The Ordinary - Retinol 1% Emulsion

Deciem

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3.4

10 reviews
50%
would repurchase
4.1/5
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3.0
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thiebautrenata

5 years ago

I have purchased this product, but I prefer the Ordinary 1% retinol in squalene as it absorbs way better. The pro side is the price. So depending on your needs and skin type, you may take look into di...Read more

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Age36-43

SkinAcne-prone, Fair, Cool

HairBrown, Wavy, Fine

EyesBrown

5.0
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Sjess

7 years ago

This stuff is strong! I was already using PC Clinical Retinol 1% without any issues but this one made my skin dry, red and flaky after the first few uses. Sign that it really works I guess :’)! I now ...Read more

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About reviewer (446 reviews)

Age36-43

SkinDry, Fair-Medium, Warm

HairRed, Wavy, Coarse

EyesGreen

3.0
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bululu

7 years ago

Very similar in texture to a silicone primer, this retinol spreads easily but at the same time you get the feeling that it's not really penetrating in your skin. Having said that, I had a couple of we...Read more

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About reviewer (141 reviews)

Age44-55

SkinDry, Medium, Warm

HairBrunette, Wavy, Fine

EyesBrown

3.0
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shi1

7 years ago

It is a bit overdue, and a bit futile to write this review as this product is being discontinued, but I will write this quick review anyway. I tried this product at the beginning of the year, and it ...Read more

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About reviewer (170 reviews)

Age30-35

SkinCombination, Fair, Neutral

HairBlack, Straight, Fine

EyesBrown

1.0
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Kashinka

8 years ago

This made my hair fall out. I have been using retinol products for many years; before this, I used various prescription gels and creams and The Ordinary's own 2% retinoid. None of them had any negativ...Read more

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About reviewer (38 reviews)

Age56 & Over

SkinAcne-prone, Fair-Medium, Cool

HairBrown, Other, Other

EyesHazel

3.0
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kings20

8 years ago

Way too strong for me and I am not a beginner retinol user. Only way I can use it is by diluting with my night cream. Even then, I am peeling and dry. I'm normally oily too. Should have gotten the 2 p...Read more

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About reviewer (51 reviews)

Age36-43

SkinOther, Other

HairOther

EyesOther

5.0
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achatina

8 years ago

I have been using it for four months now and I must say it is one of the best Retinol products on the market. It is strong, it works the way retinol does. Remember it is not a cream, it is something y...Read more

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About reviewer (5 reviews)

Age36-43

SkinDry, Fair, Cool

HairBrown, Curly, Medium

EyesBrown

3.0
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rayoflight

8 years ago

This has the texture that reminds me of a makeup primer, lightweight, very silicone-y. Applies easily and dries quickly. I actually like how the ingredient list is so short, also no fragrance, so it c...Read more

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About reviewer (456 reviews)

Age30-35

SkinCombination, Fair, Warm

HairBrown, Straight, Medium

EyesBlue

4.0
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dddoxie

8 years ago

Initially I didn't love the formula of this but I must say it's grown on me as of late. I use it 3x/week in combination with my Vitamin C (CSI Youth Serum) and my skin is truly glowing. My acne is n...Read more

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About reviewer (1110 reviews)

Age30-35

SkinCombination, Medium, Warm

HairBrunette, Straight, Medium

EyesHazel

4.0
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suez777

8 years ago

Of the 2 retinol products currently being offered by Deciem/The Ordinary (this 1% Retinol Emulsion and their Advanced Retinoid 2%) this one is actually the stronger of the two because of the differenc...Read more

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About reviewer (35 reviews)

Age44-55

SkinDry, Fair, Not Sure

HairBlond, Other, Other

EyesHazel

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