The Ordinary
$12.10 · Moisturizer
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The Ordinary's Granactive Retinoid 2% Emulsion is an emulsion of a next-generation form of retinoid. This serum with a creamy texture is great for those looking for solutions for textural irregularities and signs of aging without the side effects associated with retinol.
Targets signs of agingImproves skins' elasticity, texture, and radiancePH 5.00 - 6.00Key IngredientsGranactive RetinoidFormulated WithoutFragranceAlcoholGlutenNutsOilSiliconeParabensSulfatesMineral OilMethylchloroisothiazolinoneMethylisothiazolinoneAnimal OilsCoal Tar DyesFormaldehydeMercuryOxybenzoneItem 2551170How To UseThe Ordinary recommends performing a patch test prior to incorporating a new product into your skin care routine.Apply a small amount to face in the PM as part of your skincare regimen, after water serums but before heavier treatments. Do not use with other retinoid treatments. Use sun protection in the AM.Contraindications:Do not use in the same routine as other retinoids, direct acids, pure or ethylated vitamin C, or "Buffet" + Copper Peptides 1%.IngredientsAqua (water), Glycerin, Ethyl Linoleate, Propanediol, Caprylic/capric Triglyceride, Cetearyl Isononanoate, Bisabolol, Hydroxypinacolone Retinoate, Retinol, Tasmannia Lanceolata Fruit/leaf Extract, Dimethyl Isosorbide, Inulin Lauryl Carbamate, Glyceryl Stearate, Ceteareth-12, Ceteareth-20, Cetearyl Alcohol, Carrageenan, Xanthan Gum, Acacia Senegal Gum, Cetyl Palmitate, Sucrose Laurate, Polysorbate 20, Behentrimonium Chloride, Potassium Citrate, Trisodium Ethylenediamine Disuccinate, Disodium EDTA, Dehydroacetic Acid, Benzoic Acid, Ethylhexylglycerin, Phenoxyethanol, Chlorphenesin.How can I help?Get recomme
Clean IngredientsCruelty FreeVeganSustainable PackagingGive BackSummaryThe Ordinary's Granactive Retinoid 2% Emulsion is an emulsion of a next-generation form of retinoid. This serum with a creamy texture is great for those looking for solutions for textural irregularities and signs of aging without the side effects associated with retinol.DetailsBenefitsTargets signs of agingImproves skins' elasticity, texture, and radiancePH 5.00 - 6.00Key IngredientsGranactive RetinoidFormulated WithoutFragranceAlcoholGlutenNutsOilSiliconeParabensSulfatesMineral OilMethylchloroisothiazolinoneMethylisothiazolinoneAnimal OilsCoal Tar DyesFormaldehydeMercuryOxybenzoneItem 2551170How To UseThe Ordinary recommends performing a patch test prior to incorporating a new product into your skin care routine.Apply a small amount to face in the PM as part of your skincare regimen, after water serums but before heavier treatments. Do not use with other retinoid treatments. Use sun protection in the AM.Contraindications:Do not use in the same routine as other retinoids, direct acids, pure or ethylated vitamin C, or "Buffet" + Copper Peptides 1%.IngredientsAqua (water), Glycerin, Ethyl Linoleate, Propanediol, Caprylic/capric Triglyceride, Cetearyl Isononanoate, Bisabolol, Hydroxypinacolone Retinoate, Retinol, Tasmannia Lanceolata Fruit/leaf Extract, Dimethyl Isosorbide, Inulin Lauryl Carbamate, Glyceryl Ste
The Ordinary's Granactive Retinoid 2% Emulsion is an emulsion of a next-generation form of retinoid. This serum with a creamy texture is great for those looking for solutions for textural irregularities and signs of aging without the side effects associated with retinol.DetailsBenefitsTargets signs of agingImproves skins' elasticity, texture, and radiancePH 5.00 - 6.00Key IngredientsGranactive RetinoidFormulated WithoutFragranceAlcoholGlutenNutsOilSiliconeParabensSulfatesMineral OilMethylchloroisothiazolinoneMethylisothiazolinoneAnimal OilsCoal Tar DyesFormaldehydeMercuryOxybenzoneItem 2551170How To UseThe Ordinary recommends performing a patch test prior to incorporating a new product into your skin care routine.Apply a small amount to face in the PM as part of your skincare regimen, after water serums but before heavier treatments. Do not use with other retinoid treatments. Use sun protection in the AM.Contraindications:Do not use in the same routine as other retinoids, direct acids, pure or ethylated vitamin C, or "Buffet" + Copper Peptides 1%.IngredientsAqua (water), Glycerin, Ethyl Linoleate, Propanediol, Caprylic/capric Triglyceride, Cetearyl Isononanoate, Bisabolol, Hydroxypinacolone Retinoate, Retinol, Tasmannia Lanceolata Fruit/leaf Extract, Dimethyl Isosorbide, Inulin Lauryl Carbamate, Glyceryl Stearate, Ceteareth-12, Ceteareth-20, Cetearyl Alcohol, Carrageenan, Xanth
The Ordinary recommends performing a patch test prior to incorporating a new product into your skin care routine.Apply a small amount to face in the PM as part of your skincare regimen, after water serums but before heavier treatments. Do not use with other retinoid treatments. Use sun protection in the AM.Contraindications:Do not use in the same routine as other retinoids, direct acids, pure or ethylated vitamin C, or "Buffet" + Copper Peptides 1%.IngredientsAqua (water), Glycerin, Ethyl Linoleate, Propanediol, Caprylic/capric Triglyceride, Cetearyl Isononanoate, Bisabolol, Hydroxypinacolone Retinoate, Retinol, Tasmannia Lanceolata Fruit/leaf Extract, Dimethyl Isosorbide, Inulin Lauryl Carbamate, Glyceryl Stearate, Ceteareth-12, Ceteareth-20, Cetearyl Alcohol, Carrageenan, Xanthan Gum, Acacia Senegal Gum, Cetyl Palmitate, Sucrose Laurate, Polysorbate 20, Behentrimonium Chloride, Potassium Citrate, Trisodium Ethylenediamine Disuccinate, Disodium EDTA, Dehydroacetic Acid, Benzoic Acid, Ethylhexylglycerin, Phenoxyethanol, Chlorphenesin.How can I help?Get recommendations, ask questions, and find what you're looking for, fast.test titletest icon descriptionPowered by Ulta AIWe think you'll likeUse previous and next buttons to navigate the slides of the We think you'll like Product Carouselprevious itemnext itemReviewsWrite A REVIEWQuestionsAsk a Question
BenefitsTargets signs of agingImproves skins' elasticity, texture, and radiancePH 5.00 - 6.00Key IngredientsGranactive RetinoidFormulated WithoutFragranceAlcoholGlutenNutsOilSiliconeParabensSulfatesMineral OilMethylchloroisothiazolinoneMethylisothiazolinoneAnimal OilsCoal Tar DyesFormaldehydeMercuryOxybenzoneItem 2551170How To UseThe Ordinary recommends performing a patch test prior to incorporating a new product into your skin care routine.Apply a small amount to face in the PM as part of your skincare regimen, after water serums but before heavier treatments. Do not use with other retinoid treatments. Use sun protection in the AM.Contraindications:Do not use in the same routine as other retinoids, direct acids, pure or ethylated vitamin C, or "Buffet" + Copper Peptides 1%.IngredientsAqua (water), Glycerin, Ethyl Linoleate, Propanediol, Caprylic/capric Triglyceride, Cetearyl Isononanoate, Bisabolol, Hydroxypinacolone Retinoate, Retinol, Tasmannia Lanceolata Fruit/leaf Extract, Dimethyl Isosorbide, Inulin Lauryl Carbamate, Glyceryl Stearate, Ceteareth-12, Ceteareth-20, Cetearyl Alcohol, Carrageenan, Xanthan Gum, Acacia Senegal Gum, Cetyl Palmitate, Sucrose Laurate, Polysorbate 20, Behentrimonium Chloride, Potassium Citrate, Trisodium Ethylenediamine Disuccinate, Disodium EDTA, Dehydroacetic Acid, Benzoic Acid, Ethylhexylglycerin, Phenoxyethanol, Chlorphenesin.How can I help?Get
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Aqua (water), Glycerin, Ethyl Linoleate, Propanediol, Caprylic/capric Triglyceride, Cetearyl Isononanoate, Bisabolol, Hydroxypinacolone Retinoate, Retinol, Tasmannia Lanceolata Fruit/leaf Extract, Dimethyl Isosorbide, Inulin Lauryl Carbamate, Glyceryl Stearate, Ceteareth-12, Ceteareth-20, Cetearyl Alcohol, Carrageenan, Xanthan Gum, Acacia Senegal Gum, Cetyl Palmitate, Sucrose Laurate, Polysorbate 20, Behentrimonium Chloride, Potassium Citrate, Trisodium Ethylenediamine Disuccinate, Disodium EDTA, Dehydroacetic Acid, Benzoic Acid, Ethylhexylglycerin, Phenoxyethanol, Chlorphenesin.
50 studies on 16of this product’s ingredients. These study the ingredient, not this product.
Clinics in Dermatology, 2012 · systematic-review
Review of how moisturizers affect the epidermal barrier: humectants such as glycerin increase stratum corneum hydration and can strengthen barrier function and resistance to irritation, although effects depend on formulation and some moisturizers may weaken the barrier; supports well-formulated glycerin-containing emollients for dry, barrier-impaired skin.
British Journal of Dermatology, 2008 · systematic-review
Review establishing glycerin as the gold standard humectant: attracts water to stratum corneum via hydrogen bonding, improves skin mechanical properties (elasticity, pliability), enhances desmosome degradation for smooth desquamation, and modulates aquaporin-3 channels; effective at 2-20% in topical formulations
Dermatologic Therapy, 2004 · systematic-review
Comprehensive review of moisturization mechanisms: glycerin contributes to corneocyte hydration by replacing lost natural moisturizing factor (NMF) components; maintains stratum corneum fluidity at low humidity; superior humectant performance vs propylene glycol, sorbitol, and urea in controlled comparisons
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