Youth Potion Enriched Retinal Complex

If you’ve never used retinol or retinal before, it’s best to start slowly. The advanced marine retinal and other powerful actives in Youth Potion should be introduced a few times per week, increasing frequency only as your skin becomes accustomed.

If you have sensitive skin, we recommend performing a patch test first, by applying a small amount to a hidden area of skin (like behind your ears or the back of your neck).

If your skin looks and feels normal and comfortable after 24 hours, with no adverse reaction, you should be good to start!

Retinal increases cell turnover and can make the skin more sensitive to UV exposure. When your skin is renewing more quickly, the fresh new cells are more vulnerable to sun damage, even if you apply retinal only at night.

Using a high-protection SPF 50 each morning helps prevent the risk of UV-induced ageing, pigmentation, and irritation.

Youth Potion is suitable for most skin types. However, if you're worried about sensitive skin, we recommend performing a patch test first, by applying a small amount to a hidden area of skin (like behind your ears or the back of your neck).

If your skin looks and feels normal and comfortable after 24 hours, with no adverse reaction, you should be good to start!

Alternatively, if you have super sensitive skin, we recommend starting with our Skin Dream Firming Night Cream, which offers a gentler approach while still supporting skin renewal and radiance.

Vitamin A derivatives work deeply within the skin. Industry-wide guidance advises that individuals who are pregnant or breastfeeding should avoid vitamin A products, including retinal. Please consult your GP or healthcare provider before using Youth Potion.

As an alternative, we recommend Skin Dream, which contains a plant-based bio-retinol to brighten skin, soften fine lines, and even tone.

Skin Dream is safe for use during pregnancy and breastfeeding.

The bio-retinol in Skin Dream is derived from the blackjack flower. It offers a gentler alternative to retinol and is suitable for use during pregnancy and breastfeeding. It helps brighten the skin and soften fine lines.

The advanced marine retinal in Youth Potion is a next-generation Vitamin A derivative that works 11× faster than traditional retinol, helping to rejuvenate the skin by encouraging fresh, new skin cells for a more youthful appearance.

You can use both of these products in the same routine for enhanced results.

We recommend avoiding retinol, retinal, and other advanced exfoliating actives for a week before and 2 weeks after any invasive or advanced facial treatment such as laser procedures, waxing, or chemical peels.

For micro-needling, these ingredients should be avoided for 2 weeks before and after treatment. After the recommended downtime, you can gradually reintroduce these actives to support ongoing skin results.

Because every treatment and skin type is different, always follow the guidance of your treatment provider, who may tailor recommendations based on your skin’s needs. Before your appointment, be sure to disclose your current skincare routine, so they can provide the appropriate advice.