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Luna Sleeping Night Oil | Manufacturing and Formulation Insights

This page provides an ingredient-level review of Luna Sleeping Night Oil by Sunday Riley. Below you’ll find the publicly available ingredient list, a dynamic ingredient breakdown linked to the FormuNova ingredient database, and a formula structure overview intended for cosmetic founders, product developers, and brand teams researching competitor product architecture in modern face moisturizers and related Beauty & Personal Care categories. This page is a formulation and manufacturing review and does not imply or state any association between FormuNova and Sunday Riley.

Full Ingredient List

Vitis Vinifera (Grape) Seed Oil, Rubus Laciniatus (Blackberry) Seed Oil, Salvia Hispanica (Chia) Seed Oil, Persea Gratissima (Avocado) Oil, Dimethyl Isosorbide, Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Oil, Hydroxypinacolone Retinoate, Rosmarinus Officinalis (Rosemary) Leaf Extract, Citrus Aurantium Amara (Bitter Orange) Flower Oil, Citrus Aurantium Dulcis (Orange) Oil, Chamomilla Recutita (Matricaria) Flower Oil, Cananga Odorata (Ylang Ylang) Flower Oil, Vetiveria Zizanoides Root Oil, Anthemis Nobilis (Chamomile) Flower Oil, Tanacetum Annuum (Blue Tansy) Flower Oil, Vanilla Planifolia (Vanilla) Fruit Extract, Eriocephalus Punctulatus (Cape Chamomile) Flower Oil, Green 6 (CI 61565), Violet 2 (CI 60725)

Formulation Deep Dive

Sunday Riley Luna Sleeping Night Oil is a high-performance anhydrous treatment designed to deliver retinoid benefits while supporting the skin's lipid barrier. The formulation utilizes a nutrient-dense carrier base composed of Vitis Vinifera (Grape) Seed Oil, Rubus Laciniatus (Blackberry) Seed Oil, and Persea Gratissima (Avocado) Oil, providing a rich source of antioxidants and essential fatty acids for deep emolliency. The active performance is driven by Hydroxypinacolone Retinoate, a direct-acting retinoid ester that promotes cellular turnover without the typical irritation associated with retinoic acid, supported by the anti-inflammatory properties of Tanacetum Annuum (Blue Tansy) and Chamomilla Recutita (Matricaria) Flower Oil. The system is stabilized in a waterless environment to ensure the integrity of the retinoid and uses botanical extracts like Rosmarinus Officinalis (Rosemary) Leaf Extract for its natural antioxidant preservative properties.

Formula Structure Overview

This formula has a 32% match with ingredients from our research database. Among the matched ingredients, the main functional themes identified are categorized as antioxidant, barrier support, soother, and anti-inflammatory agent ingredients.

Reviewed Ingredient Coverage

32%

Matched Ingredients

Antioxidant

Barrier Support

Soother

Anti-Inflammatory Agent

Ingredient Analysis

About our ratings

Vitis vinifera (Grapeseed) Oil GREAT

Moisturize and fortify skin and hair; offer antioxidant defense and inflammation reduction.

Moisturizer Emollient Conditioner Antioxidant Anti-Inflammatory Agent Barrier Support Anti-Aging Agent

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Rubus Laciniatus (Blackberry) Seed Oil NOT RATED

Salvia Hispanica (Chia) Seed Oil NOT RATED

Persea Gratissima (Avocado) Oil GREAT

Hydrate and nourish skin and hair; deliver antioxidant protection and inflammation relief.

Moisturizer Emollient Conditioner Antioxidant Soother Anti-Inflammatory Agent Barrier Support

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Dimethyl Isosorbide NOT RATED

Helianthus annuus (Sunflower) Seed Oil GREAT

To reinforce skin barrier function, deliver lightweight hydration, and protect against oxidative stress—while improving texture and ease of application.

Moisturizer Emollient Texture Enhancer Antioxidant Soother Barrier Support

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Hydroxypinacolone Retinoate NOT RATED

Rosmarinus Officinalis (Rosemary) Leaf Extract GREAT

To hydrate and reinforce epidermal and scalp barriers using glycerin’s humectant action, while rosemary-derived phytochemicals furnish antioxidant defense and soothe inflammation.

Hydrator Cleansing Agent Astringent Antioxidant Soother Barrier Support Anti-Aging Agent

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Citrus Aurantium Amara Flower (Neroli) Oil GOOD

To soothe and calm the skin; protect against oxidative and microbial stress; support skin renewal and texture refinement; and enhance scalp comfort and hair manageability while adding a luxurious aromatic experience.

Texture Enhancer Conditioner Astringent Antioxidant Soother Anti-Inflammatory Agent

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Citrus Aurantium Dulcis (Orange) Oil NOT RATED

Chamomilla Recutita (Matricaria) Flower Oil NOT RATED

Cananga Odorata (Ylang Ylang) Flower Oil GOOD

Regulates skin and scalp sebum, calms inflammation, supports hydration and barrier function, refines skin texture, and enhances hair manageability.

Texture Enhancer Astringent Antioxidant Soother Anti-Inflammatory Agent Barrier Support Blood Flow Modulator

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Vetiveria Zizanoides Root Oil NOT RATED

Anthemis Nobilis (Chamomile) Flower Oil NOT RATED

Tanacetum Annuum (Blue Tansy) Flower Oil NOT RATED

Vanilla Planifolia (Vanilla) Fruit Extract NOT RATED

Eriocephalus Punctulatus (Cape Chamomile) Flower Oil NOT RATED

Green 6 (CI 61565) NOT RATED

Violet 2 (CI 60725) NOT RATED

The information provided in this review is based on internal research and publicly available sources. It is intended for general informational purposes only and does not constitute medical, legal, or regulatory advice. We do not guarantee the accuracy or completeness of this information. Users are encouraged to conduct their own research and consult appropriate professionals before making decisions based on this information.

The manufacturing partners for Sunday Riley are not publicly disclosed. Many brands work with multiple contract manufacturers across different regions depending on production volume, product type, and regulatory requirements.

Exact sales numbers for Sunday Riley are not publicly disclosed.

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