Icon Day Smartsome™ A² X50³ Cream
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This groundbreaking day cream makes the powerful rejuvenating benefits of vitamin A accessible for daytime use, formulated with drone-delivered peptides, UV and blue light defenders, radiance enhancers, hyaluronic hydrators and SPF 20.
• Retinal (IconicA®) and Retinyl Linoleate (LinoRet-AF) work together to smooth, plump and firm
• Drone-powered peptides strengthen, brighten and target visible signs of ageing
• Luminescine transforms UV radiation into a source of light that radiates from the skin
• Blumilight™ boosts the skin's defences against digital blue light
• Hyaluronic acid hydrates and plumps
• SPF 20 sun protection
Description
IconicA® – a form of retinaldehyde, the most potent cosmetic-grade vitamin A – is encapsulated using our pioneering Smartsome™ technology to ensure it remains potent and active throughout the day. This is combined with LinoRet-AF, a second retinoid, to enable dramatic lifting, smoothing and firming results.
Pioneering X50³ drone delivery technology sends three skin-strengthening, brightness-boosting and plumping peptides directly to the cells where they are most needed. Luminescine – the first active inspired by plant photoluminescence – converts harmful UV rays into light that radiates from the skin for a healthy glow, whilst Blumilight™ shields skin from the ageing effects of pollution and blue light, and broad-spectrum SPF 20 provides vital UV protection.
Four different weights of hyaluronic acid and anti-inflammatory actives ensure skin is left calm and comfortable, with any redness reduced.
Fragranced with a fusion of jasmine, hyacinth and rose essential oils, Icon Day is housed in airless, opaque packaging to keep its actives fresh and stable to the last drop.
Smooth over face, neck and chest every morning after serum.
How to use
Smooth over face, neck and chest every morning after serum.
Ingredients
Actives: IconicA®, X50 Skin Barrier, X50 Photoglow, X50 Hyalufiller, Citystem™, Blumilight™, Luminescine, Algaktiv® GenoFix CPD, Algaktiv® Optimmunist™, LinoRet-AF, Diffuporine™, Hymagic™-4D, DermalRX® HydroSeal, Pentavitin®, AcquaCell™, Fision® Hydrate
Full ingredients: Aqua (Water), Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate, Ethylhexyl Salicylate, Homosalate, Glycerin, C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate, Octocrylene, Cetyl Alcohol, Glyceryl Stearate, Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane, Squalane, Butylene Glycol, Crambe Abyssinica Seed Oil, Dimethicone, PEG-100 Stearate, Cyclodextrin, PEG-75 Stearate, Saccharide Isomerate, Nylon-12, Polymethylsilsesquioxane, Yeast Extract, Glyceryl Caprylate, Marrubium Vulgare Extract, Triethyl Citrate, Citrullus Lanatus Fruit Extract, Sodium PCA, Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer, Ceteth-20, Steareth-20, Lens Esculenta Fruit Extract, Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) Butter, Mangifera Indica Seed Butter, Wheat Amino Acids, Hydrolyzed Verbascum Thapsus Flower, Isohexadecane, Retinyl Linoleate, Benzoic Acid, Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid, Parfum (Fragrance), Diethylhexyl Syringylidenemalonate, Pyrus Malus (Apple) Fruit Extract, Silica, Soy Amino Acids, Sucrose, Panthenol, Xanthan Gum, Pentylene Glycol, Titanium Dioxide, Rubus Chamaemorus Seed Oil, Arginine, Sodium Lactate, Disodium EDTA, Plankton Extract, Polysorbate 60, Citric Acid, Retinal, Sodium Hyaluronate, Hydroxyproline, Potassium Sorbate, Sorbitan Isostearate, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Phenoxyethanol, Sodium Benzoate, Lecithin, Theobroma Cacao (Cocoa) Seed Extract, Tocopherol, Sodium Acetylated Hyaluronate, Benzyl Benzoate, Citronellol, Linalool, Sodium Citrate, Geraniol, Sodium Hyaluronate Crosspolymer, Lonicera Japonica Flower Extract, Farnesol, Benzyl Cinnamate, Hydrolyzed Sodium Hyaluronate, Lonicera Caprifolium Flower Extract, Lactic Acid/Glycolic Acid Copolymer, Acetyl Hexapeptide-37, Ethylhexylglycerin, Polyvinyl Alcohol, Chlorella Vulgaris Extract, Palmitoyl Tetrapeptide-50, Heptapeptide-15 Palmitate, Palmitoyl Heptapeptide-27, Palmitoyl Oligopeptide-78, Palmitoyl Octapeptide-24
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Customers praised this luxurious day cream for its light texture, brightening effects, and SPF benefits. Many noted it "glides onto the skin" and "makes skin glow." However, several reviewers criticized the dispenser design as impractical and difficult to use, with some finding it insufficient for very dry skin or reporting pilling with additional sunscreen.
- The best cream I have ever tried! My skin is glowing and it just ticks every box for me.
- Light and sinks into your skin instantly, leaving it glowing soft and luminous.
- My mature skin looks brighter, softer and more radiant since I started using it daily.
- 5 stars: 26 (79%)
- 4 stars: 2 (6%)
- 3 stars: 3 (9%)
- 2 stars: 1 (3%)
- 1 star: 1 (3%)
This Day cream is the most luxurious I have ever tried! Smells beautiful, glides onto the skin, sits lovely in the skin with ought the weighty feeling, I adore it!!
Lovely cream light in texture and joy to wear. Have had to hide it from my daughter
I love the texture of this cream I use it as part of my Sarah chapman regime. I am noticing a difference but it’s early days.
I will continue to use it will I am sure strengthen, brighten and target visible signs of ageing on my skin I have noticed slight difference. I will continue to use it. Thanks
Dear Sundeep,
Thank you for taking the time to share your experience with Icon Day.
We're delighted to hear that you're enjoying the texture of the cream and that it has become part of your Sarah Chapman skincare routine. It's encouraging to know that you're already noticing some positive changes, even in the early stages of use.
Many of the benefits of vitamin A skincare become more apparent with continued, consistent use, so we're pleased that you're planning to continue with the product. We hope you continue to see improvements in skin brightness, strength and the appearance of fine lines and other visible signs of ageing over time.
All the Best
Jack
Sarah Chapman Customer Care
Love this day cream, light effective and smells lovely.
This moisturiser is wonderful. It is non greasy and absorbs well and is a perfect base for foundation. I find it gives an incredibly subtle brightening effect. Another fabulous product from Sarah Chapman.
Hi Rebecca,
Thank you so much for your lovely review.
We’re delighted to hear how much you’re enjoying Icon Day. It’s wonderful to know that you find it non-greasy, beautifully absorbing, and the perfect base for foundation and we’re so pleased the subtle brightening effect has made a difference to your routine.
Best wishes
Jack
Sarah Chapman Customer Care
The best cream I have ever tried! I’ve used it for a month now and I’m just blown away how good it is for my 50y old sensitive/oily/dry skin. I have gone through so many different brands but this is it, I absolutely love it, my skin is glowing and it just ticks every box for me. However the packaging is awful!!! I just don’t understand why would you put this gorgeous cream into this complicated jar when there’s so many other sensible and practical ways to pack it. I’m traveling at least three times a month and usually hand luggage only, this bulky jar is just a nightmare to pack into my airport approved plastic bag, can’t take it out to put it into a smaller tube either since the process wouldn’t be hygienic. Overall Love it but Hate the packaging!!
Dear Anni,
Thank you for sharing your thoughtful feedback
We’re absolutely thrilled to hear how much you’re loving Icon Day and that it’s been such a perfect match for your skin.
It’s wonderful to know it’s brought balance and radiance to your complexion, especially after your search for the right formula.
We’re truly sorry, however, that the packaging hasn’t been as practical as you’d hoped. Your comments are incredibly valuable, and we’ve shared them with our product development team, who are always looking at ways to refine our designs while preserving the integrity of the formula.
We’re so grateful for your support and delighted that Icon Day has earned a special place in your routine.
Many thanks
Jack
Sarah Chapman Customer Care
I am in my 40’s and have extremely dry, sensitive and hormonal skin. This dreamy all-in-one moisturizer, skincare and SPF is the best I’ve ever used. Sadly the dispenser is the worst design ever. It doesn’t pump well at all and you can’t tell how much product is left - at this price you want to use every last drop and you can’t!!! You also can’t tell when it’s time to reorder. Total product fail for these reasons.
Seriously SC - time to make your existing dispensers refillable with clear product capsules. For such advanced skincare, your packaging is outdated and impractical.
Dear Des,
Thank you so much for sharing your feedback — we truly value hearing directly from our customers.
We're delighted to hear how well the Icon Day cream is working for your skin. It's always encouraging to know that our formulations are delivering noticeable results.
That said, we're genuinely sorry to hear about your frustration with the dispenser. We understand how important it is to get the most out of your skincare and feel confident in replenishing it — particularly when investing in high-performance products.
I've passed your detailed comments on to our product development team, who are actively reviewing feedback on our packaging, including ideas like clearer visibility for the remaining product. Our current packaging — such as the airless pumps used in the icon range — is designed to preserve the potency and integrity of active ingredients by limiting exposure to air and light.
Warm regards,
Jack
Sarah Chapman customer care team
My skin is very dry, and this cream doesn’t seem all that moisturizing for me. It may make my skin look better after continued use, so we’ll see. I bought the cleanser when I was in Guildford and absolutely love that product, but unfortunately I likely won’t be buying this product again, as it is also very expensive. Part of the cost may be that I’m from the US though, too.
An amazing day cream which offers so many benefits to any skin at a cost much lower than some other brands. My mature skin looks brighter , softer and more radiant since I started using it daily approximately a year ago.
I found this cream in day one of my Vogue advent calendar and have been using it everyday since. It is light and sinks into your skin instantly, leaving it glowing soft and luminous. It has also lasted for months and I am so looking forward to getting some more when it is back in stock.
I’ve bought three of these after trying it once and liking how it sinks in. It has a nice light texture that is perfect for day as it sinks in quickly. I like it in general but don’t find it super hydrating, especially after any nightly Retinol, but I always layer more sunscreen on top so it’s not too much of an issue. While the packaging is nice, it does leave a lot of product inside while the pump stops working so you have to try to get into it to remove a lot of leftover product. Additionally, one of the reasons I don’t think I’ll repurchase is because of the excessive plastic. It’s a nice package and all but I’d prefer something more sustainable.
A product that contains so many actives sounded a little too much at first, but after recently finishing my first pot I won’t be without it going forward! The texture is a little less creamy than the evening equivalent and the smell a little less strong- which all suit me just right to start the day. I appreciate the packaging which has no fiddly caps, although it is hard to know how much is left which is frustrating.
I wasn’t impressed with the results from this cream. I find the skin insurance better and it’s got more benefits
Really thick cream
I thought this sounded wonderful, however the consistency is very chalky and doesn’t moisturize very well at all. Disappointing!
I really love this cream. I started to see the changes from week 5 of using it. It evens things out on my skin if you get what I mean. And having SPF is an extra bonus!
Lovely cream leaves skin feel soft and moisturised, not greasy
My daughter won't use anything else and I enjoy buying it for her. It has made a tremendous difference.
I love how it both moisturizes my skin and gives me my dose of retinol at the same time
It's just lovely my new go to day cream.. skin feels moistured and fresh
A pleasant cream that takes me through the day looking rested
Beautiful texture. Best I have ever used. Skin feels lovely all day .
I used this product previously and very happy about the results. I feel the difference on my skin day by day.
Great addition to my daily skin routine.
This is a great product for my older and tired skin. It is easy to apply, smells great and I can see a difference already. On top of that Sarah Chapman has the best customer service!
It appears to run out of product after 6-8 pumps. I was only able to use this for approximately one week and it appears to have run out of product.
I love this cream, but the problem is it begins pilling if you try to put sunscreen or primer on top of it. I always use a stronger sunscreen on top of moisturizers. Even though this has SPF its not a high enough SPF when using retinol products or in summer months, so I was super disappointed to find it pills when you try to put sunscreen on top.
Having used Clinique and then Elemis and Chanel until my Fifties it was lovely to be introduced to a new skin care range from Lime wood Spa . Following a wee tester purchase from Limewood I then went ahead with purchasing both the day cream and eye cream from the web site and OMG!!! I am over the moon so far. Its definitely the best I've ever used to date. I LOVE the unique containers and the fact that Sarah has thought about it and designed something a little different. The creams smell delicious and leaves my skin feeling so soft. After trying dozens of eye creams, this one actually did reduce my shadows and bags under my eyes. I am only at the beginning of my adventure with this brand and I'm so excited .






