Medik8’s Black Friday sale is treating customers to up to 25 percent off its premium anti-ageing skincare range.
And, for those spending over £120, there’s a bonus: they will get a full-size Micellar Mousse worth £25 absolutely free.
Shoppers are spoilt for choice with products like the Crystal Retinal Age-Defying Vitamin A Night Serum, a potent treatment available in several strengths to match different skin tolerance levels. The serum’s retinal component is reportedly 11 times stronger than traditional retinol, with a beginner (stage 3) bottle reduced to £36.75 from £49.
Medik8 ensures that its product line remains stable, potent and consistently effective. During the sale, a 30ml serving of Crystal Retinal strength 6 is retailing at only £51.75, down from its regular price of £69.
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If you’re new to it, it is advised to start with lower potencies and gradually escalating, reports the Manchester Evening News.
A satisfied 66 year old customer shared: “Love this product! I’m 66 years old and lived most of my life in the sun, we didn’t use sunscreen in my youth and I’m definitely showing signs of pigmentation.”
They added: “Since using Crystal Retinal and going up in strength, my skin has improved dramatically. I would recommend this and any Medik8 with a gold star rating.”
It’s worth noting that individual results may vary. “I wanted to like this but something in it is breaking me out. I feel like this is better suited for normal to dry skin,” said a Crystal Retinal customer.
Alternatively, you could try Facetheory’s Retinal Supreme MultiCream 0.1%, which costs £47 and has received numerous positive reviews.
Another Medik8 product on sale is the C Tetra Luxe, now £44.25 for 30ml (down from £59).
This vitamin C-infused serum enhances skin radiance, provides antioxidant benefits, and deeply moisturises. One reviewer raved: “I was advised to [use] Medik8 after a facial using these products. I cant recommend them enough. I have seen a vast improvement in my skin pigmentation issues.”
However, another reviewer noted: “I’ve already used one bottle of C-Tetra Luxe but haven’t seen much difference to be honest. But I’ve re purchased it as I’ve already tried two other brands before and this one feels better than those on my face.”
For winter hydration, Medik8’s Hyrd8 B5 Intense is also on sale for £44.25 (down from £59). This hyaluronic acid-based treatment provides long-lasting, rapid moisturisation and has a soft, non-sticky texture. It offers the same plumping and firming effects as other Medik8 products.
One happy shopper reviewed: “I love this product. Makes my skin so smooth, soft and hydrated.” Another lamented: “I love to use under makeup and it makes my skin look shiny. I got a lot of compliments.”
However, results may vary as another customer noted: “The feel of this serum is lovely but it doesn’t seem to do that much for me.”
For those interested in exploring high-powered alternatives, Kiehls’ Super Multi-Corrective Soft Cream is available at £51.75 for 50ml (down from £69) and boasts a dedicated following.
Clinique’s Wrinkle Correction Serum is another option, currently priced at £46.50 for 30ml and praised for its effectiveness. Additionally, for an intensely moisturising overnight treatment, the Clinique Turnaround Overnight Revitalizing Moisturizer can be purchased for £33 at Boots.
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