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The Ordinary Granactive Retinoid 5% in Squalane Versus Aroma-Zone Sérum Concentré Rétinal Optimisé

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Canadian Brand Canada
French Brand France

Updated on June 16, 2024

Overview

What they are

These products are both vegan, cruelty-free, and reef safe serums. They have a total of 0 ingredients in common

Cool Features

They both contain retinoid

Suited For

They're both likely to be good for fighting acne, anti aging, dry skin, brightening skin, oily skin, reducing pores, scar healing, dark spots and better texture

Free From

They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, parabens, silicones or sulfates

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143 Routines
8% use in am
92% use in pm
73% use every day
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0% use in am
100% use in pm
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Reviews

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The Ordinary Granactive Retinoid 5% in Squalane 10 ingredients

4.0 /5
from 3 ratings
Oily (3) Great Value (3) Heavy (2)
Daniel.Chin's avatar

Daniel Chin

13 days ago
Review

Fantastic, affordable, retinol product that is gentle and gets the job done! I've used once a week and gone through two bottles. My skin is super-sensitive, so have been impressed with the tolerance it has had for this product. Others may find this oily, but that's because it is squalane oil, not a serum. I'm now tentatively progressing to 0.1% retinal. Wish me luck!

#great value
#heavy
#oily
#works well
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AshN.

1 year ago
Review

(Tried May 2023) Another retinoid in The Ordinary's lineup that I enjoyed using. As far as efficacy, it's the strongest of the three formulations. This is what I upgraded to after using The Ordinary's Granactive Retinoid 2% Emulsion. I experienced no irritation with this product despite it's strength and I liked how radiant my skin felt the next morning. Very affordable for the amount and how long Show more

#great value
#light
#oily
#light scent

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