TheOrdinary Granactive Retinoid 2% in Squalane Reviews

Name: Granactive Retinoid 2% in Squalane
Brand: TheOrdinary
Rating: 4.42 (71 reviews)

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8 Reviews

오들꼬들
Aug 29, 2024
Combination Skin
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Pros
Retinol can be difficult to get used to at first, but when you find a product that is easy to approach but still effective, it's perfect! It's an emulsion, not an oil, so it's moisturizing and bouncy. It absorbs well and you can feel the bounciness right away when you apply it, which I liked.
Cons
If I had to pick something, it's that the effects aren't exactly dramatic, and after applying it, your face is left feeling a bit greasy, beyond just bouncy - more like sticky.
Tip
It's fine to use it only at night. Absolutely do not use it when putting on makeup!

밝은청새리상어2171
Apr 18, 2023
Combination Skin
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Pros
It has a gentle formula and good spreadability. It helps to refine skin texture and somewhat improve pores.
Cons
My face feels a bit shiny. I think I need to adjust the amount used.

차분한올빼미801088
Mar 17, 2023
Oily SkinAcne Skin
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Pros
The product applies smoothly and my skin looks better the next day.
Cons
Right after application, the skin looks a bit shiny and it's not recommended to expose it to sunlight.
Tip
It's best to apply it only at night and use a vitamin C serum during the day.

꿉스
Jan 22, 2023
Normal Skin
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Pros
1. Efficacy I saw noticeable effects much faster than any other retinol product. Retinol cosmetics sold on the market are still cosmetics, so it usually takes at least a month of use to feel a clear difference. But this product gave me the smooth skin I expected from retinol in just 3-4 days, which was quite surprising. Of course, the concentration is not very high, but I would recommend this to those who want to enjoy a moderate retinol effect. 2. Price This is the biggest advantage of The Ordinary. The price is exceptionally affordable considering the ingredients and effects. 3. Sensitivity Even though my skin doesn't react strongly to retinol, there are times when my skin condition is not good and I feel some irritation. But this retinol product didn't seem to be affected by my skin condition and I could use it comfortably. I was pleased that the level of irritation was low compared to the effects.
Cons
1. Texture To stabilize the retinol, the texture is a bit oily, but it feels overly greasy. It's like just applying oil, and the formula is so runny that it drips down my forehead when I apply it to my face, slowly seeping into my eyes. Even when I apply it far from my eyes, it subtly flows across my skin and gets into my eyes again. No matter how much I wipe it, it keeps seeping in. I learned that the good spreadability can also be a downside with this product. 2. Eye Irritation I'm someone who can't even use mineral sunscreens because they irritate my eyes. So having a product that drips into my eyes? I just have to endure the eye watering. This is the kind of product you have to apply while lying down with your eyes closed.
Tip
- The Ordinary is great if you just want to focus on the effects alone. I strongly recommend this brand to those who want a skincare routine centered around the ingredients, but you'll have to compromise on the user experience.

개성적인박쥐귀여우724
Jan 1, 2023
Dry SkinSensitive Skin
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Pros
The next day, my skin texture became smoother and my complexion looked brighter.
Cons
The oily formula means that if you use it frequently, you may get small pimples.
Tip
If you apply a light moisturizing cream and gently pat it in, your skin will be less irritated.

NEW.O
Oct 10, 2022
Normal Skin
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Pros
The skin texture becomes smoother. While the pores do not become smaller, it seems to help manage sebum and be effective against blackheads. I'm not sure about the wrinkle improvement or skin tone correction effects, as I used it rather sparingly. The squalane spreads very smoothly. So in the beginning, I only used a very small amount, but I couldn't really tell if it was effective at all. When I applied it more generously, the skin texture improvement effect became quite noticeable. The skin looks much smoother. And while I didn't directly feel dryness when I only used this, adding a cream on top was better for me. The squalane feels like a diluting agent to reduce irritation. I used to really like the Ordinary vitamin C products, but I haven't been using them since I started using this. But now I might just stick with this... It felt a bit oily at first, but it's much easier to apply now.
Cons
Not much. The oily feel of the squalane was a bit off-putting in the beginning, but that's about it. It's oily, but a bit lacking to use on its own.

sonomo
Jun 28, 2022
Combination SkinSensitive SkinAcne Skin
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Pros
It's decent and affordable, so it's worth trying. They say retinol is good for pore and wrinkle improvement, and there's a 2% product that I like.
Cons
The spreadability is really poor, so it's hard to apply. No matter how much I pat it, it doesn't absorb and just feels greasy on the skin.

가벼운참돌고래라고요
Jan 15, 2022
Combination SkinSensitive SkinAcne Skin
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Pros
The product was satisfactory as it did not cause any new breakouts or irritation, despite my sensitive and combination skin. The fragrance is not unpleasant.
Cons
First, the dropper was made of a fragile material, and without the dropper, it was difficult to control the amount. My face is combination, with redness, large pores, and wrinkles on my cheeks, so I used this product to target those areas, but it did not have a significant effect. Instead, the next day, my skin became oily, and I experienced small bumps or discomfort. This product did not suit my skin type. It has a heavy, oily formula. Additionally, the product did not absorb well, and in my nighttime routine, I use a sequence of skin, oil, and cream, but when I tried to apply another cream or gel after the oil, the cream would not absorb properly, and it felt uncomfortable. On the days I only used the oil, my skin still felt dry and dehydrated.