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Rei Gentle Retinol Cream
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Anti-aging cream with Reishi, Hyaluronic Acid, Rose, Evening Primrose Oil and Green Tea Extract, hydrating, smoothing and skin-refining.
Rei is Monastery's gentle retinol cream. A botanical formulation that pairs retinol with beta-glucan from reishi, the mushroom of immortality, to brighten the complexion, smooth texture, and soften fine lines without the irritation commonly caused by retinol. Rei was designed for skin that craves the results of retinol without retinol's trade-offs. Beta-glucan helps protect the skin barrier and support moisture retention, creating an environment in which retinol works its magic without compromising the complexion.
The supporting formulation reads like a barrier-repair protocol with retinol tucked inside: evening primrose oil rich in gamma-linolenic acid, hyaluronic acid for hydration, green tea for antioxidant protection. The scent is earthy and grounding: davana flower, Rosa Damascena, geranium, and cedarwood. Rei is suitable for sensitive, retinol-shy, and barrier-stressed skin. Review after review tells the same story: "the only retinol that does not irritate my skin," "perfect for sensitive skin," "I am terrified of retinol, but this has been amazing."
Dermatologist and microbial tested.
Free of parabens, synthetic preservatives, and alcohols.
- Delivers retinol benefits without the irritation, dryness, or barrier damage.
- Hydrating enough to use without a separate moisturizer.
- Suitable for sensitive, acne-prone, and retinol-wary skin.
Key ingredients: - Reishi: Beta-glucans are polysaccharides that occur naturally in the cell walls of functional mushrooms, such as Reishi. When it comes to the skin it has the power to reduce skin inflammation, puffiness, wrinkles and free radical damage while also preventing moisture loss.
- Rose: An oil that contains a wealth of benefit for the skin. Rose absolute oil is packed with vitamins, minerals, antioxidants and amino acids, all of which treat aging, irritated and congested skin
- Radish Root: Fermented radish is a natural preservative used in water-based products. This is a healthy alternative to synthetic and harmful preservatives like ethanols and parabens.
In the evening, apply 2–3 pumps to clean skin.
When beginning a retinol routine, start 1–2x per week and build up to nightly use.
Follow with Gold, Attar, or Universal Balm for added nourishment.
Avoid if pregnant, nursing, or trying to conceive. Apply sunscreen the following morning.
Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local/regional/national/international regulations.
Warning: Harmful if swallowed.; Warning: May cause an allergic skin reaction.; Keep out of reach of children.; Do not spray on an open flame or other ignition source.; Protect from moisture.; Keep cool.; Do not pierce or burn, even after use.; Seek medical advice if needed.; Store in a dry place.; Protect from sunlight.; Do not expose to temperatures exceeding 50 °C/122°F.; Warning: May cause skin irritation.; Warning: Can cause serious eye irritation.
