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Vitamin A taken to new age-defying heights. Crystal Retinal™ is a cult advanced anti-ageing serum crafted with stabilised retinaldehyde (retinal), a next-generation form of vitamin A. Not to be confused with classic form """"retinol"""", retinaldehyde has been desmonstrated in multiple scientific studies to harness improved efficacy compared to retinol, but without any added irritation.
Delivering results comparable to clinical-grade vitamin A, retinal is proven to work up to 11 times faster than retinol. Stabilised using patented crystal encapsulation and a patent pending carrot seed complex, this results-focussed overnight serum visibly minimises fine lines and wrinkles; helping to resurface skin texture and create an overall youthful complexion. The vitamin A is released gradually into the skin throughout the night, for minimal irritation.
Featuring hyaluronic acid and glycerin to draw moisture to every level of the skin, infusing skin with hydration and leaving it visibly supple.
Not only designed to target signs of ageing, Crystal Retinal helps to reduce blemish-causing bacteria, visibly improving skin clarity.
Medik8 offer progressive concentrations of Crystal Retinal products which form the Medik8 Crystal Retinal Ladder. Crystal Retinal 1, containing 0.01% retinaldehyde, is recommended as a starting point for those with more sensitive skin before moving to Crystal Retinal 3.
Medik8 recommend a simple, highly effective anti-ageing strategy of using vitamin C and sunscreen in the morning and vitamin A at night. This strategy is called: CSA.
Key Benefits
- 0.01% retinaldehyde, stabilised in a crystal encapsulation
- A youthful-looking complexion
- Results up to 11x faster than retinol
- Visibly improves lines and wrinkles, sun damage and uneven skin tone
- Reduces the appearance of blemishes
- Hyaluronic acid and glycerin hydrate the skin at every level
SKU# UK200030070
After cleansing in the evening, apply an amount of Crystal Retinal across the face, neck and décolletage. Allow to absorb into skin before applying your moisturiser.
Crystal Retinal application should be phased in gradually, and only use in the evening. Use twice a week for the first 2 weeks, every other night for the next 2 weeks, then every night. Always wear sunscreen the following morning while using this product, and for a week afterwards. Consult a doctor pregnant or breastfeeding.
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Dury Service
Location: New Zealand
Reviews: 159
Age: 30-45
Skin Type:: Combination
Do you have sensitive skin?: Yes
Recommends this product: Yes
Over-reactive rosacea skin
For reference, I have rosacea which effects the centre of my face, and generally very over reactive skin. I have pigmentation issues, and am 40 now, so there's a loss in firmness that I am hoping to deal to. I purchased the Crystal Retinal 1 Serum as it sounds like a good starter, and after using it a few times, I can say that so far, I am happy that there is no over-reacting from my skin. The times that I have used it - I have avoided the active rosacea area on my face because I know that will cause more issues than it is worth. I'm hoping with time that I will be able to use it over my more pigmented areas below my eyes in order to help with the pigmentation, but am taking things very slowly to begin with. There are a couple of things that I don't like about this product: I don't like the packaging. I find it hard to get the product out of the pump / tube. The smell of the serum is not the one. It smells quite fragranced to me, and as someone with sensitivity on my skin but also someone who gets migraines from fragrance, this is not ideal. To me it is so strong that it has the potential to push me over the edge if I had a headache - so be aware of that if you are purchasing online. If you're able to head into a store and try a sample, or at least try it on the back of your hand in the store, I would highly recommend - just in case you have an issue with the fragrance. Other than that, I am hopeful that with regular use my skin will begin to show improvements.
MaryBF
Location: Bath
Reviews: 151
Recommends this product: Yes
Too early to tell yet
I know from reveiws in various forms that Medik8 products are in the best of class for each of their products and wanted to try their retinal night serrum, starting at the lower level. I have been using various retinal products since i first introduced in to my skincare routine (far too late to start) and each has lasted a few months, but not really seen any effect. I have now started using the Medik8 every other evening over the last week so hoping over time it will start to show results, adn will also increase frequency then go to the Retinal 3
SwanSkin
Reviews: 19
Recommends this product: Yes
Loving this!
First time ever using a retinoid - and this gentle intro programme from Medik8 is ideal as I was pretty apprehensive about overdoing it. It is simple to use and follow, a smooth pink creamy product - and, as yet, very gentle. I'm currently at the 'use every other night' stage and the results the morning after are amazing!!! My skin feels plump and dewy and my hormonal acne has improved hugely. Can't wait to continue and to see how the programme goes.
LEK
Reviews: 13
Recommends this product: Yes
Great Starter to Retinal
Having historically used strong products for acne, I thought my skin would withstand a retinal serum - how wrong I was! It turns out my skin has become more sensitive as I've got older. I've tired a couple of retinal serums which have irritated my skin, so finding this serum was ideal as it doesn't irritate my skin but when I wake up, my skin looks tighter and plumper. I would highly recommend.
AshleyL
Reviews: 8
Age: Under 30
Skin Type:: Combination
Recommends this product: Yes
Great results
This was my first retinol product and I was quite nervous to start using the ingredient. This was a perfect start for me and my sensitive skin and still gave me great results. I think for my next purchase I’ll buy the next strength now that my skin has adjusted.