This Vitamin C Serum Is The Only Way I Maintain Glowing Skin
It goes without saying that, as a beauty writer, I get to try an abundance of skincare when it lands on my desk; as soon as I tried Medik8, I was hooked. The Medik8 ethos is to keep skincare simple and effective with specific ingredients, and I've discovered it works to maintain radiance and hydration in my skin. What I also like is that Medik8 offers products with ingredients of different strengths, which allows your skin to build up a tolerance to actives like vitamin C or retinol.
One vitamin C product that caught my attention was C-Tetra Luxe, which the brand describes as a product to brighten, add radiance, reduce wrinkles and tone discolouration. Vitamin C is known for restoring glow and this serum has a more powerful, stabilised strength suitable for all skin types. For those new to the world of vitamin C in skincare, the original C-Tetra is one to have on your radar. 1.
Shop: Medik8 C-Tetra Luxe
With 14% of vitamin C, this velvety serum offers deep nourishment and hydration as the potent ingredient gets to work to reduce the appearance of pigmentation, tone and dark spots. The rich, oily texture feels luxurious and nourishing without pilling under moisturiser, SPF or make-up. Pros Rich, oily texture
Infused with vitamin E and jojoba to provide nourishment
Great for all skin types Cons Might be too intense for some beginners
Why do I love this vitamin C serum? For me, I instantly see a boost of radiance and plumpness immediately after application and with continued use. The potent ingredient worked to improve dark spots, fine lines discolouration, but primarily solved my issue of dull-looking skin and added some much-needed glow. I originally started with C-Tetra and graduated up to Luxe after a couple of months. My skin reacts well to vitamin C but, for beginners, I would suggest starting with a lower percentage to build up your tolerance. Medik8 advises that both C-Tetra and C-Tetra Luxe are suitable for any skin type, including the most sensitive. I apply this serum in the morning before moisturiser and SPF, and my skin loves the oily texture. I crave a radiant finish, and this serum provides me with the confidence to go make-up free.
Consider this serum your gateway into Medik8 - from Press & Glow to the Crystal Retinal range, this brand knows exactly how to get me obsessed with products that fuse skincare science with salon-worthy results. Keep scrolling to shop Grazia's other Medik8 favourites and start your perfect skincare regimen. 2.
Medik8 Press & Glow
An exfoliating toner is a non-negotiable in my routine and I have nothing but good things to say about Medik8's Press & Glow. This formula is gentle enough to use everyday to remove dead skin cells and texture without irritating. 3.
Medik8 Advanced Day Ultimate Protect SPF50+
SPF is vital in every skincare routine, and Medik8's Advanced Ultimate Protect is a great offering to protect the skin. 4.
Medik8 Hydra B5 Intense
A hyaluronic serum is essential in any skincare routine, and Hydr8 B5's formula is perfect for flooding the skin full of hydration and antioxidants. 5.
Medik8 Daily Radiance Vitamin C
The all-in-one moisturiser complete with vitamin C and SPF 30 to get your skin glowing and protected from the sun. Vitamin C works to tone, even discolouration and boost radiance alongside SPF 30 to keep your skin protected from any signs of sun damage. 6.
Medik8 Crystal Retinal 3
The best way to introduce your skin to retinol, Medik8's Crystal Retinal range slowly introduces the ingredient to your skin and allows you to build strength to see continuous results. I'm addicted to this product as it allows me to see changes in my skin and helps improve texture and radiance without causing any irritation. Once your skin has adapted to retinal, gradual through the range and up the strength to continue to see results.
Georgia Scott is a beauty product writer for Bauer Media, writing for Grazia. Georgia specialises in beauty writing and spends her days hunting for the latest trending beauty products to get her hands on and review.
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