Medik8 r-Retinoate Intense - 50ml

Is your skin losing firmness, are fine lines becoming deeper and does your complexion look less even? Then Medik8 r-Retinoate Intense, the most advanced vitamin A night cream from Medik8, is the step that takes your routine to the next level. This rich night treatment brings together five of Medik8's most advanced anti-ageing technologies in a single, effortless evening step, created for mature or demanding skin that is ready for serious, visible results.

How it works

At the heart of the formula lies a revolutionary blend of retinal and encapsulated retinyl retinoate, developed exclusively by Medik8 after eight years of intensive research. Retinyl retinoate is proven to be 8x stronger and 11x faster-acting than classic retinol. Around this vitamin A core, ceramides (AP, NP and EOP) and squalane reinforce the skin barrier, while sodium hyaluronate holds on to moisture for a plumper, smoother look. Moringa oil nourishes and softens. In an independent consumer study of 52 participants, r-Retinoate Intense delivered noticeably firmer, smoother and more radiant skin in just 4 weeks, with a dramatic reduction in the appearance of fine lines, wrinkles and dark spots.

Texture and use in your routine

The texture is a creamy, rich night cream that spreads easily and absorbs quickly, with a subtle scent. Use it in the evening only, as the final nourishing step after cleansing and any serum. Always patch test first and build up gradually. Pair it with a gentle cleanser from the Medik8 range, and always apply sun protection in the morning, such as Advanced Day Ultimate Protect SPF 50+, together with vitamin C like C-Tetra or C-Tetra Luxe. That way you follow the complete Medik8 CSA philosophy.

Frequently asked questions

Where does this fit in the CSA routine?

It is your evening vitamin A step. Vitamin C and sun protection in the morning, r-Retinoate Intense at night.

Can I combine it with Crystal Retinal?

No, use only one vitamin A product per evening. r-Retinoate Intense is intended for those already experienced with vitamin A.

Is it suitable for sensitive skin?

If your skin reacts easily, start with a lower vitamin A strength and build up. Always patch test first and wait 24 hours.

r-Retinoate Intense combines retinal with encapsulated retinyl retinoate, a vitamin A form developed exclusively by Medik8 after eight years of research and proven to be 8x stronger and 11x faster-acting than classic retinol. Together they target fine lines, wrinkles, loss of firmness and dark spots. Ceramides (AP, NP, EOP), squalane and moringa oil nourish the skin and reinforce its natural barrier, while sodium hyaluronate holds moisture. One evening step delivers five of Medik8's most advanced anti-ageing technologies.

Patch test before first use and wait 24 hours. In the evening, cleanse your skin and massage 2 pumps of r-Retinoate Intense gently into face, neck and décolletage. Build up gradually: twice a week for the first 2 weeks, every other evening for the next 2 weeks, then nightly if your skin tolerates it well. Always apply sunscreen in the morning while using vitamin A.

In an independent consumer study of 52 participants, skin looked and felt noticeably firmer, smoother and more radiant after just 4 weeks, with a dramatic reduction in the appearance of wrinkles and dark spots. With vitamin A, consistency is key: results continue to build over the following months.

• Hyaluronic acid – Can hold up to 1000 times its weight in moisture and provides intensive hydration
• Vitamin A/Retinol – Increases collagen levels in the skin and stimulates skin regeneration for a youthful and smooth complexion
• Vitamin C – Stimulates collagen production, protects against free radicals, and brightens the complexion
• Vitamin E – A powerful antioxidant that protects against free radicals and premature skin aging.

Aqua (water), capryl/caprinezuurtriglyceride, glycerine, butyleenglycol, isododecaan, squalaan, cetearylalcohol, dimethicon, cetearyl olivat, natriumacrylaat/natriumacryloyldimethyltauraatcopolymeer, polymelkzuur, cyclodextrine, PPG-12/SMDI-copolymeer, sorbitanolivat, titaandioxide, Eclipta Prostrata-extract, fenylethylalcohol, Melia Azadirachta-bladextract, fenoxyethanol, cholesterylnonanoaat, natriumhyaluronaat, tocoferylacetaat, Rubus Chamaemorus (kruipbraam) zaadolie, koolzaadolie, xanthaangom, pentyleenglycol, retinal, retinylretinoaat, citroenzuur, aluminiumoxide, isostearinezuur, lecithine, polyglyceryl-3-polyricinoleaat, polyhydroxystearinezuur, stearinezuur, ceramide AP, Moringa Oleifera zaadolie, natriumlauroyllactylaat, Vanilla Planifolia (vanille) fruitextract, ethylhexylglycerine, linolzuur, palmitinezuur, ceramide NP, Daucus Carota Sativa (wortel) zaadolie, dinatrium EDTA, fytosterolen, Lonicera Japonica (kamperfoelie) bloemextract, 3-O-ethylascorbinezuur, Lonicera Caprifolium (kamperfoelie) bloemextract, natriumpolyaspartaat, fytosfingosine, parfum*, koperpalmitoylheptapeptide-14, heptapeptide-15-palmitaat, ceramide EOP, cholesterol, C12-16-alcoholen, caprylylglycol, carbomeer, gehydrogeneerde lecithine, glycerylcaprylaat, melkzuur/glycolzuurcopolymeer, polyvinylalcohol, fenylpropanol BHT, Limoneen, Linalool, Citral.

The manufacturer is responsible for the composition of the product. As the composition may change, we recommend always checking the ingredients on the packaging.