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Daily Record
2 days ago
- Health
- Daily Record
Medik8 20% off sale includes 'Botox in a bottle' anti-ageing serum
'People ask if I've had Botox or fillers, and I say no, it's the amazing products of Medik8' Medik8 has carved out a reputation for its effective, high-performance skincare, winning over beauty editors, skincare professionals and fans alike. But while the products pack a punch, they can also come with a price tag, with some of its bestselling formulas reaching up to £99 a bottle. So I was pleased to spot a rare 20% off sale across the site, including one of its most buzzed-about serums: the Liquid Peptides Advanced MP, which is now £63.20 down from £79. Described as 'Botox in a bottle' by shoppers, it's clinically proven to lessen the appearance of expression lines in 10 minutes and deep-set wrinkles within eight weeks. The brand claims that the multi-peptide complex provides a 'filler-like effect' while also supporting long-term collagen production. Judging by the reviews, it's clearly working - the product has racked up an impressive 4.9-star rating with shoppers. One reviewer said: "Using it morning and night, my skin looks and feels nourished, plumper and smoother. Using Medik8 products has significantly improved my skin. People ask if I've had Botox or fillers, and I say no, it's the amazing products of Medik8." Another chimed in: "This product is unbelievably effective. Almost overnight, my wrinkles smoothed out and my skin had an amazing glow, never before achieved with a topical product. I am now about a quarter through my first bottle, and I can honestly say the difference is remarkable." However, someone else said: "Too runny, and no noticeable improvement. Nothing special." For those curious about peptides but want to explore other options, there are several highly rated alternatives available. The Ordinary's Multi-Peptide + HA Serum (£15.90) is a budget-friendly favourite that combines peptides with hydrating hyaluronic acid. Otherwise, Paula's Choice Pro-Collagen Multi-Peptide Booster (£46.40, originally £58) is a silky booster that can be mixed into moisturiser or used alone to improve firmness and fine lines. It has been clinically proven to visibly smooth lines in 15 minutes and visibly firm, plump, and reduce wrinkles in a month. Back to the Medik8 sale, another standout is my personal favourite: C-Tetra Luxe, down to £47.20 from £59. This vitamin C serum is a staple in my morning routine thanks to its fast-absorbing texture and visible brightening effects. Medik8 uses a stabilised form of vitamin C called tetrahexyldecyl ascorbate, which they claim delivers visible radiance after just one use. It also has a strong 4.9-star rating, proving its effectiveness. A shopper wrote: "Amazing results. My skin feels refreshed, I use this every morning and it has improved the dark marks on my skin and made my skin look more even toned, and it has improved the brightness of my skin." Someone else left a mixed review, noting: "I love this product. It makes my skin look bright and firm. However, this serum is quite oily for my combined skin type, so I use 2-3 drops only during the cold season." Someone else added: "Love this stuff. It's been a game-changer for my skin. It is oily when first applied, but is quickly absorbed, leaving skin glowing and not greasy at all. Had little dry patches and this has sorted that as well as added a brightness to new skin. And it smells gorgeous."
Daily Mirror
6 days ago
- Health
- Daily Mirror
‘Works like magic' line-smoothing face mask duo that ‘plumps wrinkles overnight'
I first heard about the incredible results of the overnight face mask set a few years ago from a fellow beauty editor – and shoppers also can't get enough of it A couple of key things influence me when thinking about buying beauty products: trusted reviews from friends, family or experts, and impressive before-and-after photos, especially when taken under clinical conditions. And that's exactly what I found with this line-smoothing overnight face mask duo. A former beauty colleague of mine – who certainly knows her skincare – once raved about how much she rated Medik8's H.E.O. Mask Optimal Ratio Moisturisation Two-Step Overnight Mask for the incredible effect it had on her skin in the morning. I've always remembered this, and recently came across it again while browsing the Medik8 website – and was also wowed by some of the customer reviews and before-and-after photos. This deeply hydrating two-step mask set, £60, is designed to be used as the last step in your evening skincare routine, and consists of a gel-textured mask, which you leave on to sink in, and and creamy one, which you then apply afterwards; both should be left on overnight, and a little goes a long way. The result come morning is 72 hours of hydration and moisture retention, plumper looking skin, and a visible reduction in fine lines, crepiness and flakiness. And the hundreds of shopper reviews seem to back this up, with almost all of them five-star ratings. One comment titled 'Works like magic' goes on to read: "Super-moisturising! I am really sad that I didn't find it earlier. You can really see the difference overnight, the skin is smooth and it looks younger as well because it is really moisturised, it gives better results than the night cream, and I am tempted to use it every day though it says that the product should only be used a couple of times a week. Must have for a dry skin with wrinkles!" "It feels luxurious on the skin and even plumps up wrinkles overnight," another fan agreed. "It's like a spa treatment at home!" A third long-time Medik8 fan wrote: "As with all the Medik8 products I've tried, this mask has done wonders for my skin. It plumps up and softens fine lines and wrinkles overnight so that now the experience of looking in the mirror first thing is a much happier one!" If you're looking to add a few more wrinkle-busting Medik8 products to your basket while you're browsing, the new Liquid Peptides Advanced MP serum, £79, has proven to be a huge hit since it launched earlier this year. You can read my full review here. And for masks that temporarily hydrate and cost a little less, you can't beat a sheet mask. These Biodance Bio Collagen-Real Deep Masks, £14.90 for four, are going viral at the moment, while Garnier does a great selection for just a few quid.
Daily Mirror
12-05-2025
- Health
- Daily Mirror
Eye cream that makes skin ‘less puffy and wrinkled' has 20% off
Using one of the best eye creams can be an effective way to diminish signs of ageing, and shoppers think they've found a gentle yet effective formula for reduces bags and fine lines On the lookout for a new eye cream? Next on our list to try is Facetheory's Peptide Firming Eye Cream for its effective ingredients and impressive customer reviews (almost all five star!) – especially now that it's currently included in a huge 20% off sale. For a limited time only Facetheory is taking 20% off almost everything on its website, including this eye cream as well as bestselling serums, moisturisers and cleansers. This means that this anti-ageing eye formula is now £24.80 instead of its usual £31 – and judging by some of the dozens of five-star reviews, we'd say this was one you won't want to miss. The key anti-ageing ingredients in this eye cream are peptides, currently trending in skincare at the moment thanks to smash hit launched such as Medik8's Liquid Peptides Advanced MP. In this Facetheory eye cream they're combined with vitamin C and botanicals to boost elasticity, smooth fine lines, brighten dark circles and deliver long-lasting hydration. Impressively, out of the 212 reviews that Peptide Firming Eye Cream has accumulated, most of them are five-star ones, with customers praising the results it gives on fine lines and sagging ski n. "Excellent so far, I can definitely feel the area around my eyes more firm," one shopper wrote. "I really like this cream. One of the best I tried. I use it at night and my eyes look really good by morning, less puffy and less wrinkled (I am 57 - I don't expect miracles from a cream!)," another rave review reads. "Amazing product! From the first application, it has really helped reduce puffiness under my eyes and blur fine lines, plus my concealer glides on and doesn't cake. Even my husband noticed something 'better' about my appearance which is an absolute miracle from someone who can't see the ketchup even when it's right in his eyeline (IYKYK). It's worth 5 stars just for that," a third person joked. The only minor niggle that a few people had was with the packaging, with one person saying, "My only complaint is with any of the products using the metal/foil tube is that they explode every time they're opened and a bunch of product is wasted," yet so far they are " pleased with the outcome" of using the product. If you feel like you too might find this tube annoying and would prefer a pot, consider Kiehl's Creamy Eye Treatment with Avocado, currently reduced from £30 to £24 and great for dry or sensitive skin. Meanwhile a cheaper alternative is The Ordinary's Multi-Peptide Eye Serum, which costs £19.90.
News.com.au
23-04-2025
- Health
- News.com.au
10 Best Peptide Serums to Help Improve Your Skin in 2025
We've discovered the Hailey Bieber approved beauty hack that's designed to give you bouncy skin. These products are hand-picked by our team to help make shopping easier. We may receive payments from third parties for sharing this content and when you purchase through links in this article. Product prices and offer details are not assured, and should be confirmed independently with the retailer. Learn more While we can all agree ageing is a privilege, there are some mornings where we want our skin to look just that little bit more plump and bouncy. Enter a peptide serum. The latest craze in the beauty world by storm, peptides are short chains of amino acids that are commonly used to support the function of your skin barrier and increase overall hydration. 'Think of them as the building blocks of proteins like collagen and elastin, which are essential for firm, youthful-looking skin,' says Daniel Isaacs, Chief Product Officer at Medik8. Even Hailey Bieber is a fan. 'I really, really love peptides for the skin, I think that it's one of the best ingredients to use', she told Glamour. So much so, that she created the TikTok-viral Rhode Skin Peptide Glazing Fluid. While we can't get our hands on it in Australia just yet, here are some more peptide serums you can use to help get Hailey's incredible skin – including one that delivers 'instant results' for plump and bouncy skin. OUR TOP PICKS Medik8 Liquid Peptides Advanced MP, $160 at Adore Beauty Medik8 Liquid Peptides Advanced MP $160 at Adore Beauty Why we love it: Offers a clinically proven formula that feels lightweight and gentle on the skin. What to consider: High price tag. Tried and Tested by Stephanie Yip, eCommerce Travel Writer As I boldly head into my 40s, wrinkles, fine lines and expression lines have begun to creep across my face at what feels like lightning speed. Yup, once you've seen them, it's hard to unsee them. So in an attempt to slow things down, I've upped my beauty routine to include Medik8's new Liquid Peptides Advanced MP. Packed with Dual Mini Proteins, this pocket rocket aims to gently relax and smooth lines within minutes, and plump up skin by boosting its collagen, elastin and hyaluronic acid levels over a few weeks. Obviously the sceptic in me took this with a grain of salt, but truly the effects were almost instantaneous and, after three weeks, my eye wrinkles have flattened out and my self confidence is through the roof. On top of the results, I love how light and fast absorbing the serum is and that it's scent free, so it works well with the rest of my skincare routine. I'm now actively using it to target a pesky frown line that's been bothering me for years and I'm confident that it'll be hardly noticeable in a few weeks. Why we love it: The lightweight and silky formula feels great on the skin. What to consider: High price tag for the little product you get. Tried and Tested by Marina Tatas, Senior Shopping Writer I've gone through a few bottles of this stuff and let me tell you, it is liquid gold. The Pro Collagen Multi Peptide Booster from Paula's Choice is one of the most hydrating, soothing and repairing serums I've ever tried. Formulated with a bunch of – you guessed it – peptides, this lightweight and silky serum works almost instantly and absorbs quickly. One thing I will say, I feel as if the dropper can be improved – the serum is almost a little too thick and can sometimes get stuck in the dropper but besides that, I am truly obsessed. Why we love it: Olay's Super Serum offers five benefits in one. What to consider: May feel too strong for super sensitive skin types. Formulation: Serum | Size: 30ml | Best for: All skin types What You Need To Know If you're looking for a multipurpose peptide serum, Olay's Super Serum is the way to go. It's packed with five potent ingredients that work hard while you sleep – peptides, niacinamide, glycerin, lactic acid and salicylic acid. Expect to see a brighter and more hydrated complexion, as it helps to diminish signs of ageing and make sure your skin look more even and balanced. With a lightweight and fast absorbing texture, this is the kind of serum you can use every night with no issue. $34 at Amazon Australia Why we love it: This a toner and serum hybrid that feels super lightweight on the skin. What to consider: Some users did not see a massive difference from using this product. Formulation: Essence | Size: 150ml | Best for: All skin types What You Need To Know The COSRX 6X Peptide Collagen Booster Toner Serum is our top pick when it comes to K-Beauty skincare. It's been named the 'best serum ever' by almost 5000 five-star reviewers on Amazon, with another happy shopper claiming it leaves their skin looking 'smooth and radiant'. Due to its hybrid formulation, its recommended to use the COSRX toner serum as the first step of your skincare routine. Packed with six peptides, this will work hard to hydrate the skin and boost the rest of the products you choose to apply over the top. It's also got niacinamide, adenosine, hyaluronic acid and allantoin to hydrate, even out your skin and overall improve the look of fine lines. Why we love it: Budget-friendly price tag. What to consider: Can sometimes be hard to get your hands on. Formulation: Serum | Size: 52ml | Best for: All skin types What You Need To Know If you're shopping on a budget, the Advanced Clinicals Peptide Serum is a winner for under $20. Featuring loads of different peptides to hydrate the skin and make it appears softer and smoother. It's also racked up over 10k five-star ratings on iHerb, with rave reviewers claiming this serum 'works wonders' for 'smooth and hydrated skin'. $29.95 at Priceline Why we love it: Low price tag and also great for sensitive skin. What to consider: Some users claim the serum can pill when used with other products. Formulation: Serum | Size: 30ml | Best for: All skin types What You Need To Know Another potent peptide serum for under $30 is this pick from BOOST LAB. Suitable for daily use and targeting visibly signs of ageing, the serum is formulated with pollustop, natural plant sugars and peptides. It's also picked up great five-star ratings on the Adore Beauty website, with happy shoppers calling it a 'hidden gem' and commenting that they 'wake up with glowing and fresh skin'. $99 at Adore Beauty Why we love it: This is a multi-tasking serum that targets multiple signs of ageing. What to consider: High price tag. Formulation: Serum | Size: 30ml | Best for: Mature skin types What You Need To Know It's formulated with a firma-peptide complex, niacinamide, panthenol, kakadu plum extract and hyaluronic acid – all working together to harmoniously to make your skin feel more hydrated and look more plump and bouncy. The ultra-lightweight texture easily absorbs into the skin, working well either morning or night. $54.10 at The Ordinary Why we love it: Great for those looking to target advanced signs of ageing. What to consider: Some users report the serum bottle leaks on them. What You Need To Know This advanced serum from The Ordinary is formulated with 1 per cent copper peptides, and these help to support the skin's natural renewal process, as well as a bunch of antioxidants to boost the look of your skin. The Ordinary Multi-Peptide + HA Serum, $52.60 at Myer The Ordinary Multi-Peptide + HA Serum $52.60 at Myer Why we love it: Perfect for those looking for a peptide serum that can also address dry skin issues. What to consider: Nothing we can fault. Formulation: Serum | Size: 60ml | Best for: Dry skin types What You Need To Know This is the kind of peptide serum that can do a bit of everything. Not only do the five peptide technologies help to make your skin look more plump, but the addition of hyaluronic acid helps to give it that bounce. It's been named a 'skincare essential' by five-star rating Myer shoppers. Why we love it: An amazing hydrating serum for oily skin types. What to consider: Some users felt it didn't make a big difference to their skin. Formulation: Serum | Size: 30ml | Best for: Oily skin types What You Need To Know While you may not suspect this hydrating peptide-filled serum to be targeted towards oily skin types, it's the addition of one ingredient that really changes the game – niacinamide. Not only does niacinamide boost skin barrier function, but it also helps to control oil and balance the skin. Pair that with hyaluronic acid and a blend of peptides, and you've got a universally hydrating serum – that's also priced at under $30. It's even racked up an impressive average rating of 4.9 out of five on the Priceline website. WHAT TO LOOK FOR WHEN BUYING A PEPTIDE SERUM When choosing peptide serums to include in our list, we evaluated several factors: Budget: You don't need to break the bank to find a potent peptide serum. We've got picks on our list for as little as $16. Skin type: Your skin type can influence the kind of peptide serum you choose to buy. If you have oily skin, avoid anything filled with heavy oils. And if you have dry skin, looking for hydrating ingredients like hyaluronic acid and glycerin. Added ingredients: While a peptide serum works great on its own, you can look for a serum with added ingredients to reap even more benefits. HOW WE CHOOSE PRODUCTS With hundreds of serums available, it's impossible to test every product out there. In our search for the best peptide serums, we read hundreds of customer reviews and looked at test results and ratings from product review sites to find the best one for you. We also spoke to Daniel Isaacs, Chief Product Officer and Founding Partner of Medik8, to figure out why our skincare routine could benefit from adding a peptide serum. FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS DO PEPTIDE SERUMS ACTUALLY WORK? Yes – like anything, if you use them consistently in your skincare routine, you'll see great results. Daniel explains, 'peptides have always been a cornerstone of this approach due to their ability to deliver transformative results while working harmoniously with the skin. They are an essential ingredient for maintaining youthful, radiant skin.' HOW LONG DOES IT TAKE TO SEE RESULTS FROM USING A PEPTIDE SERUM? 'Consistency is key with all skincare but some peptide products can help your skin start to show results with their key benefits within weeks, but long-lasting visible results will take 6-12 weeks,' Daniel shares. WHAT MAKES MEDIK8'S LIQUID PEPTIDES ADVANCED MP DIFFERENT TO OTHER PEPTIDE SERUMS ON THE MARKET? It all comes down to the formula, and that's why the Liquid Peptides Advanced MP is our top pick for peptide serums. 'Our breakthrough Dual MiniProteins are highly powerful like a peptide and potent like a protein. But the key is their shrunken size, which enables them to best penetrate the skin.' He continues, 'think of them as small, but mighty in their ability to target cells that need them most to smooth and firm the skin for rapid wrinkle reduction.' Sign up to our weekly shopping newsletter to get the best deals, tips and guides delivered straight to your inbox.
