The ordinary retinoids all sold out. Alternatives?

[choc27]

I have finally got my skin sorted and have been using The ordinary granactive retinoid 2% but have nearly run out. I was going to move on to the 5% next but they are sold out everywhere. Including all the 2%. I had a look at The Inkey List and was tempted but it I think it's only 2%, although I could just go with a 2 again. Are there any other brands I should be looking at around the same price point?

[Lolalovesroses]

I had the same problem, with the Ordinary selling out,so I ordered Paula's choice it's more expensive, but so far so good. You could also try Poppy Austin,really cheap and the reviews are really good ( on Amazon and on the beauty forums).I haven't tried Poppy Austin, as I ordered the Paula's choice first, but I think I will be trying it next.
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[choc27]

I've never heard of it so thank you I will Check it! Don't really want to pay Paula's choice price!

[DryHeave]

Suddenly relieved I panic bought a back up bottle!

[choc27]

Im gutted, I don't really want to change products as I have had a lifetime of shit skin and when I find something that works I don't tend to change it!

[cannaethink]

www.lookfantastic.com/the-inkey-list-retinol-serum-30ml/12208009.html

I’ve started using this one as I couldn’t get any The Ordinary stuff. It seems ok I reckon.

[choc27]

Ah that's the one I was looking at but wasn't sure of the strength.

[Mnthrowaway20202]

I think if you’re on a low budget stick to your the ordinary product, at least you know it works for you so you won’t waste money experimenting

[choc27]

I just wish I knew when it would be back in stock!

[Mnthrowaway20202]

I know, they come in/out of stock frequently as they persistently have stock issues.

Just stalk all the stockist websites you can find - keep each one open in a tab and refresh them daily. Sign up to all the email lists etc.

Worst case scenario there’s a set for £27 here

[choc27]

Thanks I'll keep just keep checking I think For a bit and then if I actually run out I'll go for the inkey list.

[Liking80]

OP I am having the exact same dilemma, I wondered if anyone had experience of this brand www.victoriahealth.com/editorial/garden-of-wisdom-skincare-regimens.

I see a 5% granactive retinoid available.

[Mightymurphy]

Next stock TO. Don’t know what they currently have though.

[BobbinThreadbare123]

I've noticed that TO had no salicylic acid either. I've bought a Revolution one in the same percentage. Had to swap my Vit C as well but I was using an Eva Naturals one and now I'm on Poppy Austin.

[Mich1973]

I love Hada Labo. Reasonable and lasts a long time. X

Hadalabo JAPAN Skin Institute Gokujun premium hyaluronic solution 170mL www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B013HHJV0C/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_PszUEbT41YCM5?tag=mumsnet&ascsubtag=mnforum-21

[foreverhungry2409]

I haven't used their retinoids but the inkey list products are great. And affordable imo

[MabelMoo23]

Inkey list definitely

[danuta22]

I got some The ordinary stuff from Boots

[choc27]

Sold out I boots and every where else that sells it. Might just go for inkey list.

[TheCanterburyWhales]

I've got the Garden of Wisdom one. Much prefer it (and Victoria Health in general,) to The Ordinary.

[Soontobe60]

Have a look at this dermatologist, she has a YouTube channel where she reviews all sorts of products. The link is to one of her videos, not about retinoids specifically.

[JessicaDay]

Another vote for Garden of Wisdom.

[choc27]

Thanks for the link! And I'll check out garden of wisdom.

[Vix20678]

Came on to recommend Garden of Wisdom as well.

[choc27]

Ordered from garden of wisdom! Thank you. They had a 5% for a similar price so I went with them!

[damnthatanxiety]

SO much of TO stock is out of stock everywhere. What is going on?