Sleep Glycolic

exfoliant · 30 ml · Skincare

Medik8 Sleep Glycolic is free of fragrance, essential oils, labelled fragrance allergens, drying alcohol, sulfates, parabens and MI / MCI, going by its full 17-ingredient list, with glycerin, glycolic acid and dimethicone. List checked November 5, 2026.

The catch: it contains silicones (Dimethicone).

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

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Key ingredients in Sleep Glycolic

Glycerin
A classic humectant that keeps skin hydrated.
Glycolic acid (AHA)
A small-molecule exfoliant for dullness and texture.
Dimethicone
A skin protectant that forms a breathable barrier.

Full ingredient list, decoded

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

1Aqua (Water)Aqua is the INCI name for water, the main base of many creams, lotions and cleansers…
2Glycolic Acid
3Cyclodextrin
4Caprylic/Capric TriglycerideA light, plant-derived oil made from coconut or palm kernel fatty acids and glycerin.…
5DimethiconeDimethicone is a silicone, a light, water-resistant oil that forms a smooth, breathable…Silicones
6Glyceryl StearateGlyceryl stearate is a waxy blend of glycerin and stearic acid, a fatty acid from plant…
7Sucrose Stearate
8Sodium HydroxideSodium hydroxide is a strong alkali, also called caustic soda. In small amounts it…
9GlycerinGlycerin is a clear, thick, odorless liquid that pulls water into the skin and helps…
10PhenoxyethanolA synthetic preservative that helps stop bacteria, yeast and mold from growing in…
11Lespedeza Capitata Flower/Leaf/Stem Extract
12PropanediolPropanediol is a clear liquid that draws water toward the skin. Its jobs are as a…
13Xanthan GumXanthan Gum is a thickener and stabilizer made by fermenting sugar with a bacterium. It…
14EthylhexylglycerinEthylhexylglycerin is a lab-made, skin-friendly ingredient that boosts the power of…
15Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer
16Polysorbate 60Polysorbate 60 is a mild, water-loving emulsifier made from sorbitol, ethylene oxide…
17Sorbitan IsostearateSorbitan Isostearate is a common emulsifier made by joining sorbitol with isostearic…

Source: Medik8 product page, eu.medik8.com/products/sleep-glycolic, retrieved November 5, 2026.

Every flag we check

Check	Result	Ingredients found
Fragrance	None listed	—
Essential oils	None listed	—
Labelled fragrance allergens	None listed	—
Drying alcohol	None listed	—
Sulfates	None listed	—
Silicones	Contains	Dimethicone (#5)
Parabens	None listed	—
MI / MCI	None listed	—
Formaldehyde releasers	None listed	—
Mineral oil & petrolatum	None listed	—
Lanolin	None listed	—
Chemical UV filters	None listed	—

Frequently asked questions

Is Medik8 Sleep Glycolic fragrance-free?

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

Does Medik8 Sleep Glycolic contain silicones, sulfates or parabens?

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

What is Medik8 Sleep Glycolic good for?

By its ingredient list it fits sensitive skin, eczema-prone skin, contact dermatitis and perfume allergy: it passes every free-from rule we set for those needs. Key ingredients: Glycerin, Glycolic acid (AHA) and Dimethicone.