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Medik8 Crystal retinal 6

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Medik8

Crystal retinal 6

retinol serum · 30 ml · Skincare

Medik8 Crystal retinal 6 is free of fragrance, essential oils, drying alcohol, sulfates, silicones, parabens and MI / MCI, going by its full 47-ingredient list, with hyaluronic acid, glycerin and retinoids. List checked November 5, 2026.

The catch: it contains labelled fragrance allergens (Coumarin).

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

Listed on Amazon in: United Kingdom

Key ingredients in Crystal retinal 6

  • Hyaluronic acid

    A humectant that pulls water into the top layer of skin.

  • Glycerin

    A classic humectant that keeps skin hydrated.

  • Retinoids

    Vitamin A forms that speed cell turnover for lines, texture and breakouts.

  • Vitamin C

    An antioxidant that brightens and evens tone.

  • Squalane

    A light, skin-compatible emollient.

  • Titanium dioxide

    A mineral UV filter.

  • Climbazole

    An antifungal anti-dandruff active.

  • Vitamin E

    An antioxidant that protects the formula and the skin.

Full ingredient list, decoded

47 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. 2Caprylic/Capric TriglycerideA light, plant-derived oil made from coconut or palm kernel fatty acids and glycerin.…
  3. 3GlycerinGlycerin is a clear, thick, odorless liquid that pulls water into the skin and helps…
  4. 4IsododecaneIsododecane is a light, branched oil made only of carbon and hydrogen, mainly used as a…
  5. 5Cetearyl Olivate
  6. 6Sodium Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer
  7. 7Cetearyl AlcoholA waxy fatty alcohol blend that thickens formulas and helps oil and water mix into…
  8. 8PPG-12/SMDI Copolymer
  9. 9Sorbitan OlivateSorbitan Olivate is a plant-derived emulsifier made from sorbitol and olive oil fatty…
  10. 10Tocopheryl AcetateTocopheryl Acetate is a stable form of vitamin E. Its main job is to act as an…
  11. 11Titanium DioxideTitanium dioxide is a white mineral powder that scatters ultraviolet light, serving…
  12. 12Eclipta Prostrata Extract
  13. 13Cyclodextrin
  14. 14SqualaneSqualane is a light, oil-like ingredient that softens skin and helps it hold moisture.…
  15. 15Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer
  16. 16PhenoxyethanolA synthetic preservative that helps stop bacteria, yeast and mold from growing in…
  17. 17Melia Azadirachta Leaf Extract
  18. 18Hydroxypropyl MethylcelluloseA plant-derived cellulose that has been modified to dissolve in water. It mainly…
  19. 19Sodium HyaluronateHyaluronic acid is a sugar-based molecule, naturally found in skin, that holds a lot of…
  20. 20Tetrahexyldecyl Ascorbate
  21. 21Rubus Chamaemorus (Cloudberry) Seed Oil
  22. 22AluminaAlumina is aluminum oxide, a fine mineral-based powder made from aluminum and oxygen.…
  23. 23Isostearic Acid
  24. 24LecithinLecithin is a natural mix of fatty substances called phospholipids, taken from plant or…
  25. 25Polyglyceryl-3 Polyricinoleate
  26. 26Polyhydroxystearic AcidPolyhydroxystearic Acid is a fatty-acid-based polymer made from castor-oil-derived…
  27. 27Stearic AcidStearic acid is a solid, waxy fatty acid that comes from animal and plant fats. It…
  28. 28Pentylene GlycolPentylene Glycol is a small, multi-tasking liquid that attracts water to the skin and…
  29. 29Retinal
  30. 30Moringa Oleifera Seed Oil
  31. 31Sodium Polyaspartate
  32. 32Climbazole
  33. 33Disodium EDTADisodium EDTA is a salt of ethylenediamine tetraacetic acid, a chelating agent that…
  34. 34Lonicera Japonica (Honeysuckle) Flower Extract
  35. 35Lonicera Caprifolium (Honeysuckle) Flower Extract
  36. 36Daucus Carota Sativa (Carrot) Seed Oil
  37. 37EthylhexylglycerinEthylhexylglycerin is a lab-made, skin-friendly ingredient that boosts the power of…
  38. 383-O-Ethyl Ascorbic Acid
  39. 39Dipteryx Odorata (Tonka) Bean Extract
  40. 40HydroxyacetophenoneHydroxyacetophenone is a preservative-support ingredient that helps protect a formula…
  41. 41Polysorbate 60Polysorbate 60 is a mild, water-loving emulsifier made from sorbitol, ethylene oxide…
  42. 42Sorbitan IsostearateSorbitan Isostearate is a common emulsifier made by joining sorbitol with isostearic…
  43. 43Vanilla Planifolia (Vanilla) Fruit Extract
  44. 44Decylene Glycol
  45. 451,2-Hexanediol1,2-Hexanediol is a small, clear liquid that acts as a solvent, a humectant and a…
  46. 46BHTBHT is a synthetic antioxidant that slows down oxidation, the process that makes oils…
  47. 47CoumarinCoumarin is a naturally occurring aromatic compound with a sweet, hay-like scent, used…Labelled fragrance allergens

Source: Medik8 product page, eu.medik8.com/products/crystal-retinal%C2%AE, retrieved November 5, 2026.

Every flag we check

CheckResultIngredients found
FragranceNone listed—
Essential oilsNone listed—
Labelled fragrance allergensContainsCoumarin (#47)
Drying alcoholNone listed—
SulfatesNone listed—
SiliconesNone listed—
ParabensNone listed—
MI / MCINone listed—
Formaldehyde releasersNone listed—
Mineral oil & petrolatumNone listed—
LanolinNone listed—
Chemical UV filtersNone listed—

Frequently asked questions

Is Medik8 Crystal retinal 6 fragrance-free?

Yes. Medik8 Crystal retinal 6 lists no parfum or fragrance and no essential oils. Checked against its full ingredient list on November 5, 2026.

Does Medik8 Crystal retinal 6 contain silicones, sulfates or parabens?

Silicones: none listed. Sulfates: none listed. Parabens: none listed.

What is Medik8 Crystal retinal 6 good for?

By its ingredient list it fits sensitive skin, mi allergy, rosacea-prone skin and redness-prone skin: it passes every free-from rule we set for those needs. Key ingredients: Hyaluronic acid, Glycerin, Retinoids and Vitamin C.

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