{"product_id":"retinal-booster","title":"Vitamin A Reverse Retinal Booster","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDr.Luvion Retinal Booster\u003c\/strong\u003e is an evening face treatment with \u003cstrong\u003epure retinal\u003c\/strong\u003e (retinaldehyde) at \u003cstrong\u003e0.3%\u003c\/strong\u003e, in a Korean formula. Retinal is the form of vitamin A your skin recognises almost instantly: the retinol in ordinary creams has to be 'translated' twice before it can work, retinal only once. That's why it works 11 times faster than retinol, and it's gentler too. Alongside the retinal are \u003cstrong\u003eniacinamide\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003epanthenol\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003epeptides\u003c\/strong\u003e: the first two protect your skin while the retinal works, and the peptides (a peptide complex called Matrixyl 3000) work with the retinal to stimulate your skin's natural collagen production.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWho it's for\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you're 40, 45 or 50 and you've already tried countless creams. If you've used retinol for months without seeing any difference, or gave up because your skin burned and felt tight. If every morning you notice enlarged pores on your cheeks, rough texture, a less defined jawline and fine lines around your eyes and mouth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat changes, and when\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePores\u003c\/strong\u003e: look tighter and less visible.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTexture\u003c\/strong\u003e: skin becomes smooth and even, and foundation glides on without settling into lines.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFirmness\u003c\/strong\u003e: your face looks firmer, with a more defined jawline.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFine lines\u003c\/strong\u003e: the fine lines around your eyes and mouth are visibly reduced.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHere's an honest timeline. In the first week, your skin feels softer to the touch. By week two, texture looks more refined. In as little as 4 weeks, fine lines and wrinkles are visibly reduced, pores look smaller and skin tone looks more even: you'll see it when you compare a photo taken today with one from before. In the first few weeks your skin is adjusting, so it may feel a little tight or flake slightly. That's normal, and it's why you start slowly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat's inside\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePure 0.3% retinal\u003c\/strong\u003e: the vitamin A closest to its active form. Smooths texture, refines pores and visibly reduces fine lines.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNiacinamide\u003c\/strong\u003e: evens out skin tone, reduces the look of pores and strengthens the skin.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePanthenol\u003c\/strong\u003e: hydrates and soothes while the retinal works, so your skin doesn't feel tight or dry.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePeptides\u003c\/strong\u003e: a peptide complex, Matrixyl 3000, which works with the retinal to stimulate your skin's natural collagen production, for a firmer face and a more defined jawline.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFragrance-free and non-comedogenic. 15 ml tube: about a month's supply if you use it every day, and longer at the start, when you use it 3–4 times a week.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow to use\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIn the evening, on a clean, dry face and neck: two or three rice-grain-sized dots per area. You can use it around the eyes, but less often and with care.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTo start, 3–4 times a week; after 1–2 months, once your skin has adjusted, you can use it every day.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAfter a few minutes, apply your usual moisturiser. If you have sensitive skin, apply it beforehand as well.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIn the morning, always wear SPF.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDon't use exfoliating acids, pure vitamin C or other retinoids on the same evening. Not recommended during pregnancy or breastfeeding. Contains vitamin A: take your total daily intake into account before use. For the full night-by-night guide, see the \u003ca href=\"\/en-uk\/pages\/retinal-booster-routine\"\u003eRetinal Booster protocol\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eRetinal or retinol?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThey're two forms of the same vitamin A. Retinol does help, but your skin has to convert it twice before it can use it, and some is lost at every step. Retinal needs just one step: it arrives almost ready to use. That's why it works 11 times faster than retinol and is gentler: it delivers results in weeks rather than months, and it's the right choice if you've already tried retinol and seen no results, or ended up with irritated skin.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRetinol irritated my skin. Is the Retinal Booster any different?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. Here, retinal doesn't work alone: niacinamide and panthenol protect your skin while it works, and you start with 3–4 evenings a week. A slight tingle in the first few days is normal. If it really stings, take a few evenings off, then start again.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow long does a tube last?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAbout a month if you use it every day; at the start, at 3–4 times a week, it lasts longer. Fine lines and wrinkles are visibly reduced in as little as 4 weeks; a full course takes two or three tubes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan I use it around my eyes?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes, but it's a delicate area: use it there less often, and with care. For the eye area, you can also try our \u003ca href=\"\/en-uk\/products\/collagen-caffeine-eye-patches\"\u003eDr.Luvion Eye Patches\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhere can I buy it?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOnly on our official website, drluvion.com: you won't find it on Amazon or on the high street. Free shipping and our 90-Day Results or Money Back Guarantee.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eIngredients (INCI)\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAqua, Butylene Glycol, Glycerin, Caprylic\/Capric Triglyceride, Cetearyl Alcohol, Niacinamide, Diisostearyl Malate, 1,2-Hexanediol, Polypropylsilsesquioxane, Panthenol, Cetearyl Olivate, Cetearyl Glucoside, Sorbitan Olivate, Hydroxyethyl Acrylate\/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer, Lecithin, Carbomer, Arginine, Dimethicone\/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Tocopherol, Retinal, Xanthan Gum, Ethylhexylglycerin, Adenosine, Sorbitan Isostearate, Sodium Lactate, Hydrolyzed Sponge, Disodium EDTA, Polysorbate 20, Ascorbic Acid, Glucose, Palmitoyl Tripeptide-1, Palmitoyl Tetrapeptide-7.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Dr.Luvion","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":63864367907165,"sku":null,"price":27.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1009\/4415\/0877\/files\/Retinal_Booster_DrLuvion.webp?v=1787611717","url":"https:\/\/drluvion.com\/en-uk\/products\/retinal-booster","provider":"Dr.Luvion","version":"1.0","type":"link"}