CLEANSE
Begin with Baobab Clay Oxygenating Cleanser or Commiphora Face Cleanser to gently remove impurities and prepare the skin for optimal absorption of overnight regenerative actives.
Retinal Night Cream
An advanced retinal night treatment that accelerates cellular renewal, visibly improves skin texture and supports overnight regeneration for smoother, firmer and more radiant skin.
Benefits
Accelerates overnight cellular renewal
Visibly improves texture, firmness and skin clarity
Helps reduce fine lines, wrinkles and uneven pigmentation
Supports collagen production while strengthening the skin barrier
Visibly improves texture, firmness and skin clarity
Helps reduce fine lines, wrinkles and uneven pigmentation
Supports collagen production while strengthening the skin barrier
Suitable For
Intermediate to advanced retinoid users
Fine lines, wrinkles and loss of firmness
Uneven tone, pigmentation and sun damage
Blemish-prone, congested or aging skin seeking overnight renewal
Fine lines, wrinkles and loss of firmness
Uneven tone, pigmentation and sun damage
Blemish-prone, congested or aging skin seeking overnight renewal
Key Features
2.5% Encapsulated Retinaldehyde Regeneration Complex
Advanced Regenerative Biotechnology & Botanical Stem Cells
Barrier-Supporting Nighttime Repair Formula
Fragrance-Free • Essential Oil-Free • Vegan & Cruelty-Free
Advanced Regenerative Biotechnology & Botanical Stem Cells
Barrier-Supporting Nighttime Repair Formula
Fragrance-Free • Essential Oil-Free • Vegan & Cruelty-Free
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How to Use
PM ONLY
ACTIVATE
Mist the skin generously with Micro-Hydration Activator Mist to replenish hydration and create the ideal environment for enhanced delivery of Retinal and restorative bio-actives.
REGENERATE
Apply a pea-sized amount of Retinal Night Cream evenly over the face, neck and décolleté, avoiding the eye area. Begin using twice weekly, gradually increasing frequency as skin builds tolerance.
NOURISH
Finish with a few drops of Neroli Infused Marula Oil to replenish essential lipids, support the skin barrier and help maximize overnight moisture and skin comfort.
The Formula
Precision engineered for overnight regeneration
The Technology
Next-generation retinal delivery
The Source
Where nature meets regenerative science
The Ingredients
Every active has a biological purpose
Why This Formula Matters
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2.5% ENCAPSULATED RETINAL REGENERATION COMPLEX
Powered by 0.25% encapsulated Retinaldehyde, this next-generation Vitamin A accelerates cellular renewal, supports healthy collagen production and visibly improves fine lines, wrinkles and skin texture with exceptional efficacy and improved skin compatibility.
II.
ADVANCED OVERNIGHT RENEWAL
Regenerative peptides, Lupine Oligosaccharides, botanical stem cells and Laminaria Algae work alongside the skin's natural nighttime repair cycle to help improve elasticity, skin density and visible firmness while supporting long-term skin resilience.
III.
BARRIER SUPPORT & HYDRATION
Niacinamide, Panthenol, Hyaluronic Acid and Olive Squalane replenish moisture while reinforcing the skin's protective barrier, helping maintain comfort and hydration throughout the regenerative process.
IV.
MULTI-PATHWAY SKIN REFINEMENT
Azelaic Acid, Lactic Acid, Willow Bark, Fulvic Acid and antioxidant-rich botanicals work across multiple pathways to visibly improve uneven tone, refine texture, minimize the appearance of pores and reveal a brighter, smoother complexion.
Active Ingredients
2.5% ENCAPSULATED RETINAL
[ 2.5% Encapsulated Retinaldehyde • Cyclodextrin Delivery System ]
Retinaldehyde is a next-generation form of Vitamin A that converts efficiently within the skin to accelerate cellular renewal while offering excellent skin compatibility. Its encapsulated delivery system provides a gradual release, helping maximize overnight regeneration while minimizing irritation.
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BIOTECHNOLOGY & MARINE BIO-ACTIVES
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CORRECTIVE BRIGHTENING TECHNOLOGY
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BARRIER RECOVERY & ANTIOXIDANT DEFENSE
KEY INGREDIENTS: 2.5% Retinaldehyde: Delivers advanced concentration, with the most potent, effective retinoid results. BOOSTS AND PROTECTS COLLAGEN; INCREASES CELL TURNOVER AND ENHANCES BARRIER FUNCTION SODIUM ASCORBYL PHOSPHATE: ANTIOXIDANT THAT PROTECTS AND IMPROVES THE SKIN’S ENVIRONMENTAL DEFENCE BARRIER LAMINARIA ALGAE: ANTI-AGING AND REPAIRING NIACINAMIDE + PANTHENOL: ENHANCES HYDRATION, SOOTHES, SOFTENS AND MOISTURIZES LUPINE OLIGOSACCHARIDES: REPAIRING AND REGENERATING COQ10 + RESVERATROL + Caffein: antioxidants LACTIC acid + WILLOW BARK: REDUCE HYPERPIGMENTATION AND IMPROVE SKIN TONE AND TEXTURE AZELAIC ACID: TREATS SKIN CONDITIONS LIKE ROSACEA, HYPERPIGMENTATION, MELASMA AND ACNE FULVIC ACID: minimizes pores, reduces acne scarring DRAGON’S BLOOD + ZINC: anti-inflammatory MARULA: COLLAGEN-BOOSTING & SOOTHING ROOIBOS + HONEYBUSH: SOOTHE & REDUCE REDNESS INCI LIST: Aqua (Water), Sclerocarya Birrea (Marula) Seed Oil, Cetearyl Alcohol, Cetearyl Glucoside, Hydrolyzed Rice Protein, Retinal (Retinaldehyde), Olive Squalane, Cyclodextrin, Pentylene Glycol, Glycerin, Butyrospermum Parkii, Cetyl Alcohol, Sorghum Bicolor Stalk Juice, Yeast Extract, Hydrolyzed fucoidan (Laminaria) Algae Extract, Rubus Chamaemorus (Cloud Berry) Seed Oil, Isoamyl Laurate, Glyceryl Oleate Citrate, Hydrolyzed Myrtus Communis Leaf Extract, Calendula Officinalis Flower Extract, Hyaluronic Acid, Medicago Sativa (Alfalfa) Seed Extract, Hydrolyzed Lupine Protein, Malus Domestica Fruit Cell Culture (Swiss Apple Stem Cells), Xanthan Gum, Lecithin, Butylene Glycol, Sodium Ascorbyl Phosphate (Vitamin C), Niacinamide, Panthenol, Ubiquinone (CoQ10), Alpha Tocopheryl Acetate, Vitis Vinifera Seed Oil, Anthemis Nobilis Extract, Zinc Gluconate, Croton Lechleri (Dragon’s Blood) Extract, Rosa-Senensis (Hibiscus) Extract, Resveratrol, Caffein, Adansonia Digitata (Baobab) Oil, Citrillus Lanatus (Kalahari Melon) Seed Oil, Schinziophyton Rautanenii (Mongongo) Kernel Oil, Aspalathus Linearis (Rooibos) Leaf Extract, Kigelia Africana Extract, Cyclopia Genistoides (Honeybush) Leaf Extract, Cucumis Sativus Extract, Arnica Cordifolia Extract, Salix Alba (Willow Bark) Extract, Centella Asiatica Extract, Althaea Officinalis (Marshmallow) Extract, Lactic Acid, Azelaic Acid, Fulvic Acid, Rosa Moschata (Rosehip) Seed Oil, Aloe Ferox Leaf Extract, Ethylhexylglycerin, Phenoxyethanol. Contains ethically and responsibly sourced ingredients. 100% Vegan & Cruelty-Free. CAUTION: For external use only. Discontinue use if irritation occurs. Not suitable for use during pregnancy or while breastfeeding. THIS INGREDIENT LIST IS SUBJECT TO CHANGE. PLEASE REFER TO YOUR PRODUCT PACKAGING FOR THE MOST ACCURATE INFORMATION.
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FAQ
Retinal Night Cream is a deeply regenerating overnight treatment cream powered by 2.5% encapsulated, ultra-stabilized retinaldehyde — the most advanced and effective form of vitamin A available without a prescription. The formula pairs this next-generation retinoid with niacinamide, lactic acid, willow bark, azelaic acid, vitamin C, CoQ10, resveratrol, and South African botanicals to visibly refine skin texture, even tone, soften the look of fine lines and wrinkles, and support a smoother, firmer, more luminous-looking complexion overnight.
Retinaldehyde — also called retinal — is one molecular step away from retinoic acid, the active form of vitamin A that your skin actually uses. Retinol, by contrast, requires two conversion steps in the skin before becoming active. This shorter pathway makes retinaldehyde faster-acting, more efficient at lower concentrations, and significantly gentler than traditional retinol. In our Retinal Night Cream, we use a premium 0.25% concentration of encapsulated, ultra-stabilized retinaldehyde — a treatment-tier formulation designed to deliver visible results with less of the irritation often associated with retinoid use.
Retinal Night Cream is formulated for intermediate to advanced retinoid users seeking a high-performance overnight treatment to address visible signs of aging, uneven tone, loss of firmness, and blemish-prone skin. While retinaldehyde is celebrated as the most tolerable form of vitamin A, this 2.5% concentration is a serious treatment-strength formulation. If you are entirely new to retinoids, we recommend introducing it very gradually following the phasing guide below. Mature skin, skin showing signs of fatigue, fine lines, loss of bounce, or uneven tone particularly benefits from this formulation.
We recommend phasing Retinal Night Cream in gradually to allow your skin to acclimate:
— Weeks 1–2: Use twice a week.
— Weeks 3–4: Use every other night.
— Week 5 onward: Use nightly.
Always apply to clean, dry skin in the evening, and always wear a broad-spectrum SPF the following morning. This phased approach helps minimize sensitivity while allowing your skin to build tolerance to retinaldehyde's active benefits.
— Weeks 1–2: Use twice a week.
— Weeks 3–4: Use every other night.
— Week 5 onward: Use nightly.
Always apply to clean, dry skin in the evening, and always wear a broad-spectrum SPF the following morning. This phased approach helps minimize sensitivity while allowing your skin to build tolerance to retinaldehyde's active benefits.
A short period of adjustment is common when beginning any retinoid, including retinaldehyde. Some skin may experience mild dryness, light flaking, or temporary breakouts as cell turnover accelerates. This typically subsides within two to four weeks. To minimize this adjustment phase, follow the gradual phasing schedule, apply Retinal Night Cream to clean, completely dry skin, and follow with a nourishing moisturizer or face oil to support comfort. If significant irritation persists, reduce frequency and consult your dermatologist or skincare professional.
Yes. Retinaldehyde is widely considered one of the most effective ingredients for addressing visible signs of aging. In this formulation, it works alongside lupine peptides, hyaluronic acid, vitamin C, CoQ10, resveratrol, and Swiss apple stem cells to help soften the look of fine lines and wrinkles, support a firmer, more elastic-looking complexion, and visibly refine skin texture overnight. With consistent use, skin appears smoother, more sculpted, and more youthful.
Yes. The formula is designed to help visibly even skin tone and reduce the appearance of dark spots, post-blemish marks, and overall dullness. Retinaldehyde supports cell turnover, while niacinamide, vitamin C, lactic acid, willow bark, and azelaic acid work together to brighten the complexion and refine the look of uneven tone. With consistent use, skin appears clearer, more luminous, and more even.
Yes. Retinaldehyde is uniquely effective for blemish-prone skin among retinoids, with naturally clarifying properties that help support a clearer-looking complexion. The formula helps refine the look of pores, support balanced-looking skin, and reduce the appearance of post-blemish marks. Niacinamide, azelaic acid, and zinc further support a calmer, clearer-looking complexion.
Retinaldehyde works best while your skin is in its natural overnight repair phase, when active ingredients can perform without competing with environmental stressors. It can also increase the skin's sensitivity to UV exposure. For this reason, Retinal Night Cream is formulated exclusively for evening use, and a broad-spectrum SPF the following morning is essential to protect your results and prevent UV-related damage.
Yes, with thoughtful sequencing. Vitamin C is best applied in the morning and pairs beautifully with Retinal Night Cream used in the evening — together they support brightness, firmness, and protection. Peptide serums layer well underneath Retinal Night Cream at night. Exfoliating acids (AHAs, BHAs) should not be used in the same routine as Retinal Night Cream; instead, alternate them on different nights to avoid over-sensitizing the skin.
No. Retinal Night Cream is not suitable for use during pregnancy or while breastfeeding. Vitamin A derivatives, including retinaldehyde, are not recommended during these stages. We suggest pausing use during pregnancy and nursing, and resuming once advised by your healthcare provider.
In the evening, apply a pea-sized amount to clean, completely dry face, neck, and décolletage. Allow to fully absorb before following with a moisturizer or facial oil if desired. Always wear a broad-spectrum SPF the following morning. Use according to the phasing schedule above, building gradually to nightly use as your skin acclimates.
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