1. Cleanse the face and allow the skin to dry.
2. Apply a small amount over the face and neck in a thin, even layer.
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 Serum™ → 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 serum.
• Avoid exfoliating products until comfort is restored.
• Do not apply to wet, irritated or recently exfoliated skin.

A moisturiser may be applied before the serum 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 and 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 and follow the precautions on the product packaging.

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. Applying more 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 the 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 Serum™ in the evening.

Can I use it with AquaLock Serum™?

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

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

No routine layering is generally necessary. Both are retinol-containing treatments within the Q-Retinol Pro™ range. Choose the format appropriate to your routine and texture preference rather than applying both together, as layering would increase the total amount of retinol-containing product applied to the skin.

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.

Product: Q-Retinol Pro Serum™
Category: Night renewal facial serum
Country of manufacture: Singapore
Responsible company: Micellar Cosmetics Pte Ltd
Batch identification: Refer to the product container

For the complete and current ingredient list, please refer to the Ingredients section on the Q-Retinol Pro Serum™ product page.

The product page is the definitive online source for the current ingredient declaration. Please also refer to the product packaging for the ingredient list applicable to your product batch.