product to fully absorb, and skin to dry before making contact with light-coloured fabrics. This residual colour can be removed by washing skin with water, and washing fabrics with your regular detergent according to their care instructions.
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how to use
how to use
Avoid the eye contour and contact with eyes.
Start with a weekly application and gradually increase to twice a week, a few days apart, as tolerated by your skin.
Apply a moisturiser afterwards.
Do not use with other retinoid products.
Use sun protection during the day.
Patch testing prior to use is advised.
Do not use with: Copper Peptides, Direct Acids, Direct Vitamin C, Retinoids.
Key Ingredients
Key Ingredients
Synthetic oat analogues.

INGREDIENTS
INGREDIENTS
About the Brand
About the Brand
The Ordinary skincare is the game-changing brand that's changed the face of beauty. With effective, trusted skincare solutions, The Ordinary products let you design your own skincare regime. No frills and no fuss means The Ordinary skincare gives you top quality ingredients at incredibly affordable prices. Hero products include The Ordinary Hyaluronic Acid 2% + B5, Niacinamide 10% + Zinc 1% and Salicylic Acid 2% Solution. Part of the DECIEM family, all The Ordinary products are developed by the in-house team of chemists. The Ordinary skincare formulas are vegan and cruelty-free, plus free of parabens and mineral oil.

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Love this product, I have sensitive skin and it hasn't irritated it at all, I'm delighted
This is my second time purchasing this, I love how it makes my skin feel, easy to apply and lasts for so long.
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Great product, easy to apply and no side effect.
This is great for dark spots on my face.
This product is super easy to use,l didn't have any adverse reaction and after approx. 2 months I see great improvement,skin plumper & brighter.


















