Yellow Moonbeam Retinal Elixir
Next-generation Vitamin A serum with 5% Niacinamide for renewed skin
What it does
This powerful evening serum fuses next-generation encapsulated retinal with bakuchiol and niacinamide to accelerate cellular renewal, smooth fine lines, and refine pores. Enriched with antioxidant-rich New Zealand botanicals, it works overnight to ... Read More
What it does
This powerful evening serum fuses next-generation encapsulated retinal with bakuchiol and niacinamide to accelerate cellular renewal, smooth fine lines, and refine pores. Enriched with antioxidant-rich New Zealand botanicals, it works overnight to reveal luminous, youthful-looking skin by morning.
Who it's for
Aged 28+ for anti-aging or those with acne prone skin. Not suitable while pregnant or breastfeeding, as it contributes to daily vitamin A intake.
Begin with 1–2 applications per week, always paired with daily SPF.
Benefits
How it Works
Encapsulated retinal boosts cell turnover for firmer, fresher skin. Bakuchiol reduces the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles, while niacinamide refines texture and minimizes pores. Alpine rose hip supports renewal and barrier strength, and native harakeke delivers deep hydration and resilience.
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Key Ingredients
Retinal
Advanced vitamin A smooths fine lines and evens skin tone overnight.
Bakuchiol
Plant-derived retinol alternative that firms skin and reduces wrinkles.
Vitamin E
Powerful antioxidant that protects against stressors and strengthens skin.
2x Hyaluronic Acids
Two molecular weights flood skin with long-lasting moisture at every level.
Niacinamide
Vitamin B3 that smooths texture, minimizes pores, and fortifies skin.
Squalane
Lightweight emollient that seals in moisture and soothes dry skin.
Antarctic Marine Algae
Southern NZ algae rich in antioxidants for long-lasting luminosity.
Alpine Rosehip
Wild-harvested rosehip rich in vitamin A and omegas for resilience.
Harakeke (Native Flax)
Omega 6-rich native flax that strengthens the barrier and locks in moisture.
Aqua, Glycerin, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Niacinamide (5%), Betaine, Squalane (3%), Algae Extract (2%)*, Bakuchiol (2%), Coco- Caprylate, Limnanthes Alba (Meadowfoam) Seed Oil, Phormium Tenax (Harakeke) Seed Oil (2%)*, Propanediol, Rosa Canina (Rosehip) Fruit Oil (2%), Cyclodextrin, Polyacrylamide, Tocopherol, Polysorbate 20, Cyathea Medullaris (Mamaku) Leaf Extract*, Sodium Hyaluronate**, Phenoxyethanol, C13-14 Isoparaffin, Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Oil, Xylitylglucoside, Anhydroxylitol, Laureth-7, Lonicera Caprifolium (Honeysuckle) Extract, Lonicera Japonica Flower (Japanese Honeysuckle) Extract, Pentylene Glycol, Rubus Chamaemorus (Cloudberry) Seed Oil, Xylitol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Retinaldehyde (0.1%), Sodium Phytate, Citric Acid, Glucose, Calcium Gluconate, Gluconolactone, Potassium Sorbate, Sodium Benzoate, Parfum, Limonene, Linalool, 1,2-Hexanediol, Actinidia Chinensis (Kiwifruit) Fruit Extract*, Caprylyl Glycol, Citronellol, Geraniol, Benzyl Salicylate, Macropiper Excelsum (Kawakawa) Leaf Extract*.
* NZ native
** Low & High Molecular Weight Hyaluronic Acid
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Science behind the formulation
Frequently asked questions
They’re all from the same retinoid family, but retinal has been clinically proven to work up to 11 times faster than retinol. Retinal also has a much higher exfoliation rate than retinol, which contributes unclogging pores, making skin smooth, soft, even-toned, freaking RAD-I-ANT.
It truly is a wonder ingredient, and the reason it is used less than retinol is:
a) It’s more expensive
b) In the past, it’s been hard to stabilize (meaning it loses its potency as it sits in the bottle on your windowsill). However, our Retinal is encapsulated (using amazing patent-pending technology) and releases slowly and gently into your skin overnight.
Vitamin A has DECADES worth of efficacy data showing real change in the skin – the single ingredient most dermatologists/aestheticians would recommend for reversing aging and sun damage.
Retinoids are proven to be safe is you start slowly. Our collagen stores start to rapidly break down from 30 onwards, so this is a good time to incorporate retinols that encourage cellular turnover to keep the skin firm. Undoing the damage to your skin in later decades is that much harder.
The Morning Dew Vitamin C serum is great for pregnant and breastfeeding women.
On the Moon Beam Retinal Elixir, in line with the American Academy of Dermatology, we advise that pregnant and breastfeeding people should avoid using all retinol-based products as a blanket rule. However, we would encourage breastfeeding women to speak to their dermatologist/ GP/ obstetrician if they are really keen to give it a try because most experts will tell you retinaldehyde (retinal) is safe when breastfeeding because a the amount that could enter the bloodstream is negligible. Retinoid use while breastfeeding is always a personal decision, as there have not been any studies done looking specifically at topical retinoid/retinol use during lactation.
We do everything we can to source materials that are both safe for the planet and safe for the person. We also ensure our ingredients are sustainably produced, have a low impact on the land, and are easily regenerated. For example, in marine algae harvesting, our suppliers follow Tikanga Māori - a strict, traditional harvesting practice of the indigenous people of New Zealand. By using this time proven approach, we harvest our ingredients without compromising our environmental and social responsibilities. This respectful approach means we can offer high potency natural bioactives whilst respecting the land and water that the ingredients came from.
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