Yellow Moonbeam Retinal Elixir
30mL / 1.01 fl oz
Next-generation Vitamin A serum with 5% Niacinamide for renewed skin
What is it
A luxurious evening elixir featuring encapsulated retinal (vitamin A) - an advanced form of retinoid - to work in sync with skin’s natural night-time repair cycle. Formulated for visible skin renewal while ... Read More
What is it
A luxurious evening elixir featuring encapsulated retinal (vitamin A) - an advanced form of retinoid - to work in sync with skin’s natural night-time repair cycle. Formulated for visible skin renewal while minimising irritation with slow-release technology.
What it does
Advanced retinal accelerates cellular turnover to smooth texture, refine pores, and reveal fresher-looking skin by morning. Bakuchiol enhances results while improving tolerance for consistent nightly use. New Zealand botanicals, including; Antarctic sea algae, alpine rosehip, and harakeke flaxseed, support recovery, hydration and barrier repair, while niacinamide (vitamin B3) strengthens the skin barrier, alpha tocopherol (vitamin E) counters oxidative stress, and squalane replenishes essential lipids. Used regularly, skin appears firmer, clearer, and more even, with softened fine lines and improved luminosity.
Velvety, nourishing texture with a calming, natural botanical scent (100% plant-based, organic, and COSMOS-certified natural fragrance).
Who it's for
People who want to target the signs of 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
Sensory
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We think you’re going to love your products! But if you aren’t completely satisfied with anything, you can return or exchange the item(s) within 30 days.
Read the full T&Cs about our return policy here. If you have any more questions, reach out to our customer support team hello.raesoskin.com.
Quick Buy
Clinical Trials
*4-week consumer perception trial of 36 participants aged between 24-56 using Yellow Moonbeam every day.
93%
Said their skin looked smoother
91%
Said their skin looked firmer
78%
Said their skin looked clearer
How to Use
Step 1
Pump twice into clean hands.
Step 2
Apply clean, completely dry skin at night.
Once soaked in, layer with the Cocoon Ceramide Cream or favourite moisturiser.
Tip
While starting, use every third night, gradually build up to nightly.
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
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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