Medik8 Crystal Retinal 20 30ml — 0.2% Retinal Night Serum

This powerful formula helps visibly reduce the appearance of fine lines and deeper wrinkles, improve skin firmness, refine uneven texture, and restore a smoother, brighter, more youthful-looking complexion.

At the heart of the formula is 0.2% retinaldehyde, an advanced vitamin A derivative that requires just one conversion step within the skin to become retinoic acid. This allows retinal to effectively support natural skin renewal and collagen production.

Powered by Medik8's innovative retinal stabilisation and encapsulation technology, the formula helps preserve the effectiveness of retinal while enabling controlled delivery to minimise the potential for irritation.

Crystal Retinal 20 helps improve the appearance of pigmentation, post-blemish marks, uneven skin tone, and visible signs of photoageing.

Enriched with hydrating and antioxidant ingredients, the serum supports the skin's natural protective barrier and helps maintain softness and comfort throughout the night.

Its lightweight, creamy texture absorbs comfortably into the skin without leaving a heavy or greasy residue.

With consistent use, the complexion appears visibly firmer, smoother, brighter, and more refined, with a noticeable improvement in overall skin texture.

Medik8 Crystal Retinal 20 is intended for advanced retinoid users who have already developed strong skin tolerance to lower retinal concentrations.

Key Benefits

• 0.2% Stabilised Retinaldehyde: Delivers intensive vitamin A skincare benefits.

• Advanced Anti-Ageing Care: Helps reduce the appearance of fine lines and deeper wrinkles.

• Collagen Support: Promotes firmer, more youthful-looking skin.

• Skin Renewal: Supports the natural skin cell turnover process.

• Smoother Skin Texture: Refines uneven texture and roughness.

• Pigmentation Care: Helps reduce the appearance of dark spots and post-blemish marks.

• Even Skin Tone: Promotes a brighter, more balanced complexion.

• Enhanced Radiance: Restores a healthy-looking glow to dull skin.

• Encapsulation Technology: Helps maintain retinal stability and controlled delivery.

• Lightweight Texture: Absorbs comfortably without a greasy finish.

Key Ingredients

0.2% Retinaldehyde (Retinal) — A high-performance vitamin A derivative that supports natural skin renewal and collagen production, helping visibly reduce wrinkles, uneven texture, and pigmentation.

Hyaluronic Acid — A moisture-binding ingredient that helps maintain hydration, leaving the skin feeling smooth, soft, and supple.

Vitamin E — An antioxidant that helps protect against free radical damage and supports skin comfort.

Glycerin — A humectant that attracts and retains moisture, helping prevent dryness.

Suitable For

• Experienced vitamin A users.

• Mature skin with visible signs of ageing.

• Fine lines and deeper wrinkles.

• Loss of firmness and elasticity.

• Uneven skin texture and tone.

• Visible pigmentation and post-blemish marks.

• Skin showing signs of photoageing.

• Those ready to progress from Medik8 Crystal Retinal 10.

Important: Crystal Retinal 20 is not suitable for retinoid beginners.

Medik8 recommends progressing to this strength only after at least 3 months of comfortable daily use of Crystal Retinal 10 or after finishing 2 full tubes.

How to Use

After cleansing in the evening, apply a small amount of Crystal Retinal 20 to dry skin on the face and neck.

Gently massage into the skin, avoiding direct contact with the eyes.

Allow the serum to absorb before applying your preferred moisturiser.

Gradual Introduction:

1. Weeks 1–2: Apply twice weekly.

2. Weeks 3–4: Apply every other night.

3. Week 5 onwards: Apply nightly as tolerated.

Perform a patch test before first use.

Always apply broad-spectrum sunscreen SPF 30 or higher during the day.

Important: Retinoids may cause temporary dryness, redness, flaking, or irritation. Discontinue use if significant irritation occurs. Avoid retinoid products during pregnancy and breastfeeding.