The Ordinary - Retinol 1% Emulsion

Deciem

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3.4

10 reviews
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    3.0
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    thiebautrenata

    4 years ago

    I have purchased this product, but I prefer the Ordinary 1% retinol in squalene as it absorbs way better. The pro side is the price. So depending on your needs and skin type, you may take look into...

    About reviewer (223 reviews)

    Age36-43

    SkinAcne-prone, Fair, Cool

    HairBrown, Wavy, Fine

    EyesBrown

    5.0
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    Sjess

    6 years ago

    This stuff is strong! I was already using PC Clinical Retinol 1% without any issues but this one made my skin dry, red and flaky after the first few uses. Sign that it really works I guess :’)! I...

    About reviewer (446 reviews)

    Age36-43

    SkinDry, Fair-Medium, Warm

    HairRed, Wavy, Coarse

    EyesGreen

    3.0
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    bululu

    6 years ago

    Very similar in texture to a silicone primer, this retinol spreads easily but at the same time you get the feeling that it's not really penetrating in your skin. Having said that, I had a couple of...

    About reviewer (130 reviews)

    Age44-55

    SkinDry, Medium, Warm

    HairBrunette, Wavy, Fine

    EyesBrown

    3.0
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    shi1

    6 years ago

    It is a bit overdue, and a bit futile to write this review as this product is being discontinued, but I will write this quick review anyway. I tried this product at the beginning of the year, and...

    About reviewer (170 reviews)

    Age30-35

    SkinCombination, Fair, Neutral

    HairBlack, Straight, Fine

    EyesBrown

    1.0
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    Kashinka

    6 years ago

    This made my hair fall out. I have been using retinol products for many years; before this, I used various prescription gels and creams and The Ordinary's own 2% retinoid. None of them had any...

    About reviewer (38 reviews)

    Age56 & Over

    SkinAcne-prone, Fair-Medium, Cool

    HairBrown, Other, Other

    EyesHazel

    3.0
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    kings20

    7 years ago

    Way too strong for me and I am not a beginner retinol user. Only way I can use it is by diluting with my night cream. Even then, I am peeling and dry. I'm normally oily too. Should have gotten the...

    About reviewer (51 reviews)

    Age36-43

    SkinOther, Other

    HairOther

    EyesOther

    5.0
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    achatina

    7 years ago

    I have been using it for four months now and I must say it is one of the best Retinol products on the market. It is strong, it works the way retinol does. Remember it is not a cream, it is...

    About reviewer (5 reviews)

    Age36-43

    SkinDry, Fair, Cool

    HairBrown, Curly, Medium

    EyesBrown

    3.0
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    rayoflight

    7 years ago

    This has the texture that reminds me of a makeup primer, lightweight, very silicone-y. Applies easily and dries quickly. I actually like how the ingredient list is so short, also no fragrance, so...

    About reviewer (456 reviews)

    Age30-35

    SkinCombination, Fair, Warm

    HairBrown, Straight, Medium

    EyesBlue

    4.0
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    dddoxie

    7 years ago

    Initially I didn't love the formula of this but I must say it's grown on me as of late. I use it 3x/week in combination with my Vitamin C (CSI Youth Serum) and my skin is truly glowing. My acne...

    About reviewer (1110 reviews)

    Age30-35

    SkinCombination, Medium, Warm

    HairBrunette, Straight, Medium

    EyesHazel

    4.0
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    suez777

    7 years ago

    Of the 2 retinol products currently being offered by Deciem/The Ordinary (this 1% Retinol Emulsion and their Advanced Retinoid 2%) this one is actually the stronger of the two because of the...

    About reviewer (35 reviews)

    Age44-55

    SkinDry, Fair, Not Sure

    HairBlond, Other, Other

    EyesHazel

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