1. Cleanse the face and allow the skin to dry.
2. Apply a small amount in a thin, even layer over the face and neck.
3. Avoid eyelids, eye contours, lips and corners of the nose.
4. Follow with AquaLock Serum™ or another suitable moisturiser where additional hydration is required.
5. Apply broad-spectrum sunscreen during the following day.

Morning

Cleanse → Youthful CEFQ Serum™ → Moisturiser if required → Sunscreen

Evening

Cleanse → Q‑Retinol Pro Night Gel™ → AquaLock Serum™ if required

This separates daytime antioxidant care from night-time retinol use and helps keep the regimen simple and consistent.

May generally be paired with

• AquaLock Serum™
• a gentle hydrating mist
• a mild cleanser
• a non-exfoliating moisturiser
• daytime Youthful CEFQ Serum™
• broad-spectrum daytime sunscreen

Avoid in the same routine during introduction

• another retinol or retinoid product
• strong alpha- or beta-hydroxy acids
• exfoliating peels or abrasive facial scrubs
• products that already cause dryness or irritation

Once tolerance is established, some products may be scheduled on separate evenings. Customers using prescription retinoids or undergoing professional skin treatments should consult their treating healthcare professional first.

• Stop until the skin feels normal.
• Restart at a lower frequency.
• Use AquaLock Serum™ or a suitable moisturiser after the gel.
• Avoid exfoliating products until comfort is restored.
• Do not apply to wet, irritated or recently exfoliated skin.

A moisturiser may be applied before the gel where a more buffered introduction is preferred.

• For external use only. Avoid direct eye contact.
• Do not apply to broken, irritated or inflamed skin.
• Do not use more frequently than directed.
• Discontinue if persistent irritation occurs.
• Use broad-spectrum sunscreen and avoid excessive direct sunlight.
• Keep out of reach of children and away from excessive heat and direct light.
• Do not combine with another retinoid unless professionally advised.
• Follow the directions and precautions printed on the packaging.

Patch test

Apply a small amount behind the ear or along the jawline. Observe for 24–48 hours. Do not proceed if marked redness, swelling, itching or persistent discomfort develops. A patch test cannot guarantee that irritation will not occur during continued use.

Pregnancy and breastfeeding

Customers who are pregnant, breastfeeding, planning pregnancy or receiving medical treatment should seek advice from an appropriate healthcare professional before using a retinol-containing product. Follow the final precautionary wording approved for the product label and sales market.

Is it suitable for first-time retinol users?

It may be suitable when introduced gradually. Begin with two non-consecutive applications per week.

Can I use it every night?

Not initially. Increase only if the skin remains comfortable. Some customers do not need nightly application.

Should I use it in the morning?

No. It is intended as an evening treatment. Apply sunscreen the following day.

How much should I apply?

Use a small amount—just enough to spread a thin, even layer over the face and neck. A thicker layer may increase irritation without improving performance.

Can I use it around my eyes?

Do not apply to the eyelids or close to the eyes unless approved product directions specifically permit this.

Can I use it with Youthful CEFQ Serum™?

Yes. Use Youthful CEFQ Serum™ in the morning and Q‑Retinol Pro Night Gel™ in the evening.

Can I use it with AquaLock Serum™?

Yes. Apply AquaLock Serum™ after Q‑Retinol Pro Night Gel™ for additional hydration and routine comfort.

Should I use Q‑Retinol Pro Serum™ and Night Gel™ together?

They contain the same Q‑Retinol Pro active formula in different textures. Choose the Serum or Night Gel according to your texture preference unless a specific Micellar Cosmetics routine instructs otherwise. Do not routinely layer both, as this would increase the amount of retinol-containing product applied.

Can I use exfoliating acids?

Avoid strong acids in the same routine during introduction. Once tolerance is established, schedule them on separate evenings where appropriate.

When should I expect results?

Benefits are gradual and timing varies. Tolerance and regular use matter more than rapidly increasing frequency.

Keep tightly closed in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight and excessive heat. Do not leave in a hot vehicle or near a window. Use within the period shown by the packaging symbol after opening.

Category: Night renewal facial gel
Pack size: 30 ml
Country of manufacture: Singapore
Responsible company: Micellar Cosmetics Pte Ltd
Batch identification: Refer to the product container

Aqua, Silica, Coco Glucoside, Glyceryl Caprylate, Isoamyl Laurate, Lactobacillus Ferment, Squalane, Propanediol, Retinol, Glucocolactone, Sodium Ascorbyl Phosphate, Panthenol, Sodium Lactate, Sodium PCA, Betaine, Adenosine, Ectoine, Natural Mixed Tocotrienols, Trehalose, Beta-Glucan, Creatine, Panthenol, Coenzyme Q10, Hydrolysed Collagen Protein, Lactic Acid, Sodium Phytate, Ferulic Acid, Scutellaria Baicalensis Extract, Isatis tinctoria L. (Woad) Extract, Green Coffee Bean Extract, Camellia Sinensis (Green Tea) Leaf Extract, Ginkgo Biloba Extract, Aloe Barbadensis (Aloe vera) Leaf Juice, Resveratrol, Quercetin.

Verification required before publishing: Silica has been added to reflect the stated 5% addition, but its final position must match the production formula and product label. The supplied base list contains Panthenol twice, and “Glucocolactone” may require correction to the recognised INCI name “Gluconolactone.” The product-container list is the current version for its batch.