Medik8 Crystal Retinal 1 30ml
Medik8 Crystal Retinal 1 is the entry-level step in the brand's celebrated retinal ladder, designed to introduce the skin to vitamin A with a gentle yet highly effective overnight formula. Containing 0.01% encapsulated retinaldehyde, it delivers visible results up to eleven times faster than traditional retinol while remaining kind enough for first-time retinal users and those with sensitive skin.
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Description
Key Benefits
- 0.01% encapsulated retinaldehyde releases slowly via the skin's own enzymes for gradual, comfortable vitamin A delivery
- Clinically shown to work up to 11 times faster than retinol with comparable tolerability
- Reduces the visible appearance of fine lines, wrinkles and uneven texture
- Supports collagen production for a firmer, plumper-looking complexion
- Targets blemish-causing bacteria while deeply hydrating with hyaluronic acid and glycerin
- Enriched with vitamin C derivatives (3-O-Ethyl Ascorbic Acid and Tetrahexyldecyl Ascorbate) for added radiance support
- Suitable for retinal beginners and sensitive skin types
How to use
Step 1 – After evening cleansing, apply 2 pumps to the face and neck. Allow to absorb, then follow with a moisturiser (try Medik8 Advanced Night Restore ).
Step 2 – For new users: Weeks 1–2: Use twice per week Weeks 3–4: Use every other night Week 5 onwards: Use nightly as tolerated Always follow with sunscreen the next morning.
Ingredients (INCI)
Aqua (Water), Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Glycerin, Isododecane, Cetearyl Olivate, Sodium Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer, Cetearyl Alcohol, PPG-12/SMDI Copolymer, Sorbitan Olivate, Tocopheryl Acetate, Titanium Dioxide, Squalane, Eclipta Prostrata Extract, Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer, Phenoxyethanol, Cyclodextrin, Hydroxypropyl Methylcellulose, Sodium Hyaluronate, Tetrahexyldecyl Ascorbate, Melia Azadirachta Leaf Extract, Alumina, Isostearic Acid, Lecithin, Polyglyceryl-3 Polyricinoleate, Disodium EDTA, Hydroxyacetophenone, Polyhydroxystearic Acid, Stearic Acid, Ethylhexylglycerin, 3-O-Ethyl Ascorbic Acid, Daucus Carota Sativa (Carrot) Seed Oil, Sodium Polyaspartate, Climbazole, Retinal, Dipteryx Odorata (Tonka) Bean Extract, Lonicera Japonica Flower (Honeysuckle) Extract, Lonicera Caprifolium (Honeysuckle) Flower Extract, Rubus Chamaemorus (Cloudberry) Seed Oil, Moringa Oleifera Seed Oil, Polysorbate 60, Sorbitan Isostearate, Pentylene Glycol, Vanilla Planifolia (Vanilla) Fruit Extract, Decylene Glycol, BHT, 1,2-Hexanediol, Coumarin.
Vitamin A drives cellular renewal overnight while the moisturiser supports your barrier and minimises irritation - a clinically recommended pairing.
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