Compare Retinal 0.2% Emulsion

PropertyRetinal 0.2% Emulsion
Time of Daynight
StepTreat
Targets
  • Advanced Signs of Aging
  • Textural Irregularities
  • Uneven Skin Tone
PhaseOil
FormatSerum
Conflicts With
  • Copper Peptides
  • Direct Acids
  • Direct Vitamin C
  • Retinoids
Notes

This is The Ordinary's highest strength retinoid, closest to the active form of Vitamin A, and meant for expert retinoid users. It contains synthetic oat analogues which help mitigate dryness and irritation.

Key Ingredients

Retinal 0.2% Emulsion

  • Bisabolol Botanicals

    Chamomile-derived compound with soothing properties

  • Cetylhydroxyproline Palmitamide Emollients

    A ceramide-like emollient that helps improve skin barrier function

  • Ergothioneine
  • Ginger Root Extract Botanicals

    Ginger root extract with anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties

  • Lactic Acid Acids

    An multifunctional AHA (alpha hydroxy acid) that exfoliates and acts as a humectant

  • Propanediol Humectants

    A natural humectant

  • Rapeseed Sterols Botanicals

    Derived from canola oil, it shows promise as an anti-inflammatory and may improve skin barrier function

  • Retinaldehyde Retinoids

    The most potent non-prescription retinoid available, may improve skin texture and reduce wrinkles

  • Sodium Lactate Humectants

    A sodium salt of lactic acid primarily used as a humectant and pH adjuster

  • Stearic Acid Fatty Acids

    A fatty acid that is used as an emollient and emulsifier