Retinol 0.2% in Squalane

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The Ordinary Retinol 0.2% in Squalane is where a retinol routine should start. Pure retinol at a deliberately low 0.2% in a water-free squalane base — strong enough to work on fine lines and photo damage, mild enough that your skin can build tolerance without the redness and peeling that makes people abandon retinol in week two.

🎯 What It Does

• Reduces fine lines — pure retinol is among the most researched anti-ageing actives available
• Addresses photo damage — works on the visible marks of sun exposure over time
• Targets general ageing — improves texture and tone with sustained use
• Builds tolerance safely — the entry strength, designed to be stepped up from
• Hydrates alongside — squalane and jojoba offset the dryness retinol causes
• Stays stable — the water-free base protects the retinol from degrading

🔬 Key Ingredients

• Pure Retinol 0.2% — entry-level strength of a well-researched retinoid
• Squalane — plant-derived emollient providing lightweight hydration
• Jojoba Seed Oil — softens and supports the barrier through treatment

📋 How to Use

1. Apply a small amount to the face in the evening only.
2. Use after water-based serums, before heavier treatments.
3. Start two or three nights a week and build up as tolerance develops.
4. Daily sun protection is essential while using retinoids.

Important. Retinol can cause significant irritation, redness and peeling around the eyes and mouth in the early stages while skin builds tolerance. If you have not used high-strength retinol before, start here and step up to 0.5% and then 1% only as your skin adapts — you reach the same end result without the peeling along the way. Do not use with other retinoid treatments. Avoid unprotected sun exposure. Avoid entirely if pregnant or breastfeeding.

👤 Best For

Skin Type: All Skin Types — retinol beginners
Concerns: Fine Lines, Photo Damage, Uneven Texture, General Signs of Ageing
Texture: Water-free oil serum

📊 At a Glance