A white bottle labeled "r-Retinoate® Day & Night Eye Serum" by Medik8 is shown with a small amount dispensed beside it, promising to reduce fine lines and wrinkles for youthful skin.
A woman uses Medik8's r-Retinoate® Day & Night Eye Serum, highlighting its benefits: it reduces fine lines and wrinkles, is 8x stronger than standard retinol, and effectively improves dark circles and puffiness.
Image of a Medik8 r-Retinoate® Day & Night Eye Serum bottle featuring encapsulated retinyl retinoate for fine lines, hesperidin for dark circles, and caffeine to reduce puffy eyes.
Three Medik8 r-Retinoate® Day & Night Eye Serum bottles rest on a reflective surface, labeled for day, night, and intense use with AM and PM icons. Infused with retinyl retinoate, they are ideal for effectively tackling fine lines and wrinkles.
For your skincare routine, use Medik8's r-Retinoate® Day & Night Eye Serum after cleansing in the morning and evening. Follow with Vitamin C + A serum, then sunscreen in the morning and a moisturizer at night to combat fine lines and wrinkles.
The r-Retinoate youth cream and Medik8's r-Retinoate® Day & Night Eye Serum feature minimalist packaging with molecular graphics. Both are infused with retinyl retinoate to target fine lines and wrinkles, promoting youthful radiance.
A white bottle labeled "r-Retinoate® Day & Night Eye Serum" by Medik8 is shown with a small amount dispensed beside it, promising to reduce fine lines and wrinkles for youthful skin.
A woman uses Medik8's r-Retinoate® Day & Night Eye Serum, highlighting its benefits: it reduces fine lines and wrinkles, is 8x stronger than standard retinol, and effectively improves dark circles and puffiness.
Image of a Medik8 r-Retinoate® Day & Night Eye Serum bottle featuring encapsulated retinyl retinoate for fine lines, hesperidin for dark circles, and caffeine to reduce puffy eyes.
Three Medik8 r-Retinoate® Day & Night Eye Serum bottles rest on a reflective surface, labeled for day, night, and intense use with AM and PM icons. Infused with retinyl retinoate, they are ideal for effectively tackling fine lines and wrinkles.
For your skincare routine, use Medik8's r-Retinoate® Day & Night Eye Serum after cleansing in the morning and evening. Follow with Vitamin C + A serum, then sunscreen in the morning and a moisturizer at night to combat fine lines and wrinkles.
The r-Retinoate youth cream and Medik8's r-Retinoate® Day & Night Eye Serum feature minimalist packaging with molecular graphics. Both are infused with retinyl retinoate to target fine lines and wrinkles, promoting youthful radiance.
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Fine lines & wrinkles

r-Retinoate® Day & Night Eye Serum

  • Brighten
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  • Smooth
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Youth Activating Cream

Dramatically fade the look of fine lines and wrinkles around the eyes with r-Retinoate Day & Night Eye Serum.

This indulgent, eye-specialist serum is powered by Medik8-exclusive encapsulated retinyl retinoate - proven to be 8x more powerful than standard retinol* in delivering age-defying benefits both day and night.

This innovative formula not only smooths the look of eye contours, but also visibly improves puffiness and dark circles while remaining gentle on the delicate under eyes. The result? A visibly brighter, smoother and more awakened eye area.

*H. Kim et al., Synthesis and in vitro biological activity of retinyl retinoate, a novel hybrid retinoid derivative, Bioorganic & Medicinal Chemistry, 2008, 15;16(12), pp 6387-93
Full Size (15ml)
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A white bottle of Medik8 r-Retinoate® Day & Night cream, containing retinyl retinoate and vitamin A, comes with a pump dispenser and is pictured next to a swirl of the anti-aging serum.
r-Retinoate® Day & Night
  • Brighten
  • |
  • Smooth
  • |
  • Revive
 Youth Activating Cream
Full Size (50ml)
Key Benefits
Dramatic Wrinkle Reduction Around The Eyes

Dramatically softens the look of eye contours while visibly refining skin texture for a more youthful appearance overall.

Multi-Action On Eye Concerns

Expertly optimised to tackle the look of under-eye dryness, puffiness and dark circles while remaining gentle on the delicate eye area.

8x Stronger Than Retinol

Medik8-exclusive encapsulated retinyl retinoate is proven to be gentle yet 8x more powerful than standard retinol* in delivering visible results.



*H. Kim et al., Synthesis and in vitro biological activity of retinyl retinoate, a novel hybrid retinoid derivative, Bioorganic & Medicinal Chemistry, 2008, 15;16(12), pp 6387-93

How to Use

How To Use

After cleansing in the morning and/or evening, apply r-Retinoate Day & Night Eye Serum around the eye area - avoiding the eyelids.

NOTE

You should always use a sunscreen the morning after using vitamin A.

Guide to Layering
Step 1: Cleanse
A bottle of Lipid-Balance Cleansing Oil™ by Medik8, surrounded by oil droplets. The 140ml (4.7 fl. oz) bottle with a pump features innovative anti-pollution technology, effortlessly removing makeup while nourishing your skin.
Morning
Evening
Lipid-Balance Cleansing Oil™
Full Size (140ml)
Step 2: Double Cleanse
A white bottle of Medik8
Morning
Evening
Micellar Mousse™
Full Size (150ml)
Step 3: Target
A white bottle labeled "r-Retinoate® Day & Night Eye Serum" by Medik8 is shown with a small amount dispensed beside it, promising to reduce fine lines and wrinkles for youthful skin.
Morning
Evening
r-Retinoate® Day & Night Eye Serum
Full Size (15ml)
Step 4: Target
A white bottle of Medik8 r-Retinoate® Day & Night cream, containing retinyl retinoate and vitamin A, comes with a pump dispenser and is pictured next to a swirl of the anti-aging serum.
Morning
Evening
r-Retinoate® Day & Night
Full Size (50ml)
Key Ingredients
Encapsulated Retinyl Retinoate

Patented and exclusive to Medik8, this unique vitamin A molecule is the breakthrough result of 8 years of expert research. Retinyl retinoate is proven to be 8x more powerful than classic retinol* in delivering astonishing age-defying results.

*H. Kim et al., Synthesis and in vitro biological activity of retinyl retinoate, a novel hybrid retinoid derivative, Bioorganic & Medicinal Chemistry, 2008, 15;16(12), pp 6387-93

Hesperidin

Found naturally in citrus fruits, hesperidin (pronounced hes-per-eye-din) improves blood circulation to tackle the look of dark circles and promote a brighter-looking eye area.

Caffeine

Helps to reduce the size of blood vessels which contribute to puffy, tired-looking eyes.

Multi-Weight Hyaluronic Acid

With a unique ability to attract and retain more than 1,000 times its own weight in water, hyaluronic acid draws moisture from the lower layers of the skin into the upper layers. This leaves the complexion visibly nourished and supple.

Caffeine

Helps to reduce the size of blood vessels which contribute to puffy, tired-looking eyes.

Multi-Weight Hyaluronic Acid

With a unique ability to attract and retain more than 1,000 times its own weight in water, hyaluronic acid draws moisture from the lower layers of the skin into the upper layers. This leaves the complexion visibly nourished and supple.

Glycerin

A natural humectant which traps moisture within the skin to leave it hydrated and comfortable.

Full List of Ingredients
r-Retinoate® Day & Night Eye Serum
Youth Activating Cream

Aqua (Water), Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Isododecane, Cetearyl Alcohol, Glycerin, Cetearyl Olivate, Sodium Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer, Butylene Glycol, Polylactic Acid, 1,2-Hexanediol, Sorbitan Olivate, Squalane, Sodium Hyaluronate, Caffeine, Cholesteryl Nonanoate, Retinyl Retinoate, Hydrolyzed Glycosaminoglycans, Illicium Verum Fruit Extract, Tetrahexyldecyl Ascorbate, Tocopheryl Acetate, Caprylhydroxamic Acid, Canola Oil, Glucosyl Hesperidin, Scutellaria Baicalensis Root Extract, Disodium EDTA, Vanilla Planifolia (Vanilla) Fruit Extract, Citric Acid, Theobromine.

*Although we try our best to ensure this list of ingredients is accurate there may be product upgrades from time to time, or slight variants between different regions based on local laws, meaning the only definitive ingredient list is that which is printed on the product packaging.
  • Fragrance free
  • No synthetic colours
  • Alcohol free
Experts Recommended

The best eye serum I've ever used. Excellent results!

LIANE H
Verified Medik8 Customer

The ultimate powerhouse for eyes!

KATIE THOMAS
Senior Beauty Editor - Marie Claire UK

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Frequently Asked Questions

Do I apply r-Retinoate Day & Night Eye Serum before or after r-Retinoate Day & Night face serum?
After cleansing in the morning and/or evening, apply r-Retinoate Day & Night Eye Serum first, followed by r-Retinoate Day & Night.
Should I apply a moisturiser on top of r-Retinoate Day & Night Eye Serum?
You can certainly apply a moisturiser on top of r-Retinoate Day & Night Eye Serum for maximum nourishment of the delicate eye area. We recommend Advanced Night Eye.
How and when should I apply r-Retinoate Day & Night Eye Serum?
You should apply r-Retinoate Day & Night Eye Serum after cleansing in the morning and/or evening. Gently apply around the eye area - avoiding the eyelids. Remember to use a sunscreen the morning after using vitamin A.
Can I use r-Retinoate Day & Night Eye Serum if I'm pregnant or breastfeeding?
As a cosmetics company, we are unable to provide product advice in relation to medical conditions such as pregnancy or breastfeeding. We strongly recommend discussing the ingredients with your GP or midwife before use. We do, however, generally recommend avoiding vitamin A use while pregnant or breastfeeding.
r-Retinoate® Day & Night Eye Serum
Full Size (15ml)
Full Size (15ml)