Medik8 R-Retinoate Intense
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Making skin care simple, Medik8 takes the fuss out of caring for your complexion. Powered by three key ingredients: vitamin C, vitamin A and non-negotiable SPF, the brand's signature skin care saviours are famed for their potent potions. Introducing the r-Retinoate Intense (50ml), a nighttime serum and cream hybrid that delivers firmer, smoother and brighter-looking skin.
On the hunt for an all-in-one nighttime skin care staple? Enter Medik8's multi-tasking r-Retinoate Intense (50ml).
Formulated with the brand's exclusive encapsulated retinyl retinoate (an ingredient more powerful than standard retinol) and patented crystal-stabilised retinal (11x faster than retinol), this evening staple acts as a treatment. How? By reducing the appearance of fine lines, wrinkles and dark spots all while firming your complexion. It then calls on hydrating hyaluronic acid replacing the role of your serum and a ceramide complex which steps in as your nourishing cream. Cue a youthful-looking glow...
Aqua (Water), Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Glycerin, Butylene Glycol, Isododecane, Squalane, Cetearyl Alcohol, Dimethicone, Cetearyl Olivate, Sodium Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer, Polylactic Acid, Cyclodextrin, PPG-12/SMDI Copolymer, Sorbitan Olivate, Titanium Dioxide, Eclipta Prostrata Extract, Phenethyl Alcohol, Melia Azadirachta Leaf Extract, Phenoxyethanol, Cholesteryl Nonanoate, Sodium Hyaluronate, Tocopheryl Acetate, Rubus Chamaemorus (Cloudberry) Seed Oil, Canola Oil, Xanthan Gum, Pentylene Glycol, Retinal, Retinyl Retinoate, Citric Acid, Alumina, Isostearic Acid, Lecithin, Polyglyceryl-3 Polyricinoleate, Polyhydroxystearic Acid, Stearic Acid, Ceramide AP, Moringa Oleifera Seed Oil, Sodium Lauroyl Lactylate, Vanilla Planifolia (Vanilla) Fruit Extract, Ethylhexylglycerin, Linoleic Acid, Palmitic Acid, Ceramide NP, Daucus Carota Sativa (Carrot) Seed Oil, Disodium EDTA, Phytosterols, Lonicera Japonica (Honeysuckle) Flower Extract, 3-O-Ethyl Ascorbic Acid, Lonicera Caprifolium (Honeysuckle) Flower Extract, Sodium Polyaspartate, Phytosphingosine, Parfum*, Copper Palmitoyl Heptapeptide-14, Heptapeptide-15 Palmitate, Ceramide EOP, Cholesterol, C12-16 Alcohols, Caprylyl Glycol, Carbomer, Hydrogenated Lecithin, Glyceryl Caprylate, Lactic Acid/Glycolic Acid Copolymer, Polyvinyl Alcohol, Phenylpropanol, BHT, Limonene, Linalool, Citral.
*natural extracts
For the latest information, it is recommended to review the ingredient list printed on the packaging of the product prior to usage or consumption.
After cleansing in the evening, massage two pumps evenly across face, neck and décolletage. This product should be phased in gradually as it contains retinal. Use twice a week for the first two weeks, every other night for the next two weeks, then every night. You should use a sunscreen every morning while using vitamin A.
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Amazing
I’ve been using the medik8 intense for a number of years now. I love the results. My skin has become much more hydrated and fine lines around mouth and eyes have definitely improved. I’m 55 and my skin feels better then it did in my 30.s I’ve noticed a vast improvement in pore size which makes my foundation look and go on so much better. The product is expensive but you can use it alone so there is no need to add other products to the night time routine which I like. It’s best to work up with a lower retinol before using this as can feel very dry at first but after a while of continuing use it glides on in just few pumps and feels super moisturising. I love it 😻
by Rebecca Verified Purchase
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The best cream I've ever used.
I got a sample of this in the advent calendar and only just ran out. It leaves my skin glowing and amazing looking the next morning and doesn't irritate it at all. It's a beautiful cream but simply too expensive to repurchase.
by Zoe
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Huge noticeable change in my skin
Love this so much after having the sample in the advent calendar and would like to use it all the time but a bit too pricey for me sadly but wow what a product.
by Amanda
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Expensive but good
I’ve tried multiple retinol creams . I Like this one the best This helps fade the pigmentation as a result of previous acne spots . Also helps smooth the skin.
by N Verified Purchase
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Miracle cream
I purchased this after receiving a bottle in my Cult Beauty advent Calendar. It really makes a difference to fine lines and my skin looked plumper. It is very pricey though so it won’t be a regular unfortunately.
by Nicola Verified Purchase
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Effective
Can really feel a differer in skin texture becoming more plump and even.
by Riri Verified Purchase
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No irritation, good retinol product
I have normal, slightly more oily around the t-zone skin, my main concerns are fine lines especially around the eyes and mouth and dull skin. While the crystal retinal 6 irritated quite a lot my skin, this one is much more gentle in my experience. It has nice consistency and it is a product that does it all, I just wash my face put the cream on and go to bed - cannot be easier. Does it do what it says on the label, I think so. I also use a red light therapy device, so in my opinion my skin does not get worse with time, which is quite good. Let me add, I have trouble sleeping, lots of stress, so this takes quite a toll on my skin. Lots of sleep, healthy diet, exercise and happy life - no cream can beat that. At the end, I think this is one of the more expensive products that are worth their price, of course there are so many retinol products to fit every budget and need.
by Elena Verified Purchase
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I really loved it
I loved it, it does not irritate my skin like other retinol products I tried, and it lasted a very long time.
by diana Verified Purchase
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I keep coming back to this
It’s excellent - my skin looks fantastic when I wake up. It’s really gentle for a retinol, so I use it most nights unless I’ve done a peel / am in a very sunny place.
by Amy Verified Purchase
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No regrets buying
I was reticent about purchasing the product due to the price. I have no regrets and saw an improvement in my skin after the first application. It is so light, easy to apply.
by Maria Verified Purchase
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