The most important ingredients

Retinol

The gold standard in anti-ageing - a form of vitamin A that accelerates skin renewal.

Function: Can support the skin's resilience, ease wrinkles, brighten pigment spots and refine skin texture.

Peptides

Short chains of amino acids - signalling molecules for the skin.

Function: Can support resilience and skin structure, ease wrinkles and firm the skin.

Hyaluronic acid

A molecule produced by the body that can bind up to 1,000 times its weight in water.

Function: Can intensively supply the skin with moisture, plump up fine lines and strengthen the skin barrier.

Ceramides

Skin-identical lipids that form the "mortar" between skin cells - essential for an intact skin barrier.

Function: Can repair and strengthen the skin barrier, reduce moisture loss and protect sensitive skin.

Application

Apply a pea-sized amount to clean skin of face and neck. Distribute evenly and massage in gently.

Morning use in the morning and/or evening.

Frequently asked questions

When is Renewal Crème enough and when do I need more?

Renewal Crème is sufficient for mild dryness and slight redness — it is the lightest moisture step in the ZO Skin Health system. If your skin is severely dry, reacts strongly to retinol, or you are in a recovery phase after a procedure, the richer Recovery Crème is the better choice.

What is the difference between Renewal and Recovery Crème regarding retinol?

Both contain retinol, but in different overall formulas. Renewal is lighter and focuses on daily moisturisation with retinol. Recovery is richer and also contains ceramides for intensive barrier repair. Renewal is suitable for normal to combination skin; Recovery for dry, more sensitive, or retinol-stressed skin.

Can I use Renewal Crème morning and evening?

Yes, Renewal Crème is gentle enough for twice daily use — ideal in the evening, usable in the morning if you are not applying a strong SPF product (it can be used as a light base). With retinol routines, the evening is the more important application.

When should I switch from Renewal to Recovery Crème?

Switch to Recovery when Renewal is no longer sufficient: persistent dryness, a feeling of tightness, or visible flaking that does not improve after 2 weeks. That signals your skin needs more intensive barrier support.

Is Renewal Crème suitable after cosmetic procedures?

To a limited extent. Immediately after laser or chemical peel (days 1–2), you need Hydrating Crème (retinol-free) because the skin is too sensitive for retinol. From day 3 to 5 onwards, if the skin has calmed, Renewal Crème can be used as a gentle transition. From week 2 onwards, normal use.

About the brand

ZO Skin Health was developed by Dr. Zein Obagi - one of the world's most renowned dermatologists, with over 35 years of research in Beverly Hills. His principle: the skin is not “repaired” from the outside; instead, the cells themselves are activated. Because collagen, elastin and cell renewal decline with age, ZO products work in a targeted way across different skin layers - as system skincare following established treatment protocols, not as a single product.

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Ingredients (INCI)

Aqua, Isocetyl Stearate, Isopropyl Palmitate, Cetearyl Alcohol, Glycerin, Lactococcus Ferment Lysate, Jojoba Esters, Silica, Steareth-21, Steareth-2, Polysorbate 60, Polysorbate 20, Cocos Nucifera Oil, Glycine Soja Oil, Avena Sativa Kernel Extract, Epilobium Angustifolium Flower/Leaf/Stem Extract, Gardenia Taitensis Flower Extract, Plankton Extract, Glycine Soja Sterols, Tocopherol, Retinol, Magnesium Ascorbyl Phosphate, Ectoin, Caprylyl Glycol, Polyglutamic Acid, Hexylene Glycol, Hydrogenated Lecithin, Lecithin, Ubiquinone, Acetyl Hexapeptide-8, Tetrasodium EDTA, Sodium Hyaluronate, Carbomer, Sodium Hydroxide, Citric Acid, Phenoxyethanol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Sodium Benzoate, Sorbic Acid, Potassium Sorbate.

Instructions for use

Contains small amounts of vitamin A compounds (retinol). Consult a doctor before use during pregnancy and breastfeeding. Daytime sunscreen with at least SPF 30 recommended. For external use only.

Product Safety & Contact

NOVVIA GmbH ,

Am Lohmühlbach 17
85356 Freising
Deutschland
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info@NOVVIA.de , +49 8161 96994-0