R+ Retinol 1% Night Serum

Meet the gold standard of skin transformation. R+ is a high-strength 1% Retinol serum designed for people who want real results without the "retinol uglies" (you know, the peeling, redness, and regret).

Retinol is the most evidence-backed ingredient in history for fixing texture, fading dark spots, and boosting collagen. The catch? Most high-strength serums hit your skin all at once, causing a freak-out.

We’ve used an encapsulated delivery system that slowly drips the Retinol into your skin over several hours. You get all the power, but with a much calmer "welcome" from your skin barrier. Combined with Ceramides and Peptides, it’s a professional-grade reset in a bottle.

The Slow Burn: Do not rush this. Use it once a week for the first 15–30 days. If your skin is happy, move to twice a week.
Only build to every other night if you’re a seasoned pro.

The Routine: Apply at night only to clean, totally dry skin. Wait 10 minutes after washing your face before applying: damp skin absorbs retinol too fast, which leads to irritation.

The Quantity: Pea size amounts is plenty. Avoid your lips and the delicate eye area.

The Morning After: You must wear Protect SPF 50 the next day. Retinol makes your skin extra sensitive to the sun.

Pro Tip: Follow with Recover Night Cream. They are designed to work together to keep your barrier strong while the Retinol does the heavy lifting.

Note: Do not use if pregnant or breastfeeding.

The Active Powerhouses:

Encapsulated Retinol (1%): The heavy hitter. This time-release version of Vitamin A speeds up cell turnover and stimulates collagen without the typical "crash" of standard retinol.

Ceramides: These are non-negotiable when using high-strength Retinol. They repair the "mortar" between your skin cells to prevent dryness and sensitivity.

Peptides: These support retinol’s firming goals via a different, soothing pathway, giving you a double-boost of structural support.

Squalane: A skin-compatible oil that keeps the formula silky and prevents your skin from feeling stripped.

Hyaluronic Acid & Vitamin E: To keep things hydrated and protected from oxidative stress.


Full Ingredient List: Aqua, Glycerin, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Squalane, Retinol, Ceramide NP, Ceramide AP, Ceramide EOP, Palmitoyl Tripeptide-1, Palmitoyl Tetrapeptide-7, Sodium Hyaluronate, Tocopherol, Phytosphingosine, Cholesterol, Sodium Lauroyl Lactylate, Polysorbate 20, Carbomer, Xanthan Gum, Phenoxyethanol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Disodium EDTA, Sodium Hydroxide.

We’re leading with peer-reviewed science here, 1% is a serious clinical concentration:

Time-Release Tech: Clinical research confirms that encapsulated retinol reduces the "Initial Irritation Response" by up to 50% compared to non-encapsulated formulas, by slowing the rate of absorption.

Collagen Synthesis: Retinol is clinically proven to bind to retinoid receptors in the skin, triggering the production of Type I collagen and inhibiting the enzymes that break it down.

Texture & Pigment: Studies show a measurable reduction in fine lines and hyperpigmentation after 8 to 12 weeks of consistent use at a 1% concentration.

Barrier Protection: The addition of Ceramides and Cholesterol is documented to offset the temporary barrier thinning that happens when you first start a high-strength retinoid.

The 16-Week Peak: While you’ll see a "glow" early on, clinical peak results for deep wrinkles and structural firmness typically manifest between weeks 12 and 16.