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The Ordinary Retinol 0.2% In Squalane Versus e.l.f. cosmetics Youth Boosting Advanced Night Retinoid Serum

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Updated on June 13, 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, fragrances, parabens, silicones or sulfates

What's Inside

They both contain oils

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Youth Boosting Advanced Night Retinoid Serum

When to use

473 Routines
6% use in am
94% use in pm
63% use every day
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3% use in am
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The Ordinary Retinol 0.2% In Squalane 8 ingredients

3.3 /5
from 6 ratings
Oily (2) Heavy (1) Hydrating (1)
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aca

20 days ago
Review

This was my first retinol product, The formula is an oil but after applying it, but it doesnt feel oily at all. Theres also no purging nor any stinging. After applying the oil and my usual moisturizer i dont feel heavy. Sometimes after i wake up i may feel a little bit of oily-ness but i usually wash my face in water in the morning so obv its basically not a problem at all when ur sleeping.

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#light
#absorbs well
#no scent
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mlezere

11 days ago
Review

Good deal. It helps me to reduce small wrinkles on my forehead and unclog my pores. Also, it helps me to get rid of pimples.

#hydrating
#oily
#works well

e.l.f. cosmetics Youth Boosting Advanced Night Retinoid Serum 38 ingredients

4.0 /5
from 1 rating
Absorbs Well (1) Great Value (1) Light (1)
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nora fitzsimmons

6 days ago
Review

This is a holy grail for me!! I bought it after watching one of Dr.Idriss’ videos and I have been using it since. Great for people who have sensitive skin/new to retinoids. It’s not irritating for me and I see results the day after.

#great value
#light
#absorbs well