With Medik8 Exclusive Technology

Our remarkable vitamin A that can be used both day and night for faster visible brightening, revitalising and smoothing results while remaining gentle.

This luxurious serum is powered by Medik8-exclusive encapsulated retinyl retinoate - proven to be 8x more powerful than standard retinol* in delivering age-defying benefits.

The multi-step-in-one formula combines retinyl retinoate with stabilised vitamin C and hyaluronic acid for profound visible improvement in skin tone, texture and radiance.

r-Retinoate Day & Night interlaces revolutionary science with a sublime sensorial experience that's highly tolerated by the most sensitive skin.

*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

r-Retinoate® Day & Night

Name: r-Retinoate® Day & Night
Brand: Medik8
SKU: P08989
Price: 149.00 GBP
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.7 (227 reviews)

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Size: 50ml

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KEY BENEFITS

Accelerated Age-Defying Results, Day & Night

Uniquely photostable retinyl retinoate doesn't lose its power in sunlight so delivers visible illuminating, smoothing & revitalising benefits both morning & night.
8x Stronger Than Retinol

Medik8-exclusive encapsulated retinyl retinoate is proven to be gentle yet 8x more powerful than standard retinol* in delivering visible 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}
3-in-1 Time-Saver

Delivers all the visible wrinkle-smoothing, brightening & hydrating benefits of vitamin A, vitamin C and hyaluronic acid in one luxurious formula.

HOW TO USE

Step 1

After cleansing in the evening, massage 2 pumps of r-Retinoate Day & Night evenly across face, neck and décolletage.

NOTE

You should always use a sunscreen the morning after using vitamin A.

LOVED & RECOMMENDED

It’s easy to see why this moisturiser counts Hailey Bieber as one of its fans!

TRACY ACHONWA

Beauty Writer - British Vogue
Love this product. Don’t think I can live without it!

MEGAN S

Verified Medik8 Customer

KEY INGREDIENTS

Encapsulated Retinyl Retinoate

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.
*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
7% Stabilised Vitamin C (tetrahexyldecyl ascorbate)

A low-irritation form of vitamin C that delivers exceptional antioxidant protection against harmful free radical damage while supporting collagen production for a visibly even, more youthful-looking complexion.
Hyaluronic Acid

With the ability to attract and retain more than 1,000 times its own weight in water, hyaluronic acid draws moisture into the upper layers of the skin; leaving the complexion hydrated and visibly supple.
Vitamin E

A powerful antioxidant that provides additional antioxidant protection against the ageing effects of free radicals. It also helps to boost the power of vitamin C for optimum visible results.
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THE SCIENCE BEHIND THE FORMULA

Combines vitamin A & vitamin C power in one luxurious age-defying serum.

DANIEL ISAACS Chief Product Officer

Retinyl retinoate is one of the only forms of vitamin A that is photostable, meaning it won't break down or lose its power in sunlight. This allows you to experience powerful, visible vitamin A benefits at both ends of the day.

Retinyl retinoate is particularly effective at protecting the delicate collagen within our skin from the damaging effects of UV light.

Within this innovative formula, retinyl retinoate's age-defying powers are additionally boosted by the same amount of stabilised vitamin C as our C-Tetra serum for powerful antioxidant protection against the ageing effects of external stressors.

SUSTAINABILITY CLAIMS

Provenance provides confidence for sustainability claims; helping to prevent ‘green-washing’ and empowering conscious consumers to purchase in line with their values. Provenance ‘Proof Points’ are all third party verified and evidenced through supply chains.

GOOD TO KNOW

NO ARTIFICIAL FRAGRANCE
NO SYNTHETIC COLOURS
PARABEN FREE
ALCOHOL FREE

FAQS

Can I use r-Retinoate Day & Night if I'm pregnant or breastfeeding?

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As a cosmetics company, we are unable to provide product advice in relation to medical conditions such as pregnancy or breastfeeding. We strongly recommend discussing the ingredients with your GP or midwife before use. We do, however, generally recommend avoiding vitamin A use while pregnant or breastfeeding, which is why we offer a plant-based vitamin A alternative - Bakuchiol Peptides.
How and when should I apply r-Retinoate Day & Night?

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r-Retinoate Day & Night can be applied both day and night. After cleansing, massage 2 pumps evenly across the face, neck and décolletage.
At what age can I start to use this product?

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All of our products are suitable for those aged 16+ - including r-Retinoate Day & Night.
Do I need to use a moisturiser on top of r-Retinoate Day & Night?

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We would recommend using a moisturiser on top of r-Retinoate Day & Night as this formula is a creamy-textured serum, designed to be layered under a moisturiser morning and/or night.
What’s the difference between r-Retinoate Day & Night and r-Retinoate Intense?

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r-Retinoate Day & Night is formulated with retinyl retinoate, a unique form of vitamin A that’s photostable (meaning it doesn’t lose its power when exposed to sunlight). This means it’s a vitamin A formula that can be used both morning and night for accelerated age-defying results. r-Retinoate Intense is a 5-in-1 night cream and the jewel in the Medik8 vitamin A crown. Combining 5 of Medik8's most advanced age-defying technologies in 1 extraordinary nighttime cream (retinyl retinoate, retinal, ceramides, peptides and hyaluronic acid), it delivers everything your skin needs for astonishing youth-renewing results in one simple but luxurious step. Remember; r-Retinoate Intense can only be used in the evening due to it containing retinal (which is not photostable).

r-Retinoate® Day & Night

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KEY BENEFITS

Accelerated Age-Defying Results, Day & Night

8x Stronger Than Retinol

3-in-1 Time-Saver

HOW TO USE

Step 1

NOTE

LOVED & RECOMMENDED

KEY INGREDIENTS

THE SCIENCE BEHIND THE FORMULA

SUSTAINABILITY CLAIMS

GOOD TO KNOW

FAQS

Can I use r-Retinoate Day & Night if I'm pregnant or breastfeeding?

How and when should I apply r-Retinoate Day & Night?

At what age can I start to use this product?

Do I need to use a moisturiser on top of r-Retinoate Day & Night?

What’s the difference between r-Retinoate Day & Night and r-Retinoate Intense?

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