
The Ordinary
Retinal 0.2% Emulsion High-Strength Retinoid Nighttime Treatment
Treatment · 32 ingredients · Canada
The Ordinary's Retinal 0.2% Emulsion is a very high strength retinoid formula that rapidly firms and smooths skin, while noticeably reducing the appearance of dark spots. It helps refine skin texture, while targeting uneven tone and boosting luminosity for brighter, more even-looking skin.

Dr. Dennis Gross Skincare
Advanced Retinol + Ferulic Perfectly Dosed Retinol Extra Strength 0.5%
Treatment · 30 ingredients
A fragrance-free retinol serum formulated to smooth the appearance of fine lines, wrinkles, and uneven texture. Pure liquid retinol at 0.5% drives the anti-aging and firming benefits, while bakuchiol and rambutan work to reinforce those effects. Squalane and hyaluronic acid are included to soothe and hydrate, helping to offset potential dryness and making it suitable for those concerned about retinol sensitivity.
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Stabilizes vitamin C
Hydration support
Retinol
A retinoid that speeds cell turnover to smooth texture, soften lines, and clear pores.
L-Ascorbic Acid
A form of vitamin C — an antioxidant that brightens, fades dark spots, and supports collagen.
AHA
A water-soluble acid that exfoliates the surface for smoother, brighter, more even skin.
Vitamin E
An antioxidant that protects the barrier and supercharges vitamin C.
Bisabolol
A soothing ingredient that calms redness and irritation.
Lactic Acid (AHA)
A water-soluble acid that exfoliates the surface for smoother, brighter, more even skin.
Retinol (0.5%)
A retinoid that speeds cell turnover to smooth texture, soften lines, and clear pores.
Retinol
A plant-based retinol alternative — similar smoothing benefits, gentler, and pregnancy-friendly.
Centella
Calms inflammation and speeds barrier recovery.
Bisabolol
A soothing ingredient that calms redness and irritation.
Ferulic Acid
An antioxidant that stabilizes vitamins C and E and roughly doubles their sun defense.
Hyaluronic Acid
Holds water in the skin for instant plumping and hydration.
Squalane
A lightweight, biomimetic oil that softens without clogging pores — pairs perfectly with strong actives to offset dryness.
Green Tea
An antioxidant that calms inflammation and helps regulate oil.
Aloe Vera
Cools and hydrates irritated skin.
Sodium PCA
A humectant that pulls water into the skin for plumper, more hydrated skin.
Lactic Acid (AHA)
A water-soluble acid that exfoliates the surface for smoother, brighter, more even skin.
Mandelic Acid (AHA)
A gentle, large-molecule AHA — good for sensitive or acne-prone skin.
Glycerin
The workhorse humectant — simple, effective, and exceptionally well-tolerated.
Barrier
Brightening
Anti-aging
Texture
Acne
Soothing
Antioxidant
Hydration
Barrier
Brightening
Anti-aging
Texture
Acne
Oil control
Soothing
Antioxidant