The Ordinary Retinol 1% In Squalane

The Ordinary Retinol 1% In Squalane
5.0
/ 10
Moisturizing
0.0 Humectancy icon Humectancy
10.0 Occlusivity icon Occlusivity
10Anti-wrinkle icon/ 10
Anti-wrinkle

Review

Results you may expect from using The Ordinary Retinol 1% In Squalane:

Based on the ingredient analysis by CreamScan, these are the key benefits you can expect from using The Ordinary Retinol 1% In Squalane:

  • Moderate moisturizing. It has a moisturizing rating of 5.0 out of 10.
  • Potent anti-wrinkle effect. With an anti-wrinkle rating of 10.0 out of 10, The Ordinary Retinol 1% In Squalane is highly potent in reducing wrinkles.

How moisturizing is it?

Quite moisturizing: The Ordinary Retinol 1% In Squalane has a moisturizing rating of 5.0 out of 10.

Is it more humectant or occlusive? It is purely occlusive. It has zero Humectancy (we didn't find any humectant ingredients on the ingredient list) and a maximum Occlusivity of 10 out of 10, due to the high content of Squalane (est. ≈55.0%), Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride (est. ≈28.9%) and Simmondsia Chinensis (Jojoba) Seed Oil (est. ≈14.5%).

Please refer to the Ratings section below for details of the moisturizing rating calculation.

Anti-wrinkle efficacy

According to CreamScan analysis, The Ordinary Retinol 1% In Squalane has a maximum anti-wrinkle rating of 10.0 out of 10. It contains one ingredient with proven anti-wrinkle efficacy: Retinol (est. ≈1.0%),
 the most effective non-prescription ingredient with well-proven efficacy to reduce wrinkles.
 

Please refer to the Ratings section below for details of the anti-wrinkle rating calculation.

Ingredients

Est. % Ingredient Origin Functions
55
Squalane
28.9
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
14.5
Simmondsia Chinensis (Jojoba) Seed Oil
1
Retinol
0.3
Solanum Lycopersicum (Tomato) Fruit Extract
0.3
Rosmarinus Officinalis (Rosemary) Leaf Extract
0.3
Hydroxymethoxyphenyl Decanone
0.3
BHT
Est. %
Squalane
Function:
Origin:
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
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Simmondsia Chinensis (Jojoba) Seed Oil
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Retinol
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Solanum Lycopersicum (Tomato) Fruit Extract
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Rosmarinus Officinalis (Rosemary) Leaf Extract
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Hydroxymethoxyphenyl Decanone
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BHT
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Ratings

All humectants
0.0
None
Benchmark
10
All occlusives
98.4
55.0
28.9
14.5
Benchmark
20
Moisturizing rating
5.0
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark Raiting
Humectancy All humectants 0.0 10
0.0
None
Occlusivity All occlusives 98.4 20
10.0
55.0
28.9
14.5
Moisturizing rating
5.0
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark Humectancy
None
All humectants 0.0 10
0.0
All humectants
0.0
None
Benchmark
10
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark Occlusivity
55
28.9
14.5
All occlusives 98.4 20
10.0
All occlusives
98.4
55.0
28.9
14.5
Benchmark
20
Ingredient
Ingredient anti-wrinkle power
when present at, %
in this formula est. %
Rating
10 /10 0.4 1 10
Total
10
Retinol
10
Ingredient anti-wrinkle power
10 /10
when present at, %
0.4
in this formula, est. %
1
Anti-wrinkle rating
10
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark
Rich in Antioxidants
0.3
0.3
0.3
All antioxidants 0.9 3 No
All antioxidants
0.9
Solanum Lycopersicum (Tomato) Fruit Extract
0.3
Rosmarinus Officinalis (Rosemary) Leaf Extract
0.3
BHT
0.3
Benchmark
3
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark
Rich in Soothing
0.3
0.3
All soothing 0.6 5 No
All soothing
0.6
0.3
0.3
Benchmark
5

Ingredients explained

Squalane
Est. %55
Function
Origin
SqualaneAn occlusive moisturizing and emollient compound that forms part of the skin’s sebum. The main source of squalane had always been shark liver. Now, however, it is manufactured synthetically or derived from plant oils, such as olive and peanut oil.
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
Est. %28.9
Function
Origin
Caprylic/Capric TriglycerideA natural occlusive moisturizing and emollient ingredient, it is a blend of glycerin and two fatty acids, caprylic and capric acid. It creates an oil-based protective layer on the skin, thereby preventing water loss.
Simmondsia Chinensis (Jojoba) Seed Oil
Est. %14.5
Function
Origin
Simmondsia Chinensis (Jojoba) Seed OilA liquid plant wax, also known as Jojoba oil, pressed from the seeds of Simmondsia chinensis. These seeds can contain up to 50% of liquid wax. It is used as an occlusive moisturizer, emollient, and emulsifier.
Retinol
Est. %1
Function
Origin
Retinol

One of the most famous and well-researched anti-aging ingredients with a maximum anti-wrinkle power of 10 out of 10. It is proven to decrease wrinkles and help the skin regain its thickness, firmness, and texture. Retinol is also effective in treating pigmentation issues such as dark spots and acne.

Solanum Lycopersicum (Tomato) Fruit Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Solanum Lycopersicum (Tomato) Fruit ExtractA bright red extract obtained from tomato fruit. Its main bioactive compound is lycopene, a powerful antioxidant. It also contains other antioxidants like various phenolic acids and flavonoids.
Rosmarinus Officinalis (Rosemary) Leaf Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Rosmarinus Officinalis (Rosemary) Leaf ExtractA soothing and astringent extract derived from the fragrant, spicy leaves of rosemary. It has strong antioxidant properties. Rosemary extract can reduce signs of inflammation and also acts as an emollient and antimicrobial agent.
Hydroxymethoxyphenyl Decanone
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Hydroxymethoxyphenyl DecanoneDescription is coming soon
BHT
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
BHTAn antioxidant ingredient that naturally occurs in green algae and some bacteria or fungi but, for commercial use, is created synthetically. BHT is also used occasionally as a fragrance, where it presents a sweet, camphor-like odor.