🌙 A leave-on overnight sleeping mask built around a retinal hydroxyapatite complex — one of the more potent OTC retinoid actives available — paired with blue tansy oil to support skin comfort through the full application cycle.

The formula's four-form hyaluronic acid complex works across different skin depths alongside squalane, panthenol, and glycerin to sustain hydration through the night, so clients wake to visibly softer, smoother skin. Niacinamide targets the look of dark spots and enlarged pores simultaneously, while allantoin reinforces the tolerance profile — making this accessible even for clients new to retinoids or with sensitive baselines. Applied as the closing step of an age-management or brightening facial, it extends the treatment effect into the client's sleep cycle.

✨ The retail tie-in is built in: after applying in-clinic, walking the client through the overnight mechanism drives natural take-home conversion and supports repurchase.

For estheticians building out an age-management or brightening menu and looking to add a retinoid retail anchor with genuine in-treatment utility.

• Intensive overnight hydration: A four-form hyaluronic acid complex — working across multiple molecular weights and structural modifications — delivers layered moisture to the skin's surface during sleep. Combined with glycerin, squalane, panthenol, and aloe, the formula sustains hydration throughout the night, so skin feels noticeably softer, smoother, and more supple by morning.
• Visible brightening and even skin tone: Niacinamide works to visibly reduce the appearance of dark spots, hyperpigmentation, and uneven skin tone by interfering with melanin transfer within the skin's surface layers. Combined with the retinoid active's effect on skin texture and radiance, the formula supports a brighter, more uniform complexion appearance with consistent overnight use.
• Improved appearance of fine lines and skin texture: The retinal hydroxyapatite complex, a controlled-release retinoid active, works overnight to help improve the visible appearance of fine lines and skin texture. The extended leave-on contact time during sleep allows the retinoid to act over a full application cycle, maximizing its effect on the skin's surface appearance.
• Reduced appearance of enlarged pores: Niacinamide, supported by the smoothing action of allantoin and the emollient film formed by squalane and the hyaluronate complex, contributes to a visibly refined pore appearance and smoother skin surface over time.
• Skin comfort and tolerance support during retinoid use: Blue tansy oil, with its chamazulene-rich composition, contributes to a calming, soothing skin feel alongside the retinoid active. Allantoin and panthenol further support skin comfort, helping make this formula accessible to sensitive skin types beginning or maintaining a retinoid routine.
• Antioxidant surface protection: Tocopherol (free Vitamin E) and Tocopheryl Acetate (Vitamin E ester) work together with green tea leaf extract and resveratrol-source botanical (Polygonum Cuspidatum Root Extract) to provide antioxidant activity at the skin's surface, helping neutralize oxidative stress that contributes to the appearance of dull, fatigued skin.

Retinal Hydroxyapatite: A retinoid active delivered in a hydroxyapatite-complexed form. Retinaldehyde (retinal) is a direct precursor to retinoic acid in the skin's natural vitamin A pathway, making it one of the more potent over-the-counter retinoid forms. Complexing with hydroxyapatite is associated with reduced irritation potential and more controlled release compared to free retinaldehyde, allowing skin to acclimate more gradually. With overnight leave-on contact, this active works to help improve the appearance of fine lines, uneven texture, and skin radiance.

Niacinamide - known as Vitamin B3: A water-soluble B vitamin with one of the strongest evidence bases in topical skincare. At cosmetically relevant concentrations, niacinamide works to visibly reduce the appearance of hyperpigmentation by interrupting the transfer of melanin to skin cells, improve the look of enlarged pores, and support an even skin tone. It is well-tolerated across skin types, including sensitive and acne-prone, and complements retinoid actives by supporting the skin barrier during retinoid use.

Sodium Hyaluronate Crosspolymer / Sodium Hyaluronate / Sodium Acetylated Hyaluronate / Hydrolyzed Sodium Hyaluronate - known as Multi-Form Hyaluronic Acid Complex: Four distinct forms of hyaluronic acid work together across different skin depths. Standard-weight sodium hyaluronate hydrates the upper layers of the skin's surface. Crosspolymer forms a film on the surface for extended moisture retention. Acetylated sodium hyaluronate is a lipophilized form with enhanced affinity for the skin's surface, supporting longer-lasting hydration. Hydrolyzed sodium hyaluronate consists of lower-molecular-weight fragments that can reach deeper into the stratum corneum. Together, this layered system provides multi-level moisture delivery throughout the overnight application period.

Tanacetum Annuum (Blue Tansy) Flower Oil - known as Blue Tansy Oil: A steam-distilled floral oil from the Tanacetum annuum plant, which is distinct from common tansy (Tanacetum vulgare). Its characteristic deep blue color comes from chamazulene, formed during the distillation process. Chamazulene is associated with a skin-calming, soothing sensory profile, making blue tansy oil a relevant pairing with the retinoid active in this formula — it helps support skin comfort during the use period. The oil also contributes the product's distinctive blue-toned color and its herbaceous aromatic character.

Squalane: A stable, saturated hydrocarbon that closely mirrors the squalene naturally present in human sebum. As an emollient, squalane fills in surface irregularities on the skin for a smooth, non-greasy feel. Its stability and low comedogenic profile make it suitable for all skin types, including oily and breakout-prone. During overnight use, squalane contributes to sustained softness and helps support the skin's surface barrier function.

Panthenol - known as Provitamin B5: A provitamin that converts to pantothenic acid on the skin surface. Panthenol is a well-established humectant and skin-conditioning agent that supports moisture retention and contributes to a smoother skin appearance. It is recognized for its skin-compatibility, even with sensitive skin, and works synergistically with the hydration system in this formula during the extended overnight contact period.

Allantoin: A well-researched skin-conditioning agent derived from the comfrey plant (or synthesized). Allantoin is recognized for its ability to support skin smoothness and comfort. At position 22 in the formula — above the estimated 1% line — it is present at a functionally relevant concentration. It is particularly valued in formulas containing actives that may cause skin sensitivity, as it contributes to a smoother surface feel and supports the tolerance profile of the overall blend.

1. Complete all prior steps of the client's evening skincare protocol, including cleansing and any toning or treatment serums, before applying the mask.
2. Dispense a pea- to almond-sized amount of the mask onto clean fingertips — a thin, even layer is sufficient for full-face coverage.
3. Apply the mask to the client's face in gentle upward strokes, covering the full face while avoiding the immediate eye area and lips.
4. Instruct the client to leave the mask on overnight without rinsing; the formula is designed to absorb fully during sleep.
5. Advise the client to follow with their usual morning cleanse upon waking to remove any residual product before applying daytime SPF.

Integrating a retinoid mask into a facial service menu

Because this mask contains a retinoid active, it is best positioned as the closing step of an age-management or brightening facial service — applied after any treatment serums, never before exfoliants, chemical peels, or other active-loaded treatments in the same session. For clients new to retinoids, recommend starting with two to three nights per week to allow the skin to acclimate before progressing to nightly use; the blue tansy oil and allantoin in the formula support this ramp-up period.

This product presents a strong retail conversion opportunity at the facial service close: after applying the mask, walk the client through the overnight mechanism — emphasizing that the retinoid and hyaluronic acid complex continue working through their sleep cycle. A 30 ml retail unit paired as a take-home extension of the in-clinic service deepens the client's investment in the treatment outcome and supports repurchase frequency.