{"id":2713,"date":"2026-04-17T21:34:46","date_gmt":"2026-04-17T21:34:46","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/twinklesbeauty.co\/shop\/the-ordinary-retinol-1-in-squalane\/"},"modified":"2026-04-17T21:34:46","modified_gmt":"2026-04-17T21:34:46","slug":"the-ordinary-retinol-1-in-squalane","status":"publish","type":"product","link":"https:\/\/twinklesbeauty.co\/en-ng\/shop\/the-ordinary-retinol-1-in-squalane\/","title":{"rendered":"The Ordinary Retinol 1% in Squalane Serum"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You have put in the time. You started low, you built your skin\u2019s tolerance through the intermediate phases, and now, you are ready for the pinnacle of over-the-counter anti-aging. When your skin is fully &#8220;retinized&#8221; and requires a highly potent intervention for deep-set wrinkles and severe photo-damage, it is time to graduate to maximum strength. The Ordinary Retinol 1% in Squalane is an exceptionally powerful, clinical-level treatment. Masterfully crafted for advanced skincare users, this high-strength serum forcefully accelerates cellular turnover to aggressively target the most stubborn signs of aging, revealing a dramatically firmer, clearer, and more youthful complexion.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The true brilliance of this maximum-strength formulation lies in its delicate balance between extreme efficacy and protective nourishment. While the full 1% concentration of pure Retinol works vigorously to stimulate collagen and resurface heavily textured skin, it is meticulously suspended in a base of deeply hydrating <\/span><b>Squalane<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. This plant-derived, non-comedogenic lipid mimics your skin\u2019s natural oils, acting as a crucial moisture buffer. It ensures that as you subject your skin to this aggressive anti-aging dose, your delicate lipid barrier remains intensely nourished and shielded against the severe dryness that high-strength Vitamin A typically causes. Vegan, cruelty-free, and undeniably potent, it is the ultimate heavy-duty progression for advanced skin renewal.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><b>The Ordinary Retinol 1% in Squalane Key Benefits<\/b><\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Maximum OTC Strength:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Contains a highly potent 1% concentration of pure Retinol, expertly formulated exclusively for advanced users whose skin has already built a solid tolerance to 0.5% treatments.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Targets Deep Wrinkles:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Powerfully accelerates skin renewal to aggressively soften the appearance of deep-set dynamic wrinkles and significant loss of elasticity.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Profoundly Hydrating Buffer:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Suspended in a luxurious, skin-mimicking Squalane base that locks in moisture and helps offset the extreme peeling associated with maximum-strength retinol.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Fades Severe Discoloration:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Highly effective at visibly improving the appearance of established sun damage, dark age spots, and heavily pigmented post-blemish marks.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Refines Stubborn Texture:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Actively dissolves heavily congested, rough surface layers to reveal a remarkably smooth, clarified, and vibrant complexion.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Water-Free Stability:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Formulated entirely without water or silicones, ensuring the 1% pure Retinol remains highly active and stable from the first drop to the last.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><b>Key Ingredients in The Ordinary Retinol 1% in Squalane<\/b><\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>1% Pure Retinol:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> A highly researched, clinical-strength form of Vitamin A that aggressively stimulates cellular turnover and collagen production for a dramatically smoother, younger-looking complexion.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Squalane:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> A lightweight, non-greasy plant-derived hydrocarbon that provides exceptional hydration and heavily buffers the skin against severe Retinol-induced irritation.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Rosemary Leaf Extract:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> A natural antioxidant that helps to soothe the skin and protect the highly concentrated oil-based formula from degradation and oxidation.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Others:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Caprylic\/Capric Triglyceride, Simmondsia Chinensis (Jojoba) Seed Oil, Solanum Lycopersicum (Tomato) Fruit Extract. <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">(Note: Always check the physical packaging for the most up-to-date ingredient list).<\/span><\/i><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><b>How to Use The Ordinary Retinol 1% in Squalane<\/b><\/p>\n<p><b>Step 1: Cleanse and Dry<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Begin your evening routine by washing your face with a gentle cleanser. Ensure your skin is <\/span><b>completely, absolutely dry<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> before application, as moisture forces high-strength Retinol to penetrate too rapidly, causing severe irritation.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Step 2: Apply Sparingly<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Dispense a very small amount (2\u20133 drops max) onto your fingertips and pat onto the face in the evening. Strictly avoid the delicate eye area, nostrils, and lips.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Step 3: Layer Correctively<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Use this serum after your lightweight water-based treatments. Follow up with a highly reparative, heavy nighttime moisturizer to seal the skin barrier.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Step 4: Protect Your Progress<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Because this is a maximum-strength dose of Retinol, your skin will be highly vulnerable to UV rays. <\/span><b>Daily application of a broad-spectrum SPF 50 sunscreen is absolutely mandatory<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> the following morning to protect your newly resurfaced skin from immediate damage.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><b>Important Note<\/b><\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Refrigerate After Opening:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> This product contains a high concentration of pure Retinol, which is extremely sensitive to heat and light. You must store the bottle in the refrigerator once opened to preserve its potency.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Night Use Only:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Retinol degrades rapidly in sunlight; use exclusively as part of your PM skincare routine.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Do Not Combine:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Do not use in the same routine as other Retinoids, Vitamin C, or strong direct acids (Glycolic, Salicylic, Lactic).<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Pregnancy Warning:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> It is strongly recommended to avoid all retinoid products during pregnancy or while breastfeeding.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><b>FAQs<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><b>Should I start with this 1% formula to get faster results?<\/b> Absolutely not.<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> If you have never used Retinol, jumping straight to 1% will likely cause severe chemical burns, intense peeling, redness, and a compromised skin barrier. You must start with <a href=\"https:\/\/twinklesbeauty.co\/en-ng\/shop\/the-ordinary-retinol-0-2-in-squalane\/\">the <\/a><\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">0.2%<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, graduate to <a href=\"https:\/\/twinklesbeauty.co\/en-ng\/shop\/the-ordinary-retinol-0-5-in-squalane\/\">the <\/a><\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">0.5%<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, and only use this <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1%<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> once your skin has fully adapted.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>I used the 0.5% without issues. Will I purge or peel with the 1%?<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> It is highly likely. The jump from 0.5% to 1% is significant. Your skin will go through another adjustment period. Expect mild to moderate flaking and localized dryness as the maximum strength aggressively accelerates cellular turnover.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>How often should I apply this clinical strength?<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Even if you used the 0.5% every night, drop back to using this 1% formula just 1 to 2 times a week initially. Listen to your skin. Once it shows it can handle the stronger dose without severe irritation, gradually increase usage.<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Reach the pinnacle of over-the-counter skin renewal with <\/span>The Ordinary Retinol 1% in Squalane<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. Designed strictly as the ultimate graduation step for advanced skincare users, this highly potent, clinical-strength pure Retinol serum aggressively targets deep-set wrinkles, severe photo-damage, and highly stubborn texture. Masterfully suspended in a deeply hydrating, plant-derived Squalane base, it delivers maximum anti-aging results while working hard to buffer the skin against severe irritation. Vegan, water-free, and undeniably powerful, it is the ultimate science-backed essential for a dramatically firmer, smoother, and completely revitalized complexion.<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"featured_media":2714,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","template":"","meta":{"_kad_post_transparent":"","_kad_post_title":"","_kad_post_layout":"","_kad_post_sidebar_id":"","_kad_post_content_style":"","_kad_post_vertical_padding":"","_kad_post_feature":"","_kad_post_feature_position":"","_kad_post_header":false,"_kad_post_footer":false,"_kad_post_classname":""},"product_brand":[1294],"product_cat":[662,1070,667],"product_tag":[2434,2435,2384,2424,1910],"class_list":{"0":"post-2713","1":"product","2":"type-product","3":"status-publish","4":"has-post-thumbnail","6":"product_brand-the-ordinary","7":"product_cat-skincare","8":"product_cat-anti-aging-products","9":"product_cat-face-serums","10":"product_tag-deep-fine-lines","11":"product_tag-severe-uneven-skin-texture","12":"product_tag-signs-of-aging","13":"product_tag-stubborn-discoloration","14":"product_tag-wrinkles","15":"pa_formula-type-face-serum","16":"pa_formula-type-high-strength","17":"pa_formula-type-oil-based","18":"pa_formula-type-water-free","19":"pa_key-ingredient-retinol","20":"pa_key-ingredient-squalane","21":"pa_key-ingredient-vitamin-a","22":"pa_skin-type-advanced-skin","23":"pa_skin-type-aging-skin","24":"pa_skin-type-dry-skin","25":"pa_skin-type-normal-skin","27":"first","28":"instock","29":"sale","30":"shipping-taxable","31":"purchasable","32":"product-type-simple","33":"entry","34":"content-bg","35":"loop-entry"},"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/twinklesbeauty.co\/en-ng\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/product\/2713","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/twinklesbeauty.co\/en-ng\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/product"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/twinklesbeauty.co\/en-ng\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/product"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/twinklesbeauty.co\/en-ng\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=2713"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/twinklesbeauty.co\/en-ng\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/2714"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/twinklesbeauty.co\/en-ng\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=2713"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"product_brand","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/twinklesbeauty.co\/en-ng\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/product_brand?post=2713"},{"taxonomy":"product_cat","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/twinklesbeauty.co\/en-ng\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/product_cat?post=2713"},{"taxonomy":"product_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/twinklesbeauty.co\/en-ng\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/product_tag?post=2713"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}