Setting new standards for age-defying excellence, r-Retinoate Intense is the jewel in the Medik8 Vitamin A crown.
Proven to deliver noticeably firmer, smoother, brighter-looking skin, with dramatic wrinkle and dark spot reduction in as little as 4 weeks.*
Also proven to be 8x stronger** and 11x faster^ than classic retinol, this innovative vitamin A formula is powered by a revolutionary blend of retinal and encapsulated retinyl retinoate (exclusive to Medik8).
Combining 5 of Medik8's most advanced age-defying technologies in 1 extraordinary nighttime cream, r-Retinoate Intense delivers everything your skin needs for astonishing youth-renewing results in one simple but luxurious step.
*Proven via independent consumer study on r-Retinoate Intense on 52 participants over 4 weeks.
**H. Kim et al., Synthesis and in vitro biological activity of retinyl retinoate, a novel hybrid retinoid derivative, Bioorganic & Medicinal Chemistry, 2008, 15;16(12), pp 6387-93^G. Siegenthaler et al., Retinol and retinal metabolism, Biochemical Journal, 1990, 268, pp 371-378.
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Proven to simultaneously improve the look of skin brightness, uneven tone and dark spots - even on sensitive skin.
Combines Medik8-exclusive encapsulated retinyl retinoate (8x more powerful than retinol*) with our patented crystal-stabilised retinal (11x faster than retinol**), for previously unattainable age-defying results.
*H. Kim et al., Synthesis and in vitro biological activity of retinyl retinoate, a novel hybrid retinoid derivative, Bioorganic & Medicinal Chemistry, 2008, 15;16(12), pp 6387-93 **G. Siegenthaler et al., Retinol and retinal metabolism, Biochemical Journal, 1990, 268, pp 371-378
Combines 5 of Medik8’s most advanced age-defying technologies for the fastest, most effective, all round age-defying results in one masterpiece formula.
Delivers your nighttime serum and cream in one, removing the need for multiple steps in your evening routine.
After cleansing in the evening, massage 2 pumps of r-Retinoate Intense evenly across face, neck and décolletage.
This product should be phased in gradually as it contains retinal. Use twice a week for the first 2 weeks, every other night for the next 2 weeks, then every night. You should use a sunscreen every morning while using vitamin A.
r-Retinoate Intense is amazing!
The only vitamin A that has improved my skin without irritation.
Patented and exclusive to Medik8, this unique vitamin A molecule is the breakthrough result of 8 years of expert research. Retinyl retinoate is proven to be 8x more powerful than classic retinol* in delivering astonishing age-defying results.
<cite>*H. Kim et al., Synthesis and in vitro biological activity of retinyl retinoate, a novel hybrid retinoid derivative, Bioorganic & Medicinal Chemistry, 2008, 15;16(12), pp 6387-93</cite>
This next-generation vitamin A works to target the look of fine lines, wrinkles, hyperpigmentation and uneven skin texture - 11x faster than classic retinol.* Its unique antibacterial properties also help to visibly decongest the skin.
<cite>*G. Siegenthaler et al., Retinol and retinal metabolism, Biochemical Journal, 1990, 268, pp 371-378</cite>
A youth-boosting copper peptide, encapsulated in an innovative polymer shell. It dives through the layers of the skin to specifically support collagen-producing cells for more youthful-looking skin.
A unique combination of ceramides (alongside phytosterol and fatty acids) which mimic the skin’s natural lipid barrier to intensely restore and nourish.
Draws moisture from the lower layers of the skin into the upper layers, leaving the complexion nourished and visibly supple.