MAELOVE Moonlight Advanced Retinal Super Serum 0.11% Encapsulated Retinal — Nighttime Firming & Dark Spot Treatment, 1 fl oz

MAELOVE Moonlight Advanced Retinal Super Serum is a nighttime vitamin A treatment with 0.11% encapsulated retinal designed to visibly refine texture, target dark spots, and support firmer-looking skin.

Formulated as an intensified alternative to traditional retinol, this encapsulated retinal serum delivers a higher-potency vitamin A derivative while combining hydrating and soothing actives so it can be used in a routine without excessive dryness. The formula also features hyaluronic acid, ceramides, niacinamide, bisabolol, and botanical extracts, and is vegan, cruelty-free, non-comedogenic, and free of artificial dyes.

How does this serum help reduce lines and improve firmness?

The key active is 0.11% encapsulated retinal, a form of vitamin A that supports visible texture refinement and the appearance of firmer skin. Encapsulation helps control release to minimize surface irritation while maintaining efficacy.

• Encapsulated retinal (retinaldehyde) at 0.11% for targeted vitamin A activity.
• Hyaluronic acid for hydration and plumping effect.
• Ceramides to support barrier integrity and moisture retention.

Will this serum irritate sensitive or reactive skin?

The formula balances a potent retinal concentration with calming and barrier-support ingredients to reduce the likelihood of irritation. It includes niacinamide, bisabolol, and aloe to soothe skin while botanical extracts help maintain comfort during nightly use.

• Soothing agents: niacinamide, bisabolol, and aloe vera to calm redness.
• Barrier support: ceramides lessen transepidermal water loss and sensitivity.
• Encapsulation moderates retinal delivery for gentler tolerance.

How does it address dark spots and clarity?

Retinal is effective at supporting cellular turnover, which can help fade post-acne marks and hyperpigmentation over time. Complementary ingredients work to balance oiliness and refresh skin tone for a clearer-looking complexion.

• Retinal encourages skin renewal that reduces visible dark spots with consistent use.
• Niacinamide contributes to more even tone and reduced blotchiness.
• Prebiotic-friendly and bacteria-deferring properties support clearer skin.

How should I add this to my skincare routine for best results?

Use Moonlight serum in the evening after cleansing and before moisturizer, especially during initial introduction to prevent over-exfoliation. Start slowly—every other night—then increase frequency as tolerance builds; always apply broad-spectrum sunscreen by day.

• Begin with a patch test and gradual frequency increase (every 2–3 nights).
• Apply to clean, dry skin, follow with hydrating moisturizer and barrier-supporting creams.
• Daily SPF is essential while using retinal or other vitamin A derivatives.

Who is this for: MAELOVE Moonlight Advanced Retinal Super Serum is intended for adults looking for a stronger-than-retinol nighttime treatment to refine texture, reduce the look of lines, and address uneven tone. It suits those who want a vegan, cruelty-free, non-comedogenic option with supportive hydrating and calming ingredients. If you have highly reactive skin, consult a dermatologist and introduce the serum gradually to assess tolerance.

Ingredients

Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice, Aqua (Water), Niacinamide, Cyclodextrin, Glycerin, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Gluconolactone, Squalane, Bisabolol (L-alpha), Ceramide-NP, Michelia Alba (Magnolia) Flower Oil, Hamamelis Virginiana (Witch Hazel) Water, Camellia Oleifera (Green Tea) Leaf Extract, Rubus Chamaemorus (Cloud Berry) Seed Oil, Sodium Hyaluronate, Tocopheryl Acetate (D-alpha), Vaccinium Macrocarpon (Cranberry) Fruit Extract, Retinal (Retinaldehyde), Polygonum Cuspidatum Extract, Pentylene Glycol, Maltodextrin, Lonicera Japonica (Honeysuckle) Flower Extract, Lonicera Caprifolium (Honeysuckle) Flower Extract, Xanthan Gum, Sodium Benzoate, Sodium Gluconate, Polysorbate 20, Citrus Grandis (Grapefruit) Peel Oil, Citrus Aurantium Dulcis (Orange) Peel Oil, Citrus Aurantium Bergamia (Bergamot) Fruit Oil, Alcohol, Alcohol Denat