Perrigo Hydroquinone 4% Cream Versus The Ordinary Retinal 0.2% Emulsion
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Emulsion
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Canadian Brand
Updated on May 28, 2025
Overview
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for dry skin and dark spots
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, silicones or sulfates
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Ingredient Info
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Perrigo Hydroquinone 4% Cream 11 ingredients
The Ordinary Retinal 0.2% Emulsion 32 ingredients
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Perrigo Hydroquinone 4% Cream 11 ingredients
The Ordinary Retinal 0.2% Emulsion 32 ingredients
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When to use
Perrigo Hydroquinone 4% Cream 11 ingredients
The Ordinary Retinal 0.2% Emulsion 32 ingredients
83 Routines
28% use in am
72% use in pm
86% use every day

385 Routines
4% use in am
95% use in pm
51% use every day

Reviews
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Perrigo Hydroquinone 4% Cream 11 ingredients
The Ordinary Retinal 0.2% Emulsion 32 ingredients
5.00
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What people say
Great Value
100%
Works Well
100%
Absorbs Well
75%