Superfood antioxidants including saskatoon berry help to boost and protect the natural production of hyaluronic acid within the skin. The skin is drenched in long-lasting moisture, to smooth and plump visible signs of crepiness, sagging and dehydration lines. Multi-weight hyaluronic acid works to draw water from the lower layers of the skin and in from the environment to rehydrate the upper, visible layer of the skin. Vitamin B5 and biosaccharide gum are larger molecules that sit on the surface of the skin, to prevent this restored skin hydration from escaping, whilst smoothing the look of skin.

A natural and potent antioxidant, soy is able to help stimulate the skin’s natural production of hyaluronic acid, alongside helping to enhance collagen synthesis for youthful-looking and hydrated skin. Glyceryl Glucoside The supercharged serum is continuously working to support the skin’s own intuitive hydration system, which helps the skin to adapt to dehydrating changes in your surroundings. Hydr8 B5 Intense is clinically proven to increase hydration in different environments - maintaining the look of youthful, healthy skin throughout times of travelling, cold windy winters, and hot drying summers. Sodium PCA, glycerin, urea, proteins, sugars, 15 different amino acids, lactic acid, creatine; natural components in the skin which bind and hold water for ultimate hydration. ​​ ​​​​Saskatoon Berry Protect: Purple-hued superfood saskatoon berry helps to fight the enzymes that break down hyaluronic acidwithin the skin, preserving its moisture-boosting power.Also known as panthenol, vitamin B5 helps the skin to retain moisture, while supporting the regeneration of skin cells. ​​ ​​​Natural Moisturising Factors Multi-Weight Hyaluronic Acid - With a unique ability to attract and retain more than 1,000x its own weight in water, hyaluronic acid draws moisture to itself, leaving the complexion both nourished and supple. Retinal is the only form of vitamin A with antibacterial properties, making it perfect for oily or blemish-prone complexions.

Medik8 are true experts in retinol ( vitamin A) skincare. Believing that vitamin A is the most important ingredient in anti-ageing skincare, it boasts a wealth of skin benefits, like speeding up your cellular renewal, and reducing your sebum production for optimal skin health. Medik8 has perfected the careful balance of stabilising vitamin A and ensuring it reaches your skin by controlled release to ensure the maximum level of potency whilst giving minimal irritation to your skin. Start with Crystal Retinal 1 and slowly build your way up for effective, visible results. Featuring hydration heroes multi-weight hyaluronic acid and natural moisturising factors (NMF) to immediately restore lost moisture levels in the skin. When put to the test, 100% of dry and dehydrated skin types showed a visible improvement to skin hydration.* Amplify: Biosaccharide gumworks in conjunction with hyaluronic acidwhich can deliver immediate and long-term hydration for all-day moisture. This can lead to a lasting reservoir of hyaluronic acidin the upper layers of the skin for added bounce and moisture. Natural Moisturising Factors (NMF): Your skin instinctively produces Natural Moisturising Factors, such as amino acids, fatty acids and sodium PCA, which it uses to boost water retention. These components increase hydration, which in turn helps to recharge the skin’s flexibility and help it to function in optimal conditions.

Soy extract helps to support the skin's natural hyaluronic acid production, while purple superfood saskatoon berry works to fight the enzymes that break this production down, optimising the function of the skin's natural moisture network. Skin dryness and dehydration is one of the most common skin concerns. It is made worse by seasonal changes that can sap water content from the skin. Dehydrated skin can be evident by feelings of skin tightness, crepiness, and more profound lines and wrinkles. Hydr8 B5 Intense takes a 360° approach to skin hydration; designed to immediately restore skin of hydration, while working to reinvigorate the skin’s natural moisture network for long-lasting results. Unlike other forms of vitamin A, our Crystal Retinal formula is suitable for even the most sensitive skins.

Extremely sensitive skins should start low on Crystal Retinal 1 (0.01% retinal), with Crystal Retinal 3 (0.03%) best for sensitive skins or for those nervous about using retinal. Most people can start on Crystal Retinal 6 (0.06%) and gradually move up to Crystal Retinal 10 (0.1%) & 20 (0.2%) for clinical-strength results. RETINAL VS RETINOL Retinol is two conversion steps away from active retinoid ‘retinoic acid’, whereas retinal is just one step away. So you get faster, elevated results. With a unique ability to attract and retain more than 1,000 times its own weight in water, hyaluronic acid draws moisture from the surrounding atmosphere into the skin, leaving the complexion both nourished and supple. ​​ ​​Vitamin B5Extremely sensitive skins should start low on Crystal Retinal 1 (0.01% retinal), with Crystal Retinal 3 (0.03%) best for sensitive skins or for those nervous about using retinal. Most people can start on Crystal Retinal 6 (0.06%) and gradually move up to Crystal Retinal 10 (0.1%) & 20 (0.2%) for clinical-strength results. Glyceryl glucoside helps to balance hydration levels throughout the skin by opening up moisture tunnels for deep, long-lasting and carefully distributed hydration. verifyErrors }}{{ message }}{{ /verifyErrors }}{{ Discover youthful skin with Medik8 Crystal Retinal, the ground-breaking serum that reinvented vitamin A skincare. Featuring retinaldehyde, the next-generation retinoid that is 11x faster acting than retinol [1], now available in a series of 5 progressive strengths to accompany you on your journey to Beautiful Skin For Life.