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Medik8 Crystal Retinal 6 30ml

Medik8 Crystal Retinal 6 30ml
Price: £69.00 £62.00
 
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Brand Medik8
Product Type Serums And Boosters
Skincare Type Cosmeceutical
Size 30ml
Skin Type Ageing

Medik8 Crystal Retinal 6 is a mid strength vitamin A night serum cream with 0.06 per cent encapsulated retinaldehyde to help refine texture, soften the look of lines and promote a clearer, more even looking tone. The silky, lightweight formula sinks in quickly and is cushioned with hyaluronic acid and vitamin E for comfortable nightly use, so skin feels smooth, supple and well cared for by morning.

Suitable for: Skin showing early to visible signs of ageing or photo related dullness. A good step for those already comfortable with retinol who wish to move up to retinal. Not recommended for very sensitive skin without patch testing.

Benefits:

  • Smoother looking texture: Supports surface renewal to reduce the appearance of fine lines and rough patches.
  • More even tone: Helps improve the look of uneven colour so skin appears brighter and clearer over time.
  • Comfortable night wear: Hydrating agents keep skin feeling soft with less dryness linked to vitamin A routines.
  • Time smart delivery: Crystal encapsulation provides a gradual, skin friendly release.
  • Layers easily: Lightweight cream serum sits well under night moisturisers without pilling.

Key Ingredients:

  • Retinaldehyde 0.06 per cent: An advanced form of vitamin A that supports visible renewal for a smoother, more refined look.
  • Hyaluronic Acid: Draws in water for immediate softness and a plump feel.
  • Vitamin E: Antioxidant care that helps defend against daily environmental stress.
  • Glycerin and Squalane: Comforting hydrators that keep the skin feeling balanced.

How to Use:

  • Evening only. After cleansing, smooth a pea sized amount over face and neck, avoiding the eye and lip areas.
  • Phase in slowly: use twice a week for two weeks, then every other night for two weeks, then nightly as comfortable.
  • Follow with your usual night moisturiser if desired.
  • Each morning, apply a broad spectrum SPF as the final step in your routine.

Expert Tips:

  • To buffer, apply a light moisturiser first, then this product, if your skin is prone to dryness.
  • Avoid using strong exfoliating acids or other retinoids on the same evening.
  • Apply to the backs of hands and décolletage if these areas show texture or tone concerns. Patch test first.

Good to Know:

  • Vitamin A can increase sun sensitivity, so daily SPF is essential.
  • Not recommended during pregnancy or breastfeeding; seek advice before use.
  • Store away from heat and light. Close cap tightly after use. Carton and tube are recyclable through many local council schemes.

Pairs well with:

  • A gentle, soap free cleanser for a calm start to your evening routine.
  • A hydrating serum such as a hyaluronic acid gel on nights when extra comfort is needed.
  • A nourishing night cream to seal in moisture.

Choose Medik8 Crystal Retinal 6 from John and Ginger for a simple nightly step that helps skin look smoother, clearer and more even. Enjoy fast United Kingdom delivery on qualifying orders and complimentary samples with your purchase.



It is suitable for skin showing early to visible signs of ageing or photo-related dullness. It is designed to help refine texture, soften the look of fine lines and support a more even-looking tone.
Use it in the evening only after cleansing, applying a pea-sized amount over the face and neck while avoiding the eye and lip areas. Begin with twice a week for two weeks, then every other night for two weeks, and nightly as comfortable. Follow with your usual night moisturiser if desired.
The product guidance says to avoid using strong exfoliating acids or other retinoids on the same evening. If your skin is prone to dryness, you can apply a light moisturiser first to help buffer it.
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Diane Power Confirmed Purchase

Jun 29, 2020



Not been using long but feels lovely on the skin hoping continued use will improve my skin

Why this retinal night serum works well for smoother texture and a more even-looking tone
Refines rough texture

0.06% encapsulated retinaldehyde helps improve the look of rough patches and uneven texture for a smoother skin finish over time.

Softens line appearance

A useful option when fine lines are becoming more visible and you want a stronger vitamin A step in your evening routine.

Comfort-cushioned formula

Hyaluronic acid, vitamin E, glycerin and squalane help keep the formula feeling more comfortable through the night.

Easy night layering

The lightweight serum-cream texture absorbs quickly and sits neatly under a moisturiser without feeling heavy.

Who it's for
  • Skin showing early to visible signs of ageing
  • Uneven tone or photo-related dullness
  • Anyone already comfortable using retinol and ready to move up to retinal
  • Routines focused on smoother-looking texture and a clearer overall finish
  • Shoppers wanting a vitamin A product with added hydrating support

This strength is best suited to users with some prior vitamin A experience rather than complete beginners.

Suitability

Suitable for skin with visible texture, uneven tone, or lines that need a more advanced night treatment step. It is a strong fit for those moving on from retinol and looking for a mid-strength retinal formula that still includes hydrators for added comfort. It is not the best starting point for very sensitive skin without patch testing, and it works best in routines where you are happy to introduce vitamin A gradually and use daily SPF the following morning.

Good to know: Use in the evening only and phase in slowly, starting twice weekly before building up as comfortable. Avoid the eye and lip areas, and do not use strong exfoliating acids or other retinoids on the same night. Daily broad-spectrum SPF is essential. As stated, this product is not recommended during pregnancy or breastfeeding, so seek advice before use.