MEDIK8

Crystal Retinal 10 Serum In White

Crafted with a caring touch, Medik 8's advanced Crystal Retinal 10 Serum works to deliver the very best results to minimise the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles. Formulated with stabilised retinol - a powerful derivative of vitamin A - this intensively hydrating serum boosts collagen and also reduces blemish-causing bacteria to keep skin clear, balanced and radiant.

Restore your skin’s youthful quality with Medik8 Crystal Retinal 6, a nourishing overnight treatment formulated with a powerful Vitamin A derivative that works to transform the complexion. Enriched with a blend of Hyaluronic Acid, Glycerin and Vitamin E, the serum replenishes high levels of moisture to the skin to create a plumped up texture and smooth out fine lines and wrinkles. The formula helps to eliminate bacteria to help prevent future breakouts whilst infusing the complexion with a radiant, healthy-looking glow. Free from parabens, palm oil, artificial fragrance, phthalates and alcohol. Vegan and cruelty-free.

Discover a younger-looking complexion with Crystal Retinal 6. Featuring retinaldehyde (retinal), a next-generation form of vitamin A which is not to be mistaken for the classic form of vitamin A, retinol. In numerous studies, retinal has been demonstrated to be more effective and 11x faster-working than retinol, without any additional irritation.[1,2,3] The hydrating overnight serum-cream visibly addresses signs of aging; improving the appearance of wrinkles, texture and tone. Potency and optimum power is ensured through a double-layered stabilisation system, which includes a crystal encapsulation that releases vitamin A gradually throughout the night, to protect the skin from becoming overwhelmed at any point. Hyaluronic acid and glycerin also feature to moisturize and hydrate skin, minimizing any dryness. The complexion is left visibly smooth and supple. Crystal Retinal is available in a series of progessive strengths. Crystal Retinal 6 (0.06% retinal) is recommended for those who have comfortably used Crystal Retinal 3, or those with experience of high strength retinol products. Medik8 recommend a simple, effective skincare strategy of using vitamin C and sunscreen in the morning and vitamin A at night. This strategy is called: CSA. [1] J. Fluhr, Tolerance profile of retinol, retinaldehyde and retinoic acid under maximized and long-term clinical conditions, Dermatology, 1999,199(Suppl 1), pp 57-60. [2] Creidi P et al, Profilometric evaluation of photodamage after topical retinaldehyde and retinoic acid treatment, J Am Acad Dermatol, 1998, 39(6), pp 960-965 [3] G Siegenthaler et al, Retinol and retinal metabolism. Relationship to the state of differentiation of cultured human keratinocytes, Biochem J, 1990, 268(2), pp 371–378