The Ordinary

The Ordinary Granactive Retinoid 2% Emulsion

Early research
£11typical price

Best for: A low-cost first retinoid for once or twice weekly use on oily skin

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  • Retinol plus hydroxypinacolone retinoate
  • Fragrance-free

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Retinol plus hydroxypinacolone retinoate

Size
30ml
Type
emulsion
Actives
retinol, hydroxypinacolone retinoate

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Why we picked it

Combines retinol with hydroxypinacolone retinoate in a fragrance-free emulsion, an affordable way to add a weekly retinoid night.

Best for

A low-cost first retinoid for once or twice weekly use on oily skin

Not for

Pregnancy or breastfeeding, and the same evening as salicylic acid

The details that matter.

  • • Retinol plus hydroxypinacolone retinoate
  • • Fragrance-free
  • • Emulsion texture
  • • 30ml

Specifications

Size
30ml
Type
emulsion
Actives
retinol, hydroxypinacolone retinoate
Fragrance
none listed
How strong is the research? What our grades mean ›
Strong research
Independent certification or lab data for the specific claim.
Promising research
The material is well supported, but there is no product-level testing.
Early research
Little independent research.
Mixed research
Research findings disagree.
£
Under £20
££
£20 to £79
£££
£80+

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Sources

  1. lookfantastic.com
  2. nhs.uk