The Ordinary · serum
Granactive Retinoid 2% Emulsion
Suits acne-prone, aging, combination, dry, normal, oily, sensitive skin.
Miyu's take
Best for
- Anti-aging
- Improving texture
- Reducing fine lines
Avoid if
- Pregnant or breastfeeding
- Very sensitive skin (start slow)
- Using other retinoids
Good
- Effective anti-aging
- Gentler than pure retinol
- Improves skin texture
- Reduces fine lines
Watch out
- Requires consistent use
- Sun sensitivity increases
- Not for pregnant/nursing
What reviewers say
From 30 reviews Miyu read on Indian retailers.
Liked
- Reduces acne marks and breakouts
- Improves skin texture and smoothness
- Gentle and non-irritating, suitable for sensitive skin
Disliked
- May cause dryness if too much is used
- Results may take time to become visible
Key actives
- retinol — 2%
Full ingredient list
As printed on the label. Linked ingredients have their own page.
Aqua (Water), Glycerin, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Ethyl Linoleate, Propanediol, Dimethyl Isosorbide, Cetearyl Isononanoate, Bisabolol, Hydroxypinacolone Retinoate, Retinol, Tasmannia Lanceolata Fruit/Leaf Extract, Inulin Lauryl Carbamate, Glyceryl Stearate, Ceteareth-12, Ceteareth-20, Cetearyl Alcohol, Carrageenan, Xanthan Gum, Acacia Senegal Gum, Cetyl Palmitate, Sucrose Laurate, Polysorbate 20, Isoceteth-20, Rosmarinus Officinalis (Rosemary) Leaf Extract, Hydroxymethoxyphenyl Decanone, Behentrimonium Chloride, Trisodium Ethylenediamine Disuccinate, Disodium Edta, Dehydroacetic Acid, Benzoic Acid, Ethylhexylglycerin, Phenoxyethanol, Chlorphenesin
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