Comprehensive well-ageing serum in a lightweight emulsion featuring:

Stabilised, encapsulated retinal (0.06%): Retinal is the immediate precursor to retinoic acid (the active form of Vitamin A which is used to promote collagen production in the skin). Promotes healthy ageing through improved skin smoothness, a more even skin tone and increased radiance. Encapsulated to improve stability and create extended delivery for continued efficacy. Reduced potential for irritation vs other forms of retinoids due to the encapsulation

Signalling peptides palmitoyl oligopeptide, palmitoyl tetrapeptide-7, palmitoyl tripeptide-38 (Matrixyl 3000, Matrixyl Synthe' 6): these well-known peptides act as messengers to promote skin repair to restore and retain the skin's appearance, smoothing and plumping the skin

Licorice extract: can help fade sun damage and hyperpigmentation with its gentle brightening and soothing action

Amino acids: a blend of amino acids which make up part of the skin's own Natural Moisturising Factors (NMF), these skin-identical components help to support skin hydration

Ceramides: key components of your skin’s natural lipid mix, this skin-identical lipid complex contains 3 different types of ceramides, cholesterol and the ceramide precursor phytosphingosine to help form a protective layer and reduce moisture loss from the skin's surface.

To learn more about barrier renew retinal serum and get tips for incorporating it successfully into your routine, check out our blog post on barrier renew retinal serum!

pH: 5-5.5

Apply a small amount (1-2 pumps) and gently massage into clean, dry skin at night (can be applied after barrier support serum has dried down). Follow with moisturiser (if needed). Start using twice weekly, then increase to 3-4 times a week once adjusted. Avoid using exfoliators in the same routine with this product to minimise irritation. For more detailed instructions on how to add this retinal into your routine, read this page.

For a comprehensive overview of retinoids check out this blog post. 

In the daytime, be sunsmart and always complete your routine with a broad-spectrum sunscreen of at least SPF30 to protect your skin. 

Retinal and other retinoids should be avoided whilst pregnant or trying to conceive.

Store in a cool, dry place out of direct sunlight. For external use only. Keep out of the reach of children. 

Aqua, Glycerin, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Squalane, Cetyl Alcohol, Glyceryl Stearate SE, Propanediol Dicaprylate, Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) Butter, Potassium Cetyl Phosphate, Avena Sativa (Oat) Kernel Oil, Panthenol, Glycyrrhiza Glabra (Licorice) Root Extract, Sodium PCA, Retinal, Palmitoyl Tripeptide-38, Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Oil, Xylitol, Palmitoyl Oligopeptide, Palmitoyl Tetrapeptide-7, Phospholipids, Sodium Lactate, Ceramide NP, Cholesterol, Phytosphingosine, Ceramide AP, Lactic Acid, Ceramide EOP, Linoleic Acid, Dimethicone, Pentylene Glycol, Anhydroxylitol, Xylitylglucoside, Allantoin, Alanine, Isoleucine, Sodium Hyaluronate, Olea Europaea (Olive) Fruit Oil, PCA, Histidine, Arginine, Threonine, Proline, Valine, Aspartic Acid, Phenylalanine, Glycine, Serine, Lycopene, Retinyl Palmitate, Ascorbyl Palmitate, Rubus Chamaemorus (Cloud Berry) Seed Oil, Lonicera Japonica (Honeysuckle) Flower Extract,  Lonicera Caprifolium (Honeysuckle) Flower Extract, Phenoxyethanol, Tocopherol, Tocopheryl Acetate, Cyclodextrin, Butylene Glycol, Xanthan Gum, Ethylhexylglycerin, Leuconostoc/Radish Root Ferment Filtrate, Sodium Lauroyl Lactylate, Hydroxypropyl Cyclodextrin, Carbomer, Polysorbate 20

Vegan friendly. Made in the UK

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UK:

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• Express: 2-4 working days from despatch
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