Which Ordinary Retinol Is Right For You? | 6 Types of Retinols | Dr. Somji Explains The Ordinary

[@safimarndiaye9739]

So helpfull . Thanks Dr

[@peachysenpai0]

i’m so glad you made this video. I’m about to start using retinol.

[@Drsomjiskin]

Hope you like it!

[@anapaolacwschannel]

This was just what I was looking for. Very informative, thanks!

[@Drsomjiskin]

Glad it was helpful!

[@Km944]

Omg, so helpful - it's been very confusing navigating which of the Ordinary's retinoid products is the strongest and provides the most benefits. Other channels claim that the granactive 2 and 5% are stronger than the 1% retinol in squalene, so this just cleared things up!

[@VickyWlt]

This is the best video about ¨The Ordinary¨ serums! Straight to the point and well explained.

[@char2304]

Thank you for your calm voice and don't talk too fast like some of the American ladies ❤

[@jayzm100]

Brilliantly covered! So detailed! Thank you for sharing

[@wth6588]

Great paced video

[@ohhaa]

Really appreciate how you explained the difference between squalane and granactive!

[@Drsomjiskin]

My pleasure!

[@camilalustosa_]

this video is so good and informative! thanks

[@Drsomjiskin]

Glad it was helpful!

[@simplica1]

Thank you for the explanation! It's great!

[@LilianOdiko]

Very informative thank u doctor.

[@Drsomjiskin]

🙌🤗

[@charlotteappiah6240]

Very helpful video

[@Drsomjiskin]

Glad it was helpful!

[@sayantaniist]

Very very helpful video tysm

[@whatstory3715]

Great video! I am using Differin (which has retinol as well) to treat my acne 4 times a week on average. Could I still use Retinol in Squalane, even if it was once a week maybe or not at all? Thank you!

[@andreao8535]

Thank you Dr. This was a very informative video. I just purchased Granactive 2% in Emulsion and, although I have dry skin (especially during cold, winter season), it looks like my skin prefers it over retinol in squalane. I have tried that one last year and threw away after a month of use because it broke me out and made my skin very restless, although the concentration was matched (retinol was 0.2%). After I finish with using this one (expiration date is 3 months from opening a serum), I'll most likely switch to G&G A-game or, if I end up seeing major improvements with this one, do another round of Granactive 2%. Fingers crossed 🤞🏻

[@maireobrien2564]

Thanks that was really helpful!

[@customercare8195]

Dr. Thank you so much for this most helpful information! I have DRY skin and the only way I’ve been able to use a retinol is in Squalene. I’ve been using .05% in Squalene 4 times a week for almost a year. The results have been remarkable, but I could use some improvement. I am going to purchase the 1% in Squalene upon your recommendation.

[@vasudhasingh9749]

Which one is better for oily to combination skin with dark pigmentations and spots for a beginner?

[@9uguigbkjbii543]

He mentions the 0.2%!

[@bethwel9996]

Very informative

[@Drsomjiskin]

Thank you 🙌

[@Je2shifty]

Which retinol is best for black spots

[@TamiekaLee-lm9tf]

Hey, I have been using the ordinary Granactive Retinoid 2% Emulsion for about 6 months now and I started having breakouts again. Should I go to the Granactive Retinoid 5% in Squalane? I have EXTREMELY oily skin and get absolutely no irritation from my current retinoid

[@tanjaarsic5803]

Could you use The Ordinary niacinamide serum when using retinol?

[@Lidia.Bella.Italiana]

Not at the same time. Alternate nights.

[@feilatan]

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[@feilatan]

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[@lindag.dalton6507]

Yes, you can.

[@Drsomjiskin]

You can add Niacinamide after for enhanced results and healing the skin barrier 🙏

[@littlekiwi524]

I have dry skin so I'm sticking with the anhydrous ones at all costs. For now, every third day I use 3 drops the 0.5% in squalane AFTER already using 4 drops of their regular 100% plant derived squalane (I use a jade roller to save product but without one, I used to use a hefty 7 drops of regular squalane everyday and then whatever retinol on top to really prevent dryness)

[@milarepetzky6585]

Thank u 👌

[@julie-yh9ko]

Thank you do much

[@Drsomjiskin]

No problem

[@sagarsah2505]

emulsion vs squalane which is good for dry skin ?

[@PoojaMidha]

beautifully explained eacg and every thign thaks for yhis video. also pleas ecan you decribe the differnece betwwen retinyl linoleate vs hydroxypinacolone retinoate and which skin type suits which one will be grateful

[@Drsomjiskin]

Thank you so much yes we have another video about the whole retinoid pathway we will post soon 🙏

[@sadam1318]

i have dry and sensitive skin

[@catsandbats77]

I live in a dry climate and have dry, sensive skin. Should I start with the granactive 2% in squaline or the emulsion?

[@Drsomjiskin]

Squalane definitely

[@MJLOPEZ]

My 2% retinol granactive from the ordinary turned blue. What should I do with it?

[@cindyc4470]

R u serious? If it changed colour I think it's best u stop using it. Blue? Do u think u may have purchased fake, or contaminated or expired product? Hope it did not ruin ur skin in anyway.

[@saniahossain9661]

After using retinol 0.5%, what should I use?

[@poojavasudevmane]

Thank you so much. I m using granactive retinol 2% for 2 yrs now n i changed to Retinol 0.5 in Squalene Serum for just 2 day and i got acne on my chin area and ichy skin. Stopped using it. So i should use 0.2 for start?

[@Drsomjiskin]

Yes start back down at 0.2 🙏

[@Paul_87]

I've been using the granactive 2 % for a few months, and will now be moving up to the 5 %. I'm still not sure that I'm applying it correctly, though. Is it OK to use it under the eyes, where I have quite a few fines lines? (Being very careful not to get it into the eyes, of course.)

[@BaninAliR1]

my mom is 46 and she has wrinkles under eyes area and eyelid does retinol repair wrinkles?? plx tell me

[@sadam1318]

i’m still confused about what to do about this

[@mm-3669]

The ordinary sales person told me 1% is misleading because it is really only 0.3% , as in europe the regulations for over the counter is 0.3% maximum

[@Drsomjiskin]

Concentrations are generally misleading as it’s dependent on the volume of the product

[@sharminakhter4593]

After using Retinol 0.5% ,what should i use? Granactive 2% or Retinol in sualane 1% ?

[@Athen107]

0.5 retinol = granctive 5% so dr says retinol 1 is the most strong

[@Rainy756]

I've been using 0.1% retinol with bakuchiol for almost a year now. I have no break outs or whatsover. What should i use next, the 0.2% or 0.5% retinol?

[@jetpackjoe4209]

I jumped straight to the 1% and have no side effects, redness or iritation. Is this normal?

[@littlekiwi524]

Not common, but it's all about listening to your own skin. If you notice side effects, you'd need to get something weaker or use it less often until you get used to it again.

[@sanamushtaq4506]

Dr. Nipun Kapur, a skincare consultant posted a video where she suggested shifting from 0.5% retinol to Granactive 2%. Would that make any sense? Should a 0.5% retinol in squalene user switch to 1% retinol or 5% granactive one? I’m confused!

[@QaisBhatt250]

Absolutely right, I've also watched that video, it's so confusing, but this video kinda makes some sense, I m currently on granactive 2% and looking to move to retinol 0.5, since granactive retinoid didn't give me that results..

[@simplica1]

I believe here he said that 0.2 retinol =2% granactive retinoid and 0.5 retinol = 5% granactive. This means that 1%retinol is the highest in concentration.

[@sanamushtaq4506]

@@simplica1 yes, he meant just that but Dr. Nipun Kapur suggesting shifting from 0.5 Retinol to granactive 2%. That wouldn’t make sense right?

[@simplica1]

@@sanamushtaq4506 you might need a third opinion... 😅

[@uroosanaz5741]

She is not a dr.

[@evebettina]

What can I do if I accidentally bought 1%, I never use the ingredients before Can I put one drop in my cream for a start still Or I cannot use it at all

[@AskieFox-i2b]

I watch ur video and repeat 3x and im still confused… really?

[@advaitchougule242]

Skill issue

[@richardhenrysr5029]

@@advaitchougule242..... true. that's why he is the doctor and i'm not!!...lol

[@shkhan8016]

Me too

[@AmandaPeñaranda]

Hi Dr! I'm new here, this video is amazing. A friend gave me The Ordinary RetinAl 0.2% Emulsion, I have never used retinoids, can I apply it once a week? What is the recommendation in this case? It would be very helpful if you could answer 🤍