TheOrdinary Granactive Retinoid 2% Emulsion Reviews

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3 Reviews

• 에일

  Dec 3, 2023
  Combination SkinAcne Skin

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  Pros

  The Granactive Retinoid was the best alternative for me, who suffered from skin irritation while using a 1% retinol product. Compared to retinol, it has almost no irritation, but the skin texture immediately becomes smoother, and since it is an emulsion type, it is absorbed without any stickiness, and it also helps control excessive sebum, in addition to actually helping with blemish care. If you have aversion to retinol or experience side effects, I recommend trying it.

  Cons

  While it may be a bit disappointing in terms of effectiveness compared to the original retinol, it is undoubtedly superior among the wrinkle improvement products available on the market.

  Tip

  I think it is the best choice for those who are worried about side effects of existing retinol, have experienced side effects, or are new to it.

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• 박케찹

  Jan 27, 2022
  Dry Skin

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  Pros

  My skin has become so smooth and soft after using this product. I can feel the difference every time I cleanse my face. It has greatly improved my skin texture and refined my pores. The day after using it, my skin is so smooth and supple without any flakiness, making my cleansing routine feel great. It's not as drying as I had worried, given that retinol products are known to be drying and irritating. The initial slight irritation only lasted the first day I used it, and I haven't experienced any since. My blemishes have been quickly cleared up. Even though I didn't have much trouble with acne when I was a student, I would still get the occasional breakout as an adult, which was stressful. But since using this, I haven't had a single blemish.

  Cons

  The 3-month expiration date means I have to use it up quickly, leaving me with little room for flexibility. I haven't seen a significant effect on my enlarged pores and blackheads yet. The blackheads do seem to have reduced a bit, but since I'm using other products as well, I can't fully attribute that to this one.

  Tip

  I'm using it twice a week, and be sure to apply sunscreen the next day. It's best to use it with a soothing product as well.

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• 4th_me

  Mar 22, 2021
  Oily SkinAcne Skin

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  Pros

  My skin was sagging and gradually losing its elasticity, but it has definitely become firmer and healthier. My parents also bought it and they like it. I will continue to use it going forward~

  Cons

  The scent is not that great...? But I was fine with it.