Vitamin A

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As the Experts in Vitamin A, our innovative creams and serums, are designed to visibly smooth, firm, and rejuvenate skin. Our collection features powerful forms of vitamin A for the skin, such as retinol, retinaldehyde, and retinyl retinoate, delivering effective results with minimal irritation. Visibly improve texture, reduce wrinkles, and promote a radiant, age-defying complexion with our science-led formulas.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does vitamin A do for your skin?

Vitamin A helps to support skin renewal, improve texture and reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles, and uneven tone. It works by encouraging cell turnover and stimulating collagen production, leaving the skin looking smoother, firmer and more radiant over time.

Is vitamin A the same as retinol?

Vitamin A is the umbrella term for a group of compounds, including retinol, retinaldehyde and retinoic acid. Retinol is one of the most well-known and widely used forms in skincare. Medik8 offers multiple forms of vitamin A across its collection, including retinol and the next-generation retinaldehyde found in the Crystal Retinal range.

With our vitamin A strength ladder, you can gradually increase potency as your skin builds tolerance, helping to minimise irritation while maximising results. Whether you're new to vitamin A or ready to level up, there's a step in the Medik8 ladder that’s tailored to your skin.

How to use vitamin A for your skin?

Vitamin A is best applied in the evening as part of your skincare routine, after cleansing and before moisturising. Apply a thin layer to dry skin, followed by your regular moisturiser. If you are new to vitamin A, begin with a low-strength formula and gradually build up to higher strengths as your skin adapts. Always use sunscreen the next morning to protect the skin.

Medik8’s Crystal Retinal range makes it easy to find the right strength for your level, starting from 0.01% up to 0.24% retinaldehyde.

How many times a week should I use vitamin A?

Start by using vitamin A two to three times a week and gradually increase frequency as your skin builds tolerance. Eventually, most skin types can tolerate nightly use. Always listen to your skin and reduce frequency if you experience any sensitivity.

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Crystal Retinal Ceramide Eye

Crystal Retinal Ceramide Eye

Crystal Retinal® Ceramide Eye, a clinically proven retinal eye cream designed to visibly smooth, brighten and lift the delicate eye area. Powered by next-generation retinal, ceramides and hyaluronic acid filling spheres, this advanced vitamin A eye treatment targets the appearance of fine lines, wrinkles, dark circles and puffiness. Available in three progressive strengths, Crystal Retinal Ceramide Eye delivers clinical-strength, age-defying results while providing gentle, nourishing care for the delicate under-eye area.

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Targeted care for the delicate eye area

Discover Medik8’s expert collection of eye creams, eye serums and under-eye treatments, specifically formulated for the delicate skin around the eyes. Target common concerns including fine lines and wrinkles, dark circles, puffiness, dryness and loss of firmness with advanced skincare powered by proven ingredients. From vitamin A and peptides to vitamin C, ceramides and hyaluronic acid, each eye care formula is designed to deliver targeted results while caring for the delicate eye area. Explore our range of eye creams for visibly brighter, smoother, firmer and more hydrated-looking eyes, with specialised formulas for your morning and evening skincare routine.

Clinically led, expertly formulated

Our award-winning retinal formulas are developed through extensive research and clinical testing. Grounded in science rather than trends, we deliver transformative Results Without Compromise.