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Medik8 Advanced Night Restore

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Medik8

Advanced Night Restore

moisturizer · 12.5 ml · Skincare

Medik8 Advanced Night Restore is free of fragrance, drying alcohol, sulfates, parabens and MI / MCI, going by its full 58-ingredient list, with ceramides, glycerin and vitamin c. List checked November 5, 2026.

The catch: it contains essential oils (Rosmarinus Officinalis (Rosemary) Leaf Oil, Citrus Aurantium Amara Flower Oil), labelled fragrance allergens (Benzyl Alcohol, Geraniol) and silicones (Dimethicone).

  • Fragrance-free
  • Contains essential oils
  • Contains labelled fragrance allergens
  • No drying alcohol
  • Sulfate-free
  • Contains silicones
  • Paraben-free
  • No MI/MCI

Listed on Amazon in: United Kingdom

Key ingredients in Advanced Night Restore

  • Ceramides

    Skin-identical lipids that help hold the skin barrier together.

  • Glycerin

    A classic humectant that keeps skin hydrated.

  • Vitamin C

    An antioxidant that brightens and evens tone.

  • Squalane

    A light, skin-compatible emollient.

  • Peptides

    Signal ingredients used in firming and anti-ageing formulas.

  • Dimethicone

    A skin protectant that forms a breathable barrier.

  • Vitamin E

    An antioxidant that protects the formula and the skin.

Full ingredient list, decoded

58 ingredients, in label order (highest amount first; below about 1% the order is free).

  1. 1Aqua (Water)Aqua is the INCI name for water, the main base of many creams, lotions and cleansers…
  2. 2SqualaneSqualane is a light, oil-like ingredient that softens skin and helps it hold moisture.…
  3. 3Caprylic/Capric TriglycerideA light, plant-derived oil made from coconut or palm kernel fatty acids and glycerin.…
  4. 4DimethiconeDimethicone is a silicone, a light, water-resistant oil that forms a smooth, breathable…Silicones
  5. 5GlycerinGlycerin is a clear, thick, odorless liquid that pulls water into the skin and helps…
  6. 6Stearic AcidStearic acid is a solid, waxy fatty acid that comes from animal and plant fats. It…
  7. 7Phytosterols
  8. 8Propylene GlycolPropylene Glycol is a colorless, slightly syrupy liquid that attracts water and is…
  9. 9C12-16 Alcohols
  10. 10Sodium Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer
  11. 11Cetearyl AlcoholA waxy fatty alcohol blend that thickens formulas and helps oil and water mix into…
  12. 12Palmitic AcidPalmitic Acid is a natural fatty acid found in palm oil, shea butter and animal fats.…
  13. 13Ceramide NPCeramide NP is a skin-identical lipid, a fat naturally found in the outer skin layer.…
  14. 14Cetearyl Olivate
  15. 15Linoleic Acid
  16. 16Behenyl AlcoholBehenyl alcohol is a long-chain fatty alcohol, a waxy solid that softens skin and hair…
  17. 17Hydrogenated LecithinHydrogenated Lecithin is a plant-derived, fat-like mixture that helps oil and water…
  18. 18Tocopheryl AcetateTocopheryl Acetate is a stable form of vitamin E. Its main job is to act as an…
  19. 19Sorbitan OlivateSorbitan Olivate is a plant-derived emulsifier made from sorbitol and olive oil fatty…
  20. 20PhenoxyethanolA synthetic preservative that helps stop bacteria, yeast and mold from growing in…
  21. 21Benzyl AlcoholBenzyl Alcohol is a clear, mild liquid that works as a preservative. It helps stop…Labelled fragrance allergens
  22. 22Amelanchier Alnifolia (Saskatoon) Fruit Extract
  23. 23EthylhexylglycerinEthylhexylglycerin is a lab-made, skin-friendly ingredient that boosts the power of…
  24. 24Acetyl Glucosamine
  25. 25Citric AcidCitric acid is a mild, naturally occurring acid found in citrus fruit. In skincare and…
  26. 26SorbitolSorbitol is a sugar-like alcohol that works mainly as a humectant, drawing water into a…
  27. 27Rosmarinus Officinalis (Rosemary) Leaf OilEssential oils
  28. 28Citrus Aurantium Amara Flower OilEssential oils
  29. 29Lavandula Angustifolia (Lavender) Herb OilEssential oils
  30. 30Citrus Aurantium Dulcis (Orange) Peel OilOrange Peel Oil is a fragrant oil pressed from the peel of sweet oranges. It mainly…Essential oils
  31. 31Hylocereus Undatus (Dragon Fruit) Fruit Extract
  32. 32Dehydroacetic AcidDehydroacetic Acid is a synthetic preservative that helps keep water-based products…
  33. 33Tremella Fuciformis (Snow Mushroom) Extract
  34. 34Sodium Lauroyl LactylateA mild emulsifier and surfactant made from lauric acid and lactic acid. It helps oil…
  35. 35Anthemis Nobilis (Chamomile) Flower OilEssential oils
  36. 36Pogostemon Cablin (Patchouli) Leaf OilEssential oils
  37. 37Vetiveria Zizanoides (Vetiver) Root OilEssential oils
  38. 38Ascorbic AcidAscorbic Acid is a form of vitamin C used as an antioxidant that helps brighten and…
  39. 39Disodium EDTADisodium EDTA is a salt of ethylenediamine tetraacetic acid, a chelating agent that…
  40. 40Ceramide APCeramide AP is a skin-identical lipid, a type of ceramide, whose main job is to help…
  41. 41Ceteareth-25
  42. 42PhytosphingosinePhytosphingosine is a skin-identical building block for ceramides, the lipids that help…
  43. 43CholesterolCholesterol is a waxy, fat-like molecule that skin makes naturally, and in skincare it…
  44. 44Xanthan GumXanthan Gum is a thickener and stabilizer made by fermenting sugar with a bacterium. It…
  45. 45CarbomerA synthetic polymer made from acrylic acid that thickens water-based products and keeps…
  46. 46Cetyl AlcoholCetyl Alcohol is a waxy fatty alcohol that softens skin and helps creams and lotions…
  47. 47Behenic Acid
  48. 48Ceramide NS
  49. 49Ferric Hexapeptide-35
  50. 50Ceramide EOPCeramide EOP is a skin-identical lipid, a fat that is naturally part of the outer layer…
  51. 51Ceramide EOS
  52. 52Caprooyl Phytosphingosine
  53. 53Caprooyl Sphingosine
  54. 54Ascorbyl PalmitateA fat-soluble form of vitamin C that acts as an antioxidant and is used to brighten and…
  55. 55TocopherolTocopherol is vitamin E, a fat-soluble antioxidant. Its main job is to slow the…
  56. 56GeraniolGeraniol is a fragrance molecule found naturally in plants like roses and geraniums. It…Labelled fragrance allergens
  57. 57LimoneneLimonene is a natural scent molecule found in citrus peel oils. It gives products a…Labelled fragrance allergens
  58. 58LinaloolLinalool is a fragrance compound found naturally in flowers and herbs, and in skincare…Labelled fragrance allergens

Source: Medik8 product page, eu.medik8.com/products/advanced-night-restore, retrieved November 5, 2026.

Every flag we check

CheckResultIngredients found
FragranceNone listed—
Essential oilsContainsRosmarinus Officinalis (Rosemary) Leaf Oil (#27), Citrus Aurantium Amara Flower Oil (#28), Lavandula Angustifolia (Lavender) Herb Oil (#29), Citrus Aurantium Dulcis (Orange) Peel Oil (#30), Anthemis Nobilis (Chamomile) Flower Oil (#35), Pogostemon Cablin (Patchouli) Leaf Oil (#36), Vetiveria Zizanoides (Vetiver) Root Oil (#37)
Labelled fragrance allergensContainsBenzyl Alcohol (#21), Geraniol (#56), Limonene (#57), Linalool (#58)
Drying alcoholNone listed—
SulfatesNone listed—
SiliconesContainsDimethicone (#4)
ParabensNone listed—
MI / MCINone listed—
Formaldehyde releasersNone listed—
Mineral oil & petrolatumNone listed—
LanolinNone listed—
Chemical UV filtersNone listed—

Frequently asked questions

Is Medik8 Advanced Night Restore fragrance-free?

Yes. Medik8 Advanced Night Restore lists no parfum or fragrance, but it does contain essential oils (Rosmarinus Officinalis (Rosemary) Leaf Oil, Citrus Aurantium Amara Flower Oil, Lavandula Angustifolia (Lavender) Herb Oil, Citrus Aurantium Dulcis (Orange) Peel Oil, Anthemis Nobilis (Chamomile) Flower Oil, Pogostemon Cablin (Patchouli) Leaf Oil, Vetiveria Zizanoides (Vetiver) Root Oil). Checked against its full ingredient list on November 5, 2026.

Does Medik8 Advanced Night Restore contain silicones, sulfates or parabens?

Silicones: yes (Dimethicone). Sulfates: none listed. Parabens: none listed.

What is Medik8 Advanced Night Restore good for?

By its ingredient list it fits mi allergy, acne-prone skin, psoriasis and pregnancy: it passes every free-from rule we set for those needs. Key ingredients: Ceramides, Glycerin, Vitamin C and Squalane.

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