Medik8
Crystal Retinal 3
This was my first product with a retinoid and I've been using it for roughly 2.5 months now.
43 of 43 ingredients identified
Informational only — check the packaging and a professional for advice.
Actives combined with exfoliation
This formula pairs active ingredients with exfoliation. Introduce gradually and watch for sensitivity.
Contains fragrance
Fragrance is a common trigger for sensitivity and irritation in reactive skin.
Category breakdown
Emollient · 10Other · 10Antioxidant · 4Solvent / vehicle · 3Humectant · 3Active · 3Surfactant · 3Preservative · 2Fragrance · 2Soothing · 1Exfoliant · 1UV filter · 1
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Full ingredient breakdown
3
A gold-standard humectant that draws water into the skin.
10
The stable ester form of vitamin E that converts to active tocopherol in skin; a common, shelf-stable antioxidant.
14
A multifunctional antioxidant that calms skin and enhances the performance of preservative systems.
15
An ether derivative of L-ascorbic acid in which the 3-OH position is protected by an ethyl group, making it stable in water-based formulas. Converts to Vitamin C inside skin cells. Used widely in Japanese brightening products (Shiseido, Elixir) as a quasi-drug-adjacent brightening active.
17
The salt form of hyaluronic acid; penetrates more readily.
19
A stable, oil-soluble vitamin C derivative.
21
A more potent retinoid one step closer to retinoic acid than retinol.
27
A honeysuckle flower extract that soothes skin and offers antimicrobial activity.
31
A biodegradable polyamino acid polymer (poly-aspartic acid sodium salt) used as a high-performance humectant and film-former that provides sustained surface hydration.
33
An AHA most often used in small amounts to adjust pH.
37
A synthetic phenolic antioxidant that prevents oxidation of oils and fats in cosmetic formulas, used at very low concentrations.
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An extract from vanilla (Vanilla planifolia) fruit pods rich in vanillin and phenolic antioxidants, used for antioxidant protection and skin conditioning.
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A mineral UV filter effective against UVB and short UVA.