Created by two University of Leeds professors
EYES & MOISTURISE
100% Natural Alternative to Retinol
The System Nature Eyes & Moisturiser Duo: Eye Cream and Moisturiser, plus a free application spatula. Two steps, two minutes, morning and night. A 100% natural alternative to retinol, powered by Bakuchiol and Mandarin Peel Extract, with no retinol-linked irritation or peeling and perfect for day and night use.
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The complete duo, targeted towards specific areas of your skin
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Smooths lines and firms across the face, neck and eye area
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Deeply hydrates, for a plumper, more even-looking complexion
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No adjustment period. No purging, no flaking, no photosensitivity
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Gentle on sensitive skin, including perimenopausal and menopausal skin
What's in your kit
EYE CREAM
Smooths & brightens the eye area · 25ml
£39
MOISTURISER
Firms, smooths & evens tone · 50ml
£48
Your free gift
SPATULA
Easy, hygienic application.
FREE
Total value
£87
You pay
£74
You save
£13 (14%)
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★★★★★
Verified buyer
"I am so impressed with these products. The quality is fantastic, I love how my skin feels after using all three and so far I've noticed significantly less irritation than I used to receive with retinol products. Have already recommended to family."
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The System Nature Eyes & Moisturiser Duo brings together our two hero products for a complete face and eye routine - a 100% natural alternative to retinol, powered by Bakuchiol and Mandarin Peel Extract. Together, the Eye Cream and Moisturiser smooth the look of fine lines, even out tone and deeply hydrate, without the irritation, redness, peeling or sun-sensitivity that comes with retinol. Gentle enough for daily use, morning and night, with no adjustment period needed.
What's Included:
✓ Eye Cream (25ml)
✓ Moisturiser (50ml)
✓ Free application spatula
Eye Cream, 25ml, £39. Lightweight and fast-absorbing, formulated specifically for the thinner, less oily skin around the eyes.
Moisturiser, £48. The hero formula, studied over 12 weeks for firmness, roughness and pigmentation.
Stainless Steel Spatula, free. So fingers never go into the jar. Eye creams are the easiest product in any routine to contaminate, and this is the simplest way to prevent it.
Apply Moisturiser to cleansed skin across your face and neck, massaging in gentle upward motions until absorbed. Follow with a rice-grain amount of Eye Cream, tapped gently around the orbital bone with your ring finger, avoiding the lash line. Use morning and night - both are photostable and safe in daylight, unlike retinol.
Eye Cream: Babchi Seed Extract (natural retinol alternative) · Grape Seed Oil (antioxidant-rich) · Safflower Seed Oil (soothing base) · Mandarin Peel Extract (radiance) · Rice Bran Wax (natural texture) · Vegetable Glycerin (hydration) · Xanthan Gum (natural thickener) · Polyglyceryl-3 Distearate (plant-derived emulsifier) · Hydrogenated Vegetable Oil (emollient) · Undecylenoyl Glycine (natural preservative, from castor bean) · Sodium Levulinate (naturally-derived preservative) · Sodium Anisate (naturally-derived preservative) · Aqua (water).
Moisturiser: Aqua (water) · Vitis Vinifera Seed Oil (grape seed oil) · Prunus Persica Kernel Oil (peach kernel oil) · Polyglyceryl-3 Distearate · Vegetable Glycerin · Oryza Sativa Bran Cera (rice bran wax) · Hydrogenated Vegetable Oil · Undecylenoyl Glycine · Prunus Avium Seed Oil (wild cherry seed oil) · Persea Gratissima Oil (avocado oil) · Psoralea Corylifolia Seed Extract (babchi seed extract) · Xanthan Gum · Coco-Glucoside · Sodium Levulinate · Citrus Nobilis Peel Extract (mandarin peel extract) · Sodium Anisate · Tocopherol (vitamin E) · Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil (sunflower seed oil).
All skin types, including dry, sensitive, perimenopausal and menopausal skin. Suitable for daily morning and evening use, with no build-up period needed.
What's NOT in it:
No retinol · No synthetic colours or fragrances · No silicones · No pesticides or GM ingredients · No harsh surfactants
100% natural · Certified cruelty-free and vegan
Free UK delivery on this kit. Free on all orders over £35, £4 below that. Delivered in 1-2 working days.
Covered by our 30-day money-back guarantee. If you're not happy with your results within 30 days, we'll refund you in full, no questions asked.
The two steps
two products,two targeted steps
The most common question we get is "can't I just buy the moisturiser?" You can. Here's why most people don't.
The eye area is a different brief
The skin around your eyes is about half a millimetre thick: thinner, drier, less oily and more prone to puffiness. A face moisturiser isn't formulated for it - this eye cream is, with a richer, more cushioning base built specifically for that delicate skin.
The moisturiser locks it all in
Once the eye area has what it needs, the moisturiser seals in hydration across the rest of the face and neck, supporting the skin barrier through the day and building on the eye cream rather than competing with it.
The results compound
Each formula is proven on its own. Used together, morning and night, the benefits build on each other over time - smoother texture, firmer skin and brighter, less tired-looking eyes - which is what a routine is actually for.
"The eye area is structurally different - thinner, with less oil. You can't just tweak a face cream; it's a whole new brief. We had to be doubly sure it wouldn't irritate the delicate skin around the eyes."
Prof. Christopher Rayner · Professor of Organic Chemistry, University of Leeds · co-founder
Transform your skin
TWO MINUTES. Morning and night.
No complicated layering, no waiting between steps, no sun restrictions.
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Cleanse
Use your chosen cleanser to remove makeup and daily impurities, then pat skin dry. Clean, balanced skin is ready to absorb what comes next.
We recommend the System Nature Cleansing Balm
02
Eyes
Pat a rice-grain amount around the orbital bone with the spatula or a fingertip. No rubbing, and avoid the lash line.
96% said the skin around their eyes feels more hydrated for longer
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Moisturise
Massage into the face and neck until absorbed. A little goes a long way.
82% felt more hydrated after just 2 days
Consumer trials run by System Nature: Cleansing Balm and Eye Cream, 2023 (25 and 28 participants); Moisturiser, 2025 (25 participants). Individual results vary.
Before and after user. Individual results vary. Photograph of use in our consumer trials after 4 weeks.
Real results, real people
Two Products,over 12 weeks
Comfort and hydration come almost instantly, from the very first application. Then the improvements build: skin around the eyes feels softer and more awake within a few weeks, while fine lines, tone and firmness continue to improve across the face over the following months. The full clinical picture - smoother, firmer, more even-looking skin - builds across twelve weeks of daily use.
The science
Created by two University of Leeds professors
System Nature was developed by two University of Leeds professors specialising in green chemistry and natural-product extraction, the science that makes a genuinely effective natural alternative to retinol possible.
Its performance is grounded in independent, published research on bakuchiol rather than marketing claims. The two studies are in the International Journal of Cosmetic Science and the British Journal of Dermatology.
The founding Professors, Professor Chris Rayner & Professor Richard Blackburn as photographed.
The honest comparison
A whole routine, without the trade-offs
Clinically-proven active. Retinol results, none of the retinol drawbacks.
| (SN)T™ | Retinol | |
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| Smooths lines and firms | Yes | Yes |
| Irritation, redness, tightness | Very Rare | Common |
| Peeling and flaking | Very Rare | Common |
| Adjustment period | None | Very likely |
| Safe to wear in daylight | Photostable | Night Only |
| Safe around the eye area | Dedicated step | Often to be avoided |
| Buffering and layering rules | None | Usually Needed |
Attributed to the ingredient, not the finished creams: bakuchiol targets the same skin receptors as retinol but without converting to retinoic acid, so the results come without the inflammatory side effects.
YOUR QUESTIONS, ANSWERED
I already have a moisturiser, why buy the routine?
You don't have to. Every product is sold on its own. But the three were formulated as one system: the balm cleans without stripping the barrier, which is what lets the actives in the eye cream and moisturiser absorb properly. If you keep a stripping cleanser in the routine, you're working against the two products you just bought. The kit is also the cheapest way to get all three, at £81.20 rather than £116, with £29 of accessories included.
Can I use this with my vitamin C, acids or niacinamide?
Yes. Unlike retinol, there's no buffering, no alternating nights and no waiting time to manage. Apply your other actives as you normally would.
Is it safe during pregnancy or breastfeeding?
All System Nature formulations are 100% natural with no known contraindications for pregnancy or breastfeeding. This is one of the clearest differences from retinol, which is generally avoided. We'd always recommend checking with your GP or midwife first.
I'm using prescription tretinoin, how do I switch?
There's no tapering or transition period needed on our side. You can stop and start the routine straight away. If you're on a prescription retinoid for a diagnosed condition, speak to whoever prescribed it before stopping.
When will I see results?
Day one. Skin feels cleansed without tightness, and more comfortable. 82% of moisturiser testers felt more hydrated within two days.
Weeks 2 to 4. Texture, radiance and the eye area start to visibly change.
Week 12. The full clinical picture: firmer, smoother, more even skin. Results compound rather than arriving in one dramatic moment.
Is it suitable for sensitive skin?
Yes, all three are suitable for all skin types, including sensitive. Because the routine works without disrupting the skin barrier, it's often particularly well suited to skin that has reacted badly to actives before. No purge period, no flaking, no redness. As with any 100% natural formulation, a small number of people may react to a specific botanical ingredient, which is what the 30-day guarantee is there for.
How long will the kit last?
The Moisturiser is the fastest to run out, at around six weeks with twice-daily use. The Cleansing Balm and Eye Cream last longer, because you use much less per application. Across the routine that works out at roughly £1.93 a day.
What if it doesn't work for me?
Return it within 30 days of purchase and we'll refund you in full, no questions asked. Contact us and we'll take care of it.
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T
It’s definitely the best eye cream, love that it’s so gentle for under eye
H
Just starting using the cream but so far it is hoif livrky texture and no reaction di i hsve high hopes
L
I like the creamy texture of the product and is gentle on the skin. Easy to absorb into the skin and my eye area felt moisturised afterwards.
N
This was a surprise to me. It sunk in quickly and was a pleasure to put on the skin. It was not oily or too thick. It went under make up and was not too sticky. I felt it kept the dryness at bay and left me looking refreshed and my lines plumper.
J
leaves my skin feeling soft and hydrated
A
It has a lovely creamy texture that feels nourishing but absorbs really well without leaving my skin feeling heavy or greasy. My skin feels instantly softer and hydrated after applying it.
S
It has good synergy with all my serums, it gets easily absorbed and gives the skin a soothing sensation.
D
Out of the range this was my favourite, lovely texture, smoothing and comforting on the skin,
J
Love this moisturiser so gentle on my skin
H
After cleaning my face with the cleasing balm, i use the eye cream and to finish with, i use the moisturiser, which is a but greasy yet light weight. Its easy to blend and gives a good base for any makeup or just finsihing up night time routine. After use, skin feels super hydrated and moisturised for the whole day. I do use all 3 products twice a day which suits my combination skin.
S
I really enjoy the creamy texture, how soothing and delicate it feels on the area!
H
After using cleasing balm, i lightly dab eye cream on the delicate skin around the eyes. A little does the work. Its a light texture cream which easily blends into the skin.
E
Good size
D
I was really impressed with this eye cream. It felt soothing and gentle around the delicate eye area, while also helping to improve the appearance of fine lines. My eye area looked smoother and more refreshed with regular use, and it was comfortable to wear without feeling heavy or irritating. Overall, a lovely eye cream that I would definitely consider using again.
D
Lovely item no negatives other than I do like a nice fragrance and this doesn't smell at all. Absorbs quickly to the skin and feels Lovely on
J
I loved this eye cream, goes on thick and soaks in well
A
It has a lovely creamy texture that feels nourishing but not too heavy, and it absorbs nicely without leaving the area feeling greasy. I use a small amount around my eye area and gently pat it in.
J
Bye bye bags !!
K
Great moisturiser. No overpowering fragrance natural and helped the dried skin klon my knees and feet. Absolutely loved it.
J
Liked how thick the product was, left skin feeling really soft, didn't flare my rosacea like so many other products do
A
Loved this the most in the trio well hydrated and left my skin feeling smooth
J
Really lovely moisturiser. My skin felt smoother and really hydrated after just a few days. I seemed to regain a glow in my skin and it definitely felt firmer too.
D
This Moisturiser has been a real favourite. My skin feels deeply nourished, softer and more supple, with a smoother, firmer-looking finish. I've noticed my skin looking healthier and more radiant too. I mean who doesn't love getting the result you do from a retinol from a completely natural skincare product. My skin barrier has forgiven me for all past actions!
J
Noticed a difference in the skin around my eyes after a week. The area felt more firm and hydrated & definitely less puffy. I'd definitely keep using this product. I love too that it's 100% Natural. This is so important for me, especially around this sensitive area on my face.
D
The Eye Cream has left the skin around my eyes feeling smoother, fresher and more hydrated, while helping to reduce the appearance of puffiness and fine lines.
K
I loved the eye cream it helped my fine lie s and it smells so organic and natural! I enjoyed the suppleness after using and found it to be non greasy.
J
Thick texture which felt like it was really was doing its job of moisturising the under eye
A
This product was really satisfying on my skin. It left mh skin very well balanced.
J
The product was good
L
Just a good hydrating cream with no nastiness. Didn't really see much effect for the natural retinol but hadn't used it long. Just the logo for this doesn't scream buy me.
S
A really nice and effective moisturiser, I may well repurchase this as I really liked it, it didn't disappoint. It's a lovely rich texture and leaves my skin feeling really nourished and hydrated. There's no artificial fragrances, just a very faint natural scent - I've used moisturisers from some other brands which are far too heavily scented in the past. This one is easy to use and effective. My skin had no reactions at all to this product and I will happily continue to use the rest and may well repurchase. As well as on my face, I've particularly enjoyed using this on my tattoos, they really seem to like it and it makes them look so healthy and vibrant, so I would also fully recommend it for that purpose as well! Genuinely nothing not to like with this product at all. My only slight bit of feedback is that the branding on the products doesn't give memorable to me, I like a minimalist style but this just seems forgettable, which is a shame because it doesn't give in aesthetic the quality of the product inside and I think that's a disservice to the product!
Z
Cream is good just presentation not my taste
L
great texture and really great for hydrating my skin quite thick so you don't need to use much
M
I liked that there was no oiliy film, skin felt hydrated, haven't noticed any improvements in my fine lines
