Medik8 unveils 'miracle' new serum that 'defends against premature ageing'
Looking to target dull skin and wrinkles? Then many experts experts would agree that it is worth purchasing skincare products with vitamin C
One that has become a staple for many beauty enthusiasts is Medik8's C-Tetra range, with the celebrity approved brand's range of serums said to "visibly reduce" wrinkles and hyperpigmentation within four weeks.
Now there's a brand new addition, as the firm says the "wait is over" after adding the C-Tetra Advanced to the line-up, and, owing to Medik8's reputation, it has been hailed as a "miracle in a bottle."
Retailing at £69 for a 30ml bottle, this serum has been designed to be used in a morning skincare routine, using a powerful formula that works to "defend against premature skin ageing and achieve accelerated visible skin brightening."
Said to be infused with a next-generation combination of 20 percent vitamin C and cutting edge phyto exosomes, it helps to shield and improve the skin from any environmental aggressors that can cause early signs of ageing.
The "intelligent" formula provides smarter, not harsher, results, with skin tone said to be "visibly brightened" in just seven days, leaving a soft, smooth, even complexion.
It also offers a unique texture, acting as a gel-serum that is said to be "fast absorbing", leaving the skin "instantly refreshed", while also hydrating, priming and smoothing.
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While the new Medik8 serum is a unique addition to the market, there are a few other powerhouses on the high street. This includes The Ordinary's £14.28 Multi-Antioxidant Radiance Serum (30ml) that uses eight technologies to brighten and protect.
Another that is fairly new to the UK is Olay's Super Serum that costs £18.14 for a 30ml on Amazon. The first of its kind to offer five ingredients, including vitamin C, it offers a multitude of benefits that range from brightening to anti-ageing.
Skincare buffs keen to know more about the new C-Tetra Advanced might be eager to know that it has already earned a 4.8 rating from those who managed to sample it, with praise saying it "minimises" lines and leaves skin "brighter."
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A five-star review read: "This was an absolute treat to use. Applied smoothly, visibly made my complexion look radiant and bright. In the morning I looked nice and fresh, smooth looking skin reduced the look of wrinkles. Another miracle in a bottle by Medik8."
A second read: "I absolutely love this product, within a few days my skin looked so much brighter & smoother plus my wrinkles seemed to have reduced, in my experience it's not often you see a noticeable improvement so quickly with skincare products, even my husband said I look fresh faced!!!
Beauty deal of the week
It's almost Father's Day, and are you in need of some gift inspiration?
If you don't want to buy a last minute gift, then we have you covered, as a bottle of aftershave is always a good shout and Debenhams has just cut the Yves Saint Laurent L'Homme Eau De Toilette from £92 to just £55.20 for a large 100ml bottle.
There is also a smaller 60ml bottle that is a bit cheaper, with the price being reduced by 37 per cent from £68 to £43. Since reviews say it "stands out from the crowd", it's a deal worth bagging for dad.
Launched in 2006, this YSL fragrance has been described as "a fragrance for the urban and charismatic 21st century male". For the guy in your life who likes to smell a little different, then this is the bottle to reach for.
It opens on sparkling notes of bergamot, zesty cedarwood and Chinese ginger that has been met with the middle notes of violet leaves and basil flowers, offering a floral and spicy contrast.
It is said to end on base notes of sandalwood, Virginia cedar wood and Haitian vetiver to "highlight this charismatic and magnetic fragrance."
Those who want to stand out from the crowd will appreciate the YSL L'Homme Eau De Toilette, as it has earned a 4.7 rating from Debenhams fragrance buffs who have said it is "unusual" and "always gets compliments."
One positive review read: "An unusual and outstanding men's perfume! What an interesting fresh yet a hint of spice men's perfume! It's different. Stands out from the crowd.
Purchase the Yves Saint Laurent L'Homme Eau De Toilette (100ml) in the Debenhams sale here.
"It's light & quickly absorbed so very easy to apply. C Tetra Advanced really made a difference & I will be making a purchase when it's launched!"
Someone else praising the results said: "My skin looked visibly improved after four weeks of use in terms of ageing and minimising lines and wrinkles. It also gave it a radiance that made it look healthy and younger. I can't recommend this product enough!"
A few users haven't been keen on the texture or the scent, as one such three-star review read: "Although this serum absorbs quickly I was not keen on the smell and found the consistency too thin for my liking."
Although, this wasn't the case for most reviewers, as a fan of the formula said: "The C-Tetra advanced is the perfect consistency goes onto the skin nice and smoothly and is not greasy. It has a lovely smell and gives a nice radiance to the face."
Purchase the new Medik8 C-Tetra Advanced (30ml) for £69 here.
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