Ursa Major Retinal Serum Lunar Bloom 1.0 oz — Nighttime Vitamin A Treatment, Gentle & Vegan

Ursa Major Lunar Bloom Retinal Serum is a nighttime facial serum that uses retinal and plant actives to smooth the look of fine lines while supporting skin barrier health.

Designed as an evening step in your skincare routine, this 1.0 ounce serum combines a bioactive form of vitamin A with botanical extracts and plant-derived ceramides to address skin texture and radiance. The formula aims to be effective yet gentle: retinal delivers high-performance renewal in lower doses, while ginger, night-blooming flower cells and gardenia stem cells provide antioxidant and barrier-supporting benefits. It’s vegan, cruelty-free, and free from parabens, synthetic fragrance, silicones, and other common irritants.

How does retinal in this serum improve skin texture?

Retinal is a direct vitamin A derivative that works faster and at lower concentrations than retinol. In this formula it encourages surface renewal to refine the appearance of uneven texture and the look of fine lines without over-drying when used as directed at night.

• Contains retinal — more bioactive than many retinol products.
• Delivered in a balanced, low-dose formula to reduce irritation risk.
• Paired with hydrating plant ceramides to help retain moisture.
• Evening application supports nightly skin renewal cycles.

What plant extracts are included and what do they do?

The serum blends micronutrient-rich forest botanicals and night-blooming flower cells to support radiance and skin resilience. Ginger root offers soothing antioxidant properties while gardenia stem cells and Four O’Clock Flower Cells are selected for their role in supporting collagen and a luminous appearance.

• Ginger Root Extract — calming antioxidant benefits.
• Four O’Clock Flower Cells — promote refreshed-looking radiance.
• Gardenia Stem Cells — support the look of collagen and elastin.
• Plant-derived ceramides — help seal in hydration and reinforce the barrier.

Is Lunar Bloom safe for sensitive or acne-prone skin?

The formula is developed to be gentle and unscented, making it suitable for many skin types, including sensitive and acne-prone complexions when introduced carefully. Because retinal is potent, Ursa Major recommends a gradual start to allow skin to adapt and always pairing with daytime SPF to protect renewed skin.

• Vegan, cruelty-free, and fragrance-free to minimize irritants.
• Begin use three times weekly, then increase as tolerated.
• Works for mature and younger skin types focused on texture and glow.
• Follow with daily sunscreen during daytime to protect results.

How do I incorporate this serum into my evening routine?

Apply Lunar Bloom after cleansing and any water-based treatments but before heavier creams or oils. Start with a small amount a few nights per week, then increase frequency as your skin becomes accustomed; top with a moisturizer to lock in hydration.

• Use at night only—retinal can increase sun sensitivity.
• Begin with 2–3 nights per week, gradually increasing use.
• Layer under a hydrating cream or oil to minimize dryness.
• Always wear SPF each morning while using retinal products.

Who is this for? Lunar Bloom Retinal Serum suits anyone seeking a stronger vitamin A step than retinol but who still needs a gentle approach—people looking to smooth fine lines, refine texture, and boost nightly skin renewal without added fragrance or harsh fillers. It’s a good match for those who prefer plant-based, clean formulations and are willing to introduce actives carefully, especially users with sensitive or acne-prone skin who follow a gradual usage plan and daytime sun protection.

Ingredients

Water / Aqua / Eau, Propanediol, Squalane, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Glycerin, Hydrogenated Ethylhexyl Olivate, Simmondsia Chinensis (Jojoba) Seed Oil, Oryza Sativa (Rice) Bran Oil, Limnanthes Alba (Meadowfoam) Seed Oil, Potassium Cetyl Phosphate, Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid, Bisabolol, Zingiber Officinale (Ginger) Root Extract, Retinal, Hydrogenated Olive Oil Unsaponifiables, Mirabilis Jalapa Callus Extract, Lespedeza Capitata Flower/Leaf/Stem Extract, Gardenia Jasminoides Meristem Cell Culture, Crocus Chrysanthus Bulb Extract, Phospholipids, Sphingolipids, Sodium Citrate, p-Anisic Acid, Betula Alba Juice, Tricholoma Matsutake Extract, Picea Abies Extract, Carya Ovata Bark Extract, Saccharomyces Ferment, Lauroyl Lysine, Hydroxyapatite, Caprylhydroxamic Acid, 1,2-Hexanediol, Trisodium Ethylenediamine Disuccinate, Sodium Lauroyl Glutamate, Glyceryl Stearate, Cetearyl Alcohol, Stearic Acid, Citric Acid, Pentylene Glycol, Tocopherol, Acacia Senegal Gum, Xanthan Gum, Sodium Hydroxide, Phenoxyethanol.