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Why we love it
We would choose this when you want your retinal care in a cream format with a moisturizing counterpart alongside it. The two-part design is its useful distinction. Keep the rest of your routine uncomplicated while you find a frequency that suits your skin.
Ingredients
Formula highlights
Formula 1 contains 0.05% retinal and peptides. Formula 2 contains panthenol and guaiazulene. Highlights are not the full ingredient lists.
Formula information: celimax. Check your pack for both complete lists.
How to use
How to use
- Start with a small amount every other evening for two weeks if new to retinal.
- Reduce amount or frequency if irritation occurs. Increase only as tolerated.
- Use sunscreen the following morning. Avoid the eyes and follow your pack’s precautions.
Usage guidance: celimax product directions at Ulta Beauty.
Safety information
Follow the directions and warnings on your product’s packaging. Check the ingredient list before use, especially if you have known sensitivities. Stop use if irritation occurs. Keep out of reach of children.
Your product label carries the most current formula, directions, and precautions.
THE VITA-A Retinal Shot Tightening Dual Cream
Moisturizer
A 50 ml dual-formula cream that pairs 0.05% retinal and peptides with a separate panthenol-and-guaiazulene formula. It combines care for the appearance of fine lines with moisturizing ingredients in one two-part format, introduced gradually in an evening routine.
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Texture, finish, and the final layer
Two formulas, one cream step.
50 ml dual-formula cream.
Formula highlights
Formula 1 contains 0.05% retinal and peptides. Formula 2 contains panthenol and guaiazulene. Highlights are not the full ingredient lists.
Formula information: celimax. Check your pack for both complete lists.


How to use
- Start with a small amount every other evening for two weeks if new to retinal.
- Reduce amount or frequency if irritation occurs. Increase only as tolerated.
- Use sunscreen the following morning. Avoid the eyes and follow your pack’s precautions.
Usage guidance: celimax product directions at Ulta Beauty.
Build around your daily steps
Complete your routine
Your questions
What makes this a dual cream?
It pairs a 0.05% retinal and peptide formula with a separate panthenol-and-guaiazulene formula in one 50 ml product.
When does it fit in my routine?
Use in the evening and introduce gradually, following your current pack. Use sunscreen the following morning.


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