# Granactive retinoid

Page: https://lovi.care/skincare/sg/ingredients/granactive-retinoid

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Granactive retinoid clears mild facial acne lesions by eighty percent and lowers acne severity scores by seventy-eight percent in eight weeks without impairing the skin barrier or causing side effects. It suits most skin types and typically comes in [serums](https://lovi.care/skincare/sg/ingredients/serum) at a strength of two percent. In a daily routine, it should be kept apart from [glycolic acid](https://lovi.care/skincare/sg/ingredients/glycolic-acid), [benzoyl peroxide](https://lovi.care/skincare/sg/ingredients/benzoyl-peroxide), and [vitamin C](https://lovi.care/skincare/sg/ingredients/vitamin-c).

[Giornale Italiano Di Dermatologia E Venereologia, 2020](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/32869963/)

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### Popular granactive retinoid products

- [The Ordinary Granactive Retinoid 2% Emulsion](https://lovi.care/skincare/sg/p/the-ordinary/granactive-retinoid-2-emulsion/for/oily-skin) — High fit

## What to combine granactive retinoid with

Ingredient Together How to use them

[Niacinamide](https://lovi.care/skincare/sg/ingredients/niacinamide) Depends Use them at different times of day with [niacinamide](https://lovi.care/skincare/sg/ingredients/niacinamide) in the morning and granactive retinoid at night, because this gentle pair balances the skin. [Granactive retinoid and niacinamide](https://lovi.care/skincare/sg/ingredients/niacinamide-and-granactive-retinoid) [Glycolic acid](https://lovi.care/skincare/sg/ingredients/glycolic-acid) Keep apart Use [glycolic acid](https://lovi.care/skincare/sg/ingredients/glycolic-acid) and granactive retinoid on alternate nights to prevent skin irritation. [Granactive retinoid and glycolic acid](https://lovi.care/skincare/sg/ingredients/glycolic-acid-and-granactive-retinoid) [Benzoyl peroxide](https://lovi.care/skincare/sg/ingredients/benzoyl-peroxide) Keep apart Use them at different times of day, applying [benzoyl peroxide](https://lovi.care/skincare/sg/ingredients/benzoyl-peroxide) in the morning and granactive retinoid at night, because they cancel each other out. [Granactive retinoid and benzoyl peroxide](https://lovi.care/skincare/sg/ingredients/benzoyl-peroxide-and-granactive-retinoid) [Vitamin C](https://lovi.care/skincare/sg/ingredients/vitamin-c) Keep apart Use [vitamin C](https://lovi.care/skincare/sg/ingredients/vitamin-c) in the morning and granactive retinoid at night, because combining them in the same routine causes skin irritation. [Granactive retinoid and vitamin C](https://lovi.care/skincare/sg/ingredients/vitamin-c-and-granactive-retinoid) [AHA blend glycolic and citric acids](https://lovi.care/skincare/sg/ingredients/aha-blend-glycolic-and-citric-acids) Keep apart Use them on alternate nights to prevent irritation and barrier damage from layering two strong ingredients. [Granactive retinoid and aha blend glycolic and citric acids](https://lovi.care/skincare/sg/ingredients/aha-blend-glycolic-and-citric-acids-and-granactive-retinoid) [Salicylic acid](https://lovi.care/skincare/sg/ingredients/salicylic-acid) Keep apart Use them on alternate nights, applying [salicylic acid](https://lovi.care/skincare/sg/ingredients/salicylic-acid) one evening and granactive retinoid the next, to avoid skin irritation. [Granactive retinoid and salicylic acid](https://lovi.care/skincare/sg/ingredients/salicylic-acid-and-granactive-retinoid) [Bio-placenta peptides](https://lovi.care/skincare/sg/ingredients/bio-placenta-peptides) Keep apart Use [bio-placenta peptides](https://lovi.care/skincare/sg/ingredients/bio-placenta-peptides) and granactive retinoid at different times of day, applying the peptides in the morning and the retinoid at night. [Granactive retinoid and bio-placenta peptides](https://lovi.care/skincare/sg/ingredients/bio-placenta-peptides-and-granactive-retinoid) [Hexapeptide](https://lovi.care/skincare/sg/ingredients/hexapeptide) Keep apart Use them at different times of day, applying the peptide [serum](https://lovi.care/skincare/sg/ingredients/serum) in the morning and the retinoid at night, to avoid extra skin irritation. [Granactive retinoid and hexapeptide](https://lovi.care/skincare/sg/ingredients/hexapeptide-and-granactive-retinoid) [Lactic acid](https://lovi.care/skincare/sg/ingredients/lactic-acid) Keep apart Use [lactic acid](https://lovi.care/skincare/sg/ingredients/lactic-acid) and granactive retinoid on alternate nights to prevent skin irritation. [Granactive retinoid and lactic acid](https://lovi.care/skincare/sg/ingredients/lactic-acid-and-granactive-retinoid) [Acetyl hexapeptide-3](https://lovi.care/skincare/sg/ingredients/acetyl-hexapeptide-3) Keep apart Use them at different times of day by applying your peptide product in the morning and your retinoid at night. [Granactive retinoid and acetyl hexapeptide-3](https://lovi.care/skincare/sg/ingredients/acetyl-hexapeptide-3-and-granactive-retinoid) [Mandelic acid](https://lovi.care/skincare/sg/ingredients/mandelic-acid) Keep apart Use [mandelic acid](https://lovi.care/skincare/sg/ingredients/mandelic-acid) and granactive retinoid on alternate nights to prevent skin irritation. [Granactive retinoid and mandelic acid](https://lovi.care/skincare/sg/ingredients/mandelic-acid-and-granactive-retinoid) [Collagen peptide](https://lovi.care/skincare/sg/ingredients/collagen-peptide) Keep apart Use them at different times of day, applying [collagen peptides](https://lovi.care/skincare/sg/ingredients/collagen-peptide) in the morning and granactive retinoid at night. [Granactive retinoid and collagen peptide](https://lovi.care/skincare/sg/ingredients/granactive-retinoid-and-collagen-peptide) [Copper peptide](https://lovi.care/skincare/sg/ingredients/copper-peptide) Keep apart Use them at different times of day, applying [copper peptides](https://lovi.care/skincare/sg/ingredients/copper-peptide) in the morning and granactive retinoid at night, to avoid irritation. [Granactive retinoid and copper peptide](https://lovi.care/skincare/sg/ingredients/granactive-retinoid-and-copper-peptide) [Citric acid](https://lovi.care/skincare/sg/ingredients/citric-acid) Keep apart Use granactive retinoid and [citric acid](https://lovi.care/skincare/sg/ingredients/citric-acid) on alternate nights to prevent skin irritation. [Granactive retinoid and citric acid](https://lovi.care/skincare/sg/ingredients/granactive-retinoid-and-citric-acid) [Hexapeptide-9](https://lovi.care/skincare/sg/ingredients/hexapeptide-9) Keep apart Use them at different times of day by applying [hexapeptide-9](https://lovi.care/skincare/sg/ingredients/hexapeptide-9) in the morning and granactive retinoid at night to prevent irritation. [Granactive retinoid and hexapeptide-9](https://lovi.care/skincare/sg/ingredients/granactive-retinoid-and-hexapeptide-9) [Peptide-rich plasma](https://lovi.care/skincare/sg/ingredients/peptide-rich-plasma) Keep apart Use them at different times of day, applying the peptide serum in the morning and the retinoid at night, to avoid extra skin irritation. [Granactive retinoid and peptide-rich plasma](https://lovi.care/skincare/sg/ingredients/granactive-retinoid-and-peptide-rich-plasma) [Triple peptide blend](https://lovi.care/skincare/sg/ingredients/triple-peptide-blend) Keep apart Use them at different times of day by applying the [triple peptide blend](https://lovi.care/skincare/sg/ingredients/triple-peptide-blend) in the morning and granactive retinoid at night. [Granactive retinoid and triple peptide blend](https://lovi.care/skincare/sg/ingredients/granactive-retinoid-and-triple-peptide-blend) [Palmitoyl pentapeptide-4](https://lovi.care/skincare/sg/ingredients/palmitoyl-pentapeptide-4) Keep apart Use them at different times of day, applying [palmitoyl pentapeptide-4](https://lovi.care/skincare/sg/ingredients/palmitoyl-pentapeptide-4) in the morning and granactive retinoid at night, to prevent skin irritation. [Granactive retinoid and palmitoyl pentapeptide-4](https://lovi.care/skincare/sg/ingredients/granactive-retinoid-and-palmitoyl-pentapeptide-4) [Palmitoyl tripeptide-1](https://lovi.care/skincare/sg/ingredients/palmitoyl-tripeptide-1) Keep apart Use them at different times of day, applying the peptide in the morning and the retinoid at night, to prevent skin irritation. [Granactive retinoid and palmitoyl tripeptide-1](https://lovi.care/skincare/sg/ingredients/granactive-retinoid-and-palmitoyl-tripeptide-1)

From the ingredient rules behind the "Works well with" and "Don't mix with" notes on every product in the Lovi app.

## Questions and answers

### What does granactive retinoid do for the skin?

Granactive retinoid helps improve skin texture and reduces signs of aging. It may also help reduce acne lesions and improve overall skin clarity.

[Giornale Italiano Di Dermatologia E Venereologia, 2020](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/32869963/)

### How do you use granactive retinoid?

Use granactive retinoid at night. This gentle ingredient helps smooth the skin while keeping side effects low.

### Should you use granactive retinoid in the morning or at night?

You should use granactive retinoid at night. This timing helps you avoid using it alongside daytime ingredients that may cause skin irritation.

### Can you use granactive retinoid every day?

Granactive retinoid can be used daily, provided your skin tolerates it well without showing signs of irritation. Starting gradually helps your skin adjust to the ingredient.

### Does granactive retinoid cause purging or irritation?

Granactive retinoid is unlikely to cause skin irritation or side effects when used properly. It helps improve skin condition without impairing the skin barrier function.

[Giornale Italiano Di Dermatologia E Venereologia, 2020](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/32869963/)

### Which skin types is granactive retinoid best for?

Granactive retinoid is suitable for various skin types when used at night. Lovi gives granactive retinoid an Average fit for general use.

### Can you use granactive retinoid with glycolic acid?

Keep [glycolic acid](https://lovi.care/skincare/sg/ingredients/glycolic-acid) and granactive retinoid apart by using them on alternate nights to prevent skin irritation.

## Research on granactive retinoid

- [Efficacy and safety of a new topical gel formulation containing retinol encapsulated in glycospheres and hydroxypinacolone retinoate, an antimicrobial peptide, salicylic acid, glycolic acid and niacinamide for the treatment of mild acne: preliminary results of a 2-month prospective study](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/32869963/) Granactive retinoid · Giornale Italiano Di Dermatologia E Venereologia, 2020

## Combining granactive retinoid

- Keep them apart: [Acetyl hexapeptide-3 and granactive retinoid](https://lovi.care/skincare/sg/ingredients/acetyl-hexapeptide-3-and-granactive-retinoid)
- Keep them apart: [Bio-placenta peptides and granactive retinoid](https://lovi.care/skincare/sg/ingredients/bio-placenta-peptides-and-granactive-retinoid)
- Keep them apart: [Granactive retinoid and collagen peptide](https://lovi.care/skincare/sg/ingredients/granactive-retinoid-and-collagen-peptide)
- Keep them apart: [Granactive retinoid and copper peptide](https://lovi.care/skincare/sg/ingredients/granactive-retinoid-and-copper-peptide)
- Keep them apart: [Hexapeptide and granactive retinoid](https://lovi.care/skincare/sg/ingredients/hexapeptide-and-granactive-retinoid)
- Keep them apart: [Granactive retinoid and hexapeptide-9](https://lovi.care/skincare/sg/ingredients/granactive-retinoid-and-hexapeptide-9)
- Keep them apart: [Granactive retinoid and palmitoyl pentapeptide-4](https://lovi.care/skincare/sg/ingredients/granactive-retinoid-and-palmitoyl-pentapeptide-4)
- Keep them apart: [Granactive retinoid and palmitoyl tripeptide-1](https://lovi.care/skincare/sg/ingredients/granactive-retinoid-and-palmitoyl-tripeptide-1)
- Keep them apart: [Granactive retinoid and peptide-rich plasma](https://lovi.care/skincare/sg/ingredients/granactive-retinoid-and-peptide-rich-plasma)
- Keep them apart: [Granactive retinoid and triple peptide blend](https://lovi.care/skincare/sg/ingredients/granactive-retinoid-and-triple-peptide-blend)
- Depends on the strength: [Niacinamide and granactive retinoid](https://lovi.care/skincare/sg/ingredients/niacinamide-and-granactive-retinoid)
- Keep them apart: [AHA blend glycolic and citric acids and granactive retinoid](https://lovi.care/skincare/sg/ingredients/aha-blend-glycolic-and-citric-acids-and-granactive-retinoid)
- Keep them apart: [Granactive retinoid and citric acid](https://lovi.care/skincare/sg/ingredients/granactive-retinoid-and-citric-acid)
- Keep them apart: [Glycolic acid and granactive retinoid](https://lovi.care/skincare/sg/ingredients/glycolic-acid-and-granactive-retinoid)
- Keep them apart: [Lactic acid and granactive retinoid](https://lovi.care/skincare/sg/ingredients/lactic-acid-and-granactive-retinoid)
- Keep them apart: [Mandelic acid and granactive retinoid](https://lovi.care/skincare/sg/ingredients/mandelic-acid-and-granactive-retinoid)
- Keep them apart: [Salicylic acid and granactive retinoid](https://lovi.care/skincare/sg/ingredients/salicylic-acid-and-granactive-retinoid)
- Keep them apart: [Vitamin C and granactive retinoid](https://lovi.care/skincare/sg/ingredients/vitamin-c-and-granactive-retinoid)
- Keep them apart: [Benzoyl peroxide and granactive retinoid](https://lovi.care/skincare/sg/ingredients/benzoyl-peroxide-and-granactive-retinoid)

## Brands with granactive retinoid

- Canadian skincare: [The Ordinary](https://lovi.care/skincare/sg/brands/the-ordinary)

## Related ingredients

- [Glycolic acid](https://lovi.care/skincare/sg/ingredients/glycolic-acid)
- [Benzoyl peroxide](https://lovi.care/skincare/sg/ingredients/benzoyl-peroxide)
- [Vitamin C](https://lovi.care/skincare/sg/ingredients/vitamin-c)
- [AHA blend glycolic and citric acids](https://lovi.care/skincare/sg/ingredients/aha-blend-glycolic-and-citric-acids)
- [Niacinamide](https://lovi.care/skincare/sg/ingredients/niacinamide)
- [Salicylic acid](https://lovi.care/skincare/sg/ingredients/salicylic-acid)
- [Bio-placenta peptides](https://lovi.care/skincare/sg/ingredients/bio-placenta-peptides)
- [Hexapeptide](https://lovi.care/skincare/sg/ingredients/hexapeptide)
- [Lactic acid](https://lovi.care/skincare/sg/ingredients/lactic-acid)
- [Acetyl hexapeptide-3](https://lovi.care/skincare/sg/ingredients/acetyl-hexapeptide-3)
- [Mandelic acid](https://lovi.care/skincare/sg/ingredients/mandelic-acid)
- [Collagen peptide](https://lovi.care/skincare/sg/ingredients/collagen-peptide)
- [Copper peptide](https://lovi.care/skincare/sg/ingredients/copper-peptide)
- [Citric acid](https://lovi.care/skincare/sg/ingredients/citric-acid)
- [Hexapeptide-9](https://lovi.care/skincare/sg/ingredients/hexapeptide-9)
- [Peptide-rich plasma](https://lovi.care/skincare/sg/ingredients/peptide-rich-plasma)
- [Triple peptide blend](https://lovi.care/skincare/sg/ingredients/triple-peptide-blend)
- [Palmitoyl pentapeptide-4](https://lovi.care/skincare/sg/ingredients/palmitoyl-pentapeptide-4)
- [Palmitoyl tripeptide-1](https://lovi.care/skincare/sg/ingredients/palmitoyl-tripeptide-1)

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