Authorised UK Medik8 Stockist
Medik8 Retinal & Retinol
Medik8's retinal & retinol range — led by the award-winning Crystal Retinal — uses vitamin A to visibly smooth lines and refine texture. Skintique is an authorised UK Medik8 stockist: genuine products, fast tracked delivery.
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Medik8 R-Retinoate® Intense | Youth-Activating Night Cream | 50ml
£229.00Unit price /Unavailable
Frequently asked questions
Which Medik8 retinal or retinol should I start with?
Which Medik8 retinal or retinol should I start with?
If you're new to vitamin A, begin with Crystal Retinal 3 or Retinol 3TR and use it two nights a week. Once your skin is comfortable, climb through Crystal Retinal 6, 10 and beyond, or move to R-Retinoate Day & Night, which combines retinal and retinol for an advanced anti-ageing result. Intelligent Retinol TR suits those who prefer a classic retinol over retinal.
How do I introduce a Medik8 retinal without irritation?
How do I introduce a Medik8 retinal without irritation?
Apply a pea-sized amount to dry skin at night, twice a week for the first fortnight, then build to alternate nights and finally nightly as tolerated. Always follow with a moisturiser and use SPF every morning, since vitamin A makes skin more sun-sensitive. If you see flaking, drop back a step rather than stopping altogether.
What's the difference between Crystal Retinal and R-Retinoate?
What's the difference between Crystal Retinal and R-Retinoate?
Crystal Retinal is pure stabilised retinaldehyde at a single strength per bottle, ideal for building tolerance step by step. R-Retinoate Day & Night pairs retinal with retinol in a patented complex for a gradual-release treatment you use morning and night. R-Retinoate Intense delivers the same technology in a richer night cream for drier, mature skin.
Can I use Medik8 retinal during pregnancy?
Can I use Medik8 retinal during pregnancy?
No — vitamin A serums like Crystal Retinal, Retinol 3TR and R-Retinoate are not recommended during pregnancy or breastfeeding. Switch to peptide and vitamin C options such as Liquid Peptides and C-TETRA during that time, and return to your retinal afterwards. Speak to your midwife or GP if you're unsure. For advice specific to your pregnancy, please contact us at hello@skintique.co.uk.
How do I know which Crystal Retinal strength to buy?
How do I know which Crystal Retinal strength to buy?
If you're stuck between strengths, book a free virtual consultation and we'll pinpoint the right Crystal Retinal step for your experience and skin. Skintique is an authorised Medik8 stockist, so you're always sold genuine, in-date vitamin A. Same-day dispatch on orders placed before 2pm.
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