--- product_id: 617991966 title: "Retinal 0.2% Emulsion, High-Strength Retinoid Serum for Advanced Anti-Aging Support, 0.5 Fl Oz" brand: "the ordinary" price: "4581 som" currency: KGS in_stock: true reviews_count: 13 category: "The Ordinary" url: https://www.desertcart.kg/products/617991966-retinal-0-2-emulsion-high-strength-retinoid-serum-for-advanced store_origin: KG region: Kyrgyzstan --- # 0.2% high-strength retinal concentration nighttime fast-absorbing emulsion vegan, cruelty-free, clean formula Retinal 0.2% Emulsion, High-Strength Retinoid Serum for Advanced Anti-Aging Support, 0.5 Fl Oz **Brand:** the ordinary **Price:** 4581 som **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > 🌟 Unlock your skin’s future with the power of retinal — because aging gracefully is the new hustle. ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Retinal 0.2% Emulsion, High-Strength Retinoid Serum for Advanced Anti-Aging Support, 0.5 Fl Oz by the ordinary - **How much does it cost?** 4581 som with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.kg](https://www.desertcart.kg/products/617991966-retinal-0-2-emulsion-high-strength-retinoid-serum-for-advanced) ## Best For - the ordinary enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted the ordinary brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **Clean & Conscious Beauty:** Free from alcohol, oils, silicones, gluten & cruelty - • **Effortless Nightly Ritual:** Lightweight emulsion absorbs quickly, perfect for busy pros - • **Power-Packed Retinal 0.2%:** Clinically firms & smooths skin after just 2 uses - • **Advanced Age-Defying Support:** Targets wrinkles, dark spots & uneven tone with precision - • **Next-Level Vitamin A Delivery:** Retinaldehyde acts faster & stronger than retinol for visible results ## Overview The Ordinary Retinal 0.2% Emulsion is a high-strength retinoid serum designed for advanced anti-aging support. Featuring 0.2% retinaldehyde, it delivers vitamin A more effectively than retinol, visibly reducing fine lines, wrinkles, dark spots, and uneven skin tone after just two uses. This lightweight, fast-absorbing emulsion is vegan, cruelty-free, and free from alcohol, oils, silicones, and gluten, making it ideal for experienced retinoid users seeking a clean, potent nighttime skincare solution. ## Description desertcart.com: The Ordinary Retinal 0.2% Emulsion, High-Strength Retinoid Serum for Advanced Anti-Aging Support, 0.5 Fl Oz : Beauty & Personal Care Review: Takes a little time, like any OTC retinoid, but it's incredible. - I was a retinoid latecomer, in fact a latecomer to skincare as a whole, not doing anything special until I was 40. By then some damage had already appeared in the form of noticeably thinning skin (I saw capillaries scattered around my face, and this made me look older than any other sign of aging I was experiencing), fine lines, and discolored spots. I wanted to get on the strongest things I could as soon as possible. I began with The Ordinary's Granactive Retinoid 2% emulsion, because I'd read it was a beginner-friendly gentle option, but I had the goal of jumping to this retinaldehyde emulsion all along. I'm not 28, after all! (I need to emphasize that middle-aged and older women will see more benefits from strong retinoids like this than younger women, like under 35. Y'all have good enough skin that the changes you'll see are less extreme than what we'll see.) My skin is not sensitive, so I was able to upgrade to this retinal just 6 months after using the granactive. I now use it 6 nights out of 7 with no irritation. The 7th night is exfoliation. I'm not saying everyone will be able to do that, but this is gentle enough - in contrast with conventional retinol - that you might. I have somewhat oily skin, which helps; I expect it'd be drying otherwise, and I do have to put on extra moisturizer in the winter. (But don't we all?) I also apply sunscreen to my face every single day without exception. If you use retinoids and you don't do that, you'll regret it and you won't see the benefits of the retinaldehyde because the sun's radiation will undo them. Yes, the product is yellow. Yes, it leaves a faint cast behind. But that's another reason to apply it at night. It may stain your pillows; I haven't really looked at that, but they get stained with sebum, hair product, and sweat anyway... and they're pillows. You rest your head on them for 8 hours. They're not going to be pristine forever. ...In any case, I apply this directly after cleansing, and it takes about a minute to dry on my face. After that I can apply my moisturizer. I have not found that this retinal causes pimples for me at all. I've been a little afraid of TO's squalane retinoid formulations for that reason. This one doesn't cause breakouts for me. In fact, I had a pimple pop up more frequently with the granactive emulsion. I basically have none with this retinal. After not quite a year, it has begun to noticeably smooth the fine lines on my forehead and around my eyes. Honestly, I have to look to even see them now. My skin's texture is smoother, it's thickened enough that I no longer see capillaries scattered on my face, I have hardly any discoloration, it feels silkier, and I can tell the skin is turning over faster, as it should be. If I do develop a bump or blemish of some kind, it's gone within 24 hours, no exceptions. This selfie is what I look like without any makeup, filters, or photo retouching. Yes, I'm 42. Yes, I get unsolicited compliments, for the first time in years. This is a fantastic product, and if you're in the age group of needing it, you have the patience to wait for results, AND you use it correctly (SPF, people, SPF), you should see your face change markedly. I hope The Ordinary never discontinues this, unless it's to introduce a new retinal formula, because I don't want to shell out 5-10 times this price for someone else's retinal. Review: The Good Stuff - The results, quite frankly, left me astonished. I'm a 32 year old male, cystic acne, oily skin, small pours, large hair follicles. I've been going between different retinoid products for several months now, with decent results. I just recently switched to The Ordinary's Retinal, and here's my experience. This stuff is so good, that even two old chicken pock scars from my childhood are significantly faded. For my skin type, it's perfect. I use a very light weight birch sap moisturizer after applying, along with this company's niacinamide, and it simply works magic. My skin feels smoother, is brighter, and way less prone to breakouts. My face rarely sees anything unless I get razor burn. The only con I can think of is that it stains clothes, and makes you look like you're covered in mustard. ## Features - HIGH-STRENGTH RETINOID FORMULA: Retinal 0.2% Emulsion firms and smooths skin after 2 uses, reducing the appearance of dark spots, fine lines, and wrinkles. - ADVANCED AGE SUPPORT: Targets common signs of aging, including crow’s feet, frown lines, forehead wrinkles, and uneven skin tone. - EFFICIENT DELIVERY OF VITAMIN A: Retinaldehyde, is 1 step closer to the bioactive form of Vitamin A than retinol, making it ideal for experienced retinoid users. - APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: Apply a pea-sized amount to clean, dry face and neck in the evening. Start with weekly use, increasing frequency as skin tolerates. Avoid contact with eyes. - FREE FROM: Cruelty-free, gluten-free, vegan, alcohol-free, oil-free, and silicone-free formulation. ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B0CZ5VG3L1 | | Active Ingredients | Retinol, lactic_acid | | Best Sellers Rank | #1,973 in Beauty & Personal Care ( See Top 100 in Beauty & Personal Care ) #57 in Facial Serums | | Brand Name | The Ordinary | | Customer Reviews | 4.6 out of 5 stars 3,477 Reviews | | Global Trade Identification Number | 00769915233353 | | Item Form | Liquid | | Item Volume | 0.5 fluid ounces | | Item Weight | 14 g | | Manufacturer | DECIEM | | Manufacturer Part Number | 769915233353 | | Material Features | Cruelty Free, Vegan | | Material Type Free | Aluminum Free, Coaltar Free, Silicone Free, Sulfate Free | | Model Number | 769915233353 | | Number of Items | 1 | | Product Benefits | Firms and smooths skin, reducing the appearance of dark spots, fine lines, and wrinkles. | | Recommended Uses For Product | Anti-aging | | Scent Name | Fragrance Free | | Skin Tone | All | | Skin Type | All | | Special Ingredients | Retinol | | Target Use Body Part | Face | | UPC | 769915233353 | ## Product Details - **Product Benefits:** Firms and smooths skin, reducing the appearance of dark spots, fine lines, and wrinkles. - **Scent:** Fragrance Free - **Skin Type:** All - **Special Ingredients:** Retinol - **Use for:** Face ## Images ![Retinal 0.2% Emulsion, High-Strength Retinoid Serum for Advanced Anti-Aging Support, 0.5 Fl Oz - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/51kkknfTLIL.jpg) ## Available Options This product comes in different **Size** options. ## Questions & Answers **Q: How does Retinal 0.2% Emulsion support skin concerns?** A: The Ordinary Retinal 0.2% Emulsion targets signs of aging, uneven skin tone, and textural irregularities. This high-strength retinoid formulation helps improve the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles while smoothing the skin’s texture. **Q: When should I use Retinal 0.2% Emulsion?** A: We recommend applying The Ordinary Retinal 0.2% Emulsion in the Treat stage of your PM routine—after water-based serums and before heavier creams. **Q: Can I use Retinal 0.2% Emulsion with other ingredients?** A: The Ordinary Retinal 0.2% Emulsion should not be used with other retinoids, direct acids, or vitamin C. **Q: Is Retinal 0.2% Emulsion suitable for sensitive skin?** A: Advanced retinoid formulations may cause irritation, especially for sensitive skin. We recommend performing a patch test before full application to rule out sensitivity. **Q: Does Retinal 0.2% Emulsion increase sun sensitivity?** A: Yes, this formulation can increase your skin's sensitivity to the sun so we recommend it for PM use only. We strongly advise wearing sunscreen if using this product during the day. ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Takes a little time, like any OTC retinoid, but it's incredible. *by A***. on May 16, 2026* I was a retinoid latecomer, in fact a latecomer to skincare as a whole, not doing anything special until I was 40. By then some damage had already appeared in the form of noticeably thinning skin (I saw capillaries scattered around my face, and this made me look older than any other sign of aging I was experiencing), fine lines, and discolored spots. I wanted to get on the strongest things I could as soon as possible. I began with The Ordinary's Granactive Retinoid 2% emulsion, because I'd read it was a beginner-friendly gentle option, but I had the goal of jumping to this retinaldehyde emulsion all along. I'm not 28, after all! (I need to emphasize that middle-aged and older women will see more benefits from strong retinoids like this than younger women, like under 35. Y'all have good enough skin that the changes you'll see are less extreme than what we'll see.) My skin is not sensitive, so I was able to upgrade to this retinal just 6 months after using the granactive. I now use it 6 nights out of 7 with no irritation. The 7th night is exfoliation. I'm not saying everyone will be able to do that, but this is gentle enough - in contrast with conventional retinol - that you might. I have somewhat oily skin, which helps; I expect it'd be drying otherwise, and I do have to put on extra moisturizer in the winter. (But don't we all?) I also apply sunscreen to my face every single day without exception. If you use retinoids and you don't do that, you'll regret it and you won't see the benefits of the retinaldehyde because the sun's radiation will undo them. Yes, the product is yellow. Yes, it leaves a faint cast behind. But that's another reason to apply it at night. It may stain your pillows; I haven't really looked at that, but they get stained with sebum, hair product, and sweat anyway... and they're pillows. You rest your head on them for 8 hours. They're not going to be pristine forever. ...In any case, I apply this directly after cleansing, and it takes about a minute to dry on my face. After that I can apply my moisturizer. I have not found that this retinal causes pimples for me at all. I've been a little afraid of TO's squalane retinoid formulations for that reason. This one doesn't cause breakouts for me. In fact, I had a pimple pop up more frequently with the granactive emulsion. I basically have none with this retinal. After not quite a year, it has begun to noticeably smooth the fine lines on my forehead and around my eyes. Honestly, I have to look to even see them now. My skin's texture is smoother, it's thickened enough that I no longer see capillaries scattered on my face, I have hardly any discoloration, it feels silkier, and I can tell the skin is turning over faster, as it should be. If I do develop a bump or blemish of some kind, it's gone within 24 hours, no exceptions. This selfie is what I look like without any makeup, filters, or photo retouching. Yes, I'm 42. Yes, I get unsolicited compliments, for the first time in years. This is a fantastic product, and if you're in the age group of needing it, you have the patience to wait for results, AND you use it correctly (SPF, people, SPF), you should see your face change markedly. I hope The Ordinary never discontinues this, unless it's to introduce a new retinal formula, because I don't want to shell out 5-10 times this price for someone else's retinal. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ The Good Stuff *by P***E on July 11, 2026* The results, quite frankly, left me astonished. I'm a 32 year old male, cystic acne, oily skin, small pours, large hair follicles. I've been going between different retinoid products for several months now, with decent results. I just recently switched to The Ordinary's Retinal, and here's my experience. This stuff is so good, that even two old chicken pock scars from my childhood are significantly faded. For my skin type, it's perfect. I use a very light weight birch sap moisturizer after applying, along with this company's niacinamide, and it simply works magic. My skin feels smoother, is brighter, and way less prone to breakouts. My face rarely sees anything unless I get razor burn. The only con I can think of is that it stains clothes, and makes you look like you're covered in mustard. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ A solid step up after The Ordinary’s beginner retinal *by J***H on July 6, 2026* I’d already worked through The Ordinary’s lower-strength retinal products, so this 0.2% felt like a manageable next step rather than a shock. The emulsion is lightweight and absorbs quickly with no greasy residue. Since my skin was already primed, I only noticed slight tightness the first couple of nights, nothing like the flaking first-timers often mention. Within a few weeks, my skin texture looked smoother, tone more even, and fine lines around my eyes softened. Pair it with SPF daily and skip layering with AHA/BHA the same night. Not a starting point if you’ve never used a retinoid, but a great next step once you’ve built up tolerance. ## Frequently Bought Together - The Ordinary Retinal 0.2% Emulsion, High-Strength Retinoid Serum for Advanced Anti-Aging Support, 0.5 Fl Oz - The Ordinary Caffeine Solution 5% + EGCG, Depuffing Eye Serum for Dark Circles and Tired Eyes - The Ordinary Argireline Solution 10%, Serum Good for Reducing the Appearance of Fine Lines, 1 Fl Oz --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.kg/products/617991966-retinal-0-2-emulsion-high-strength-retinoid-serum-for-advanced](https://www.desertcart.kg/products/617991966-retinal-0-2-emulsion-high-strength-retinoid-serum-for-advanced) --- *Product available on Desertcart Kyrgyzstan* *Store origin: KG* *Last updated: 2026-09-07*