![This is ESK's Ultimate A+. The stronger of our two Retinal creams! This one is better suited to those looking for a stronger Retinal or for those with acne prone skin, oily skin or thick textured skin. No need to worry when to use retinol in routine or when to apply retinol as out number format breaks it down for you, it can be used after the 4 or 4- in the evening time.](http://www.eskcare.com/cdn/shop/products/Ultimate-A_-50ml_2048x.png?v=1627890418)
![The travel size Ultimate A+, this product contains 0.1% Retinaldehyde whereas the 5 contains 0.06% Retinaldehyde so this will provide stronger results for those with acne prone skin or oily skin types.](http://www.eskcare.com/cdn/shop/products/Ultimate-A_-15ml_674c90f9-f613-40a6-b27c-4efeccc08318_2048x.png?v=1658465788)
![This is a close up look at the texture of the Ultimate A+ night cream. Have you wondered when to use retinol ? We recommend in the evening time after your night serum. The texture is a lightweight cream that glides on the skin smoothly and plumps the skin.](http://www.eskcare.com/cdn/shop/products/Ultimate-A_-texture_2048x.png?v=1658465788)
![This image shows a lady holding her ESK Ultimate A+ Retinal Serum. She has applied some to her cheek whilst holding up her bottle of Evidence Based Anti-Aging Skincare product. Do you wonder whether to use retinol before or after moisturizer ? We recommend before! You can use moisturiser after to lock in extra hydration if you need. But if you have oily skin you wont need to.](http://www.eskcare.com/cdn/shop/products/ultimatea_1_1_2048x.png?v=1658465806)
![This is a man holding up his bottle of ESK Ultimate A+ night cream. This is what he uses every night instead of retinol. It doesn't cause irritation to his skin yet it is strong enough to help combat the thick texture and pigmentation on his skin.](http://www.eskcare.com/cdn/shop/products/ultimatea_2_2048x.png?v=1658465815)
Ultimate A+
A Vitamin A (Retinal – 0.1%), B3 (Niacinamide – 4%) and AHA (Glycolic Acid – 2%) based night cream. Vitamin A is the ingredient with the strongest anti-ageing evidence and Retinal is the most effective and least irritating form of Vitamin A.
essential oils
made and owned
& Vegan
in Australia, UK, US & NZ*
guarantee*
Description
A night cream with a blend of Vitamin A (Retinal – 0.1%), B3 (Niacinamide – 4%) and AHA (Glycolic Acid – 2%).
Vitamin A is the ingredient with the strongest anti-ageing evidence and Retinal is the most effective and least irritating form of Vitamin A. It promotes collagen growth, increases skin elasticity and in combination with hydroxy acids, clears acne effectively and without irritation. Vitamin B3 improves the skin barrier function and promotes an even skin tone, reducing sun spots and uneven pigmentation.*
For repair and rejuvenating normal, oilier and thicker skin types and for management of mild to moderate acne.
*Suspend use of Vitamin A products if pregnant of breastfeeding.
Full Size - 50ml (Lasts 3 - 4 months)
Travel Size - 15ml (Lasts 3 - 4 weeks)
Evidence
![](https://images.accentuate.io/?image=https%3A%2F%2Fcdn.accentuate.io%2F57697566896%2F1628143580787%2FRetinal%402x.png%3Fv%3D0&c_options=w_2048)
Retinal
Retinal is the number 1 “must have ingredient” in any skin care regime. “Rewinds the clock on skin aging” and results in increased skin elasticity and reduces wrinkles, fine lines and pigmentation. Also effective in managing acne.
![](https://images.accentuate.io/?image=https%3A%2F%2Fcdn.accentuate.io%2F57697566896%2F1628143615257%2FNiacinamide%402x.png%3Fv%3D0&c_options=w_2048)
Niacinamide
Manages Acne, Rosacea and eczema, reduces pigmentation and improves skin barrier function. An Anti-Oxidant, assists in repair of cell DNA, improves skin barrier function and manages the skin’s natural oil production increases skin elasticity and reduces pigmentation.
![](https://images.accentuate.io/?image=https%3A%2F%2Fcdn.accentuate.io%2F57697566896%2F1628143646010%2Fglycolic-acid%402x.png%3Fv%3D0&c_options=w_2048)
Glycolic and Lactic Acid
Exfoliates and smooths the skin. Improves skin texture and tone through exfoliation. Helps remove dead skin cells on the surface and promotes skin cell growth.
Usage
Use only at night. Apply 1 – 2 pumps to the fingertips and apply to the face after cleansing as the final step in your night-time routine. Also for use on décolletage, back of hands and forearms.
Do not use if pregnant, breastfeeding or trying to conceive.
Ingredients
Water/Aqua, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Macadamia Ternifolia Seed Oil, Ethanol, Glycerin, Niacinamide, Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis (Sweet Almond) Oil, Glycolic Acid, Glyceryl Stearate, Cetearyl Alcohol, Tocopheryl Acetate, Cetyl Alcohol , Benzyl Alcohol, PEG-75 Stearate , PEG-100 Stearate, Xanthan Gum, Retinal, Ceteth-20, Steareth-20, Dehydroacetic Acid