The Ordinary Retinol 0.2% In Squalane Versus The Ordinary Alpha Arbutin 2% + HA
Updated on March 07, 2025
Overview
What they are
These products are both vegan, cruelty-free, and reef safe serums. They have a total of 0 ingredients in common
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for scar healing and dark spots
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, fragrances, parabens, silicones or sulfates
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Ingredient Info
The Ordinary Retinol 0.2% In Squalane 8 ingredients
The Ordinary Alpha Arbutin 2% + HA 15 ingredients
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The Ordinary Retinol 0.2% In Squalane 8 ingredients
The Ordinary Alpha Arbutin 2% + HA 15 ingredients
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The Ordinary Retinol 0.2% In Squalane 8 ingredients
The Ordinary Alpha Arbutin 2% + HA 15 ingredients
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The Ordinary Retinol 0.2% In Squalane 8 ingredients
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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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.
