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Granactive Retinoid 5% in Squalane Granactive Retinoid 5% in Squalane Granactive Retinoid 5% in Squalane
Granactive Retinoid 5% in Squalane

The Ordinary Granactive Retinoid 5% in Squalane 30ml

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The OrdinaryGranactive Retinoid 5% in Squalane
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This water-free solution contains a 5% concentration of an advanced retinoid active complex called Granactive Retinoid that has been shown to offer better results against multiple signs of ageing than retinol without any of the irritation and drawbacks common with retinol. Granactive Retinoid, an active technology from Grant Industries, is a solubilized system of Hydroxypinacolone Retinoate, a highly-advanced form of retinoid which is, in fact, a non-prescription ester of all-trans direct retinoic acid that offers a multi-fold better effect against signs of ageing than retinol, retinyl palmitate and nearly all other forms of non-prescription retinoid. Water-free, alcohol-free, silicone-free, nut-free, vegan, gluten-free, soy-free.

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Ingredients

Squalane, C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate, Bisabolol, Dimethyl Isosorbide, Hydroxypinacolone Retinoate, Solanum Lycopersicum (Tomato) Fruit Extract, Simmondsia Chinensis (Jojoba) Seed Oil.""

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I currently started using 0.5 then I’m on 1% ! What is the difference from retinol to granative Retinol ? Also is this stuff good for  Stretchmarks ? If so should I start on the lowest % on a new part of the body ? Thank you  

Asked by: Anonymous
The difference between Retinol and granative Retinol is that the granative is oil based and has very little or no irritation on skin compared to the Retinol. It can be used on stretch marks but i have no evidence that it makes a huge difference... you may be better off just using any oils like bio oil which has some good evidence that it helps.
Answered by: Anonymous
Date published: 2023-03-04

My skin is combination type. I used it nightly and noticed my skin get drier in the cheek and less oily in the T-zone in the morning. Is this reaction normal? How can I reduce the dryness while using it?

Asked by: Anonymous
Hi, Retinol is a weaker, over the counter version of tretinoin, a prescription vitamin A derivative that is highly effective in reversing sun damage and signs of aging. Vitamin A decreases fine lines, evens skin color, improves texture, tightens pores, and stimulates blood flow and collagen production. However this is a powerful product that can have some side effects, for example; a brief sensation of warmth or stinging immediately after applying, peeling, excessive dry skin,burning,redness and irritation. It may also may react with skin products, for example product that contain benzoyl peroxide, sulfur, acids (not including Hylaronic acid) and vitamin c can react to retinol. What we would suggest is lowering your dose of retinol to 3 - 4 times weekly at night until your skin has built up a tolerance to it and using The Ordinary 100% Organic Cold-Pressed Rose Hip Seed Oil at night as it's full of vitamins, antioxidants and essential fatty acids that are known to correct dark spots and hydrate dry, itchy skin, all while reducing scars and fine lines. Thanks Katie, Beauty Expert.
Answered by: Katie
Date published: 2025-09-07

Can I use this around eyes area?

Asked by: Chi Wai
Hello, I would recommend not to use The Ordinary Granactive Retinoid 5% in Squalane around the eye contour as this could irritate your eyes, I would recommend to use a anti wrinkle eye cream. Happy shopping! Thanks, Yasmin - Beauty Expert
Answered by: yasmin
Date published: 2023-06-13

How would the 5% differ to the 2% on the skin? Is it more likely to cause irritation to sensitive skin?

Asked by: Anonymous
Hi, Thank you for your question! If you have not used a high strength Retinoid product before, it is recommended to start your routine with the Retinol 0.2% in Squalane and then go to a higher strength once your skin has built up an intolerance. Here is a link to the product: https://www.feelunique.com/p/The-Ordinary-Retinol-02-in-Squalane-30ml The Granactive Retinoids are highly advanced systems for the active ingredient hydroxypinacolone retinoate (HPR), which is known as a retinoic acid ester. Retinoic Acid is an active form of Vitamin A which unlike Retinol causes little to no irritation. Thanks, Billie - Senior Beauty Expert
Answered by: Anonymous
Date published: 2023-03-04
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