The Ordinary Retinal 0.2% Emulsion High-Strength Retinoid Nighttime Treatment - 0.507 fl oz - Ulta Beauty

I bought three bottles and used it nightly. It did nothing for me

I had been using PTR glycolic plus retinol and not getting many results. Moved up to this and WOW. Total game changer. Started seeing reduction in fine lines and hyperpigmentation after about a month! I do my evening skincare about two hours before I go to bed and this gives the product time to sink in and not stain my pillowcases or anything else. Wait 20 minutes before applying moisturizer after for best results.

After only one use I cannot attest to its effectiveness but I can say that it stains. One of my favorite white linen shirts is now ruined. Although it's got a great price point, I would recommend the retinaldehyde from Paula's Choice instead. It works great and doesn't stain. I purchased this to use on my neck only. I'm bummed though.

At a certain age, ya need a retinal treatment in your routine !!! Let's admit it. Really- for 15.bicks you cannot beat this. It's strong- start slowly! I had no issue with yellow stains. My fine lines are reduced, and skin is smoother, hence makeup Looks better too... Use an SPF during day!

I am enjoying this product, improvements on texture, pores and more firmness/less fine lines. I use it every other day in the evening only. I skip my toner for the application and follow up with a good moisturizer (I learned to not mix acids and retinols). I would caution you do not need a lot of this product, maybe one-two pumps and allow it to dry down a bit, then moisturize. I have not add any transfer or staining issues. ps, if you're looking at retinol for the first time, try their lighter one first, it has less of a learning curve. ppss you must apply sunscreen and be vigilant about it if you use this product. it makes the skin more photo sensitive.

I'm 43 years old. Have been using the Ordinary Retinal Emulsion religiously for almost 2 years and have seen significant improvement in my skin. Retinal is more potent than retinol so if you've never used retinol before, I would start there, then build up to this product. I use the Ordinary Retinal every night with no issues (redness, flaking, etc). I used to use prescription RetinA (trentinoin cream) from my dermatologist, but my skin didn't tolerate it well and I had flare ups of redness and dryness. The Ordinary Retinal Emulsion is my holy grail. It's stronger than retinol, but gentler than trentinoin. I will never stop using this product. For the price, it's the best on the market. Yes, it will stain your pillowcase yellow, but I can live with that for the excellent results.

Great product, ive seen a positive chsnge in the texture of my skin. Ive used many retinals and this is my favorite.

The product is nice. It works well, the consistency is nice. I actually liked it a lot. But unfortunately, I won't be rebuying because of how bad the staining is. My face, pillowcase, and nails were yellow the entire time I used this :(

I didn't use it long enough to see any results because it stains skin and fabrics yellow, even if you layer moisturizer on top.

This is my first retinal. It was an easy transition, I had no irritation, and it seems more stable than their retinol.

Seems to be breaking up the milia around my eyes

Retinal is so much better than retinol

It's fine for the price. It's not the most effective retinol I've ever tried. My biggest problem with this is that it turned bright yellow and stained my skin. I had to stop using because I looked jaundiced with it. Do yourself a favor and find a retinol in a better container, the few extra dollars will be well worth it.

Truly effective over-the-counter retinoid! I see an improvement without having to pay for prescription retinoids.

This product made my face break out. I looked up retinol and it could take months before it would stop. Not taking it anymore. Would not recommend to everyone.

I been using this Retinal emulsion for 3 weeks now and definitely noticed a defrence on my skin, it does sting a little the first few days but then no more stinging. It is gentle on the skin no peeling or irritation. My skin texture, pores radiance have improved. Thank you the ordinary for making this available to us. Please don't discontinue.

So far I’m really liking this will keep using daily with high hopes

I tried this as its much chesper than my dermalogica retinol, however its not anywhere close and is so yellow it tints my face

I tried this as its much chesper than my dermalogica retinol, however its not anywhere close and is so yellow it tints my face

I've been looking for a product that has retinAL (not just retinOL). It is stronger and more effective against forehead wrinkles, but use with caution . Because of its strength, it can cause redness and dry flakiness.