THE ORDINARY Granactive Retinoid 2% Emulsion

Skin Type: Combination, Dry, Normal, Oily

Skin Concerns: Ageing

Skincare By Age: 20s , 30s, 40s, 50+, Under 20

What it is:A Retinoid emulsion that combines 2 next-generation retinoid actives to avoid the irritation associated with retinoid treatments.

What it does:This formulation combines two forms of next-generation retinoid actives. A 2% concentration of Granactive Retinoid™ is a complex of solubilised Hydroxypinacolone Retinoate (HPR), a highly-advanced form of retinoid which is, in fact, a non-prescription ester of all-trans direct retinoic acid. This offers a multi-fold better effect against signs of ageing than retinol, retinyl palmitate and nearly all other forms of non-prescription retinoid. The second active is a sustained-delivery form of pure retinol in a protective capsule system which supports both the delivery and the effect of Granactive Retinoid™. Both forms of retinoid used avoid the irritation associated with retinoids (including retinol) use while delivering better visible results against signs of ageing.