Medik8 r-Retinoate Day & Night 50ml is an advanced vitamin A serum designed to visibly target fine lines, wrinkles, uneven skin tone, dullness and uneven texture while delivering hydration and radiance. Powered by Medik8-exclusive encapsulated retinyl retinoate, this luxurious age-defying formula can be used both morning and evening for smoother, brighter and more youthful-looking skin.

Unlike many traditional retinol formulas, the retinyl retinoate used in r-Retinoate Day & Night is photostable, meaning it does not lose its effectiveness when exposed to sunlight. This allows the serum to deliver vitamin A benefits both day and night.

Medik8 describes retinyl retinoate as 8 times more powerful than standard retinol in delivering age-defying benefits. The innovative vitamin A is combined with 7% stabilised vitamin C and multi-weight hyaluronic acid, creating a 3-in-1 formula that targets wrinkles, radiance and hydration within one step.

The result is skin that appears smoother, brighter, more even and visibly revitalised, while the hydrating formula helps maintain a soft, supple complexion.

What Does Medik8 r-Retinoate Day & Night Do?

Medik8 r-Retinoate Day & Night is designed to:

• Reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles

• Visibly smooth uneven skin texture

• Brighten dull and tired-looking skin

• Improve the appearance of uneven skin tone

• Promote a more radiant complexion

• Hydrate and visibly plump the skin

• Support a firmer, more youthful-looking complexion

• Provide antioxidant protection against free radical damage

• Combine vitamin A, vitamin C and hyaluronic acid benefits in one formula

• Deliver vitamin A benefits both morning and evening

What is Retinyl Retinoate?

Retinyl retinoate is an advanced vitamin A molecule and the hero ingredient in Medik8 r-Retinoate Day & Night.

Exclusive to Medik8, the encapsulated retinyl retinoate used in this formula is the result of extensive research and is designed to deliver powerful visible anti-ageing results while remaining gentle on the skin.

Medik8 states that retinyl retinoate is 8 times more powerful than classic retinol based on research comparing their biological activity.

Importantly, retinyl retinoate is also photostable, allowing Medik8 r-Retinoate Day & Night to be used during both your morning and evening skincare routines.

What Are the Key Ingredients?

Encapsulated Retinyl Retinoate: Medik8's exclusive vitamin A molecule helps visibly smooth fine lines and wrinkles while improving skin tone, texture and radiance.

7% Stabilised Vitamin C: Tetrahexyldecyl Ascorbate is a stable, low-irritation form of vitamin C that provides antioxidant protection while helping support collagen and promote a brighter, more even-looking complexion.

Multi-Weight Hyaluronic Acid: Different molecular weights of hyaluronic acid help attract and retain moisture for deeply hydrated, supple and plump-looking skin.

Vitamin E: Provides additional antioxidant protection and works alongside vitamin C to support the formula's visible results.

Can Medik8 r-Retinoate Be Used During the Day?

Yes. Medik8 r-Retinoate Day & Night is specifically formulated for use both morning and evening.

Its retinyl retinoate is photostable, meaning it does not lose its effectiveness when exposed to sunlight. This differentiates it from many traditional vitamin A formulas that are recommended for nighttime use only.

As with any vitamin A skincare routine, always apply a broad-spectrum sunscreen as the final step of your morning routine.

Is Medik8 r-Retinoate Day & Night Good for Wrinkles?

Yes. Medik8 r-Retinoate Day & Night is specifically designed to target fine lines, wrinkles and other visible signs of skin ageing.

Its encapsulated retinyl retinoate supports skin renewal to help smooth the appearance of lines and uneven texture, while stabilised vitamin C and hyaluronic acid provide complementary brightening, antioxidant and hydrating benefits.

Is Medik8 r-Retinoate Day & Night the Same as r-Retinoate Intense?

No. Medik8 r-Retinoate Day & Night and r-Retinoate Intense are different formulas.

r-Retinoate Day & Night contains photostable retinyl retinoate and can be used morning and evening. It combines vitamin A with vitamin C and hyaluronic acid and is designed to be followed with a moisturiser.

r-Retinoate Intense combines retinyl retinoate with retinal, ceramides, peptides and hyaluronic acid. Because retinal is not photostable, r-Retinoate Intense is designed for evening use only and acts as an all-in-one night cream.

Who is Medik8 r-Retinoate Day & Night For?

Medik8 r-Retinoate Day & Night is ideal for anyone looking for an advanced vitamin A treatment to address:

• Fine lines and wrinkles

• Dull or tired-looking skin

• Uneven skin tone

• Uneven skin texture

• Loss of radiance

• Dehydration

• Visible signs of skin ageing

It is also an excellent choice for anyone looking to combine the benefits of vitamin A, vitamin C and hyaluronic acid within one streamlined skincare step.

How to Use Medik8 r-Retinoate Day & Night

After cleansing, massage 2 pumps of Medik8 r-Retinoate Day & Night evenly across the face, neck and décolletage.

If you are new to r-Retinoate, Medik8 recommends introducing it gradually:

• Weeks 1–2: Use twice per week

• Weeks 3–4: Use every other day or night

• After Week 4: Progress to daily use as tolerated

Follow with your preferred moisturiser. When using r-Retinoate in the morning, always finish with a broad-spectrum sunscreen.

Ingredients

Aqua (Water), Tetrahexyldecyl Ascorbate, Heptyl Undecylenate, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Methylpropanediol, Polylactic Acid, Cetearyl Olivate, Sodium Polyacryloyldimethyl Taurate, Cetearyl Isononanoate, Distarch Phosphate, Tocopheryl Acetate, Sorbitan Olivate, Hydrogenated Polydecene, Retinyl Retinoate, Glycerin, Caprylyl Glycol, Sodium Hyaluronate, Cholesteryl Nonanoate, Disodium EDTA, Hydroxyacetophenone, Canola Oil, Cetearyl Alcohol, Phenylpropanol, Vanilla Planifolia (Vanilla) Fruit Extract, 3-O-Ethyl Ascorbic Acid, Sodium Metabisulfite, BHT, Sodium Hydroxide, Trideceth-10.

No artificial fragrance • No synthetic colours • Paraben-free • Alcohol-free