Best OTC RETINAL SERUMS 2024 - Best Retinol For Anti Aging

The best OTC retinal 2024 for maximum anti-aging skincare results. Best retinol for you and a look at the best retinal serums in skincare - The Ordinary Retinal, Geek & Gorgeous and Medik8
Hey guys and welcome back to Mad About Skin where in todays video I want to share with you the best retinoid serums 2024 and the best retinal for your anti aging skincare routine. Ranking retinol serums and working out which is the best OTC retinol for ant-ageing.
When it comes to smoothing out fine lines and wrinkles there is no better ingredient then retinoids. There are some wonderful prescription strength retinoids like tretinoin, but for ease of access I believe retinal gives you the best anti-aging results with the minimum risk of sensitivity and irritation.
We take a look at the drugstore retinol serums vs the luxury skincare ones to find out which works the best.
In this video we rank the bestselling anti aging serums to work out which is the best for your skin care routine.
If you enjoyed this video and would like to see more like it then please let me know by giving it a thumbs up and a like and please share with me your favourite retinol serums in the comment below.
Products Mentioned:
Medik8 Crystal Retinal 10
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Geek and Gorgeous A-Game 10
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The Ordinary Retinal 0.2% Emulsion (Launching 12th March)
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Canada: tidd.ly/43bLpGQ
Rest Of World: Use US link and then select individual country from the drop down at the bottom of the web page.
Timestamps:
00:00 start
01:57 retinal vs retinol
04:04 medik8 crystal retinal review
08:00 the ordinary retinal 0.2 emulsion review
11:01 geek and gorgeous a-game review
13:43 best retinol 2024
Videos Mentioned:
The Ordinary Retinal Review
• ULTIMATE RETINAL SERUM...
Wherever you are in the world I hope you are keeping safe and well and I look forward to seeing you in the next video
xx
Mad About Skin
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[@MadAboutSkin]

Hey guys and welcome to todays video where we are announcing the worlds best retinoid 2024 - what is your favourite, let me know in the comments below.. love you all x

[@carolynshea3760]

I prefer Avene! (Retinal)

[@rebeccazapata3574]

I’m using Murad Retinal now. How do this ones compare? Looking for options.

[@denisebissell5875]

I don’t care about the package anymore. Money very tight with inflation.

[@MadAboutSkin]

I agree that some of the best formulations are at the drugstore and we all have to watch the pennies these days.. love x

[@adamsterdam9049]

I hope GG will release an A game "20" at some point

[@MadAboutSkin]

OMG that would be amazing and I think they will in the coming months.. love x

[@Headloss]

I spent 3weeks on aGame10 as my 1st retinal/retinol & had zero issues, then dived straight into Ordinary Retinal and havent looked back. My skin just responds amazingly to it and has never looked and felt so good, at 43. Zero adult acne, prev scars and hyperpigmentation have faded or gone, skin is glowing, bouncy and even. Holy grail.

[@theyneedhelp5005]

Wow. Dovrò.provare 😊

[@noorzia8614]

Which ordinary retinol do you use...?

[@agiles6483]

I appreciate The Ordinary adding to their retinoids with retinal. I am unable to understand why they started with 0.20%, which is the highest Medik8 comes in. I wish for The Ordinary to have started with a range of percentages. When comparing prices: 30ml of 0.20% of TO (2 vials) is $30USD and 30ml of 0.20% of the Medik8 20 is $120 USD, or four times as much. I use Beauty of Joseon Revive Eye Serum 0.02% and ❤Geek and Gorgeous 5 and 10, the 0.05% for my neck and 0.10% for my face.

[@Headloss]

@@noorzia8614 0.2% Retinal Emulsion

[@MadAboutSkin]

Oh thats amazing and I am so so glad the ordinary one is working so well for you.. its strong but if your skin can tolerate it then it delivers such great results.. x

[@karlaanderson949]

Thank you so much for reviewing these three products! They are the exact ones I’ve been looking at. You were so helpful :)

[@Weeflowerofscotland]

I have never cared about packaging. As long as the ingredients inside does what it claims to do. ❤

[@MadAboutSkin]

Its all about the formulation for sure but I think sometimes ease of use comes into it too and packaging plays a part in that.. sending love x

[@violindylan]

I second the feel of the Medik8 being divine. Thanks for the personal note that came with my MAS skin perfecting peptide serums, Rob- my skin is loving it, it is very hydrating and sinks into the skin beautifully ❤

[@MadAboutSkin]

Yay I am so so glad you are loving the products, thank you so much for your support of the brand, it means a lot to me.. love x

[@TwoSeasons3396]

Love the bling on the Medik8 ❤

[@MadAboutSkin]

Haha I loved it when they sent it to me.. I have been buying it for years and so it was so kind of them to send me this one.. love x

[@paulinemaxton2938]

This lighting is great ❤

[@MadAboutSkin]

Oh thank you so so much hun x

[@nyssamo9302]

Geek & gorgeous ❤ although I'll try the TO one when I've worked through my current A Game stock... also love your retinal mixed with body moisturizer. When you come out with a body moisturizer you should really sell them as a set as well 😊

[@maryherbert2839]

I love Geek and Gorgeous products, thanks to your recommendation.❤️

[@MadAboutSkin]

I love them too as a brand I think they are just wonderful.. love x

[@terinaobrien8245]

❤ thanks for this - I’m using up some retinol and can’t wait to get into the retinals, your videos on this have been really helpful

[@MadAboutSkin]

Yay I am so so glad the video was useful, thank you so much for watching. love x

[@Freespirit1974]

Definitely trying the GG!!!! Thank you!!! ❤❤❤❤

[@MadAboutSkin]

I hope it works really well for you hun.. love x

[@karenhecht2342]

G&G all the way. Love the product & the price❤️❤️

[@Linda1969]

Hard core devotee here, now using the Ordinary. Previous user of geek and gorgeous 10 for last couple of years. Love both products.

[@MadAboutSkin]

I agree both are so so good and I just hope G&G come out with a stronger version in the coming months.. love x

[@JuanDiaz-be2pr]

I’m trying The Ordinary as I have been using Retinol. Thanks for letting us know about your options.

[@MadAboutSkin]

Its my pleasure hun and thank you so much for watching.. love x

[@melrussell7830]

Thank you for all of these reviews they are really helpful advice 😊 and I needed more Geek and Gorgeous vitamin C so I’ve ordered G&G retinal to try 💕

[@MadAboutSkin]

My pleasure hun and thank you so so much for watching.. love x

[@mammuchan8923]

Love your videos, very relaxing while we learn. I do use Differin for the rate break outs that seem to be gaining momentum and need to be nipped in the bud. I don’t really like it though as it stings and makes my skin feel prickly. Luckily Hero Mighty Pimple Patches came to the rescue, one maybe 2 nights then sorted. The only product I have with Retinol is the Hada Labo Super Hydrating Lotion (gifted) which does contain Retinol. I don’t use it often though and I am not really sure what results to expect from it. I will read up some more on it. Take care 💜

[@sarkahalastova9667]

I am on my second bottle of Geek & Gorgeous and ready to order again. The formulation is pure delight! Value for the price is unbeatable, especially where I live here in Europe because postage is cheap.

[@MadAboutSkin]

I agree, the postage is great and they get it to you so so fast, I dont know how they do it lol.. love x

[@amandaconley3941]

♥ I've been trying as many retinoids as I can, but out of these three have only tried The Ordinary so far. I like the small container for travel and I like the fact that I can pick it up at my local Sephora. I'd love to try the Medik8 next. I'm fighting an uphill battle against age and hyperpigmentation/melasma and trying to decide if I just need a prescription retinoid. Thanks for another fun and interesting video! You always make me smile!

[@Paintedmyst75]

I will definitely take a look at these. For now I've been enjoying Be The Skin's Vegan Retinal Bakuchiol Serum. I recommend it.

[@MadAboutSkin]

Oh I will have to check that one out, thank you for the recommendation.. love x

[@nicola4543]

Hi Rob, think I will get Geek low dosage to get used to it as bought the Ordinary, but after your advice will not go into using it straight away! Thank you for another great video x

[@MadAboutSkin]

My pleasure hun and I think the low dose G&G is a wonderful place to start your retinoid journey for sure.. love x

[@zark212]

Brilliant Chanel and great reviews mate. I am very glad I found Your videos they are a wealth of good solid advice. I have been using basic moisturizers for a few Years and have recently gone into better skin care over a more refined approach over the last few Months. I dont drink much alcohol at all and have done tons of research into nutrition etc. The info out there is quite daunting mate but Your advice is much better and practical. One question I have please is how do oils like coconut oil and avocado oil compare to Retinal's and Serums in terms of proteins and vitamins in the skin and can You combine them both. I bought both the coconut oil and Avocado recently and tried them but the only thing which was frustrating was the oils themselves tend to get transferred onto everything you touch afterwards even if You wash Your hands etc. I am yet to buy sun cream but I do have a theory on why its such a good product besides its normal intended purpose. I used to work in a factory and we had this solution called "Barrier cream" which was basically applied to the hands and after a shift washed off and it stopped any contaminants and chemicals getting on Your skin. I think sun cream acts in a similar way but also stops light itself fading the skin. Not just stopping the harmful rays but also stopping the fading process even when its not sunny. Like when You put a newspaper outside and can see the text and paper fade in not a lot of time I am convinced that skin acts like this and sun cream reflects the fading process. Would be cool to see if there was any research done on just fading of skin from normal light. I saw Chris Gibsons KZbin Channel and the guy looks 35 when He is actually 60 and He keeps saying that sun cream used for Many Years has literally saved his skin its quite amazing when You see Him. I started using pure Aloe Vera Gel a few Years back and it was my Birthday last Year and this worker i know in Mcdonalds thought I was 33. I am 53 lol Also mate what are Your thoughts on laser resurfacing. It seems to be the holy grail. Many thanks Bro. Your advice is great and Your skin. Keep rocking :))))

[@gayleappleby8418]

There is also Truology’s retinal serum which is very nice and cruelty free. Thanks for another great video , Rob! I always enjoy them.

[@MadAboutSkin]

thank you so so much hun and thank you for the suggestion I will check it out.. love x

[@tmc7903]

I used a low strength No. 7 retinol for a while but my sensitive skin didn't like it. Then I moved on to the ordinary granactive retanoid emulsion but I wasn't sure if I was getting much benefit from it. I'm currently using Beauty of Joseon retinal eye serum as a full face serum and my skin seems to like it. I think it's only 0.02% retinal though. I might try the 0.05% geek and gorgeous next and see how I tolerate it. Great video as always Rob, love having a cup of coffee and listening to you talk skincare 👍

[@morana0]

I love you so much because of your honesty. I always click Like on your videos, even if a subject maybe is not for me. I do that just because I would like for you to stay so independent and true to your self and if that is the way we can help to you and your chanel then that is what I will continue to do 😊

[@MadAboutSkin]

Oh thank you so so much hun, your kind words and support mean so much to me.. sending you lots of love x

[@morana0]

@@MadAboutSkin Thank you very much for finding the time to answer to my comment. I have a biggest possible smile on my face at the moment 😀

[@marisolselloff3719]

Thanks for introducing me to geek and gorgeous, definitely helped my under eyes, I will continue to use this forever, they better never discontinue it, it's such a fear of finding something that works. Patience though, it started working about mid way through my second bottle.

[@MadAboutSkin]

Yay I am so so glad its working so well for you hun :) thank you so much for sharing your thoughts on it and sending you lots of love x

[@leeck5491]

May I ask what do you use on your face?

[@claudiadavies5110]

Adore and use Geek & Gorgeous A Game 10, and wanted to move to the higher strength Retinal, so I loved that you introduced me to K Secret Seoul 1988 2% and absolutely no irritation at all, but it's too soon to see results except for a bit of extra glow 😊😊😊

[@MadAboutSkin]

Oh thats amazing and I am so so glad its working for you hun.. sending love x

[@Marge-]

I’ve actually recently started using your Ultimate Anti-Ageing Oil after switching from tretinoin & I absolutely love love love it. It’s gentle on the skin & I wake up with refreshed & refined skin. Beautiful! Also loving your copper peptides. Thanks for sending package again after first one got lost ❤

[@MadAboutSkin]

Oh thats amazing and I am so so glad its working so well for you hun :) your support means a lot to me.. love xx

[@user-ox6ef4ti7c]

Hi Rob, I use your retinal and very happy thank you. Also I have been using your sunscreen and oh boy my skin is fantastic. Glowing, clear etc. I put one layer on wait 5 minutes and put another layer on. Not sure whats in it but my skin is fantastic. Don’t even need a moisturiser in the mornings now. Thank you very much.

[@MadAboutSkin]

Oh thank you so so much for this comment which has put a massive smile on my face :) I am delighted its working so well for you hun and thank you so much for your support.. I cant wait for it to be back in stock in the new packaging in the next month :) love xx

[@suehales1557]

Love this. Agree with choices after trying several brands. I use medik8 cleansers toners moisturizers but toggle between these two top notch optiins. Find they both workable news a s s balance. Won't be returning vibrations anytime soon as skin shows me it loves retinal. Thanks as always xx

[@MadAboutSkin]

my pleasure hun and thank you so much for watching and sharing your thoughts x

[@cabarnone]

Love Medik8!

[@MadAboutSkin]

Same hun, I just love the lux feeling of it.. love x

[@Cristina_Dhyan-S.]

Hi Robert .. I tried the three of them! Medik8 is great (I used the 10 and 20 .. I struggled with the 20 because is thicker and needs to layered on a slightly wet skin) but the AGame 10 G&G is fantastic to use and spread on my face .. I have recently used the Ordinary one .. I like it very much but I still need to spread it on slightly wet skin .. still struggling to calculate the right quantity of water before spreading it ! I like the Ordinary one but it finishes quickly ! I always get super helpful information from you .. Thanks you so much for your videos ! 🥰

[@jmcd31]

Ooh new background! Not seen 1 of your vids for a few weeks

[@MadAboutSkin]

Haha moved house so there will be some new backgrounds incoming :) hope all is wonderful with you hun.. sending you so so much love x

[@vacationeyes6430]

I love the Geek and Gorgeous ones. It actually gave me glass skin. The ordinary retinal serum is probably one of the best launches since acquisition. I don't like Estee Lauder owning them but thank God they didn't run it to the ground.

[@MadAboutSkin]

Oh I am so so glad its working for you hun and I agree with the ordinary I think the esteemed Lauder acquisition actually made them better which shocked me x

[@snowyfall753]

Used Ordinary retinal for about 1.5 months, used retinol before. It did not help with my acne as retinol did. Started to get pimples here and there after a while. Not like purging, more like I had no remedy at all. Used more than one "bottle", but no difference. No irritation at all. I started to use a-game this week, so only 3 days of usage, little early to tell, but the acne I have started to shrink, acne that were started to pop up has slowed down and no new clusters so far. It looks promising so far, seems to get the effect that got from retinol but without irritation (so far). I am not just using it for getting rid of acne, but also for some acne scars that will take years of usage to get rid of. It would be horrible if you would use a product for years and it had no effect, so I cannot continue to use the Ordinary one if I don't see an effect on preventing acne as it would be too long time time and potential wasted time to evaluate it for scars. If a game works for preventing acne at least I would know that the formula is working. Retinal is very unstable and is why there are few products out there compared to retinol. You want a brand that is successful stabilizing it, but hard for a consumer to know...

[@Poshella7575]

🧡 I was a G&G retinal gal till I swapped to MAS retinal, which I’m still using & is lovely 🤗 xx

[@MadAboutSkin]

Yay I am so so glad its working so well in your skincare routine :) thank you so much for supporting the brand and sending you so so much love x

[@Borneo1834]

Hi Rob, as usual I want to express my appreciation for your competence, your ethics and generosity in sharing with us your knowledge 👍🏻About six months ago I switched from retinol to retinal. I'm using Medik8 ❤ and I totally agree with you: I'm very satisfied with the results, my skin is smoother and more toned, the pores appear reduced and the complexion is more uniform, without any sign of irritation or dryness. It also goes perfectly with MAS Peptide Serum 😉

[@jcrider392]

Yes, he doesn't get enough recognition for his standards. Glad we're letting him know though. Love our little furry friends. Am I terrible for rather having them test on humans if they insist they must do one or the other?

[@gabriellajuhasz01]

Love Geek and Gorgeous ❤

[@MadAboutSkin]

Same here hun, such a nice product.. love x

[@gabriellajuhasz01]

@@MadAboutSkin ❤

[@user-zc1su3yg8j]

❤ live medik8, I have been using it for 3 years, started with the 0.6 and now use the 20, I have never had any reaction to it even when moving up a strength, I also love their crystal retinol eye serum, now I use tretinoin but use the medik8 on my neck and hands, I wouldn't be without it, I know it's expensive but 1 tube lasts a long time so I think it is worth it. Sending you lots of love and thanks for the videos

[@MadAboutSkin]

I agree with you hun, its a little pricy but you do get a lot of uses out of it which is nice and I think its a greta product with lots of innovation.. sending you so much love x

[@markvincent5241]

I'm using geek and gorgeous a game 1 and midik8 6 crystal retinal face and eye serum. Love both products. Medik8 is the better product but way more expensive. Love to try the ordinary but would be beneficial if they did something in the middle strength wise. 1 and 1.5 would be great. I'd imagine they would sell very well.

[@BIRDY_GIRL49]

I use Medik8 every night; LOVE it! Scent and texture are beautiful 😍 Smart and fun video, thank you!

[@MadAboutSkin]

Thank you so much hun and I agree with you the scent of the medik8 is just gorgeous x

[@olga_b344]

What strength do u use every night? X

[@BIRDY_GIRL49]

@@olga_b344 I am still using the Retinal 6 at this time, but I'll be moving up to the Retinal 10 in a couple of weeks. Not one bit of redness or irritation. Beautiful formula.

[@maritgranstromstudley208]

Again...thanks for a fabulous video ❤ i use the ordinary 0.2 and really like it. I have used retinoids forever, had geek and gorgeous come in stronger than 0.1 I'd have liked to try it though. Xxx

[@MadAboutSkin]

Thank you so so much hun, your support means a lot to me.. I wish they would come out with a stronger one too as I would buy it in an instant.. love x

[@AntonandSinan]

Salut Rob, after using G&G for a year, my skin plateaued and I switched to the Ordinary. Goodness, it’s stronger! Smaller yes, but it’s the first one that gave me a little bit of purging, which never happened with the lower strength granactive retinioid and then G&G retinal that I used prior. The skin stabilised now, but they aren’t joking when it comes to strength huh. Thanks for the video 😊 and greetings from France! Ps. It seems TO one is more hydrating than G&G.

[@lollygaggins6316]

I have really sensitive skin, so I had to start really slow, and I’m poor. 😜 I like the Naturium Retinaldehyde Cream Serum. I started with the .05% and have worked my way up to the .10%. It took me nearly a year and a half, but I can finally use it every night, and am just now beginning to be able to use it more on my neck. I plan on trying The Ordinary’s .20% one day, but I’m going to wait awhile and then slowly ease it in.

[@foz2071]

Great video. I completely agree with the one con for Geek and Gorg. I wish they did a higher strength just so I could try it out. Otherwise it wins hands down. I don't see the point of Medik8 because it contains fragrance which risks sensitivity and irritation, even if it makes you feel good. They need to put out a fragrance free one but even then I can't justify paying 60 something pounds for it (just yet!). Should adding a few more ingredients like fragrance make something so much more expensive, and by that I mean the 0.1% strength Medik8 compared to the G&G 0.1%? Love your videos! X

[@rehab2see]

The Medik8 retinaldehyde is a wonderful product. I love the eye cream!! Highly recommend.

[@MadAboutSkin]

I love the eye cream, your right its such a good product.. love x

[@Fakeindian]

But their stuff is so pricey😕Would love to try their eye products

[@vero2078]

The Medik8 is the best when it comes to retinols. Though now for my face I use prescription, and for my neck and chest area I use retinol (after using an essence and HA😀) and then a thick moisturizer

[@rebeccahoward3464]

❤ I really like the Naturium retinaldehyde serum since I can just go to a Target and pick it up (I live in the states).

[@MadAboutSkin]

I agree I think its such a nice product and I love that it now comes in two strengths.. love x

[@alainaartiles165]

The geek and gorgeous is great I use it for my neck and my kp arms, I use tretinoin on my face and I used the mad about skin oil in my stretch marks from pregnancy it has made a huge difference. Thank you so much.

[@theyneedhelp5005]

Mi scusi, cos'è tretinoin? Mai sentito, mai trovato. Grazie 😊

[@sookibeulah9331]

@@theyneedhelp5005​​⁠​⁠​⁠​⁠Tretnoin is prescription retinoid. It’s true Retin A and can make a huge difference but can only be perceived by a Dr. and some people can’t tolerate it, even at a low dose.

[@MadAboutSkin]

My pleasure hun and I agree with you I think for KP its one of the best as its so hydrating too.. love x

[@jonnyt159]

Hi rob, I go between g&g and medic8. I was wondering if you had any thoughts on retiño ate? Thanks for all your hard work!

[@MadAboutSkin]

Hi hun, thanks for watching.. I love it but I think my skin just likes retinal that little bit more.. love x

[@andreazumbahlen7158]

Medik8 is amazing! I love the smell of it. I just ran out of mine. I just wish it wasn’t so expensive 😭

[@MadAboutSkin]

I know what you mean its gorgeous but I would love for it to be a little cheaper lol.. Love x

[@MarionMM]

I can't wait to try the ordinary product. I currently have medik8 .1% and I love the smell and I hate fragranced products. I also have the allies of skin retinal & peptides repair night cream, which I use more often but I think it is time to phase it out as it is only a .05% compared to the .2% of the ordinary or the most potent medik8.

[@MadAboutSkin]

I agree the ordinary is the best when it comes to max strength.. love x

[@sylvianuttall4289]

Geek and gorgeous for me ❤

[@MadAboutSkin]

I agree hun such a great product xx

[@alena7393]

I like Medik8 retinal 6 and their retinal eye cream. Thank you for video. Planning to try g&g retinal but I am afraid of sensitivity as it is not encapsulated. It would be great if you could review Biossance products especially lactic acid exfoliant, copper peptide serum and eye cream/peptide eye gel.

[@MadAboutSkin]

Thank you so much for watching and I love the eye cream too, pi thin its perfect for under eye anti aging.. sending so much love x

[@bumblebeemer]

I just cracked open a new release: Be the Skin retinal, and love it so far! High potency, feels super nice, and has other good stuff like peptides and ceramides in it. Can't speak to price--I got it as a GWP, so here's hoping it's not expensive lol!

[@MadAboutSkin]

Oh thank you for the heads up I will have to check this one out.. love x

[@KantiUniverse]

How these products compare to other famous retinal serums out there like: Maelove, KSecret and Naturium? Please make a retinal video comparing all options in the market and classify them by strength % 😊

[@martinprice1869]

Geek and Gorgeous❤

[@MadAboutSkin]

Same hun I think its such a wonderful product for the price xx

[@Wtn106]

I used a lot of retinol and retinal products , G and G is super. In this moment, i have ordinary granactive retinol emulsion, but i have to say that Monoderma retinol in capsules is veeeery, very good 💯. Love from Serbia ❤

[@MadAboutSkin]

Thank you so much hun and I will have to check out that mono derma one .. love x

[@michellewood2554]

It would be really helpful for those that are new to these type of products as to where this is used in the skincare regime ie. After toner, before moisturiser etc. Can you consider this when making your videos, which are very informative, but could go that one step more. X

[@MadAboutSkin]

I have done a large number of evening skincare routines which show how to use this and a full routine, I hope they will help x

[@anniesmolkin7685]

I am currently using the retinal by ksecret which you recommended and I am loving. I also have a serum by Masque bar my ingredients it's Retinol in squalane I am obsessed with because of the squalane I think . Squalane is amazing !

[@MadAboutSkin]

yay I am so so glad its working so well for you hun. sending love x

[@MyLoVeLyMaN]

I've been using Differin for acne and never felt interest in trying cosmetic ones, I guess at least something good out form having blemishes :D ...works well and hard to beat the price (I get it through the GP) and it's not overly aggressive

[@MadAboutSkin]

thank you so much for watching and sharing your thoughts x

[@ivonnehansson4938]

Hi 👋🏼 Rob. Currently I’m using the Geek and gorgeous agame 10. But I have the ordinary waiting in my drawer ☺️ I’m wondering if you have any experience with Dermatica? And what you would think about their products? I’m just not really getting anywhere with my hyperpigmentation and I’m thinking about maybe giving Dermatica a chance with hydroquinone and tretinoin as ingredients 🤷🏻‍♀️

[@olga_b344]

Love your Chanel and you always lift my spirit. I followed your G&G advice. But i got the G&G Retinal 0.05 as I wanna start slow (although I used to use retinol last year - I took a 6 month break). How long would u use the G&G 0.05 before progressing to the G&G 10? Thank you! Xx

[@MadAboutSkin]

Oh thank you so so much hun and your support as always means so much to me.. I would give it a couple of tubes before moving up.. that way you will avoid too much irritation.. love x

[@jmcd31]

Tret after being on a retinoid for 2+ years. I use retirides from Spain and tinitrend from Mexico 👍

[@leeck5491]

Are these purchasable in the United States?

[@MrNordicnicklas]

I use Tretinoin 0,1% for face. The ordinary Retinal 0,2% for my neck and Advanced Clinicals Retinol Firming Cream for my hands and rest of body (its a pretty big bottle for little money). :D Love from Denmark!

[@MadAboutSkin]

Such great recommendations and tips, thank you so so much for sharing.. ;love x

[@manhac7541]

On your recommendation I have started using ordinary after switching myself from dermetica tret as my skin was not happy. Ordinary is very good for me I am alternating with copper peptides

[@MadAboutSkin]

yay I am so so glad its working for you hun, thank you so much for sharing.. love x

[@EarthFirstGoVegan]

❤i use the ordinary retinal every other night and the other nights I use tretinoin

[@MadAboutSkin]

Such a good combo.. hope all is wonderful with you hun x

[@evelevrae1]

Do you put retinal around the eyes and on the neck and chest? Awesome video. Thanks.

[@MadAboutSkin]

I do hun and I have no issue with it but patch test first :) love x

[@awildarivera8727]

I use Neutrogena rapid wrinkle repairs retinol serum..😊❤

[@MadAboutSkin]

Thank you so much for watching and sharing your thoughts x

[@ChrisJonesJan2024]

I use the geek and gorgeous but the low strength one so I hope that wins

[@MadAboutSkin]

I love the lower strength option, great for the neck and for the under eye x

[@barbowens8626]

You always make me happy, Rob!😙🩵

[@MadAboutSkin]

aww thank you so so much hun thats so kind of you to say and I am glad you enjoy the videos .. love x

[@burlingo]

I'm new to skincare. I've started with Azure's 0.025% serum 1-2x a week for the past few weeks. I'm starting Naturium's 0.05% retinal this week.

[@MadAboutSkin]

Thank you so much for watching and sharing your options.. let us know what you think to the naturium one xx

[@melbert3795]

Ive had a few tubes of G+G abd loved it. I was hoping for a stronger version when the ordinary launched. I use the ordinary under my eyes as its my more problematic area and G+G everywhere else. I love them both. But i too wish ordinary would do bigger tubes of it.

[@MadAboutSkin]

I agree I hope that the geek and gorgeous team will come up with a stronger option in the coming months.. love x

[@chantibergwerff4251]

❤ G&G A-game 10. It's affordable and fragrance free is a must for my sensitive skin.😊

[@MadAboutSkin]

I love it so much for the price point. sending love x

[@paulinemaxton2938]

I use the MAS retinal and hope it's back on stock soon as I'm running out lol x

[@MadAboutSkin]

Awww thank you so so much hun and it will be back in the next month which I am so so excited about.. sending love x

[@melissalopeification]

I've been using medik8 6 for many years and just recently bought the Ordinary. I'm excited to try but agree the 15ml size is annoying

[@MadAboutSkin]

I hope they come out with a larger size soon xx

[@theyneedhelp5005]

Io uso 101 A-game 10. Doppo meno di un mese i risultati sono incredibil. L ho adoro. .. 😊❤

[@MadAboutSkin]

Thank you so much for sharing your favourties.. love x

[@nickimontie]

I am using BoJ Retinal eye serum.

[@MadAboutSkin]

Such a great product, love it all over the face.. love x

[@iagulka]

I use Ph doctor retinal! Best polish retinal !

[@MadAboutSkin]

Thank you so much for watching and sharing your thoughts x

[@mariavanbeselaere5417]

Hi Rob, could you also check on the Enprani Retino x 8. I think this is where Medik8 gets its Retinal from

[@MadAboutSkin]

Yes of course I will check them out.. thanks for the heads up.. love x

[@tasfia5769]

Can I use the ordinary granactive retinoid 2% in squalane as a virgin in my retinol journey? I have never used retinol before. If not, which retinol should I use instead? Btw, I love your videos.

[@MadAboutSkin]

Hi hun, yes I think that would be a great starter option for sure hun, its a lovely product.. thank you so much for your kind words and sending you so much love x

[@deborahholden2825]

Thank you as always but is the G&G encapsulated please? I am struggling to find out as my skin is super sensitive X

[@MadAboutSkin]

Hi hun, no it isnt so I would start with their low strength one and see how your skin gets on with it.. love x

[@ShellyBomb]

⭐ P.S. So, as a quick follow-up: is a Retinol stronger than say a Granactive Retinoid - as in The Ordinary's two types re their Retinal vs. Granactive Retinoid?!? 😊

[@whantothill]

Hi Rob! I love your channel. You are definitely one of the best skinfluencers and I trust your opinion to be honest ❤ I’ve been using BOJ ginseng + retinal serum and now ready to move up to G&G A-Game 5. It has been out of stock on their UK online store for a while. Hopefully, I’ll get my hand on it soon ❤ While doing research on retinal options, I came across VT cica reti-A range. It formulated with hydroxypinacolone retinoate and claim to be more effective than retinal. Very interesting! It would be great to hear what you think 😙

[@MadAboutSkin]

Thank you so much hun and your kind words me a lot to me.. the VT form of retinoid is actually granactive retinoid which has been around some time (the ordinary do a couple of serums with it) its nice and great for those with sensitive skin though personally I found I got better results with retinal .. Granactive is a lot better than retinol though so I think that sounds like a nice product.. love xx

[@whantothill]

@@MadAboutSkin Thank you for your reply 💕 I will stick with retinal then 😊

[@susanne527]

How long would you recommend using the lower dose- the geek and gorgeous before switching to the ordinary. A new user

[@MadAboutSkin]

I would give it a couple of tubes before going to the higher one.. with the lower dose you can use daily from the start though. love x

[@felicityestrin9289]

Using The Ordinary 0.2% Retinal nightly ever since it launched. It's Holy Grail for me--no irritation or stinging, minimal peeling, doesn't exacerbate my type ii rosacea. Great results, especially in shrinking pores. Absolutely love it. xx.

[@felicityestrin9289]

PS I'd so happily try G and G, but it costs so much to ship it to Canada. Hopefully it'll be more accessible some day soon. In the meantime, loving the Ordinary's offering (I'm a seasoned retinal user though). x

[@MadAboutSkin]

I agree its such a nice product and the ordinary are doing so well with their latest launches.. love xx

[@robertaevans9658]

The ordinary retinal has blown me away!! Bye bye medik8 ❤

[@MadAboutSkin]

Haha I bet your wallet is pleased lol as the ordinary is a lot cheaper and your right for the price I think its a gorgeous formulation and texture.. Hope all is wonderful with you.. love x

[@april4able]

❤️ I’m saving my pennies so g&g it is

[@MadAboutSkin]

Thank you so much for watching and sharing your thoughts x

[@SeemaSingh-li3nb]

Prescription adapalene and benzoyl peroxide ( Epiduo) Acne prone skin type

[@MadAboutSkin]

Thank you so much for sharing your thoughts and sending you so much love x

[@magdalenakandziora-rog6362]

I'm almost out of MAS copper peptide. I hope I will be able to to buy it again very soon, will I?

[@MadAboutSkin]

Hi hun, the products are all being rebranded as we speak and that process is almost complete so I expect them all to be back in stock in the next month :) love x

[@rehab2see]

I use tretinoin or Retin-A Micro. Sometimes I will also use the Remedy for Dark Spots.

[@MadAboutSkin]

thank you so much for watching and sharing your thoughts x

[@sadberaimamovicbasic6112]

❤ None of them are available in BiH, so I use L'Oréal.

[@MadAboutSkin]

Thank you so much for watching and sharing your thoughts x

[@annanaylor]

Beauty of Joseon ginseng 2% retinal-all over though. Marketed as an eye cream.

[@alena7393]

Not 2% but 0.02% retinal is in Beauty of joseon. This is much less concentration than in all products in video.

[@MadAboutSkin]

I love that one, I just wish it was in a slightly larger size as like you I like to use it all over the face.. love x

[@annanaylor]

@@MadAboutSkin price point wise, is there anything stronger in kbeauty, or do i need to spend more! X

[@ChrisJonesJan2024]

Happy weekend everyone

[@MadAboutSkin]

Happy weekend hun x

[@audreym.342]

I’ll switch to retinal when I’m done with my retinol from the ordinary (I alternate with granactive retinoid from TO as well). I have to ask: is there any Asian brand that does any good retinal products ?

[@MadAboutSkin]

k-secret does a great one from their 1988 line.. ,love x

[@picklebird1261]

I alternate between G&G 0.1 and TO 0.2 as my skin becomes used to the stronger dose.

[@MadAboutSkin]

Thank you so much for sharing your recommendations.. love x

[@olga_b344]

Would it be ok to use the Beauty of Joseon around the eyes and then G&G retinal on the face? I’m nervous the creams will migrate and intersect and I’ll be accidntlu doubling up the cream in some areas. Bless you! ❤❤

[@zozel77]

I use the G&G around the eyes with no problem at all 😊❤

[@olga_b344]

@@zozel77 the 10 or the 5? The 10 is quite strong. How close to the eyes do you put it? Thanks!

[@zozel77]

@@olga_b344 I use the 10 but I don’t have sensitive skin. I use it all around the orbital area but not very close to the eyes of course. I hope this helps 😊

[@olga_b344]

@@zozel77 wow thanks so much. I hope to build up to that some day. Did you start out with the G&G 0.05 strength first?

[@MadAboutSkin]

Hi hun, yes that would be totally fine :) the risk of overlap irritation is small and I have done this in the past without issue.. hope all is wonderful with you.. love x

[@bachatera100]

I'd like to know your opinion about Skintra liquid happiness, with 0,3 % retinal. The most potent so far! Saludos from Spain!

[@MadAboutSkin]

Hi hun, its strong for sure but I havent actually used it so I will have to try and get a bottle.. love xx

[@dagao8650]

I know it very well. Skintra isn't so strong as it seems, because their retinal is in oils. Zero sides effects. And zero visible good effects. In my opinion it dosnt work at all.

[@bachatera100]

Thank you, ​@@dagao8650. I'll have to try The Ordinary one then

[@NotBrye]

Im still using kiehls micro dosed retinol serum.

[@MadAboutSkin]

Thank you so much for watching and for sharing your thoughts.. love x