

- #THE ORDINARY GRANACTIVE RETINOID 2 EMULSION REDDIT SKIN#
- #THE ORDINARY GRANACTIVE RETINOID 2 EMULSION REDDIT PLUS#
- #THE ORDINARY GRANACTIVE RETINOID 2 EMULSION REDDIT SERIES#
If you’re an inexperienced user, it’s best to start your regimen with our Retinol 0.2% in Squalane, and then adjust to higher strengths of 0.5% Retinol in Squalane and 1% Retinol in Squalane once your skin has grown tolerant to each formula. The Ordinary offers the pure, waterless form of Retinol in 0.2%, 0.5% and 1% concentrations in a base of Squalane.

It is often considered one of the most effective skincare ingredients due to its ability to improve the appearance of multiple skincare concerns, including visible signs of ageing and textural irregularities. Retinol & Retinoids Retinol (the “older” sibling) has been around longer than most of us (since the 1930s), and as such, has been studied very extensively. They’re part of the same Vitamin A family, and just like siblings, they appear to be similar but are actually quite different. Granactive Retinoid & Retinol are a lot like siblings. What is the difference between The Ordinary Retinols & Retinoids?ĭeciem posted this on Instagram, and they explained the difference between Retinols & Retinoids.

#THE ORDINARY GRANACTIVE RETINOID 2 EMULSION REDDIT SERIES#
I remember my reason for trying The Ordinary's Granactive series was because it's supposed to be a newer generation retinoid that gives you the benefits of one without the harsher aspects of using something like retinol or a different retinoid. My acne is almost nonexistent at this point in my life aside from the rare zit and the standard nose blackheads. Week 2 and 3 I had a little redness and from week 4-6 (present) I've been getting more blackheads on my nose and to the side of my nose. Daily use, first time with a retinoid/ol. I've been using the 5% in squalane for about 6 weeks now. So, I guess I'm asking about experiences of using this particular product how long did it take before it showed results, did it work on closed comedones, and most importantly, WHAT ABOUT THE PURGE?! But I also do not want to miss out on the amazing benefits of retinol! Get my dillemma? I don't want to screw my face up, especially not when it's doing more or less fine. That's why I'm dead scared of retinols, especially the purge.
#THE ORDINARY GRANACTIVE RETINOID 2 EMULSION REDDIT PLUS#
I was purging, plus my skin was irritated, and it took a while to settle. My previous experience with retinol was a prescription tretinoin, which broke me out SO MUCH. So I have ordered The Ordinary Granactive Retinoid 2% Emulsion from Nykaa, but now I'm really sceptical about using it. Plus, as I'm approaching my mid 20s, I wanted to get started with the magic skincare product, retinol.

However, I still do have a couple of closed comedone, which especially show up under makeup. But it's quite in control now, and my skin is actually doing well. Hey! I'm 23F, with a history of break outs since teenage.
