Repair Crème 0.3% Retinol Complex

Two things make this formula genuinely distinctive. First, the retinol complex itself: the 0.3% here is encapsulated 0.1% retinoid plus 0.2% bakuchiol — a meaningfully different formulation from the 0.3% Pure Liquid Retinol serum on the site. Encapsulation slows the retinol's release into the skin, reducing the irritation risk and making it more suitable for first-time retinol users and sensitive skin than non-encapsulated pure retinol at the same stated dose. Bakuchiol activates the same receptor pathways as retinol and synergistically amplifies the anti-ageing effects while further buffering against irritation. Second, the brightening dimension: this formula adds a full skin acid complex — glycolic and lactic acids for cell turnover and radiance, kojic acid for dark spot inhibition — plus niacinamide for melanin transfer blockade and ferulic acid for environmental protection. Most retinol creams target ageing or firmness. This one simultaneously targets fine lines, firmness, pigmentation, radiance, and texture — five anti-ageing outcomes in a single evening step. XOSM™ Technology delivers ectoin, fat-soluble vitamin C, and astaxanthin to boost retinol's performance and protect the barrier throughout. Bisabolol and ginger neutralise any irritation before it starts. Hyaluronic acid and squalane ensure no dryness. This is the most comprehensive entry-level retinol on the site — and for many clients, it's the only evening product they need.

It's specifically designed for both — and the How To Use copy states no acclimation period is required for most users, which is a strong claim for a formula containing both retinol and glycolic acid. That outcome is produced by three things working simultaneously: the encapsulated delivery slows retinol release so the skin isn't hit with the full dose at once; bisabolol and ginger actively suppress any inflammatory response before it manifests as redness or irritation; and the shea butter, hyaluronic acid, squalane, and phospholipid base keeps the barrier nourished and comfortable throughout. The skin types listed are new retinol users, sensitive skin, and dry and dull skin — a clear signal this is the entry point, not an intermediate product. If you're completely new to retinol, the conservative starting protocol is two to three evenings per week, building toward nightly use over two to four weeks. Most clients find they can move to nightly use without any sensitivity issues. If you've tried retinol before and reacted, the encapsulation and bakuchiol combination here is a genuinely different experience from most retinol products.

It replaces your evening moisturiser — it's both. Apply one to two pumps to cleansed skin every night. Allow it to absorb fully before sleep. No additional moisturiser is needed over the top — the hyaluronic acid, squalane, shea butter, and panthenol base provides all the overnight hydration and barrier support your skin needs while the actives work. Morning SPF is mandatory: the retinol, glycolic acid, and lactic acid all increase UV photosensitivity, and skipping morning SPF directly counteracts the renewal the crème is producing overnight. The How To Use copy also notes an upgrade path: after four or more months of comfortable nightly use, consider stepping up to the AGELESS+ Overnight Masque 0.5% for enhanced results.

Apply 1–2 pumps to cleansed skin every night. Allow to absorb fully before sleep. Follow with broad-spectrum SPF the next morning — retinol increases UV sensitivity. No acclimation period required for most users. If you are completely new to retinol, begin with 2–3 evenings per week and increase to nightly use as tolerated. Once you have used this product daily for 4+ months without irritation, consider stepping up to the AGELESS+ Overnight Masque 0.5% for enhanced results.

Early and across multiple dimensions. Skin feels more hydrated and noticeably softer from the first morning after use — the shea butter and squalane base delivers immediate comfort. The glycolic and lactic acid component produces visible radiance improvement within the first one to two weeks as the surface cell turnover accelerates. The clinical data for this product shows 100% more supple skin and 97% firmer skin in four weeks — both measured from a clinical study, not a consumer perception survey. Those are strong and specific firmness and suppleness numbers. Visible improvement in fine lines and dark spots follows the standard four to eight week timeline as the encapsulated retinol and bakuchiol structural work accumulates. All ten TRSA reviewers gave this five stars — the highest review count on any product we've covered so far in this session, and consistent language around comfort, hydration, and visible brightness from early in the routine.

No — same position as every retinoid-containing product on this site, and the presence of encapsulated retinol doesn't change the position. All retinoids in all forms and concentrations, including encapsulated cosmetic-grade retinol, are contraindicated during pregnancy and breastfeeding. The glycolic acid component also warrants the conservative position for leave-on products during pregnancy. If you're pregnant or breastfeeding and looking for an effective evening moisturiser that delivers anti-ageing, brightening, and barrier support results, I'd recommend the ORMEDIC Biopeptide Crème or BIOME+ Smoothing Cloud Crème as alternatives — both are explicitly pregnancy-safe and deliver meaningful skin health outcomes without the restricted actives. Contact me if you'd like a personalised recommendation for your current skin needs.

This is the entry point — designed specifically for new retinol users and sensitive skin introducing retinol for the first time. It can also be the long-term home for clients who don't want or need to step further. For those who want to progress: the How To Use copy recommends stepping up to the AGELESS+ Overnight Masque 0.5% Retinol Complex after four or more months of comfortable nightly use without irritation. The 0.5% Overnight Masque uses the same encapsulation approach and bakuchiol pairing but at a higher concentration, and adds XOSM™ Technology astaxanthin and the dual hyaluronic filling sphere system. For clients wanting to start the Pure Liquid Retinol serum series instead, the 0.1% Pure Liquid Retinol serum is the parallel entry point — non-encapsulated, oil-serum format, different delivery and texture, appropriate for normal to oily skin that wants faster bioavailability. The Repair Crème is the better starting choice for sensitive, dry, and first-time retinol users; the 0.1% Pure Liquid Retinol is better for normal to oily skin or clients who prefer a lightweight oil-serum format.

The 14.2g ($64.95) is a meaningful trial — at nightly use of one to two pumps, it lasts approximately three to four weeks, covering the initial introduction period and giving you a clear picture of how your skin responds. For clients completely new to retinol, this is the right starting size. The 50g ($184.95) lasts approximately two to three months at nightly use and is significantly better value per gram. For clients who are confident retinol is the right addition to their evening routine — or who are stepping up from another formula and know their skin tolerates it — the full size is the practical buy.

The value case is the breadth of what this delivers in a single step. Most evening retinol products do one thing: apply retinol to the skin and let the active work. The Repair Crème delivers encapsulated retinol plus bakuchiol synergy, XOSM™ Technology antioxidant and barrier protection, a three-acid brightening and pigmentation complex (glycolic, lactic, kojic), niacinamide melanin transfer inhibition, ferulic acid environmental protection, and a full hydrating base — all in the one evening application that also replaces your moisturiser. Clinical data: 100% more supple, 97% firmer in four weeks. Ten five-star TRSA reviews. At two to three months per 50g jar with nightly use, the per-night cost is modest for a formula doing this much work simultaneously. My 30-day results guarantee means you try it without risk.

Water/Aqua/Eau, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Niacinamide, C9-12 Alkane, Propanediol, Dimethicone, Glycerin, Glyceryl Stearate, PEG-100 Stearate, Glycolic Acid, Cetyl Alcohol, Cetearyl Alcohol, Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) Butter, Sodium Hydroxide, Lactic Acid, Squalane, Retinol, Bakuchiol, Bisabolol, Kojic Acid, Ferulic Acid, Zingiber Officinale (Ginger) Root Extract, Haematococcus Pluvialis Extract, Tetrahexyldecyl Ascorbate, Ectoin, Acetyl Tetrapeptide-2, Hyaluronic Acid, Linoleic Acid, Phospholipids, Tocopherol, Tocopheryl Acetate, Persea Gratissima (Avocado) Oil, Oryza Sativa (Rice) Bran Extract, Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Extract, Rosmarinus Officinalis (Rosemary) Leaf Extract, Vanilla Planifolia Fruit Extract, Mannitol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Coco-Caprylate/Caprate, Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate, Glycine Soja (Soybean) Sterols, Palmitic Acid, Stearic Acid, Polyacrylate Crosspolymer-6, Polysilicone-11, Caprylyl Glycol, Phosphatidylcholine, Pentylene Glycol, Hexylene Glycol, Disodium EDTA, Panthenol, Xanthan Gum, Polyglyceryl-10 Laurate, Methylpropanediol, T-Butyl Alcohol, Phenylpropanol, Phenoxyethanol, Magnesium Aluminum Silicate