Moisturizers

Retinal Firm Booster Cream

$42.00

★★★★★ 4.8 · 318 reviews

Night booster cream with encapsulated retinal for a firmer-looking finish — clinical-minimal, barrier-aware.

A leave-on night cream that pairs retinal with cushioning lipids so firmness care feels wearable, not harsh.

Positioned as the Clinic Line PM closer after water-based serums — not a peel, not a day cream.

Mock demo formula: cosmetic appearance claims only; introduce slowly if you are new to retinoids.

Size
50 ml / 1.69 fl oz
Routine
Night cream / booster (after serum)
Amount
Pea-size
Frequency
2–4× weekly PM · build as tolerated
Texture
Soft cushioned cream
Skin types
Normal · Combination · Dry · Oily
  • Retinal 0.05%
  • Night Booster
  • Barrier-Aware
  • Fragrance-Free
  • Firm Look

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What it does

  • Supports a firmer, smoother-looking surface with consistent night use.
  • Helps the look of fine lines appear softer over several weeks.
  • Finishes as a soft cream film that layers cleanly after serum.
  • Designed for alternate nights with renewing mask care.

How it works

  • Encapsulated retinal (mock) is positioned for gradual overnight cosmetic renewing support.
  • Ceramide and squalane cushion help the cream feel less drying than bare retinal serums.
  • Niacinamide supports a more even-looking tone alongside retinal nights.
  • Use after water-based steps; wait a minute before heavy occlusives if you are reactive.
Loss of firmness lookFine lines lookUneven texture

How to use

Routine step
Night cream / booster (after serum)
Amount
Pea-size
Frequency
2–4× weekly PM · build as tolerated
When
Evening only
  1. 1PM only on clean skin. Apply water-based serum first if using (e.g. Collagen Lift bubble serum).
  2. 2Take a pea-size amount. Dot across face; avoid eyelids, lips, and nostrils.
  3. 3Start 2–3 nights per week. Increase toward every other night as tolerated.
  4. 4Follow with a plain moisturizer only if skin feels tight.
  5. 5Next morning: moisturizer + broad-spectrum SPF 30+ (non-negotiable).
  6. 6Skip on Microbiome Renew mask nights.

Usage notes

  • Amount: pea-size for face; less is more when starting.
  • If new to retinal/retinoids: buffer with moisturizer or use 2× weekly for two weeks.
  • Do not layer with strong acids or benzoyl peroxide the same night.
  • Store away from heat and light; close the jar promptly.

Patch test

  1. 1Apply a rice-grain amount to the inner forearm for 24 hours.
  2. 2If irritation appears, do not use on the face.
  3. 3Introduce facial use on alternate nights only.

Key ingredients

  • Retinal0.05% (mock)
    INCI: RetinalOvernight renewing support for firmer-looking skin.
  • Niacinamide4%
    Tone-evening support and barrier-friendly finish.
  • Ceramide NP
    Lipid support for a cushioned night cream feel.
  • Squalane3%
    Soft slip without heavy grease.
  • Tocopherol
    Antioxidant support in the leave-on cream.

Free from

  • Fragrance / parfum
  • Essential oils
  • Alcohol denat.
  • Parabens
  • Sulfates
  • Colorants

Full ingredients (INCI)

Listed in descending order of predominance by weight (mock demo formula for catalog/crawl use). Ingredients at or below 1% may appear in any order after that threshold.

Water / Aqua / Eau, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Glycerin, Squalane, Cetearyl Alcohol, Niacinamide, Propanediol, Retinal, Ceramide NP, Ceramide AP, Phytosphingosine, Cholesterol, Panthenol, Sodium Hyaluronate, Tocopherol, Cetearyl Olivate, Sorbitan Olivate, Xanthan Gum, Carbomer, Tromethamine, Caprylyl Glycol, Ethylhexylglycerin, 1,2-Hexanediol, Disodium EDTA.

Best for

  • PM firmness care
  • Fine-line appearance support
  • Clinic Line night closer after serum
  • Users comfortable with gentle retinoids

Not ideal for

  • Active barrier damage or eczema flares
  • Pregnancy without clinician guidance
  • Same-night stacking with renewing masks

Pairing

Pairs well with

  • Collagen Lift CO₂ Bubble Serum Mask (before cream)
  • Peptide Caffeine Eye Refresh Patches (AM)
  • Daily SPF 30+
  • Simple moisturizer as a buffer when starting

Do not pair (same routine step / night)

  • Microbiome Renew Cream Mask (same night)
  • Strong AHA/BHA peels (same night)
  • Benzoyl peroxide (same night)
  • Other retinoids (same night)

Precautions & warnings

  • External use only. Avoid eyes and mucous membranes.
  • Retinal can increase sun sensitivity — use SPF daily.
  • Do not use on broken, sunburned, or peeling skin.
  • Not recommended during pregnancy or breastfeeding without clinician guidance.
  • Discontinue if persistent irritation occurs.
  • Cosmetic product only — not a medical treatment. Mock demo catalog.

What to expect

  • 1–2 weeksSkin may feel slightly smoother; mild adjustment dryness can occur — buffer if needed.
  • 4–8 weeksFirmer-looking finish and softer look of fine lines with consistent use (cosmetic; results vary).

Mock panel: firmer-looking appearance reported after 8 weeks of alternate-night use.*

*Demo catalog only — not real clinical evidence.

Specs & care

Net contents
50 mL (1.69 fl oz)
Texture
Soft cushioned cream
Finish
Satin, low shine
Scent
Fragrance-free
Skin types
Normal · Combination · Dry · Oily
PAO
6M after opening
Shelf life (unopened)
24 months from manufacture (see batch code)
Made in
South Korea (mock origin for demo catalog)
SKU
SUME-CL-RF-50
Certifications / notes
Fragrance-free · Cruelty-free (brand policy — mock) · Dermatologist-tested (mock claim)

Storage

  • Cool, dry place away from direct sun and heat.
  • Close tightly after each use.
  • Do not freeze.

FAQ

Is retinal the same as retinol?

Related vitamin A family, different conversion path. This mock cream uses retinal at a low demo percentage. Introduce slowly either way.

Can beginners use this?

Yes if you start 2× weekly and buffer. Patch-test first. Skip if your barrier is currently compromised.

AM or PM?

PM only. Always finish mornings with SPF while using retinal.

Reviews

Verified-style customer notes for this SKU. Demo content for crawl and creative workflows.

4.8

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  • ★★★★★

    Firm look without crispy skin

    Started two nights a week. After a month my cheekbones read firmer under beauty lighting — cushioned, not crispy.

    Allison S.

    New York · Normal

    VerifiedHelpful (33)
  • ★★★★★

    Clean PM closer after the bubble serum

    Serum first, pea of this after. No pilling. SPF every morning is non-negotiable and worth it.

    Rachel B.

    Miami · Combination

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  • ★★★★☆

    Introduce slowly

    Buffered the first two weeks. Mild flake day three, then settled. Fine lines look softer around week six.

    Kenji S.

    Tokyo · Dry

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  • ★★★★★

    Pairs with the Clinic Line

    Skip on mask nights, retinal the rest. Same finish language across the lineup — no conflicting residues.

    Isla G.

    Sydney · Oily

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