Obagi Retinol + PHA Refining Night Cream 50ml

✨ Product Description

Obagi Retinol + PHA Refining Night Cream is an advanced overnight renewal cream designed to smooth skin texture, refine uneven tone, and support visible skin renewal while you sleep.

This formula combines entrapped retinol with PHA (Gluconolactone) to encourage skin cell turnover while gently exfoliating the surface of the skin. Unlike traditional high-strength retinol products that can feel harsh, this cream is designed to deliver renewal with better comfort and hydration support.  

This is not a basic night cream — it is a retinol + gentle exfoliation treatment for smoother, brighter, more refined skin over time.

 💎 Key Benefits

✔ Suitable for:

• dull or uneven skin tone
• rough or textured skin
• early signs of ageing
• enlarged pores or surface buildup
• users wanting retinol benefits with a gentler exfoliation approach

❌ Not ideal for:

• highly sensitive or compromised skin
• pregnancy or breastfeeding routines
• users already using strong retinoids or strong acids nightly

 🔬 What Makes It Different

1. Entrapped Retinol Technology

Retinol is known for supporting skin cell turnover, smoothing texture, improving fine lines, and helping skin look fresher over time.

In this formula, the retinol is entrapped, meaning it is designed for gradual release to support effectiveness while helping reduce irritation compared with more direct retinol delivery.  

2. PHA Gentle Exfoliation

The formula uses Gluconolactone, a Polyhydroxy Acid (PHA), to gently exfoliate, smooth texture, support hydration, and improve the look of uneven tone. PHA is generally considered gentler than many traditional AHAs, making it useful for customers who want refinement without overly aggressive peeling.  

3. Dual Renewal System: Retinol + PHA

This product works on two levels:

• Retinol supports deeper skin renewal and visible anti-ageing benefits
• PHA refines the surface layer for smoother, brighter-looking skin

This makes it a smart option for customers who want improvement in texture, dullness, and early ageing in one night treatment.

4. Hydration and Barrier Support

Unlike many retinol products that focus only on renewal, this cream also includes hydration and comfort-supporting ingredients such as Sodium Hyaluronate, Glycerin, Squalane, Hydrogenated Lecithin, Shea Butter Extract, and Vitamin E.  

5. Better Option Than Jumping Straight Into Strong Retinol

For customers who are scared of peeling, dryness, or irritation from strong retinol, this is easier to position as a balanced renewal cream: retinol benefits, gentle exfoliation, and moisturising support in one.

 🧪 Key Ingredients

• Entrapped Retinol → supports skin renewal, smoother texture, fine lines, and visible ageing
• PHA / Gluconolactone → gentle exfoliation, smoother texture, hydration support
• Sodium Hyaluronate → hydration and plumping support
• Glycerin → moisture barrier support
• Squalane → supports barrier comfort and softness
• Vitamin E / Tocopherol → antioxidant and nourishing support
• Shea Butter Extract + Hydrogenated Lecithin → moisturising and barrier-supporting ingredients  

 🕒 How to Use

Apply at night to clean, dry skin.

Start 2–3 times per week, then increase gradually as tolerated.

Use sunscreen every morning.

 ⚠️ Important Notes

• Mild dryness, tingling, or peeling may occur when starting
• Do not combine with strong acids or strong retinoids in the same routine at first
• Not recommended during pregnancy or breastfeeding
• Daily sunscreen is essential when using retinol products
• Introduce slowly if the skin is sensitive or treatment-naive

 🧬 About the Brand – Obagi Medical (USA 🇺🇸)

Obagi Medical is a physician-dispensed skincare brand known for clinical, treatment-focused products targeting ageing, pigmentation, acne, and overall skin health.

This Retinol + PHA formula reflects Obagi’s newer approach to night renewal: combining retinol technology with gentle exfoliation and hydration support for a smoother, more refined complexion.