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Advanced Retinol Body Treatment Cream

Advanced Retinol Body Treatment Cream

$90.00 USD
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Facial-grade performance, formulated for the body. A precision night treatment with biotech-derived Retinol, a triple AHA complex, Niacinamide and bio-adaptive South African botanicals — designed to visibly resurface, renew and strengthen skin over time.

Formulated at pH 4.5–5.5 for optimal active delivery, it works progressively — visibly improving texture, tone, and skin density with consistent use. A bio-adaptive botanical complex of Marula, Honeybush, Rooibos, Aloe Ferox, and Centella Asiatica supports barrier resilience and helps calm the appearance of irritation as the actives work.

A warming aromatic blend of Rose Geranium, Bergamot, Frankincense, and Black Pepper makes the nightly application a genuinely sensorial ritual.

Designed for use at night. Formulated to perform like a facial treatment — on the body.

About The Product

Most body moisturizers address hydration. This one addresses the structural quality of skin.
The Advanced Retinol Body Treatment Cream is a facial-grade night treatment formulated specifically for the body — combining biotech-derived Retinol with a triple AHA complex, Niacinamide and Polyglutamic Acid to support visible cellular renewal, surface refinement and sustained moisture retention simultaneously. Formulated at pH 4.5–5.5 for optimal active delivery, it works progressively — visibly improving texture, tone and skin density with consistent use.
A bio-adaptive botanical complex of Marula, Honeybush, Rooibos, Aloe Ferox and Centella Asiatica supports barrier resilience and helps calm the appearance of irritation as the active ingredients work. A warming aromatic blend of Rose Geranium, Bergamot, Frankincense and Black Pepper makes the nightly application a genuinely sensorial ritual.
Designed for use at night. Formulated to perform like a facial treatment — on the body.

Ingredients

KEY INGREDIENTS:
VITAMIN A (Bio-Retinol 0.2%): SMOOTHS FINE LINES & boosts collagen
NIACINAMIDE: IMPROVES UNEVEN SKIN TONE
POLYGLUTAMIC ACID: PREVENTS DEHYDRATION
GLYCOLIC + MANDELIC + LACTIC ACID: IMPROVE SKIN TONE AND TEXTURE
CAFFEINE: firms
HONEYBUSH + ROOIBOS LEAF: SOOTHE AND REDUCE REDNESS
MARULA + ALLANTOIN: hydrate & repair
ALOE FEROX: hydrates & boosts collagen

AROMATHERAPY NOTES:
GERANIUM LEAF: SOOTHING AND BALANCING
PETITGRAIN: promotes relaxation
Bergamot: HELPS REDUCE ANXIETY AND STRESS
ROSEMARY: mood-boosting
Frankincense: ANTI-INFLAMMATORY & GROUNDING PROPERTIES

INCI LIST:
Aqua, Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) Butter, Vitis Vinifera (Grape) Seed Oil, Glycerin, Cetearyl Alcohol, Cetearyl Glucoside, Isoamyl Laurate, Isopropyl Myristate, Niacinamide, Glycolic Acid, Mandelic Acid, Lactic Acid, Polyglutamic Acid, Caffeine, Allantoin, Cetyl Alcohol, Carbomer, Butylene Glycol, Potassium Cetyl Phosphate, Pelargonium Roseum (Rose Geranium) Oil, Sclerocarya Birrea Seed Oil, Retinol, Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Oil, Tocopherol, Rosmarinus Officinalis (Rosemary) Leaf Extract, Persea Gratissima (Avocado) Oil, Citrus Aurantium Bergamia (Bergamot) Peel Oil, Citrus Aurantium Amara (Bitter Orange) Leaf/Twig Oil, Boswellia Carterii Oil, Olea Europaea (Olive) Fruit Oil, Cyclopia Genistoides Leaf Extract, Aspalathus Linearis Leaf Extract, Centella Asiatica extract, Aloe Ferox Leaf Extract, Piper Nigrum Fruit Oil, Sodium Hydroxide, Phenoxyethanol, Ethylhexylglycerin.
Contains ethically and responsibly sourced ingredients. pH 4.5-5.5

CAUTION: For external use only. Discontinue use if irritation occurs. Not suitable for use during pregnancy or while breastfeeding. Not intended for facial use.

THIS INGREDIENT LIST IS SUBJECT TO CHANGE. PLEASE REFER TO YOUR PRODUCT PACKAGING FOR THE MOST ACCURATE INFORMATION.

Skin Concerns

For All skin types including mature skin

Benefits

Helps visibly resurface and refine uneven skin texture with consistent use
Supports the appearance of smoother, more even skin tone
Formulated with a triple AHA complex — Glycolic, Mandelic and Lactic Acid — for progressive surface renewal
Delivers deep, sustained hydration — Polyglutamic Acid helps improve the skin's moisture retention capacity
Supports the appearance of firmer, more structured skin over time
Visibly calms redness and soothes the appearance of irritation
Helps address the appearance of crepiness and uneven texture on targeted areas
Cruelty free · Vegan · Made in South Africa

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Advanced Retinol Body Treatment Cream

DIRECTIONS
PM only — use as a ritual, not a routine.

Apply a thin layer to clean skin at night. Can be used as a targeted treatment on areas prone to crepiness, uneven texture or hyperpigmentation. Begin with every other night and build to nightly use as skin adjusts. Always apply a broad-spectrum SPF during the day and limit sun exposure while using this product.

Note: Retinol increases skin sensitivity to UV. SPF is essential during the day.

TEXTURE
Creamy and velvety — glides effortlessly over skin, absorbs without heaviness and leaves a silky-smooth finish.

SCENT
Warm and woody with aromatic notes of Rose Geranium, Bergamot, Frankincense and Black Pepper.

WHAT DOES ADVANCED RETINOL BODY TREATMENT CREAM DO?

Advanced Retinol Body Treatment Cream is a facial-grade night treatment formulated for the body. It combines biotech-derived Retinol at 0.2% with a triple AHA complex, Niacinamide and Polyglutamic Acid to support visible cellular renewal, refine the appearance of skin texture, and improve moisture retention. Designed for use on areas prone to crepiness, uneven texture, or loss of firmness — including the neck, décolleté, arms, and thighs.

WHAT MAKES THIS DIFFERENT FROM OTHER RETINOL BODY CREAMS?

Most body creams focus on hydration. This one addresses the structural quality of skin. Advanced Retinol Body Treatment Cream is formulated at facial-grade strength — 0.2% biotech-derived Retinol delivered at pH 4.5–5.5 for optimal bioavailability, alongside a triple AHA complex, Niacinamide, and Polyglutamic Acid. It performs as a night treatment, not a moisturizer — designed for progressive, cumulative results with consistent use.

HOW DO I USE ADVANCED RETINOL BODY TREATMENT CREAM?

Apply a thin layer to clean skin at night. Massage in slow, deliberate strokes across the body, with particular attention to areas prone to crepiness, uneven texture, or hyperpigmentation. Begin with every other night and build to nightly use as skin adjusts. Always apply a broad-spectrum SPF during the day and limit sun exposure — retinol increases the skin's sensitivity to UV.

WHEN WILL I SEE RESULTS?

With consistent nightly use, the appearance of smoother, more even skin texture typically becomes visible within four to six weeks. Improvements in the appearance of firmness, elasticity, and skin density develop progressively over eight to twelve weeks. Retinol works cumulatively — the longer and more consistently it's used, the more visible the transformation. Patience delivers the results.

DOES THIS HELP WITH CREPEY SKIN?

Yes — Advanced Retinol Body Treatment Cream is specifically formulated to address the appearance of crepiness. The biotech-derived Retinol supports collagen synthesis, while the triple AHA complex progressively refines the surface. Polyglutamic Acid improves moisture retention, restoring the appearance of plumpness. With consistent nightly use, the appearance of crepey skin on arms, décolleté, and thighs visibly improves over time.

CAN I USE THIS ON MY NECK AND DÉCOLLETÉ?

Yes — the neck and décolleté are among the most rewarding areas to treat with this cream. These areas are typically neglected in daily skincare yet show visible signs of aging early. Apply a thin layer at night in gentle upward strokes. Because the skin here is delicate, we recommend starting with every third night and building tolerance gradually.

IS THIS SAFE DURING PREGNANCY OR BREASTFEEDING?

No — retinol products are not recommended during pregnancy or breastfeeding. We advise discontinuing use throughout this period. In the meantime, we recommend our Firming & Energizing Body Oil, Floral Body Cream Concentrate or Stretchmark Botanical Body Oil, or any of our bio-adaptive botanical body treatments as pregnancy-safe alternatives.

WILL THIS IRRITATE SENSITIVE SKIN?

The formula is designed to minimize irritation through a precision-dosed Retinol (0.2%), a bio-adaptive botanical complex, and a soothing base of Niacinamide, Allantoin, and Aloe Ferox. Suitable for sensitive skin when introduced gradually. Begin with every third night and build tolerance slowly. If irritation occurs, reduce frequency until skin adjusts.