Restore youthful skin with Crystal Retinal™, Medik8's latest innovation in vitamin A, now available in four strengths. The composition with stabilized retinal, a strong derivative of vitamin A, is a new generation of skin rejuvenation. Retinal has a similar effect on the skin to prescription vitamin A and works 11x faster than regular forms of retinol. This amazing night serum visibly minimizes fine lines and wrinkles, firms and softens the skin and restores its texture. The contained hyaluronic acid, glycerin and vitamin E hydrate all layers of the skin, which makes it flexible, even-toned and youthful-looking. In addition, it helps reduce the appearance of bacteria that cause acne. Thanks to this, the skin remains purified and healthy. Already within 4 weeks of use, the skin is visibly rejuvenated, softened and radiant. 2 Crystal Retinal 1
Stable retinal night serum with the lowest concentration of vitamin A
Serum with vitamin A is an ideal entry step in care with vitamin A, it is suitable for hypersensitive skin, skin sensitive to retinoids and suitable in short for anyone who is concerned about the application of vitamin A.
0.01% encapsulated retinaldehyde 1 G. Seigenthaler et al., Biochemical Journal, 1990, 268, pp 371-378
2 Independent study conducted over 8 weeks with volunteers using Crystal Retinal 6. Individual effects may vary.

IF IT WORKS

The biologically active form of vitamin A, i.e. the one that acts on the skin, is retinoic acid. It is an exceptionally effective active ingredient for skin rejuvenation. It triggers cell regeneration and collagen production, thereby fighting skin aging. However, retinoic acid is only available by prescription, but vitamin A is freely available in the form of retinol or retinaldehyde. Neither retinol nor retinaldehyde are active by themselves, they must first be converted to retinoic acid in the skin. In the case of retinol, there must first be a conversion to retinal, and then to retinoic acid, in the case of retinal (retinaldehyde), only one step is required to convert to this biologically active form. Thanks to this, the effect of retinaldehyde on the skin is 11 times faster than that of classic retinol. 1

This improved active substance is encapsulated in a crystalline transport agent, which is broken down by enzymes naturally occurring in the skin at the moment the serum is applied to the skin. This patented system with gradual release of retinaldehyde minimizes the risk of irritation and ensures maximum stability and absorbability of the serum. The contained hyaluronic acid and vitamin E hydrates all layers of the skin. Crystal Retinal targets fine lines and wrinkles for perfectly smoothed and rejuvenated skin. Unlike other forms of vitamin A, retinaldehyde has a direct antibacterial effect. It targets acne-causing bacteria, promoting healthy and clear skin.

1 G. Seigenthaler et al., Biochemical Journal, 1990, 268, pp 371-378

MAIN INGREDIENTS

Encapsulated Retinal (retinaldehyde) - An effective vitamin A derivative that can act up to 11x faster than regular forms of retinol, yet remains just as gentle on the skin. It reduces the occurrence of P. acnes bacteria responsible for pimples and other manifestations of acne. Visibly improves the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles, skin texture and unifies its color tone.

Hyaluronic acid - A highly effective substance that locks moisture in the skin, thus supporting balanced hydration and elasticity of the skin. It can hold up to a thousand times its own weight in water.

Glycerin - One of the natural moisturizing factors in the skin and an effective moisturizer that supports the functioning of the natural skin barrier and prevents transepidermal water loss.

Vitamin E - A powerful free radical neutralizing antioxidant that stimulates skin hydration and rejuvenation. Together with vitamin C, they act synergistically and increase their antioxidant effect.

Aqua (Water), Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Glycerin, Isododecane, Cyclodextrin, Cetearyl Alcohol, Cetearyl Olivate, Sodium Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer, Sorbitan Olivate, Tocopheryl Acetate, Squalane, Sodium Hyaluronate, Retinal, Ethyl Ascorbic Acid, Daucus Carota Sativa (Carrot) Seed Oil, Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer, Ethylhexylglycerin, Pentylene Glycol, Vanilla Planifolia (Vanilla) Fruit Extract, Hydroxypropyl Methylcellulose, Rubus Chamaemorus (Cloudberry) Seed Oil, Sodium Polyaspartate, Tetrahexyldecyl Ascorbate, Dipteryx Odorata (Tonka) Bean Extract, BHT, Polyhydroxystearic Acid, Disodium EDTA, Titanium Dioxide, Phenoxyethanol, Alumina, Lonicera Caprifolium (Honeysuckle) Flower Extract, Isostearic Acid, Lecithin, Lonicera Japonica (Honeysuckle) Flower Extract, Polyglyceryl-3 Polyricinoleate, Stearic Acid, Coumarin, CI 14700 (Rule 4).

After cleansing the skin in the evening, apply a small amount to the skin and décolleté before applying a traditional moisturizing product. As with retinol products, apply gradually and let your skin get used to it. Apply twice a week for the first two weeks, once a day for the next two weeks. After a month, you can already apply daily.