ACTIVATE
After cleansing, apply Infusion Essence to deeply hydrate the skin and prepare it for optimal absorption while supporting the skin's natural regenerative processes.
Intensive Recovery Oil
A regenerative retinol oil-serum for visibly smoother, firmer and more luminous skin.
Benefits
Visibly smooths fine lines and wrinkles
Improves firmness and skin texture
Helps refine uneven tone and pigmentation
Restores suppleness and luminosity
Improves firmness and skin texture
Helps refine uneven tone and pigmentation
Restores suppleness and luminosity
Suitable For
Normal, dry and combination skin
Mature or visibly aging skin
Uneven tone and loss of firmness
Dull, lipid-depleted skin
Mature or visibly aging skin
Uneven tone and loss of firmness
Dull, lipid-depleted skin
Key Features
Stabilized Time-Release Retinol
Marine Biotechnology Complex
Omega-Rich Botanical Lipid Therapy
Bio-Adaptive African Botanicals
Marine Biotechnology Complex
Omega-Rich Botanical Lipid Therapy
Bio-Adaptive African Botanicals
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How to Use
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RECOVER
Apply Resurrection Cell Recovery Serum to deliver advanced cellular repair, strengthen the skin barrier and visibly improve resilience.
REGENERATE
Massage a small amount over the face, neck and décolleté to support overnight renewal, visibly improve firmness and replenish moisture while restoring the skin's protective barrier.
RENEW
Warm 5–8 drops between your palms and gently press onto the face, neck and décolleté to replenish essential lipids, seal in hydration and deliver advanced regenerative actives for smoother, firmer and more radiant-looking skin.
The Formula
A serum's performance. an oil's intuition.
The Technology
Intelligently engineered. gently delivered.
The Source
Inspired by most resilient landscapes.
The Ingredients
Where botanical wisdom meets modern biology.
Why This Formula Matters
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ADVANCED MULTI-PATHWAY REGENERATION COMPLEX
Rather than relying on a single anti-aging ingredient, this synergistic complex targets multiple biological mechanisms simultaneously to visibly improve wrinkles, firmness, pigmentation and overall skin vitality.
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TIME-RELEASE RETINOL TECHNOLOGY
Encapsulated, stabilized Retinol is gradually released to support continuous cellular renewal, improve the appearance of fine lines and promote smoother, firmer and more even-looking skin with enhanced comfort.
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MARINE BIOTECHNOLOGY & ANTIOXIDANT DEFENSE
Blue Marine Micro-Algae, Vitamin C Ester and CoQ10 work together to help defend against oxidative stress, support collagen production and protect skin from visible environmental aging.
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OMEGA-RICH BOTANICAL LIPID THERAPY
A restorative blend of Marula, Kalahari Melon, Baobab, Rosehip, Mongongo and Evening Primrose Oils replenishes essential fatty acids, strengthens the moisture barrier and delivers lasting nourishment while maintaining exceptional lightness on the skin.
Active Ingredients
ADVANCED MULTI-PATHWAY REGENERATION COMPLEX
[ Advanced Regenerative Oil-Serum Technology ]
A sophisticated regenerative complex that combines advanced vitamin technology, marine biotechnology and nutrient-rich botanical oils to support multiple biological pathways involved in skin renewal. Designed to visibly improve wrinkles, firmness, uneven tone and radiance while strengthening the skin barrier and replenishing essential lipids.
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STABILIZED TIME-RELEASE RETINOL
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BLUE MARINE MICRO-ALGAE
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OMEGA LIPID COMPLEX
Complete The Ritual
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Complete your regimen with formulas selected to layer beautifully.
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REVIEWS
5.0
7 reviews
FAQ
The Intensive Recovery Oil is a lightweight, multi-correcting retinol facial oil from African Botanics. It combines time-release encapsulated retinol with Blue Marine Micro-Algae, THD Ascorbate (Vitamin C), CoQ10, and a Distinct Oil Complex rich in Omegas 3, 6, 7 and 9 — to refine texture, even tone, and restore a more youthful, luminous complexion while strengthening the skin barrier.
Both. It's a retinol treatment delivered in a nourishing facial-oil base — pairing the renewing benefits of stabilized Vitamin A with the essential fatty acids of Marula, Rosehip, and Baobab. The result is the corrective power of retinol with the comfort and barrier support of an oil, so it renews without the dryness retinol can cause.
The retinol is encapsulated and stabilized with time-release technology, meaning it's delivered gradually rather than all at once. This keeps the Vitamin A stable and active while making it gentler and more comfortable on the skin — a smoother, more sustained renewal with less risk of irritation.
All skin types — normal, dry, combination, oily, and unbalanced complexions. The lightweight, fast-absorbing formula suits oily and combination skin as readily as dry, while the fatty-acid complex and soothing botanicals make it well-suited to skin that's environmentally stressed or sun-exposed.
Fine lines, wrinkles, uneven tone, dark spots, blemishes, redness, dryness, and loss of firmness. Retinol and Rosehip refine texture and the appearance of lines; Micro-Algae and CoQ10 defend against aging; Vitamin C brightens; and the Omega-rich oils soothe, nourish, and fortify the barrier against pollution and UV exposure.
Apply a few drops to cleansed skin, pressing gently over the face, neck, and décolleté. As a retinol treatment, it's best used in the evening. Follow with a moisturizer if desired. Begin two to three nights per week and build up gradually as your skin adjusts.
Yes — the Oil and the Intensive Recovery Cream are designed to work together. Apply the Oil first, allow it to absorb, then layer the Cream over the top to seal in the actives and deepen overnight nourishment. Together they form a complete recovery ritual for renewal and barrier repair.
It can be, with care. The time-release retinol, soothing Primrose, Calendula, Rose, and Immortelle, and the nourishing oil base make it gentler than many retinol treatments. As with any Vitamin A product, patch-test first and introduce it slowly, especially if your skin is reactive or new to retinol.
No — the oils used are lightweight and chosen to balance rather than congest. Marula, Rosehip, and Primrose are well-tolerated by oily and blemish-prone skin, and the retinol and Calendula actively help refine texture and reduce the appearance of blemishes. Apply a few drops only; a little is enough.
Yes. Retinol increases the skin's sensitivity to sunlight, so daily broad-spectrum SPF is essential. Sun protection also preserves the brightening and smoothing results you build overnight.
Skin often looks more nourished, calmer, and luminous within the first couple of weeks. The deeper retinol benefits — smoother fine lines, more even tone, refined texture — typically become visible with consistent use over 8 to 12 weeks, in line with the skin's renewal cycle.
If you're pregnant, planning to be, or breastfeeding, we recommend checking with your healthcare provider before adding any retinol product to your routine.
The texture is a light, fast-absorbing facial oil. The scent is a natural aromatherapy blend of Jasmine, Immortelle, and Rose — soft, floral, and restorative — chosen for both their sensory and skin-soothing benefits.
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