Mary & May Spicule Retinol PDRN Cream

A Korean night cream that combines retinol, PDRN and marine micro-spicules in one 15 g tube. Mary&May made it to improve the look of wrinkles, pores and rough texture, with panthenol, ceramide and hyaluronic acid to keep skin comfortable.

Quick Facts

• What it is: a retinol and PDRN night cream with micro-spicules, from the Korean brand Mary&May
• Size: 15 g
• Use: evening
• Key ingredients: retinol (Mary&May states 1,000 ppm, about 0.1%), micro-spicules (hydrolyzed sponge), PDRN (sodium DNA), panthenol, niacinamide, ceramide NP, hyaluronic acid, allantoin, adenosine
• Fragrance: no added fragrance
• Where to buy it in Egypt: at SkinPop, skinpopeg.com, with delivery across Egypt

What it's for

• Improving the look of wrinkles, visible pores and uneven texture (Mary&May's stated purpose)
• Smoother-looking skin, which Mary&May attributes to the micro-spicules working alongside retinol
• Keeping skin calm and moisturized with panthenol, allantoin, ceramide and hyaluronic acid

Good for: anyone wanting smoother texture, less visible pores or softer-looking fine lines. Mary&May describes the formula as gentle, but if your skin is sensitive or you're new to retinol, patch test first.

How to use

1. In the evening, after cleansing and serum, take a small amount (about a pea size for the whole face).
2. Spread evenly over the face, avoiding the eyes and lips, and let it absorb. Use it as your last step.
3. Start with 2–3 nights a week and increase as your skin gets used to it.
4. Don't use it on the same night as other retinoids or strong exfoliating acids (AHA/BHA) until you know how your skin reacts.
5. Wear sunscreen every morning while using retinol.

Cautions

A light prickling feeling is expected from the micro-spicules. Stop using it if you get burning, redness that doesn't settle, swelling or itching. Don't apply to broken or irritated skin. If you're pregnant or breastfeeding, check with your doctor before using any retinol product. Keep out of reach of children.

Questions

Why does it tingle?
The micro-spicules are tiny marine-derived particles that create a light prickling feeling as you apply. Mild tingling is normal and should fade; stop if it turns into burning or lasting redness.

Can I use it in the morning?
Use it at night. Retinol can make skin more sensitive to the sun, so wear sunscreen the next morning.

Is it suitable for retinol beginners?
Yes, if you start slowly, 2–3 nights a week. Because it combines retinol with spicules, don't add other strong actives on the same night at first.

How long does delivery take in Egypt?
Delivery takes 3–7 business days, depending on your area.

Pairs well with: it's part of our Korean Retinol Recovery Kit. For the morning after, choose a sunscreen from our Sunscreen collection. More options in our Moisturizers collection.