The skincare brand has seen a surge in popularity and is a firm favourite among beauty editors and dermatologists
Black Friday has evolved into more than just a one-day shopping extravaganza, with brands extending the festive cheer and giving shoppers extra time to bag incredible bargains. Online beauty retailers such as Sephora and LookFantastic have already launched their Black Friday deals, while high street giant Boots has unveiled its early offers with some fantastic savings.
Skincare brand Medik8, known for its clinical-grade results and dermatologist-approved quality, is a favourite among beauty enthusiasts. Devoted fans will know that its iconic night serums and anti-ageing creams seldom go on sale, but last Black Friday saw a site-wide 30% off sale, so we’re keeping our fingers crossed for a repeat this year.
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Crystal Retinal Night Serum
The best-selling product comes in a variety of vitamin A strengths, suitable for sensitive skin and retinol beginners to expert users. The dermatologist-approved formula helps clear skin, reduce dark spots and firm skin.
Instead of using retinol, Medik8 uses retinaldehyde, which is proven to work up to 11 times faster than standard retinol – meaning you can see wrinkle reduction results with just one tube.
As a beauty writer, I’ve incorporated the Crystal Retinal Night Serum, strength 3, into my routine every other night. After toning, it absorbs well without leaving an oily residue, reported the Express.
I’ve noticed a reduction in the lines between my nose and lips, and I haven’t experienced any irritation. Instead, I wake up with softer, glowing skin.
The night serum starts at £49, and I’d definitely restock if it goes on sale. Alternatively, consider the Nighttime Renew gift set (£89), which includes the Crystal Retinal Night Serum 6 and Crystal Retinal Ceramide Eye Serum, saving you £35.
C-Tetra Serum
Winter is an ideal time to repair sun damage, and Medik8’s C-Tetra Serum (£39) is a must-have for restoring skin radiance. This potent vitamin C formula brightens the complexion and delivers a winter glow.
With nearly 1,000 online reviews, some users have praised its effectiveness. One reviewer raved: “Love the feel of this serum a little goes a long way and makes my skin have a shiny boost. Also makes the Hydr8 B5 glide on. Feel like my dark spots from sun damage are getting lighter.”
However, another reviewer gave it three stars, saying: “I was hoping for a better result.”
The full-size bottle is currently £39, but experienced vitamin C users can opt for C-Tetra Luxe (£59), which contains a higher percentage of active ingredients.
R-Retinoate Intense Serum
On Black Friday, big-ticket items are usually up for grabs and it’s anticipated that the sought-after anti-ageing serum will be amongst the deals. The R-Retinoate Intense Serum, priced at £229, has been hailed as the “ultimate all-in-one product to target multiple signs of ageing”.
American cosmetic chemist Alex raved about its effects on Instagram, saying that after two months, the product had worked wonders for her complexion. “I have been using this for two months and it has completely transformed my skin,” she exclaimed.
“If you are looking for the ultimate all-in-one product to target multiple signs of ageing, I can honestly say that I don’t think I found any product better than this.”
She continued detailing the impressive results: “Using the r-retinoate intense with r-retinoate day for two months gave me some incredible results, the fine lines around my eyes, the milia on my eyelids and also the frequency to breakout, but adding this to my nighttime routine has kicked the results to overdrive.”
Current Offers
For those not willing to wait until Black Friday’s promotions, there are currently some skincare sets available, such as their CSA Kit Retinol Edition. This four-piece set includes Surface Radiance Cleanse, C-Tetra, Advanced Day Total Protect, and Intelligent Retinol 3TR, forming a complete anti-ageing routine destined for smoother, brighter, healthier-looking skin.
Shoppers are raving about the incredible savings on top skincare kits, with one collection seeing a whopping £57 slashed off its price. The kit, valued at £142, has been cut down from £119 to £85, offering beauty buffs a tantalising deal.
Reeling in glowing five-star reviews online, delighted customers have been sharing their satisfaction. One impressed buyer gushed: “This is a great starter pack for men. The cleanser is one of the best I’ve used. The vitamin C serum is a perfect morning skin boost. Retinol is for night use and non harsh on the skin. SPF moisturiser is good with a relatively light texture. Follow your AM Vit C serum with this.”
Another happy shopper, who snapped up the CSA retinol edition as a tester kit, reported: “Loving it already. Makeup goes on beautifully.”
The brand also offers a CSA kit Bakuchiol Edition, an ideal vitamin A-alternative for pregnant or nursing mums, swapping out Intelligent Retinol 3TR for Bakuchiol Peptides serum.
Priced at a great value, this set, worth £154, is currently available for just £92. Elsewhere at LookFantastic, is adding to the bargain bonanza featuring discounts of up to 50% off skincare sets and makeup treasures.
An example of such splendour is the Estée Lauder The Glow Effect Gift 6-Piece Skincare Gift Set. Usually setting you back £147, this set is now up for grabs at an astonishing £49, complete with a deluxe velvet vanity bag.