Night Reserve 0.3
What it is
Night Reserve 0.3 is an anti-ageing night cream built around 0.3% liposomal retinol — a vitamin A active delivered in tiny fat-based capsules (liposomes) for gentler, more gradual release. It pairs the retinol with peptides, ceramides, hyaluronic acid and antioxidants to work on fine lines and firmness while supporting the skin barrier overnight.
The 0.3% strength is an entry-to-moderate retinol level — strong enough to be effective, but a sensible starting point for most skin types. It is designed for evening use only, as retinol is broken down by daylight and can increase sun sensitivity.
What it does
How to use
What each ingredient does
Ingredients are listed on the pack in order of concentration (highest first) down to about 1%; below that they can appear in any order. Some grouped rows below combine related ingredients (e.g. the fatty alcohols and the preservative system) for readability. The retinol, peptides and ceramide are the marketed 'actives'; the oils, humectants and fatty alcohols form the nourishing cream base.
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Ingredient |
Role |
What it does |
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Aqua (Water) |
Base / solvent |
The base that carries and dissolves the other ingredients. |
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Milk Thistle Ethyl Ester (Silybum Marianum) |
Antioxidant oil |
A silymarin-rich oil with antioxidant and soothing properties. |
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Evening Primrose Oil (Oenothera Biennis) |
Barrier lipid / emollient |
Rich in GLA (an omega-6 fatty acid) that nourishes and supports the skin barrier. |
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Olive Fruit Oil (Olea Europaea) |
Emollient |
A softening oil high in antioxidants and fatty acids; conditions dry skin. |
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Wheat Germ Oil (Triticum Vulgare) |
Emollient / antioxidant |
Naturally rich in vitamin E; nourishes and helps protect the skin. |
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Aloe Vera Leaf Juice (Aloe Barbadensis) |
Soothing / hydrating |
Calms and hydrates the skin — helpful for offsetting any retinol dryness. |
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Glycerin |
Humectant |
A proven hydrator that draws water into the skin and keeps it supple. |
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Saccharide Isomerate |
Humectant (long-lasting) |
A plant-sugar moisturiser that binds to skin and holds hydration for hours. |
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Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride |
Emollient |
A light coconut-derived oil that smooths and conditions. |
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Arachidyl Alcohol / Cetearyl Alcohol / Behenyl Alcohol |
Emollient / thickener |
Fatty alcohols (not drying) that give the cream its rich body and soften skin. |
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Panthenol (Provitamin B5) |
Soothing / hydrating |
Calms, hydrates and supports barrier repair. Good evidence for soothing. |
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C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate |
Emollient |
A light ester that improves texture and spreadability. |
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Arachidyl Glucoside |
Emulsifier |
Keeps the oil and water phases blended and stable. |
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Green Tea Leaf Extract (Camellia Sinensis) |
Antioxidant |
Polyphenol-rich antioxidant that helps defend against daily oxidative stress. |
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Retinol (0.3% liposomal) |
Active — retinoid |
The key anti-ageing active. Encourages cell turnover and collagen, softening fine lines and improving tone. Liposomal delivery aims for gentler, sustained release. |
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Phospholipids |
Delivery / barrier lipid |
Form the liposomes that carry the retinol; also support the skin barrier. |
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Leuconostoc/Radish Root Ferment Filtrate |
Natural preservative / conditioning |
A ferment-derived ingredient that helps preserve and condition. |
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Ceramide NG |
Barrier lipid |
A skin-identical lipid that reinforces the barrier and locks in moisture — key to the 'barrier-boosting' claim. |
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Sodium Hyaluronate |
Humectant |
The salt form of hyaluronic acid; holds water for plumping hydration. |
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Tocopherol (Vitamin E) |
Antioxidant |
Protects the oils from going rancid and adds antioxidant benefit to the skin. |
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Acetyl Hexapeptide-8 (Argireline) |
Active — peptide |
A signal peptide marketed to soften expression lines. Evidence is emerging/moderate. |
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Palmitoyl Hexapeptide-12 |
Active — peptide |
A messenger peptide intended to support collagen and skin firmness. |
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Glucose / Pantolactone |
Conditioning / support |
Minor conditioning and formula-support ingredients. |
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PEG-10 Phytosterol / Tribehenin |
Emulsifier / stabiliser |
Help keep the emulsion smooth and stable. |
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Carbomer / Xanthan Gum |
Thickeners |
Give the cream its gel-cream texture and keep ingredients suspended. |
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Sodium Gluconate |
Chelator |
Improves stability by binding trace metals. |
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Lactic Acid / Citric Acid / Sodium Citrate / Sodium Hydroxide |
pH adjusters |
Balance the pH so the formula is stable and skin-friendly (not exfoliating acids here). |
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Parfum (Fragrance) |
Fragrance |
Provides scent. The most likely trigger for sensitivity in reactive skin. |
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Benzoic Acid / Dehydroacetic Acid / Phenoxyethanol / Potassium Sorbate / Sodium Benzoate |
Preservatives |
The preservative system that keeps the product safe and fresh in use. |
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