Description
Somme A-Bomb Retinol Moisturizer with MDT5™
Your daily dose of vitamin A — lightweight, effective, and built for real results.
The A-Bomb Retinol Moisturizer isn't just another face cream. It's a smartly formulated daily moisturizer that delivers retinyl palmitate (vitamin A) alongside niacinamide, vitamin C, and vitamin E — all through Somme's proprietary MDT5™ delivery system — in a lightweight texture your skin will actually enjoy wearing every day.
Suitable for all skin types. Travel-friendly 2 oz size (TSA-approved).
Why It Works
Most people avoid retinoids because of irritation, peeling, and the hassle of nighttime-only routines. The A-Bomb changes that equation. Retinyl palmitate is one of the gentlest forms of vitamin A available over the counter, making it an ideal entry point for retinoid beginners — or a reliable daily driver for those who've been burned (literally) by harsher formulas.
Pair that with the MDT5™ delivery system — Somme's proprietary technology that binds retinyl palmitate with carrot-derived polypeptides for enhanced delivery — and you get a vitamin A product designed to actually reach your skin, not just sit on top of it.
Key Ingredients & What They Do
🔬 Retinyl Palmitate + Carrot Polypeptide (MDT5™) The gentlest form of vitamin A, fused with peptides via Somme's exclusive delivery technology. Ideal for daily use and sensitive skin types new to retinoids.
✨ Niacinamide (Vitamin B3) One of the most well-researched ingredients in skincare. Helps support an even tone, minimize the appearance of pores, and strengthen the skin barrier.
🛡️ Vitamin E (Tocopherol) A powerful antioxidant that helps protect skin from environmental stressors and supports moisture retention.
💧 Vitamin C Derivative (Ascorbyl Methylsilanol Pectinate) A stable, skin-friendly form of vitamin C that works synergistically with vitamin E for antioxidant protection.
🌿 Glycerin + Soybean Oil Proven, effective humectant and emollient duo that draws in moisture and keeps it locked in throughout the day.
🌸 Botanical Extracts Orange peel, lavender, geranium, and lime — natural botanical extracts that complement the formula's skin-supportive profile.
How to Use It
- Apply to clean, dry skin in the morning
- Smooth over face, neck, and chest as desired
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Always follow with SPF 30 or higher — non-negotiable with any vitamin A product
- Use daily for best results
New to retinoids? Start 2–3 times per week and build up as your skin adjusts. Some initial dryness or flaking is normal — this is your skin adapting, not a reaction to stop.
Best For
✅ All skin types ✅ Retinoid beginners looking for a gentle starting point ✅ Anyone wanting a lightweight daily moisturizer with active ingredients ✅ People who want vitamin A without the intensity of prescription-strength products ✅ Travelers (2 oz / TSA-approved)
What to Expect
Week 1–2: Skin feels hydrated and soft. Some may notice mild adjustment (slight dryness or sensitivity — totally normal). Week 3–4+: With consistent daily use, skin tone and texture improvements become more noticeable as retinyl palmitate works gradually and cumulatively.
Results vary. Consistency is the key.
⚠️ Good to Know Before You Buy
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Retinoids + sun sensitivity: Daily SPF is required. This isn't optional — it's part of the routine.
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Pregnant or nursing? Consult your healthcare provider before using any retinoid product.
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Paraben-sensitive? This formula contains methylparaben and propylparaben as preservatives. Worth noting if you avoid them.
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For external use only. Avoid contact with eyes.
Retinoid Strength — Where This Fits
Gentler doesn't mean ineffective — it means sustainable, daily use without the harsh side effects that make people quit. That's the point.
Full Ingredient List
Water (Aqua), Retinyl Palmitate/Carrot Polypeptide, Glycerin, Myristyl Myristate, PEG-8 Distearate, Citrus Aurantium Dulcis (Orange) Peel Extract, Lavandula Angustifolia (Lavender) Flower/Leaf/Stem Extract, Geranium Maculatum Extract, Citrus Aurantifolia (Lime) Peel Extract, Glycine Soja (Soybean) Oil, Tocopherol, Niacinamide, Ascorbyl Methylsilanol Pectinate, PEG-40 Stearate, Glyceryl Stearate, PEG-100 Stearate, Cetyl Alcohol, Sorbitan Stearate, Hydroxyethylcellulose, Carbomer, Triethanolamine, Methylparaben, Propylparaben, Propylene Glycol, Diazolidinyl Urea, Iodopropynyl Butylcarbamate
WATER (AQUA), RETINYL PALMITATE / CARROT POLYPEPTIDE, GLYCERIN, MYRISTYL MYRISTATE, PEG-8 DISTEARATE, CITRUS AURANTIUM DULCIS (ORANGE) PEEL EXTRACT, LAVANDULA ANGUSTIFOLIA (LAVENDER) FLOWER / LEAF / STEM EXTRACT, GERANIUM MACULATUM EXTRACT, CITRUS AURANTIFOLIA (LIME) PEEL EXTRACT, GLYCINE SOJA (SOYBEAN) OIL, TOCOPHEROL, NIACINAMIDE, ASCORBYL METHYLSILANOL PECTINATE, PEG-40 STEARATE, GLYCERYL STEARATE, PEG-100 STEARATE, CETYL ALCOHOL, SORBITAN STEARATE, HYDROXYETHYLCELLULOSE, CARBOMER, TRIETHANOLAMINE, METHYLPARABEN, PROPYLPARABEN, PROPYLENE GLYCOL, DIAZOLIDINYL UREA, IODOPROPYNYL BUTYLCARBAMATE
