Question 1

When should I apply Crystal Retinal?

Accepted Answer

You should apply Crystal Retinal as part of your evening skincare routine - after cleanser, toner and serums, but before your moisturiser.

Question 2

Can I use Crystal Retinal every night?

Accepted Answer

As long as you build your use up gradually and start with the appropriate strength to begin with, you can use Crystal Retinal every night. For new users of Crystal Retinal, we strongly recommend that you phase-in application to enable your skin to build up a tolerance while avoiding any potential irritation. Use twice a week for the first two weeks, every other night for the following two weeks, then every night.

Question 3

Can I use Crystal Retinal while pregnant or breastfeeding?

Accepted Answer

As a cosmetics company, we are unable to provide product advice in relation to medical conditions such as pregnancy or breastfeeding. We strongly recommend discussing the ingredients with your GP or midwife before use. We do, however, generally recommend avoiding vitamin A use while pregnant or breastfeeding, which is why we offer a plant-based vitamin A alternative - Bakuchiol Peptides.

Question 4

Do I need to follow Crystal Retinal with a moisturiser?

Accepted Answer

We do recommend applying a moisturiser after vitamin A. Our bestselling night cream, Advanced Night Restore, is specifically designed to be used following vitamin A use. It helps to boost the visible age-defying benefits of vitamin A while maintaining optimal comfort.

Question 5

Can I use Crystal Retinal around my eye area?

Accepted Answer

We don't recommend using Crystal Retinal directly around the eye area due to its very delicate nature. However, that's exactly why we've created Crystal Retinal Ceramide Eye. It boasts all of the renowned age-defying power of our original Crystal Retinal, but is expertly optimised for specific use on the delicate eye area.

Question 6

How do I use Crystal Retinal alongside vitamin C?

Accepted Answer

We recommend using vitamin C alongside Crystal Retinal (vitamin A) as part of our pioneering CSA Philosophy. This simple yet clinically proven skincare approach champions vitamin C plus Sunscreen by day, vitamin A (retinoids) by night as the secret to youthful, glowing skin. After cleansing in the morning, apply your vitamin C serum (such as C-Tetra Luxe) and follow with your sunscreen (we recommend Advanced Day Ultimate Protect). After cleansing in the evening, apply Crystal Retinal.

Oily and Enlarged Pores Routine

Advanced Day Total Protect 50ml

Crystal Retinal

C-Tetra 30ml

Balance Moisturiser With Glycolic Acid Activator 50ml+10ml

Natural Clay Mask 75ml

Clarity Peptides 30ml