Best OTC RETINAL SERUMS 2024 - Best Retinol For Anti Aging

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  • The best OTC retinal 2024 for maximum anti-aging skincare results. Best retinol for you and a look at the best retinal serums in skincare - The Ordinary Retinal, Geek & Gorgeous and Medik8
    Hey guys and welcome back to Mad About Skin where in todays video I want to share with you the best retinoid serums 2024 and the best retinal for your anti aging skincare routine. Ranking retinol serums and working out which is the best OTC retinol for ant-ageing.
    When it comes to smoothing out fine lines and wrinkles there is no better ingredient then retinoids. There are some wonderful prescription strength retinoids like tretinoin, but for ease of access I believe retinal gives you the best anti-aging results with the minimum risk of sensitivity and irritation.
    We take a look at the drugstore retinol serums vs the luxury skincare ones to find out which works the best.
    In this video we rank the bestselling anti aging serums to work out which is the best for your skin care routine.
    If you enjoyed this video and would like to see more like it then please let me know by giving it a thumbs up and a like and please share with me your favourite retinol serums in the comment below.
    Products Mentioned:
    Medik8 Crystal Retinal 10
    go.shopmy.us/p-633141
    Geek and Gorgeous A-Game 10
    go.shopmy.us/p-595920
    The Ordinary Retinal 0.2% Emulsion (Launching 12th March)
    US: tidd.ly/3IzAYDE
    UK: tidd.ly/3Tw44db
    Europe: tidd.ly/3VcNEHY
    Canada: tidd.ly/43bLpGQ
    Rest Of World: Use US link and then select individual country from the drop down at the bottom of the web page.
    Timestamps:
    00:00 start
    01:57 retinal vs retinol
    04:04 medik8 crystal retinal review
    08:00 the ordinary retinal 0.2 emulsion review
    11:01 geek and gorgeous a-game review
    13:43 best retinol 2024
    Videos Mentioned:
    The Ordinary Retinal Review
    • ULTIMATE RETINAL SERUM...
    Wherever you are in the world I hope you are keeping safe and well and I look forward to seeing you in the next video
    xx
    Mad About Skin
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    #skincare #antiaging #retinol
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  • @MadAboutSkin
    @MadAboutSkin  21 день тому +6

    Hey guys and welcome to todays video where we are announcing the worlds best retinoid 2024 - what is your favourite, let me know in the comments below.. love you all x

    • @carolynshea3760
      @carolynshea3760 21 день тому

      I prefer Avene! (Retinal)

    • @rebeccazapata3574
      @rebeccazapata3574 16 днів тому

      I’m using Murad Retinal now. How do this ones compare? Looking for options.

  • @denisebissell5875
    @denisebissell5875 21 день тому +36

    I don’t care about the package anymore. Money very tight with inflation.

    • @MadAboutSkin
      @MadAboutSkin  21 день тому +6

      I agree that some of the best formulations are at the drugstore and we all have to watch the pennies these days.. love x

  • @adamsterdam9049
    @adamsterdam9049 21 день тому +18

    I hope GG will release an A game "20" at some point

    • @MadAboutSkin
      @MadAboutSkin  20 днів тому +3

      OMG that would be amazing and I think they will in the coming months.. love x

  • @Headloss
    @Headloss 21 день тому +12

    I spent 3weeks on aGame10 as my 1st retinal/retinol & had zero issues, then dived straight into Ordinary Retinal and havent looked back. My skin just responds amazingly to it and has never looked and felt so good, at 43. Zero adult acne, prev scars and hyperpigmentation have faded or gone, skin is glowing, bouncy and even. Holy grail.

    • @theyneedhelp5005
      @theyneedhelp5005 20 днів тому

      Wow. Dovrò.provare 😊

    • @noorzia8614
      @noorzia8614 20 днів тому +1

      Which ordinary retinol do you use...?

    • @agiles6483
      @agiles6483 20 днів тому +2

      I appreciate The Ordinary adding to their retinoids with retinal. I am unable to understand why they started with 0.20%, which is the highest Medik8 comes in. I wish for The Ordinary to have started with a range of percentages. When comparing prices: 30ml of 0.20% of TO (2 vials) is $30USD and 30ml of 0.20% of the Medik8 20 is $120 USD, or four times as much.
      I use Beauty of Joseon Revive Eye Serum 0.02% and ❤Geek and Gorgeous 5 and 10, the 0.05% for my neck and 0.10% for my face.

    • @Headloss
      @Headloss 20 днів тому

      @@noorzia8614 0.2% Retinal Emulsion

    • @MadAboutSkin
      @MadAboutSkin  20 днів тому

      Oh thats amazing and I am so so glad the ordinary one is working so well for you.. its strong but if your skin can tolerate it then it delivers such great results.. x

  • @Weeflowerofscotland
    @Weeflowerofscotland 20 днів тому +4

    I have never cared about packaging. As long as the ingredients inside does what it claims to do. ❤

    • @MadAboutSkin
      @MadAboutSkin  20 днів тому +1

      Its all about the formulation for sure but I think sometimes ease of use comes into it too and packaging plays a part in that.. sending love x

  • @snowyfall753
    @snowyfall753 8 днів тому

    Used Ordinary retinal for about 1.5 months, used retinol before. It did not help with my acne as retinol did. Started to get pimples here and there after a while. Not like purging, more like I had no remedy at all. Used more than one "bottle", but no difference. No irritation at all. I started to use a-game this week, so only 3 days of usage, little early to tell, but the acne I have started to shrink, acne that were started to pop up has slowed down and no new clusters so far. It looks promising so far, seems to get the effect that got from retinol but without irritation (so far).
    I am not just using it for getting rid of acne, but also for some acne scars that will take years of usage to get rid of. It would be horrible if you would use a product for years and it had no effect, so I cannot continue to use the Ordinary one if I don't see an effect on preventing acne as it would be too long time time and potential wasted time to evaluate it for scars. If a game works for preventing acne at least I would know that the formula is working.
    Retinal is very unstable and is why there are few products out there compared to retinol. You want a brand that is successful stabilizing it, but hard for a consumer to know...

  • @violindylan
    @violindylan 21 день тому +2

    I second the feel of the Medik8 being divine. Thanks for the personal note that came with my MAS skin perfecting peptide serums, Rob- my skin is loving it, it is very hydrating and sinks into the skin beautifully ❤

    • @MadAboutSkin
      @MadAboutSkin  20 днів тому

      Yay I am so so glad you are loving the products, thank you so much for your support of the brand, it means a lot to me.. love x

  • @maryherbert2839
    @maryherbert2839 20 днів тому +2

    I love Geek and Gorgeous products, thanks to your recommendation.❤️

    • @MadAboutSkin
      @MadAboutSkin  20 днів тому

      I love them too as a brand I think they are just wonderful.. love x

  • @karlaanderson949
    @karlaanderson949 День тому

    Thank you so much for reviewing these three products! They are the exact ones I’ve been looking at. You were so helpful :)

  • @paulinemaxton2938
    @paulinemaxton2938 21 день тому +2

    This lighting is great ❤

  • @TwoSeasons3396
    @TwoSeasons3396 20 днів тому

    Love the bling on the Medik8 ❤

    • @MadAboutSkin
      @MadAboutSkin  20 днів тому

      Haha I loved it when they sent it to me.. I have been buying it for years and so it was so kind of them to send me this one.. love x

  • @vacationeyes6430
    @vacationeyes6430 21 день тому +3

    I love the Geek and Gorgeous ones. It actually gave me glass skin. The ordinary retinal serum is probably one of the best launches since acquisition. I don't like Estee Lauder owning them but thank God they didn't run it to the ground.

    • @MadAboutSkin
      @MadAboutSkin  21 день тому +1

      Oh I am so so glad its working for you hun and I agree with the ordinary I think the esteemed Lauder acquisition actually made them better which shocked me x

  • @JuanDiaz-be2pr
    @JuanDiaz-be2pr 20 днів тому

    I’m trying The Ordinary as I have been using Retinol. Thanks for letting us know about your options.

    • @MadAboutSkin
      @MadAboutSkin  20 днів тому

      Its my pleasure hun and thank you so much for watching.. love x

  • @terinaobrien8245
    @terinaobrien8245 20 днів тому

    ❤ thanks for this - I’m using up some retinol and can’t wait to get into the retinals, your videos on this have been really helpful

    • @MadAboutSkin
      @MadAboutSkin  20 днів тому

      Yay I am so so glad the video was useful, thank you so much for watching. love x

  • @Linda1969
    @Linda1969 20 днів тому

    Hard core devotee here, now using the Ordinary. Previous user of geek and gorgeous 10 for last couple of years. Love both products.

    • @MadAboutSkin
      @MadAboutSkin  20 днів тому +1

      I agree both are so so good and I just hope G&G come out with a stronger version in the coming months.. love x

  • @Freespirit1974
    @Freespirit1974 20 днів тому +1

    Definitely trying the GG!!!! Thank you!!! ❤❤❤❤

    • @MadAboutSkin
      @MadAboutSkin  20 днів тому

      I hope it works really well for you hun.. love x

  • @nyssamo9302
    @nyssamo9302 9 днів тому

    Geek & gorgeous ❤ although I'll try the TO one when I've worked through my current A Game stock... also love your retinal mixed with body moisturizer. When you come out with a body moisturizer you should really sell them as a set as well 😊

  • @Paintedmyst75
    @Paintedmyst75 20 днів тому +1

    I will definitely take a look at these. For now I've been enjoying Be The Skin's Vegan Retinal Bakuchiol Serum. I recommend it.

    • @MadAboutSkin
      @MadAboutSkin  20 днів тому

      Oh I will have to check that one out, thank you for the recommendation.. love x

  • @amandaconley3941
    @amandaconley3941 15 днів тому

    ♥ I've been trying as many retinoids as I can, but out of these three have only tried The Ordinary so far. I like the small container for travel and I like the fact that I can pick it up at my local Sephora. I'd love to try the Medik8 next. I'm fighting an uphill battle against age and hyperpigmentation/melasma and trying to decide if I just need a prescription retinoid. Thanks for another fun and interesting video! You always make me smile!

  • @mammuchan8923
    @mammuchan8923 20 днів тому

    Love your videos, very relaxing while we learn. I do use Differin for the rate break outs that seem to be gaining momentum and need to be nipped in the bud. I don’t really like it though as it stings and makes my skin feel prickly. Luckily Hero Mighty Pimple Patches came to the rescue, one maybe 2 nights then sorted. The only product I have with Retinol is the Hada Labo Super Hydrating Lotion (gifted) which does contain Retinol. I don’t use it often though and I am not really sure what results to expect from it. I will read up some more on it. Take care 💜

  • @karenhecht2342
    @karenhecht2342 20 днів тому +2

    G&G all the way. Love the product & the price❤️❤️

  • @tmc7903
    @tmc7903 19 днів тому

    I used a low strength No. 7 retinol for a while but my sensitive skin didn't like it.
    Then I moved on to the ordinary granactive retanoid emulsion but I wasn't sure if I was getting much benefit from it.
    I'm currently using Beauty of Joseon retinal eye serum as a full face serum and my skin seems to like it. I think it's only 0.02% retinal though.
    I might try the 0.05% geek and gorgeous next and see how I tolerate it.
    Great video as always Rob, love having a cup of coffee and listening to you talk skincare 👍

  • @Marge-
    @Marge- 20 днів тому

    I’ve actually recently started using your Ultimate Anti-Ageing Oil after switching from tretinoin & I absolutely love love love it. It’s gentle on the skin & I wake up with refreshed & refined skin. Beautiful! Also loving your copper peptides. Thanks for sending package again after first one got lost ❤

    • @MadAboutSkin
      @MadAboutSkin  20 днів тому

      Oh thats amazing and I am so so glad its working so well for you hun :) your support means a lot to me.. love xx

  • @marisolselloff3719
    @marisolselloff3719 20 днів тому +1

    Thanks for introducing me to geek and gorgeous, definitely helped my under eyes, I will continue to use this forever, they better never discontinue it, it's such a fear of finding something that works. Patience though, it started working about mid way through my second bottle.

    • @MadAboutSkin
      @MadAboutSkin  20 днів тому

      Yay I am so so glad its working so well for you hun :) thank you so much for sharing your thoughts on it and sending you lots of love x

    • @leeck5491
      @leeck5491 17 днів тому

      May I ask what do you use on your face?

  • @claudiadavies5110
    @claudiadavies5110 20 днів тому

    Adore and use Geek & Gorgeous A Game 10, and wanted to move to the higher strength Retinal, so I loved that you introduced me to K Secret Seoul 1988 2% and absolutely no irritation at all, but it's too soon to see results except for a bit of extra glow 😊😊😊

    • @MadAboutSkin
      @MadAboutSkin  20 днів тому +1

      Oh thats amazing and I am so so glad its working for you hun.. sending love x

  • @sarkahalastova9667
    @sarkahalastova9667 20 днів тому

    I am on my second bottle of Geek & Gorgeous and ready to order again. The formulation is pure delight! Value for the price is unbeatable, especially where I live here in Europe because postage is cheap.

    • @MadAboutSkin
      @MadAboutSkin  20 днів тому +1

      I agree, the postage is great and they get it to you so so fast, I dont know how they do it lol.. love x

  • @gayleappleby8418
    @gayleappleby8418 19 днів тому

    There is also Truology’s retinal serum which is very nice and cruelty free. Thanks for another great video , Rob! I always enjoy them.

    • @MadAboutSkin
      @MadAboutSkin  19 днів тому

      thank you so so much hun and thank you for the suggestion I will check it out.. love x

  • @user-ox6ef4ti7c
    @user-ox6ef4ti7c 20 днів тому

    Hi Rob, I use your retinal and very happy thank you. Also I have been using your sunscreen and oh boy my skin is fantastic. Glowing, clear etc. I put one layer on wait 5 minutes and put another layer on. Not sure whats in it but my skin is fantastic. Don’t even need a moisturiser in the mornings now. Thank you very much.

    • @MadAboutSkin
      @MadAboutSkin  20 днів тому +1

      Oh thank you so so much for this comment which has put a massive smile on my face :) I am delighted its working so well for you hun and thank you so much for your support.. I cant wait for it to be back in stock in the new packaging in the next month :) love xx

  • @Cristina_Dhyan-S.
    @Cristina_Dhyan-S. 20 днів тому

    Hi Robert .. I tried the three of them! Medik8 is great (I used the 10 and 20 .. I struggled with the 20 because is thicker and needs to layered on a slightly wet skin) but the AGame 10 G&G is fantastic to use and spread on my face .. I have recently used the Ordinary one .. I like it very much but I still need to spread it on slightly wet skin .. still struggling to calculate the right quantity of water before spreading it ! I like the Ordinary one but it finishes quickly !
    I always get super helpful information from you .. Thanks you so much for your videos ! 🥰

  • @melrussell7830
    @melrussell7830 20 днів тому

    Thank you for all of these reviews they are really helpful advice 😊 and I needed more Geek and Gorgeous vitamin C so I’ve ordered G&G retinal to try 💕

    • @MadAboutSkin
      @MadAboutSkin  20 днів тому +1

      My pleasure hun and thank you so so much for watching.. love x

  • @suehales1557
    @suehales1557 20 днів тому

    Love this. Agree with choices after trying several brands. I use medik8 cleansers toners moisturizers but toggle between these two top notch optiins. Find they both workable news a s s balance. Won't be returning vibrations anytime soon as skin shows me it loves retinal. Thanks as always xx

    • @MadAboutSkin
      @MadAboutSkin  20 днів тому

      my pleasure hun and thank you so much for watching and sharing your thoughts x

  • @morana0
    @morana0 20 днів тому +3

    I love you so much because of your honesty. I always click Like on your videos, even if a subject maybe is not for me. I do that just because I would like for you to stay so independent and true to your self and if that is the way we can help to you and your chanel then that is what I will continue to do 😊

    • @MadAboutSkin
      @MadAboutSkin  20 днів тому +2

      Oh thank you so so much hun, your kind words and support mean so much to me.. sending you lots of love x

    • @morana0
      @morana0 20 днів тому

      @@MadAboutSkin
      Thank you very much for finding the time to answer to my comment. I have a biggest possible smile on my face at the moment 😀

  • @AntonandSinan
    @AntonandSinan 21 день тому +4

    Salut Rob, after using G&G for a year, my skin plateaued and I switched to the Ordinary. Goodness, it’s stronger! Smaller yes, but it’s the first one that gave me a little bit of purging, which never happened with the lower strength granactive retinioid and then G&G retinal that I used prior. The skin stabilised now, but they aren’t joking when it comes to strength huh. Thanks for the video 😊 and greetings from France!
    Ps. It seems TO one is more hydrating than G&G.

  • @nicola4543
    @nicola4543 21 день тому

    Hi Rob, think I will get Geek low dosage to get used to it as bought the Ordinary, but after your advice will not go into using it straight away! Thank you for another great video x

    • @MadAboutSkin
      @MadAboutSkin  21 день тому

      My pleasure hun and I think the low dose G&G is a wonderful place to start your retinoid journey for sure.. love x

  • @Borneo1834
    @Borneo1834 21 день тому +2

    Hi Rob, as usual I want to express my appreciation for your competence, your ethics and generosity in sharing with us your knowledge 👍🏻About six months ago I switched from retinol to retinal. I'm using Medik8 ❤ and I totally agree with you: I'm very satisfied with the results, my skin is smoother and more toned, the pores appear reduced and the complexion is more uniform, without any sign of irritation or dryness. It also goes perfectly with MAS Peptide Serum 😉

    • @jcrider392
      @jcrider392 21 день тому +1

      Yes, he doesn't get enough recognition for his standards. Glad we're letting him know though. Love our little furry friends. Am I terrible for rather having them test on humans if they insist they must do one or the other?

  • @Poshella7575
    @Poshella7575 20 днів тому

    🧡 I was a G&G retinal gal till I swapped to MAS retinal, which I’m still using & is lovely 🤗 xx

    • @MadAboutSkin
      @MadAboutSkin  20 днів тому +1

      Yay I am so so glad its working so well in your skincare routine :) thank you so much for supporting the brand and sending you so so much love x

  • @lollygaggins6316
    @lollygaggins6316 20 днів тому

    I have really sensitive skin, so I had to start really slow, and I’m poor. 😜 I like the Naturium Retinaldehyde Cream Serum. I started with the .05% and have worked my way up to the .10%. It took me nearly a year and a half, but I can finally use it every night, and am just now beginning to be able to use it more on my neck. I plan on trying The Ordinary’s .20% one day, but I’m going to wait awhile and then slowly ease it in.

  • @user-zc1su3yg8j
    @user-zc1su3yg8j 20 днів тому +1

    ❤ live medik8, I have been using it for 3 years, started with the 0.6 and now use the 20, I have never had any reaction to it even when moving up a strength, I also love their crystal retinol eye serum, now I use tretinoin but use the medik8 on my neck and hands, I wouldn't be without it, I know it's expensive but 1 tube lasts a long time so I think it is worth it. Sending you lots of love and thanks for the videos

    • @MadAboutSkin
      @MadAboutSkin  20 днів тому

      I agree with you hun, its a little pricy but you do get a lot of uses out of it which is nice and I think its a greta product with lots of innovation.. sending you so much love x

  • @markvincent5241
    @markvincent5241 21 день тому

    I'm using geek and gorgeous a game 1 and midik8 6 crystal retinal face and eye serum. Love both products. Medik8 is the better product but way more expensive. Love to try the ordinary but would be beneficial if they did something in the middle strength wise. 1 and 1.5 would be great. I'd imagine they would sell very well.

  • @gabriellajuhasz01
    @gabriellajuhasz01 21 день тому +4

    Love Geek and Gorgeous ❤

  • @BIRDY_GIRL49
    @BIRDY_GIRL49 21 день тому

    I use Medik8 every night; LOVE it! Scent and texture are beautiful 😍
    Smart and fun video, thank you!

    • @MadAboutSkin
      @MadAboutSkin  21 день тому

      Thank you so much hun and I agree with you the scent of the medik8 is just gorgeous x

    • @olga_b344
      @olga_b344 20 днів тому +1

      What strength do u use every night? X

    • @BIRDY_GIRL49
      @BIRDY_GIRL49 20 днів тому

      @@olga_b344 I am still using the Retinal 6 at this time, but I'll be moving up to the Retinal 10 in a couple of weeks. Not one bit of redness or irritation. Beautiful formula.

  • @foz2071
    @foz2071 19 днів тому

    Great video. I completely agree with the one con for Geek and Gorg. I wish they did a higher strength just so I could try it out. Otherwise it wins hands down. I don't see the point of Medik8 because it contains fragrance which risks sensitivity and irritation, even if it makes you feel good. They need to put out a fragrance free one but even then I can't justify paying 60 something pounds for it (just yet!). Should adding a few more ingredients like fragrance make something so much more expensive, and by that I mean the 0.1% strength Medik8 compared to the G&G 0.1%? Love your videos! X

  • @rehab2see
    @rehab2see 20 днів тому +1

    The Medik8 retinaldehyde is a wonderful product. I love the eye cream!! Highly recommend.

    • @MadAboutSkin
      @MadAboutSkin  20 днів тому

      I love the eye cream, your right its such a good product.. love x

    • @Fakeindian
      @Fakeindian 14 днів тому

      But their stuff is so pricey😕Would love to try their eye products

  • @cabarnone
    @cabarnone 21 день тому +1

    Love Medik8!

    • @MadAboutSkin
      @MadAboutSkin  21 день тому

      Same hun, I just love the lux feeling of it.. love x

  • @maritgranstromstudley208
    @maritgranstromstudley208 20 днів тому

    Again...thanks for a fabulous video ❤ i use the ordinary 0.2 and really like it. I have used retinoids forever, had geek and gorgeous come in stronger than 0.1 I'd have liked to try it though. Xxx

    • @MadAboutSkin
      @MadAboutSkin  20 днів тому +1

      Thank you so so much hun, your support means a lot to me.. I wish they would come out with a stronger one too as I would buy it in an instant.. love x

  • @alainaartiles165
    @alainaartiles165 21 день тому +1

    The geek and gorgeous is great I use it for my neck and my kp arms, I use tretinoin on my face and I used the mad about skin oil in my stretch marks from pregnancy it has made a huge difference. Thank you so much.

    • @theyneedhelp5005
      @theyneedhelp5005 20 днів тому

      Mi scusi, cos'è tretinoin? Mai sentito, mai trovato. Grazie 😊

    • @sookibeulah9331
      @sookibeulah9331 20 днів тому

      @@theyneedhelp5005​​⁠​⁠​⁠​⁠Tretnoin is prescription retinoid. It’s true Retin A and can make a huge difference but can only be perceived by a Dr. and some people can’t tolerate it, even at a low dose.

    • @MadAboutSkin
      @MadAboutSkin  20 днів тому

      My pleasure hun and I agree with you I think for KP its one of the best as its so hydrating too.. love x

  • @rebeccahoward3464
    @rebeccahoward3464 20 днів тому

    ❤ I really like the Naturium retinaldehyde serum since I can just go to a Target and pick it up (I live in the states).

    • @MadAboutSkin
      @MadAboutSkin  20 днів тому

      I agree I think its such a nice product and I love that it now comes in two strengths.. love x

  • @MarionMM
    @MarionMM 20 днів тому

    I can't wait to try the ordinary product. I currently have medik8 .1% and I love the smell and I hate fragranced products. I also have the allies of skin retinal & peptides repair night cream, which I use more often but I think it is time to phase it out as it is only a .05% compared to the .2% of the ordinary or the most potent medik8.

    • @MadAboutSkin
      @MadAboutSkin  20 днів тому

      I agree the ordinary is the best when it comes to max strength.. love x

  • @MyLoVeLyMaN
    @MyLoVeLyMaN 20 днів тому

    I've been using Differin for acne and never felt interest in trying cosmetic ones, I guess at least something good out form having blemishes :D ...works well and hard to beat the price (I get it through the GP) and it's not overly aggressive

    • @MadAboutSkin
      @MadAboutSkin  20 днів тому

      thank you so much for watching and sharing your thoughts x

  • @anniesmolkin7685
    @anniesmolkin7685 20 днів тому

    I am currently using the retinal by ksecret which you recommended and I am loving. I also have a serum by Masque bar my ingredients it's Retinol in squalane I am obsessed with because of the squalane I think . Squalane is amazing !

    • @MadAboutSkin
      @MadAboutSkin  20 днів тому

      yay I am so so glad its working so well for you hun. sending love x

  • @KantiUniverse
    @KantiUniverse 22 години тому

    How these products compare to other famous retinal serums out there like: Maelove, KSecret and Naturium? Please make a retinal video comparing all options in the market and classify them by strength % 😊

  • @martinprice1869
    @martinprice1869 21 день тому +7

    Geek and Gorgeous❤

    • @MadAboutSkin
      @MadAboutSkin  21 день тому +1

      Same hun I think its such a wonderful product for the price xx

  • @jonnyt159
    @jonnyt159 21 день тому

    Hi rob, I go between g&g and medic8. I was wondering if you had any thoughts on retiño ate? Thanks for all your hard work!

    • @MadAboutSkin
      @MadAboutSkin  20 днів тому

      Hi hun, thanks for watching.. I love it but I think my skin just likes retinal that little bit more.. love x

  • @bumblebeemer
    @bumblebeemer 20 днів тому

    I just cracked open a new release: Be the Skin retinal, and love it so far! High potency, feels super nice, and has other good stuff like peptides and ceramides in it. Can't speak to price--I got it as a GWP, so here's hoping it's not expensive lol!

    • @MadAboutSkin
      @MadAboutSkin  20 днів тому

      Oh thank you for the heads up I will have to check this one out.. love x

  • @andreazumbahlen7158
    @andreazumbahlen7158 20 днів тому

    Medik8 is amazing! I love the smell of it. I just ran out of mine. I just wish it wasn’t so expensive 😭

    • @MadAboutSkin
      @MadAboutSkin  20 днів тому +1

      I know what you mean its gorgeous but I would love for it to be a little cheaper lol.. Love x

  • @sylvianuttall4289
    @sylvianuttall4289 21 день тому +1

    Geek and gorgeous for me ❤

    • @MadAboutSkin
      @MadAboutSkin  21 день тому

      I agree hun such a great product xx

  • @ivonnehansson4938
    @ivonnehansson4938 19 днів тому

    Hi 👋🏼 Rob. Currently I’m using the Geek and gorgeous agame 10. But I have the ordinary waiting in my drawer ☺️
    I’m wondering if you have any experience with Dermatica? And what you would think about their products? I’m just not really getting anywhere with my hyperpigmentation and I’m thinking about maybe giving Dermatica a chance with hydroquinone and tretinoin as ingredients 🤷🏻‍♀️

  • @jmcd31
    @jmcd31 19 днів тому

    Ooh new background! Not seen 1 of your vids for a few weeks

    • @MadAboutSkin
      @MadAboutSkin  19 днів тому

      Haha moved house so there will be some new backgrounds incoming :) hope all is wonderful with you hun.. sending you so so much love x

  • @michellewood2554
    @michellewood2554 20 днів тому

    It would be really helpful for those that are new to these type of products as to where this is used in the skincare regime ie. After toner, before moisturiser etc. Can you consider this when making your videos, which are very informative, but could go that one step more. X

    • @MadAboutSkin
      @MadAboutSkin  20 днів тому

      I have done a large number of evening skincare routines which show how to use this and a full routine, I hope they will help x

  • @jmcd31
    @jmcd31 19 днів тому

    Tret after being on a retinoid for 2+ years. I use retirides from Spain and tinitrend from Mexico 👍

    • @leeck5491
      @leeck5491 17 днів тому

      Are these purchasable in the United States?

  • @melbert3795
    @melbert3795 20 днів тому

    Ive had a few tubes of G+G abd loved it. I was hoping for a stronger version when the ordinary launched. I use the ordinary under my eyes as its my more problematic area and G+G everywhere else. I love them both. But i too wish ordinary would do bigger tubes of it.

    • @MadAboutSkin
      @MadAboutSkin  20 днів тому

      I agree I hope that the geek and gorgeous team will come up with a stronger option in the coming months.. love x

  • @Wtn106
    @Wtn106 21 день тому +3

    I used a lot of retinol and retinal products , G and G is super. In this moment, i have ordinary granactive retinol emulsion, but i have to say that Monoderma retinol in capsules is veeeery, very good 💯. Love from Serbia ❤

    • @MadAboutSkin
      @MadAboutSkin  21 день тому +2

      Thank you so much hun and I will have to check out that mono derma one .. love x

  • @alena7393
    @alena7393 20 днів тому

    I like Medik8 retinal 6 and their retinal eye cream. Thank you for video. Planning to try g&g retinal but I am afraid of sensitivity as it is not encapsulated.
    It would be great if you could review Biossance products especially lactic acid exfoliant, copper peptide serum and eye cream/peptide eye gel.

    • @MadAboutSkin
      @MadAboutSkin  20 днів тому

      Thank you so much for watching and I love the eye cream too, pi thin its perfect for under eye anti aging.. sending so much love x

  • @manhac7541
    @manhac7541 12 днів тому

    On your recommendation I have started using ordinary after switching myself from dermetica tret as my skin was not happy. Ordinary is very good for me I am alternating with copper peptides

    • @MadAboutSkin
      @MadAboutSkin  12 днів тому

      yay I am so so glad its working for you hun, thank you so much for sharing.. love x

  • @barbowens8626
    @barbowens8626 20 днів тому

    You always make me happy, Rob!😙🩵

    • @MadAboutSkin
      @MadAboutSkin  20 днів тому

      aww thank you so so much hun thats so kind of you to say and I am glad you enjoy the videos .. love x

  • @MrNordicnicklas
    @MrNordicnicklas 21 день тому +1

    I use Tretinoin 0,1% for face. The ordinary Retinal 0,2% for my neck and Advanced Clinicals Retinol Firming Cream for my hands and rest of body (its a pretty big bottle for little money). :D
    Love from Denmark!

    • @MadAboutSkin
      @MadAboutSkin  20 днів тому +1

      Such great recommendations and tips, thank you so so much for sharing.. ;love x

  • @olga_b344
    @olga_b344 20 днів тому

    Love your Chanel and you always lift my spirit. I followed your G&G advice. But i got the G&G Retinal 0.05 as I wanna start slow (although I used to use retinol last year - I took a 6 month break). How long would u use the G&G 0.05 before progressing to the G&G 10?
    Thank you! Xx

    • @MadAboutSkin
      @MadAboutSkin  20 днів тому

      Oh thank you so so much hun and your support as always means so much to me.. I would give it a couple of tubes before moving up.. that way you will avoid too much irritation.. love x

  • @ChrisJonesJan2024
    @ChrisJonesJan2024 21 день тому +1

    I use the geek and gorgeous but the low strength one so I hope that wins

    • @MadAboutSkin
      @MadAboutSkin  21 день тому +1

      I love the lower strength option, great for the neck and for the under eye x

  • @melissalopeification
    @melissalopeification 19 днів тому

    I've been using medik8 6 for many years and just recently bought the Ordinary. I'm excited to try but agree the 15ml size is annoying

    • @MadAboutSkin
      @MadAboutSkin  19 днів тому

      I hope they come out with a larger size soon xx

  • @chantibergwerff4251
    @chantibergwerff4251 19 днів тому

    ❤ G&G A-game 10. It's affordable and fragrance free is a must for my sensitive skin.😊

    • @MadAboutSkin
      @MadAboutSkin  19 днів тому +1

      I love it so much for the price point. sending love x

  • @mariavanbeselaere5417
    @mariavanbeselaere5417 21 день тому

    Hi Rob, could you also check on the Enprani Retino x 8. I think this is where Medik8 gets its Retinal from

    • @MadAboutSkin
      @MadAboutSkin  21 день тому

      Yes of course I will check them out.. thanks for the heads up.. love x

  • @paulinemaxton2938
    @paulinemaxton2938 21 день тому

    I use the MAS retinal and hope it's back on stock soon as I'm running out lol x

    • @MadAboutSkin
      @MadAboutSkin  21 день тому

      Awww thank you so so much hun and it will be back in the next month which I am so so excited about.. sending love x

  • @deborahholden2825
    @deborahholden2825 20 днів тому

    Thank you as always but is the G&G encapsulated please? I am struggling to find out as my skin is super sensitive X

    • @MadAboutSkin
      @MadAboutSkin  20 днів тому

      Hi hun, no it isnt so I would start with their low strength one and see how your skin gets on with it.. love x

  • @tasfia5769
    @tasfia5769 21 день тому +1

    Can I use the ordinary granactive retinoid 2% in squalane as a virgin in my retinol journey? I have never used retinol before. If not, which retinol should I use instead? Btw, I love your videos.

    • @MadAboutSkin
      @MadAboutSkin  21 день тому +1

      Hi hun, yes I think that would be a great starter option for sure hun, its a lovely product.. thank you so much for your kind words and sending you so much love x

  • @EarthFirstGoVegan
    @EarthFirstGoVegan 20 днів тому

    ❤i use the ordinary retinal every other night and the other nights I use tretinoin

    • @MadAboutSkin
      @MadAboutSkin  20 днів тому

      Such a good combo.. hope all is wonderful with you hun x

  • @evelevrae1
    @evelevrae1 12 днів тому

    Do you put retinal around the eyes and on the neck and chest? Awesome video. Thanks.

    • @MadAboutSkin
      @MadAboutSkin  12 днів тому +1

      I do hun and I have no issue with it but patch test first :) love x

  • @theyneedhelp5005
    @theyneedhelp5005 20 днів тому

    Io uso 101 A-game 10. Doppo meno di un mese i risultati sono incredibil. L ho adoro. .. 😊❤

    • @MadAboutSkin
      @MadAboutSkin  20 днів тому

      Thank you so much for sharing your favourties.. love x

  • @whantothill
    @whantothill 20 днів тому

    Hi Rob! I love your channel. You are definitely one of the best skinfluencers and I trust your opinion to be honest ❤
    I’ve been using BOJ ginseng + retinal serum and now ready to move up to G&G A-Game 5. It has been out of stock on their UK online store for a while. Hopefully, I’ll get my hand on it soon ❤
    While doing research on retinal options, I came across VT cica reti-A range. It formulated with hydroxypinacolone retinoate and claim to be more effective than retinal. Very interesting! It would be great to hear what you think 😙

    • @MadAboutSkin
      @MadAboutSkin  20 днів тому +1

      Thank you so much hun and your kind words me a lot to me.. the VT form of retinoid is actually granactive retinoid which has been around some time (the ordinary do a couple of serums with it) its nice and great for those with sensitive skin though personally I found I got better results with retinal .. Granactive is a lot better than retinol though so I think that sounds like a nice product.. love xx

    • @whantothill
      @whantothill 18 днів тому

      @@MadAboutSkin Thank you for your reply 💕 I will stick with retinal then 😊

  • @awildarivera8727
    @awildarivera8727 21 день тому +1

    I use Neutrogena rapid wrinkle repairs retinol serum..😊❤

    • @MadAboutSkin
      @MadAboutSkin  21 день тому

      Thank you so much for watching and sharing your thoughts x

  • @felicityestrin9289
    @felicityestrin9289 19 днів тому

    Using The Ordinary 0.2% Retinal nightly ever since it launched. It's Holy Grail for me--no irritation or stinging, minimal peeling, doesn't exacerbate my type ii rosacea. Great results, especially in shrinking pores. Absolutely love it. xx.

    • @felicityestrin9289
      @felicityestrin9289 19 днів тому

      PS I'd so happily try G and G, but it costs so much to ship it to Canada. Hopefully it'll be more accessible some day soon. In the meantime, loving the Ordinary's offering (I'm a seasoned retinal user though). x

    • @MadAboutSkin
      @MadAboutSkin  19 днів тому +1

      I agree its such a nice product and the ordinary are doing so well with their latest launches.. love xx

  • @ChrisJonesJan2024
    @ChrisJonesJan2024 21 день тому

    Happy weekend everyone

  • @ShellyBomb
    @ShellyBomb 20 днів тому +1

    ⭐ P.S. So, as a quick follow-up: is a Retinol stronger than say a Granactive Retinoid - as in The Ordinary's two types re their Retinal vs. Granactive Retinoid?!? 😊

  • @susanne527
    @susanne527 21 день тому

    How long would you recommend using the lower dose- the geek and gorgeous before switching to the ordinary. A new user

    • @MadAboutSkin
      @MadAboutSkin  21 день тому

      I would give it a couple of tubes before going to the higher one.. with the lower dose you can use daily from the start though. love x

  • @nickimontie
    @nickimontie 21 день тому +2

    I am using BoJ Retinal eye serum.

    • @MadAboutSkin
      @MadAboutSkin  21 день тому +1

      Such a great product, love it all over the face.. love x

  • @annanaylor
    @annanaylor 20 днів тому +1

    Beauty of Joseon ginseng 2% retinal-all over though. Marketed as an eye cream.

    • @alena7393
      @alena7393 20 днів тому +1

      Not 2% but 0.02% retinal is in Beauty of joseon. This is much less concentration than in all products in video.

    • @MadAboutSkin
      @MadAboutSkin  20 днів тому +1

      I love that one, I just wish it was in a slightly larger size as like you I like to use it all over the face.. love x

    • @annanaylor
      @annanaylor 17 днів тому

      @@MadAboutSkin price point wise, is there anything stronger in kbeauty, or do i need to spend more! X

  • @iagulka
    @iagulka 18 днів тому

    I use Ph doctor retinal! Best polish retinal !

    • @MadAboutSkin
      @MadAboutSkin  18 днів тому

      Thank you so much for watching and sharing your thoughts x

  • @robertaevans9658
    @robertaevans9658 20 днів тому

    The ordinary retinal has blown me away!! Bye bye medik8 ❤

    • @MadAboutSkin
      @MadAboutSkin  20 днів тому

      Haha I bet your wallet is pleased lol as the ordinary is a lot cheaper and your right for the price I think its a gorgeous formulation and texture.. Hope all is wonderful with you.. love x

  • @SeemaSingh-li3nb
    @SeemaSingh-li3nb 20 днів тому

    Prescription adapalene and benzoyl peroxide ( Epiduo) Acne prone skin type

    • @MadAboutSkin
      @MadAboutSkin  20 днів тому +1

      Thank you so much for sharing your thoughts and sending you so much love x

  • @magdalenakandziora-rog6362
    @magdalenakandziora-rog6362 20 днів тому

    I'm almost out of MAS copper peptide. I hope I will be able to to buy it again very soon, will I?

    • @MadAboutSkin
      @MadAboutSkin  20 днів тому

      Hi hun, the products are all being rebranded as we speak and that process is almost complete so I expect them all to be back in stock in the next month :) love x

  • @rehab2see
    @rehab2see 20 днів тому

    I use tretinoin or Retin-A Micro. Sometimes I will also use the Remedy for Dark Spots.

    • @MadAboutSkin
      @MadAboutSkin  20 днів тому

      thank you so much for watching and sharing your thoughts x

  • @sadberaimamovicbasic6112
    @sadberaimamovicbasic6112 19 днів тому

    ❤ None of them are available in BiH, so I use L'Oréal.

    • @MadAboutSkin
      @MadAboutSkin  19 днів тому

      Thank you so much for watching and sharing your thoughts x

  • @beerachael
    @beerachael 21 день тому

    I highly recommend going to a dermatologist and getting a retinol/tretinoin prescribed. You’ll get an amount of active ingredients that actually works and supervision and guidance

    • @MadAboutSkin
      @MadAboutSkin  21 день тому +7

      Oh I think if its an option for you then its a good one.. many cant afford or cant get to a derma so its nice to have OTC options.. Here in the UK it can be really hard to get a derma appointment and the ones you do get can be £200 for a consult which is a lot for many x

    • @kindseyvaughn8667
      @kindseyvaughn8667 21 день тому +2

      There’s quite a bit more cost involved it that. Plus as some have pointed out, lab muffin science, doctorly, skin can only take so much vitamin A at a time. So emulsions/encapsulation of vitamin A in OTC products does lead to less irritation but also similar results, just takes a bit longer. While prescription vitamin A hasn’t really changed since it first came on the market in the 1990s. It’s classified as a drug and getting approvals for drugs is very expensive and any change to a formula means it has go through the same procedure, so it hasn’t. While OTC companies can innovate without the expense of getting approval.

    • @beerachael
      @beerachael 21 день тому

      @@MadAboutSkin I go to an aesthetics dr who does my skin enhancing etc and she prescribes skincare too - I only pay for the product (she gives me a discount code too to use in obagi site) so it’s not much more than the highest strength medik8. Yes not cheap but the results I’ve seen in 3 mths make me realise that the expensive products I was using for years from Paula’s choice, drunk elephant, Sunday Riley etc were doing very little to my skin

    • @TryMyMartini
      @TryMyMartini 21 день тому

      @@MadAboutSkin Yep. I can't afford it. The thing keeping me from getting a prescription product certainly wasn't waiting for a UA-cam comment to "highly recommend" it! 😂

    • @kriswade8417
      @kriswade8417 21 день тому +2

      I have a prescription for Tretinoin and I don't even use it because it makes me peel and itch and I never get past that stage! As y'all know, skincare only works if you're consistent…so I like using these gentler formulations. At least I use them daily 😊

  • @april4able
    @april4able 19 днів тому

    ❤️
    I’m saving my pennies so g&g it is

    • @MadAboutSkin
      @MadAboutSkin  18 днів тому

      Thank you so much for watching and sharing your thoughts x

  • @olga_b344
    @olga_b344 20 днів тому

    Would it be ok to use the Beauty of Joseon around the eyes and then G&G retinal on the face? I’m nervous the creams will migrate and intersect and I’ll be accidntlu doubling up the cream in some areas.
    Bless you! ❤❤

    • @zozel77
      @zozel77 20 днів тому

      I use the G&G around the eyes with no problem at all 😊❤

    • @olga_b344
      @olga_b344 20 днів тому

      @@zozel77 the 10 or the 5? The 10 is quite strong. How close to the eyes do you put it?
      Thanks!

    • @zozel77
      @zozel77 20 днів тому

      @@olga_b344 I use the 10 but I don’t have sensitive skin. I use it all around the orbital area but not very close to the eyes of course. I hope this helps 😊

    • @olga_b344
      @olga_b344 20 днів тому

      @@zozel77 wow thanks so much. I hope to build up to that some day. Did you start out with the G&G 0.05 strength first?

    • @MadAboutSkin
      @MadAboutSkin  20 днів тому

      Hi hun, yes that would be totally fine :) the risk of overlap irritation is small and I have done this in the past without issue.. hope all is wonderful with you.. love x

  • @picklebird1261
    @picklebird1261 20 днів тому

    I alternate between G&G 0.1 and TO 0.2 as my skin becomes used to the stronger dose.

    • @MadAboutSkin
      @MadAboutSkin  20 днів тому

      Thank you so much for sharing your recommendations.. love x

  • @rehab2see
    @rehab2see 20 днів тому

    ❤ Medik8

  • @Storm411z
    @Storm411z 20 днів тому +3

    Tretinoin 0.025% Rx, and before that Differin (adapalene 0.1%), but previously I would alternate between Paula’s Choice 0.3% Retinol + 2% Bakuchiol (surprisingly potent) and the Elizabeth Arden Retinol + Ceramides capsules (silky gentle).
    I stopped using cosmetic retinoids after watching LabMuffinScience’s video about whether they actually work or not (since there’s virtually zero published research that they do) and how to choose your retinoid. After that, I realized how much money I had wasted, switched to adapalene, and FINALLY saw the benefits of retinoids dermatologists are always gabbing on about 😅

    • @maxbluenose25
      @maxbluenose25 20 днів тому

      Then this page is not for you then don't no what your trying to prove but millions of people can't be wrong I've been using cosmetics since I was.in my 20s am now 52 my skin is amazing go away and shut up

  • @bachatera100
    @bachatera100 21 день тому

    I'd like to know your opinion about Skintra liquid happiness, with 0,3 % retinal. The most potent so far! Saludos from Spain!

    • @MadAboutSkin
      @MadAboutSkin  21 день тому

      Hi hun, its strong for sure but I havent actually used it so I will have to try and get a bottle.. love xx

    • @dagao8650
      @dagao8650 20 днів тому

      I know it very well. Skintra isn't so strong as it seems, because their retinal is in oils. Zero sides effects. And zero visible good effects. In my opinion it dosnt work at all.

    • @bachatera100
      @bachatera100 20 днів тому

      Thank you, ​@@dagao8650. I'll have to try The Ordinary one then

  • @NotBrye
    @NotBrye 15 днів тому

    Im still using kiehls micro dosed retinol serum.

    • @MadAboutSkin
      @MadAboutSkin  15 днів тому

      Thank you so much for watching and for sharing your thoughts.. love x

  • @shoshanasilberstein1904
    @shoshanasilberstein1904 20 днів тому

    I use the ordinary rentinol 1 0/0 plus squalene

    • @MadAboutSkin
      @MadAboutSkin  20 днів тому

      thank you so much for watching and sharing your thoughts x