The Ordinary 0.5% Retinol

The Ordinary 0.5% Retinol

What it is: A medium-strength retinol serum (0.5%) in a squalane base targeting fine lines, texture, and uneven tone.
What it does: Supports collagen renewal and cell turnover to soften lines, smooth roughness, and improve clarity.
Texture & feel: Lightweight oil-serum that absorbs slowly and leaves a nourished, slightly dewy finish.
Key ingredients: 0.5% retinol for renewal; squalane to moisturize and buffer irritation; antioxidants for stability.
Free from: Fragrance and alcohol; water-free and silicone-free.
Who it’s for: Normal, combination, and oily skin or users stepping up from lower-strength retinoids; use cautiously on dry/sensitive skin.
How to use: At night, apply a pea-sized amount after water-based serums 2–3× weekly, then increase as tolerated; follow with moisturizer; do not use with other retinoids.
Sun caution: Use broad-spectrum SPF every morning—retinoids can increase sun sensitivity.
Pro tip: Use the “sandwich” method (moisturizer → retinol → moisturizer) or alternate nights with simple hydration; avoid layering the same night with strong acids, benzoyl peroxide, or pure L-ascorbic acid.
Note: Mild dryness, peeling, or purging may occur initially; patch test first and avoid during pregnancy or breastfeeding.
SKU: TORD3