Can you use The Ordinary Niacinamide 10% + Zinc 1% with The Ordinary Retinol 0.5% in Squalane?
Yes
Their key actives have no known conflict.
Based on 1 active-ingredient pairing, listed below.
How to use them
- Apply the thinner, more watery product first, then the thicker one.
- Finish with moisturizer, and sunscreen in the morning.
Every active pairing checked
| Actives | Verdict | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Niacinamide + Retinol | Yes | Yes. Niacinamide is one of the best partners for retinol. |
What's in each product
Key actives
The Ordinary Niacinamide 10% + Zinc 1%
Actives read from the published ingredient list (as transcribed on INCIDecoder). Formulas change; check your bottle.
Key actives
The Ordinary Retinol 0.5% in Squalane
Actives read from the published ingredient list (as transcribed on INCIDecoder). Formulas change; check your bottle.
Sources
DM
Reviewed by the Does It Mix editorial team
Last reviewed . Product verdicts combine our ingredient-pair verdicts for each product's key actives. We are not affiliated with these brands. Methodology.