Lab Notes

What is a PHA (polyhydroxy acid)?

There is a new kind of exfoliating acid that is ready and waiting to steal the skincare spotlight: polyhydroxy acids (PHAs). The ultra-effective power of alpha hydroxy acids (AHAs) and beta hydroxy acids (BHAs) can be just that bit too...

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Experts in Vitamin A

Retinol is loved by doctors, beauty bloggers and skincare enthusiasts the world over. It’s a widely accepted notion that nothing without prescription can improve the signs of photoageing quite like it. In fact, little else even comes close. That’s why...

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Peptides for skin: Which will you choose?

At Medik8, we believe that peptides have far more qualities than only tackling skin ageing, therefore, we have created a broad range of different peptides in our range. Discover more on peptides below, and choose your perfect peptide based on...

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The Power of Double Cleansing

Cleansing: the first section of your skincare regime that holds great opportunity to fast-track your way to reaching your skincare goals, if done correctly. Cleansing can help to remove any build up of impurities lying on the skin’s surface, leaving...

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Menopausal Skincare

Going through menopause can be a stressful time, especially because your skin can be fluctuating alongside your hormones. During menopause, skin undergoes a number of changes which everyone experiences a little differently. For many people, skin loses tone, elasticity and...

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The Medik8 Guide to Blemishes

What is a blemish? A blemish can be any kind of spot, discoloration or mark on the skin, but in most circumstances ‘blemish’ refers to breakouts. A blemish is a clogged pore which can be raised, red and sore. What...

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Top Retinaldehyde Questions Answered

1. What is retinaldehyde? Retinaldehyde is a revolutionary form of vitamin A. It is proven to be 11x faster-acting than the classic form of vitamin A, retinol[1], yet is a notoriously unstable molecule therefore potent retinaldehyde is rarely found in...

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What is Intelligent?

The gold-standard of anti-ageing. No other ingredient in skincare can even compare to vitamin A when it comes to reducing the signs of premature ageing. THE GOLD STANDARD OF ANTI-AGEING Over the years, must-have skincare ingredients have come and gone,...

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Oxy-R Peptides

Want to address hyperpigmentation, dark spots or unevenly toned areas across the complexion? We have just the solution for you. Meet Oxy-R Peptides, the newest member of the Medik8 Peptides Family. Designed to target specific areas of visible hyperpigmentation, Oxy-R...

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Everything you need to know about C-Tetra Luxe

Lipid Vitamin C Enhanced Radiance Serum Introducing C-Tetra Luxe serum, a velvety oil formula gifted with incredible brightening and nourishing components to establish its place as the star of our vitamin C range. The beautifully luxurious serum is designed for...

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