Description
The Ordinary Retinol 0.2% in Squalane is a water-free, oil-based serum from The Ordinary’s retinoid lineup, made for shoppers who are just starting a retinol routine. The Ordinary Retinol 0.2% in Squalane Packaged in a 30ml bottle and listed on Byamber.pk for the Pakistani market, it pairs 0.2% pure retinol with squalane to ease first-time users into vitamin A skincare.
The Ordinary Retinol 0.2% in Squalane describes this as an entry-level formulation within its three-strength retinol range, sitting below the 0.5% and 1% versions. The brand’s own guidance is to begin with the 0.2% strength and only move up to a stronger concentration once the skin has built tolerance. This makes the product a starting point rather than a maintenance-strength treatment for shoppers already experienced with retinoids.
The Ordinary Retinol 0.2% in Squalane Features
The Ordinary Retinol 0.2% in Squalane is built around a short, deliberately simple ingredient list. The formula is water-free, alcohol-free, and silicone-free, and it is also vegan, gluten-free, and cruelty-free according to the brand. It is not an oil-free formula, since squalane and jojoba seed oil form the base of the serum.
- 0.2% retinol concentration, the mildest strength in The Ordinary’s retinol range
- Water-free, anhydrous serum format
- Squalane base for surface-level hydration support
- Antioxidant plant extracts included to help support formula stability
- 30ml bottle size
Product Details
The Ordinary Retinol 0.2% in Squalane has no added fragrance, so there are no fragrance notes to list — the formula is built purely around its active and supporting ingredients rather than a scent profile. Texturally, it applies as a lightweight, oil-based liquid rather than a watery essence, which is typical of The Ordinary’s anhydrous retinol serums. It is sold as a single 30ml glass dropper bottle within the Skin Care category on Byamber.pk.
The Ordinary Retinol 0.2% in Squalane Product Information
- Brand: The Ordinary
- Product type: Retinol serum
- Size: 30ml
- Format: Water-free, anhydrous serum
- Key actives: Retinol, Squalane
- Category: Skin Care
Who May Prefer This Product?
Based on the brand’s own positioning, this serum is suited to people trying retinol for the first time and looking for a lower-strength entry point before moving to higher concentrations. The Ordinary lists it as suited for dry skin and formulated to target early signs of aging, textural irregularities, and uneven tone. It is not positioned as an acne treatment, and it should not be paired with other retinoid products in the same routine.
How to Use
According to The Ordinary’s official usage guidance, this serum is meant for evening use only. Apply a few drops to the face after cleansing, and avoid combining it with other retinoid products in the same routine. Daytime sun protection is recommended whenever a retinoid is part of the routine, since retinoids can increase the skin’s sensitivity to UV exposure. Patch testing before first use is advised, and the bottle should be refrigerated once opened. If irritation occurs, the brand’s guidance is to stop use and consult a physician. The product should not be used during pregnancy or while breastfeeding, and it should be kept out of reach of children.
Ingredients
Squalane, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Simmondsia Chinensis (Jojoba) Seed Oil, Retinol, Solanum Lycopersicum (Tomato) Fruit Extract, Rosmarinus Officinalis (Rosemary) Leaf Extract, Hydroxymethoxyphenyl Decanone, BHT.
Product Size and Specifications
- Brand: The Ordinary
- Product name: Retinol 0.2% in Squalane
- Type: Retinol serum
- Size: 30ml
- SKU: BA-141
- Category: Skin Care
Why Order from Byamber.pk?
Byamber.pk offers cash on delivery across all cities in Pakistan, along with WhatsApp ordering for shoppers who prefer to confirm details before checkout. Orders can also be placed directly through the website’s add-to-cart checkout, and the store provides nationwide delivery with customer support available for order-related questions.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q 1: What strength of retinol does this serum contain?
A: It contains 0.2% retinol, the mildest concentration in The Ordinary’s retinol range.
Q 2: Is this serum suitable for first-time retinol users?
A: The Ordinary positions this as its entry-level retinol formula, meant as a starting point before moving to higher strengths.
Q 3: When should this serum be applied?
A: It is intended for evening use only, applied after cleansing and before heavier products.
Q 4: Can it be used with other retinoid products?
A: No. The brand advises against combining it with other retinoid or retinol products in the same routine.
Q 5: Does this serum contain fragrance?
A: No fragrance is listed in the ingredients, so it has no added scent.
Q 6: How should the bottle be stored?
A: It should be refrigerated once opened, per the brand’s storage guidance.
Shoppers researching a first retinol serum in Pakistan can order this 30ml bottle directly through Byamber.pk with cash on delivery and nationwide shipping. Backed by a short, water-free ingredient list and the brand’s own beginner-strength positioning, it remains a straightforward pick for anyone starting out with The Ordinary Retinol 0.2% in Squalane.











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