In the realm of skincare, it’s all too easy to overspend on products that fail to deliver. That’s why it’s advisable to opt for reputable brands with a wealth of customer testimonials – and it’s even better when you can snag their products at a discount. Consider British dermatological brand Medik8, renowned for its intricate science and guaranteed visible results from the first use.
A trailblazer in high-strength retinal products – a variant of vitamin A celebrated for its anti-ageing and anti-acne benefits – Medik8 has crafted a formula ensuring its skincare line is stable, potent, and consistent. While your Instagram and TikTok feeds may be flooded with skincare influencers touting retinol, don’t overlook retinal- which Medik8 claims is up to 11 times more effective.
Keen to join the trend? From 9am today (October 25, 2024), you can enjoy a substantial 20% sitewide discount at Medik8 using the code NEWS20. This promotion will run until 11:59pm on October 27, so act swiftly to secure your discounted retinal-based products, reports OK!
It’s certainly worth keeping an eye out for the Crystal Retinal serum, which can yield remarkable results – especially when used alongside the Advanced Night Restore cream. The Crystal Retinal face serum pledges to reveal younger-looking skin with just a single tube. It offers a smooth, bright, clear, and firm complexion thanks to its highly concentrated retinal formula – the most potent available without a prescription.
Post-use, all surveyed customers confirmed that it was gentle on their skin, 97% concurred that their skin appeared more youthful, and 94% declared it as the best night serum they had ever used. The product is available in five strengths, with a recommendation for customers to gradually increase the strength they use. A 30ml tube of regular strength is priced at £69, or £55.20 after applying the NEWS20 code.
In addition, the Advanced Night Restore night cream, infused with ceramides, is designed to be applied following a retinol or retinal product, making it an ideal partner for the Crystal Retinal. It aims to replenish lost lipids from your skin, plumping and firming skin while maximising comfort. It works overnight to combat free radicals and associated damage, stabilise your complexion, and deeply moisturise your skin by restoring its natural barrier. A 50ml tube is available for £59, or £47.20 after the 20% discount.
Medik8’s Crystal Retinal serum has been showered with praise by customers. One satisfied customer said: “Medik8 Crystal Retinal saved my skin. I began to get acne (oily acne-prone skin) in my late 20s after years of clear skin and started using Medik8. I noticed improvements to the skin within a month, and my skin is clearing up now! 100% recommend!”
Another reviewer remarked: “The clarity, tone, texture and bounce of my skin have improved greatly! This product does not irritate my skin at all. A must-have!”
Similarly, the Advanced Night Restore cream is no stranger to five-star reviews. One customer shared: “My skin has never looked better or felt more hydrated! I love that I don’t break out with the Medik8 products. I also love that it arrives so quickly! I have it within two days of ordering, what great service!”
A customer who uses both the Crystal Retinal and Advanced Night Restore added: “Wonderful night cream. It’s rich enough to do the job but absorbs wonderfully and is not greasy or heavy like some other night creams I have tried. I use it in combination with Medik8’s crystal retinal and have seen a massive improvement in lines, and even some deeper wrinkles are less deep now. Amazing!”
Not all buyers were happy, with one Crystal Retinal saying: “I wanted to like this but something in it is breaking me out. I feel like this is better suited for normal to dry skin. I wake up greasy and my pores are more congested. I gave it a few weeks to see if it was just a phase but it didn’t get better.”
In a similar vein, some shoppers didn’t find the Advanced Night Serum beneficial: “My skin did feel softer and more moisturized at first, but unfortunately I have psoriasis and sensitive skin and it did irritate it after a couple of uses.”
For those looking to explore other options, Kiehls Super Multi-Corrective Soft Cream is available at £69 and comes highly recommended. Alternatively, for those seeking a less expensive retinal product, The Ordinary offers a Retinal 0.2% Emulsion priced at £15.20.