Medik8 introduces the Crystal Retinal Age-Defying Facial: the most advanced professional age-defying treatment to date, developed by the true experts in vitamin A. This facial combines the groundbreaking science of Medik8 with the power of clinical customization, bringing the laboratory experience into the treatment room for unparalleled, transformative results in just one hour. We tried it out and experienced the WOW factor!
The Crystal Retinal Age-Defying Facial
Step 1: Cleansing of the Face
The treatment begins with a facial cleanse using a micellair cleansing foam, followed by a second cleanse with the Surface Radiance Cleanse:
“The Surface Radiance Cleanse is actually linked to this protocol to perform the treatment. But it’s also a cleanser you can buy separately. It is usually used for an oily or combination skin.” – Skrolan Mathys, business owner of Maison moiSelle in Gingelom and a dedicated Medik8 beautician.
Step 2: Enzymatic Peel
After step 1, an enzymatic peel is applied. This may cause a tingling sensation, as it is fused with forest berries. But it is never unpleasant or uncomfortable.
Step 3: Personalized Face Mask
After the gentle tingling of the enzymatic peel, it’s time for the next step: a personalized face mask tailored to your skin’s unique needs. Skrolan adds a certain amount of retinal drops to the activation mask, depending on the skin’s current needs and whether the skin is already accustomed to retinal. Since we have sensitive skin that is not yet used to retinol, she opts for the minimum of 4 drops.
She also adds 1 scoop of vitamin C to the activating mask. The mixture she applies to our face not only smells delightfully fruity, but the texture is truly divine.
“You always need an activating mask so the other ingredients can be absorbed into the skin perfectly. Then you have vitamin A from the Crystal Retinal that we add, unless you are pregnant, then we use vitamin E. I’m also going to apply the nourishing serum. And then we can work with the ascorbic powder. That’s for brightening: it’s against pigmentation and it brings back some glow. If you have a lot of blackheads and impurities, then we can also add the charcoal mask.” – Skrolan Mathys, business owner of Maison moiSelle.
Step 4: Face Massage
The face mask is followed by a soothing 15-minute massage. Skrolan truly has golden hands, and we can feel how she tries to lift our face using upward movements.
Step 5: Final Touches
After the Hydra B5 hydration serum, she applies the Liquid Peptide Anti-Aging Serum with a plumping effect. This one does feel a bit sticky though.
She finishes with the Daily Radiance Vitamin C SPF 30, so we are protected and ready to resume our activities.
What Makes It Unique?
The Crystal Retinal Age-Defying Facial targets wrinkles, firms the skin, and delivers a radiant glow in record time.
Powered by a new, supercharged Crystal Retinal concentrate—customized in dosage for each individual skin—it is blended into the hydrating Activating Mask for maximum efficacy.
The combination of retinal (vitamin A) and the Activating Mask is specially designed to renew, energize, visibly smooth, plump the skin, and reduce fine lines and wrinkles. This is paired with the new, strengthening Crystal Retinal Signature Massage to enhance absorption of the retinal.
The treatment is completed with a tailored boost, depending on your skin’s needs:
- A measured dose of pure ascorbic acid to brighten and tackle age spots
- Or Charcoal Powder to clarify and help prevent pore congestion
Who Is It For?
Anyone looking to address anti-aging, hyperpigmentation, and hydration concerns.
The Results
Expect visibly smoother, clearer skin with a glass-like finish—lifted and radiant.
Treatment Duration
60 minutes.
Recovery Time
None.
At-Home Aftercare
Continue with Medik8 Crystal Retinal and the CSA philosophy: Vitamin C in the morning, SPF during the day, and vitamin A at night.
Price
Recommended price: €95 to €110, depending on the clinic.
