CELIMAX The Vita-A Retinal Shot Tightening Dual Cream 50ml

CELIMAX Vita-A Retinal Shot Tightening Dual Cream key benefits

CELIMAX Vita-A Retinal Shot Tightening Dual Cream dual-chamber formula

CELIMAX Vita-A Retinal Shot Tightening Dual Cream 0.05% retinal

CELIMAX Vita-A Retinal Shot Tightening Dual Cream key ingredients

CELIMAX Vita-A Retinal Shot Tightening Dual Cream texture

CELIMAX Vita-A Retinal Shot Tightening Dual Cream how to use

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CELIMAX The Vita-A Retinal Shot Tightening Dual Cream (50ml)

£23.00

Key Ingredients:

Another, more powerful form of Vitamin A, Retinal gives your skin all the same anti-ageing benefits as Retinol but works 11 times faster.
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Niacinamide is a water-soluble form of vitamin B3. It works with the skin's own substances to even out the look of tone, soften dullness, and support a healthy moisture barrier - and it suits almost every skin type.
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Panthenol holds and binds to water, keeping essential moisture locked into the skin, while helping to soothe the look of irritation.
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Adenosine encourages elastin and collagen production in the skin for increased firmness and elasticity.
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Peptides are short chains of amino acids that signal skin to support its own collagen, helping to firm, smooth and reduce the look of fine lines.
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A fat-soluble antioxidant, and the most biologically active form of Vitamin E, Tocopherol helps boost skin health in various ways, delivering moisture, helping with hyperpigmentation, protecting the skin from damage, boosting cell turnover
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Vitamin C is an antioxidant that brightens, helps fade the look of dark spots and uneven tone, and defends skin against environmental stress for a more radiant complexion.
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Helps with:

Anti-Ageing
Brightening
Dehydration
Dull Skin
Enlarged Pores

Suitable for:

Combination Skin
Dry Skin
Normal Skin
Oily Skin

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The Vita-A Retinal Shot Tightening Dual Cream (50ml)

£23.00

About the CELIMAX The Vita-A Retinal Shot Tightening Dual Cream (50ml)

If you've been curious about Retinal but not quite ready to commit to a dedicated treatment step, this dual cream from Celimax is the gentle entry point you've been waiting for. Housed in a dual-chamber format, the Vita-A Retinal Shot Tightening Dual Cream delivers 0.05% Retinal in one chamber and a 5% Panthenol-rich soothing base in the other, so you get the tightening, pore-minimising power of vitamin A alongside the calming support that makes Retinal far more approachable for everyday use.

Formula 1 is where the real anti-ageing work happens. Retinal (Retinaldehyde) is one step closer to Retinoic Acid than Retinol, requiring fewer conversion steps to reach its active form in the skin, helping it appear firmer and more refined. Alongside 2% niacinamide to support an even-looking skin tone and 0.1% tocopherol for antioxidant support, this chamber also contains adenosine, ascorbic acid, and the peptide duo palmitoyl tripeptide-1 and palmitoyl tetrapeptide-7 to target the visible signs of ageing more broadly.

Formula 2 is built to soothe and support. Panthenol at 5% delivers deep comfort and moisture, Niacinamide at 2% adds brightening support, and Adenosine helps the skin look and feel calm after Retinal use. Together, the two formulas are designed to be applied in one go, cushioning the skin barrier while the active formula gets to work.

The texture is a smooth cream that absorbs without heaviness. There is no added fragrance. This is an evening product, and a patch test is recommended for first-time Retinal users. Suitable for all skin types, particularly those concerned with visible ageing, pores and dullness and especially those new to vitamin A.

It's Skin Cupid approved because...

The dual-chamber format is a genuinely clever solution to one of Retinal's biggest barriers: irritation. By packaging the active and its soother separately and combining them at point of application, Celimax has made a meaningful vitamin A cream that is thoughtfully formulated rather than just trend-chasing.

At a glance:

Suited to normal skin types, particularly those new to Retinal and vitamin A actives
Delivers 0.05% Retinal via a dual-chamber format that pairs the active with a calming, hydrating base
Niacinamide at 2% in both chambers supports the appearance of an even skin tone and minimises the look of pores
Panthenol at 5% in Formula 2 cushions and comforts the skin barrier alongside Retinal use
Evening use only; follow with SPF the next morning

Ingredients in CELIMAX The Vita-A Retinal Shot Tightening Dual Cream (50ml)

Retinal (0.05%): A form of vitamin A also known as retinaldehyde, retinal sits one conversion step closer to the skin-active form of vitamin A than retinol. It is thought to work more efficiently to help visibly refine skin texture, minimise the appearance of pores and support a firmer-looking complexion over time.

Niacinamide (2% in both formulas): A well-established vitamin B3 derivative known for its ability to help even out skin tone, minimise the appearance of pores and support a clearer, more radiant-looking complexion. Its presence across both chambers makes it a consistent thread throughout this formula.

Panthenol (5% in Formula 2): A provitamin B5 humectant that draws moisture into the skin and helps maintain comfort in the barrier. At 5%, it provides meaningful hydration and soothing support to counterbalance retinal's drying potential.

Adenosine: A naturally occurring compound included across both formulas for its ability to help skin look calmer and more toned. It also contributes to a smoother, more even skin surface appearance over time.

Palmitoyl Tripeptide-1 and Palmitoyl Tetrapeptide-7: A peptide pairing that appears in the retinal-active Formula 1. Both are known for their ability to help visibly firm the skin and support a more youthful-looking complexion.

Tocopherol: A lipid-soluble form of vitamin E that acts as an antioxidant, helping to protect the skin from the appearance of environmental stress while supporting skin comfort.

Ascorbic Acid: A form of vitamin C included in Formula 1 for its antioxidant properties and its ability to help support a brighter, more luminous skin appearance.

(Formula 1) Aqua/Water, Glycerin, Dimethicone, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Butylene Glycol, Cetearyl Alcohol, Niacinamide, 1,2-Hexanediol, Cetearyl Olivate, Synthetic Beeswax, Sodium Polyacrylate, Diisostearyl Malate, Sorbitan Olivate, Glyceryl Stearate, Carbomer, Arginine, Tocopherol, Lecithin, Ethylhexylglycerin, Xanthan Gum, Retinal, Adenosine, Sodium Lactate, Hydrolyzed Sponge, Disodium EDTA, Polysorbate 20, Ascorbic Acid, Palmitoyl Tripeptide-1, Palmitoyl Tetrapeptide-7

(Formula 2) Aqua/Water, Glycerin, Dimethicone, Panthenol, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Cetearyl Alcohol, Niacinamide, Butylene Glycol, 1,2-Hexanediol, Cetearyl Olivate, Synthetic Beeswax, Sodium Polyacrylate, Diisostearyl Malate, Sorbitan Olivate, Glyceryl Stearate, Guaiazulene, Carbomer, Arginine, Ethylhexylglycerin, Xanthan Gum, Adenosine, Disodium EDTA

*Ingredients are subject to change at the manufacturer's discretion.

How to use CELIMAX The Vita-A Retinal Shot Tightening Dual Cream (50ml)

After cleansing and toning, dispense both formulas from the dual chamber and apply this cream as the final step of your evening skincare routine.

1. In your first two weeks, use the cream every other evening to allow your skin to build tolerance to retinal.

2. Dispense approximately 10mm of the combined formula onto your fingertips.

3. Gently spread over areas of concern and blend evenly across the face, avoiding the eye area.

4. If any redness or sensitivity occurs, reduce both the amount used and the frequency of application, and follow with an additional plain moisturiser for extra soothing support.

5. From week three onwards, once your skin has adapted, the cream can be used every evening across the full face.

Caution: If you have allergic, troubled or sensitive skin, perform a patch test on a small area before use. Always apply SPF the following morning after using retinal. Avoid the eye area. Do not use on broken or damaged skin. Keep out of reach of children. Store away from direct sunlight.