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The Ordinary Retinol 0.5% in Squalane Versus FaceTheory Saliatica 2% BHA Toner T6

Serum
Exfoliator
Canadian Brand Canada
British Brand United Kingdom

Updated on March 04, 2025

Overview

What they are

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

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

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When to use

787 Routines
6% use in am
94% use in pm
69% use every day
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43% use in am
57% use in pm
93% use every day

Reviews

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The Ordinary Retinol 0.5% in Squalane 8 ingredients

3.6 /5
from 5 ratings
Great Value (3) No Scent (3) Oily (3)
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CaroleD

1 year ago
Review

It’s a great value but it’s definitely like rubbing pure oil on your face, squalane breaks me out apparently.

I don’t like the feeling of oil on my face, it’s just too much for me.

#great value
#hydrating
#broke me out
#heavy
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Nina

3 years ago
Review

Like the texture
I've tried a lot of retinols and liked the texture of this one the most

FaceTheory Saliatica 2% BHA Toner T6 9 ingredients

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