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SkinBetter Science Intensive AlphaRet Overnight Cream

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Highest-strength AlphaRet retinoid cream for renewal.

Product Info

SkinBetter Science Intensive AlphaRet Overnight Cream is the stronger version of the award-winning AlphaRet Overnight Cream, made for experienced retinoid users who want faster results. It pairs the patented AlphaRet complex — a retinoid bonded to lactic acid — with skinbetter's highest level of glycolic acid to visibly smooth lines, wrinkles, tone, and texture overnight, with little to no irritation.

Key Ingredients and How They Work

AlphaRet (ethyl lactyl retinoate) joins a retinoid with an AHA in one molecule for retinoid-level renewal that stays gentle. A higher concentration of glycolic acid retexturizes and boosts that renewal. A blend of ceramide, squalane, niacinamide, and hyaluronic acid counteracts the dryness typical of retinoids, while peptides, vitamins C and E, and CoQ10 firm and defend against free radicals.

How to Use

Use in the evening. Apply a thin layer to clean, dry skin all over the face, avoiding the eye area. Because this is the intensive strength, ease in a few nights a week if you are new to it and build up as tolerated. Always follow with a broad-spectrum sunscreen the next morning.

What to Expect

Skin looks smoother and more even, with a visible reduction in the look of wrinkles in as little as four weeks. The cushiony cream hydrates as it renews, so you get retinoid results without the usual peeling and tightness. It is fragrance-free, dye-free, and paraben-free.

Who Should Use This

Best for experienced retinoid users, and for normal, dry, combination, oily, and mature skin wanting firmer, brighter, smoother skin. If you are newer to retinoids, start with the original AlphaRet Overnight Cream first.

Recommended by ELLEMES providers as the step-up from AlphaRet Overnight Cream once your skin is retinoid-ready. Pair with a gentle cleanser and daily SPF.

How to Use

1. Use in the evening.
 
2. Apply a thin layer to clean, dry skin all over the face, avoiding the eye area.
 
3. If new to the intensive strength, start a few nights a week and build up as tolerated.
 
4. Always apply a broad-spectrum sunscreen the next morning.

Ingredients

Key Ingredients: Acacia Senegal Gum, Bisabolol, Butyrospermum Parkii Shea Butter, Camellia Sinensis Green Tea Leaf Extract, Ceramide Np, Cetearyl Olivate, Cholesterol, Ethyl Lactyl Retinoate, Glycerin, Glycolic Acid, Linoleic Acid, Linolenic Acid, Niacinamide, Palmitoyl Tetrapeptide 7, Palmitoyl Tripeptide 1, Panthenol, Sodium Hyaluronate, Sodium Pca, Sorbitan Olivate, Tetrahexyldecyl Ascorbate, Tocopherol, Tocopheryl Acetate, Ubiquinone

Full Ingredients: Aqua/Water, Glycolic Acid, Sodium Glycolate, Cetearyl Olivate, Pentylene Glycol, Cyclopentasiloxane, Isohexadecane, Sorbitan Olivate, Tetrahexyldecyl Ascorbate, Glycerin, Ceresin, Glycol Palmitate, Butylene Glycol, Niacinamide, Squalane, Methyl Gluceth-20, Ethyl Lactyl Retinoate, Palmitoyl Tripeptide-1, Palmitoyl Tetrapeptide-7, Ceramide NP, Hyaluronic Acid, Ubiquinone, Tocopherol, Bisabolol, Tocopheryl Acetate, Superoxide Dismutase, Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) Butter, Allantoin Glycyrrhetinic Acid, Sodium PCA, Panthenol, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Portulaca Oleracea Extract, Linoleic Acid, Cholesterol, Linolenic Acid, Magnesium Aluminum Silicate, Dimethyl Isosorbide, Dimethicone, Glyceryl Stearate, PEG-100 Stearate, Steareth-2, Hydroxyethylcellulose, Acacia Senegal Gum, Xanthan Gum, Hydrated Silica, Carbomer, Polysorbate 20, Disodium EDTA, Ethylhexylglycerin, Phenoxyethanol, Titanium Dioxide (CI 77891).

Shipping

When will my order be shipped?

We aim to ship all products the same or next business day (Monday - Friday, excluding holidays) if in stock. If a delay occurs due to manufacturer backorders, we will notify you via email.

When will my order arrive?

Most orders are delivered within 2-3 business days, with over 99% arriving within 7 business days. Delivery times depend on the distance from our Atlanta, GA, location and the carrier.

How do I track my order?

Once your order ships, you will receive an email with a tracking number to monitor delivery progress.

What if my tracking number says "delivered" but I can't find my package?

Check your front/back porches, side doors, garage areas, and with neighbors. If the package is still missing after 2 business days, contact us for assistance.

SKU: 0865800000267
Type: Anti Aging

Ideal for these Concerns: Dark Spots & Hyperpigmentation, Dryness & Dehydration, Fine Lines & Wrinkles, Uneven Texture, Uneven Tone

Help Center?

Intensive Overnight Renewal

Retinoid + High-Level Glycolic

Suited for:

Experienced retinoid users

Target concerns:

Wrinkles, texture, uneven tone

Benefits:

Smooths, renews, firms

When to use:

Evening, a few nights to nightly

The Overnight Upgrade

Why You'll Love It

The higher-strength AlphaRet that renews skin overnight while keeping irritation low.

Patented AlphaRet

A retinoid bonded to lactic acid delivers retinoid-level renewal while minimizing the usual irritation.

Highest Glycolic Level

skinbetter's highest concentration of glycolic acid retexturizes and amplifies AlphaRet's results.

Cushiony, Not Drying

Ceramides, squalane, niacinamide, and hyaluronic acid counteract the dryness typical of strong retinoids.

Visible in 4 Weeks

The look of wrinkles is significantly reduced in as little as four weeks, with little-to-no irritation.

Renew and Retexturize

Key Ingredients

AlphaRet

Retinoid + AHA

A retinoid bonded to lactic acid that renews the look of skin like a retinoid while helping minimize irritation.

Retexturizing AHA

Glycolic Acid

skinbetter's highest level of glycolic acid helps refine the look of texture and boost the efficacy of AlphaRet.

Firming Support

Peptide Blend

A targeted peptide blend helps smooth the appearance of wrinkles and support skin firmness and resiliency.

Need to Know

Frequently Asked Questions

Everything you need to know before choosing, using, and caring for your skin with Purity products.

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How is this different from regular AlphaRet Overnight Cream?

It is the intensive strength: it uses skinbetter's highest level of glycolic acid alongside the AlphaRet complex for faster, more noticeable smoothing. If you are new to retinoids, start with the original AlphaRet Overnight Cream first.

Will it irritate my skin?

AlphaRet is designed to deliver retinoid results with little-to-no irritation, and the ceramide-rich base helps. Because this is the intensive strength, ease in a few nights a week and build up as your skin adjusts.

When do I use it?

In the evening only. Apply a thin layer to clean, dry skin all over the face, avoiding the eye area, and always wear a broad-spectrum sunscreen the next day.

Is it hydrating?

Yes. A blend of ceramides, squalane, niacinamide, and hyaluronic acid counteracts the dryness usually associated with retinoids, so skin stays comfortable.

Who should not use it?

Anyone new to retinoids, or with very sensitive or reactive skin, should begin with the original AlphaRet Overnight Cream. Avoid use during pregnancy or breastfeeding unless cleared by your provider.

Can I use it with other actives?

Use it on its own at night; avoid layering with other strong exfoliants or retinoids the same evening. Pair it with a gentle cleanser and a daily SPF.