This serum is my secret to a natural glow – how one Medik8 product changed my skincare routine

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If you had looked at my skin three years ago, you would have been shocked, but one product from skincare brand Medik8 changed everything.

I used to suffer from acne, congestion and oily skin, but my skin still looked dull and gray, so I started experimenting with vitamin C serums.

They’ve gained huge popularity over the last few years for their glow-boosting abilities, but I was skeptical. Having failed to achieve my glow using some of the big name brands, I decided to go with the more expensive skincare options on the shelf.

Enter Medik8’s C-Tetra Luxe Serum. This powerful antioxidant works like a shot of espresso in the morning, leaving your skin feeling revitalized and energized.

Containing 14% tetrahexyldecyl ascorbate, a powerful form of vitamin C, and twice the amount of the original Medik8 C-Tetra Serum, it delivers a burst of antioxidants to your skin – do you know what superfoods like blueberries contain?

Antioxidants brighten your complexion, but that’s not all. Consultant dermatologist Dr Derrick Phillips explains: “Antioxidants help protect your skin from environmental aggressors such as pollution, which is especially important if you work in the city.”

What makes this serum superior to others is its ability to reduce dark spots of pigmentation on the skin. Over time, small dark spots appear on adult skin, and the lack of SPF only makes the situation worse.

I hate to admit it, but I used to avoid sunscreen because old-fashioned formulas left me with spots, but it also worsened my pigmentation.

Now, after years of wearing Medik8 C-Tetra Luxe serum (and SPF of course) daily, I can honestly say that my pigmentation has faded to the point where it is barely noticeable.

This was such a simple addition to my skincare regimen. I expected that I would have to go all out on my skin to see any signs of improvement, but all it takes is applying 3-5 drops of the clear serum to clean, dry skin every morning and then applying the rest. means. normal skin care steps.

What I like about it is the texture. It’s not sticky, oily or greasy, but provides an extra layer of light hydration. In fact, it’s so good that my mom uses it and loves it too!

I have to say that as a beauty lover, if anyone asks me for advice, the first thing I would ask them is if they use vitamin C serum, and if not, why the hell not? This is such a simple step to add to your routine, it takes 3 seconds and wow what an impact it has.

The only thing that might be a little confusing is the price. At £59 for 30ml it’s not exactly affordable and there are of course cheaper alternatives but this one is worth spending a little more in my opinion.

Medik8 is a brand that consistently produces viral products, including the beloved Crystal Retinal, and is a name trusted by dermatologists, one of them is Dr. Gabriella F. Vasile: “C-Tetra Luxe is my Medik8 Vitamin C. choice for all skin types. Powerful yet non-irritating, it significantly reduces the appearance of dark spots and wrinkles in weeks, while enhancing your skin’s radiance.”

This serum has also received a huge number of 5* reviews. One reviewer said, “You only need a small amount of this serum. My skin always feels great and looks radiant afterwards!”

And another said: “My Holy Grail product. Upgraded to C-Tetra Luxe from its more than brilliant sister; S-tetra. Continues as in a dream, no sensitivity. My complexion has definitely brightened up too.”

But with all that said, just one question remains: will you be adding a vitamin C serum to your skincare routine, and if so, will it be the brilliant Medik8 C-Tetra Luxe? I hope so.

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