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The Ordinary Retinol 1% in Squalane

When (and how) to use Retinol 1% in Squalane by The Ordinary

Last updated on July 18, 2023.

Overview

Welcome to our guide on when (and how) to use The Ordinary Retinol 1% in Squalane.

When to use

We recommend using this product in the evening. In fact, 92% of routines created by our community use it in the evening.

How often

79% of routines created by our community use this product every day.

In your routine

This product is most commonly used as step 4 in a routine. Use our Routine Creator to see where you should use this product in your routine.

Fun Fact

433 routines created by our community use this product.

Apply a small amount to face in the PM as part of your skincare regimen, after water-based serums but before heavier treatments. Do not use with other retinoid treatments. Avoid unprotected solar exposure.

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Pair it with

Here are some of the products that our community often uses together with Retinol 1% in Squalane.

The Ordinary Niacinamide 10% + Zinc 1%

The Ordinary Niacinamide 10% + Zinc 1% Used together in 40% routines

The Ordinary Hyaluronic Acid 2% + B5 Serum

The Ordinary Hyaluronic Acid 2% + B5 Serum Used together in 25% routines

COSRX Advanced Snail 96 Mucin Power Essence

COSRX Advanced Snail 96 Mucin Power Essence Used together in 14% routines

Learn more about the ingredients in this product

Check out our complete breakdown of the ingredients and their benefits/drawbacks

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Routine inspiration

Here are some routines that have been shared by our community that use Retinol 1% in Squalane.

used in the evening

Paula's Choice Skin Perfecting 25% AHA + 2% BHA Exfoliant Peel

Good Molecules Niacinamide Brightening Toner

CeraVe Ultra-Light Moisturizing Lotion SPF 30

The Ordinary Retinol 1% in Squalane

Niod Sanskrit Saponins (SS)

Niod Flavanone Mud (FM)

Regimen Lab Vitamin X

Rohto Mentholatum Melty Cream Lip SPF25／PA+++

Combination Skin

used in the morning & evening

The Ordinary Niacinamide 10% + Zinc 1%

Supergoop! Glowscreen Sunscreen SPF 40 - Sunrise

Laneige Lip Sleeping Mask Berry

The Ordinary Squalane Cleanser

CeraVe PM Facial Moisturizing Lotion

CeraVe Moisturizing Cream US

The Ordinary Caffeine Solution 5% + EGCG

The Ordinary Retinol 1% in Squalane

My Daily Routine

Combination Skin

used in the evening

The Ordinary Niacinamide 10% + Zinc 1%

The Ordinary Squalane Cleanser

The Ordinary Glycolic Acid 7% Toning Solution

e.l.f. cosmetics SuperHydrate Moisturizer

The Ordinary Retinol 1% in Squalane

Versed Guards Up Daily Mineral Sunscreen Broad Spectrum SPF 35

The Ordinary Salicylic Acid 2% Anhydrous Solution

For My Boyfriend

Combination Skin

used in the evening

The Ordinary Niacinamide 10% + Zinc 1%

CeraVe Hydrating Facial Cleanser

CeraVe Moisturizing Cream US

Biore UV Aqua Rich Watery Essence SPF 50+ PA++++

COSRX Two In One Poreless Power Liquid

Eucerin Aquaphor Healing Ointment

The Ordinary Retinol 1% in Squalane

innisfree Jeju Volcanic Pore Clay Mask

Isotretinoin Skin Care

used in the evening

The Ordinary Niacinamide 10% + Zinc 1%

The Ordinary "Buffet"

The Ordinary Vitamin C Suspension 23% + HA Spheres 2%

The Ordinary Lactic Acid 5% + HA

Supergoop! Unseen Sunscreen SPF 40

CeraVe Hydrating Facial Cleanser

CeraVe Moisturizing Cream US

The Ordinary Retinol 1% in Squalane

Low cost routine 🤗

used in the evening

Origins Super Spot Remover™ Acne Treatment Gel

The Ordinary Niacinamide 10% + Zinc 1%

The Ordinary AHA 30% + BHA 2% Peeling Solution

The Ordinary Ascorbic Acid 8% + Alpha Arbutin 2%

Simple Skincare Micellar Cleansing Water

Origins Checks and Balances™ Frothy Face Wash

The Ordinary Retinol 1% in Squalane

Sunsense Sport SPF 50+

Ate Lala's Skin

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Combination Skin

Learn more

Check out our complete guide to the ingredients in The Ordinary Retinol 1% in Squalane.

See the full ingredient explanation