Medik8 advanced night restore

Ingredients overview

Label order. Colour is our internal rating: green routine, yellow restricted or worth a look, red prohibited or high-risk, grey not yet decoded.

Ingredients are listed in label order; the order reflects the label only, not exact concentrations.

1. Aqua
2. Squalane
3. Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
4. Dimethicone
5. Glycerin
6. Cholesterol
7. Stearic Acid
8. Propylene Glycol
9. C12-16 Alcohols
10. Sodium Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer
11. Cetearyl Alcohol
12. Ceramide Np
13. Ceramide Ap
14. Ceramide Eop
15. Ceramide Eos
16. Ceramide Ns
17. Hylocereus Undatus Fruit Extract
18. Palmitic Acid
19. Linoleic Acid
20. Acetyl Glucosamine
21. Amelanchier Alnifolia Fruit Extract
22. Ferric Hexapeptide-35
23. Hydrogenated Lecithin
24. Citrus Aurantium Amara Flower Oil
25. Tocopheryl Acetate
26. Cetearyl Olivate
27. Caprooyl Phytosphingosine
28. Caprooyl Sphingosine
29. Sorbitan Olivate
30. Phytosphingosine
31. Anthemis Nobilis Flower Oil
32. Benzyl Alcohol
33. Ethylhexylglycerin
34. Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Oil
35. Sorbitol
36. Tremella Fuciformis Extract
37. Dehydroacetic Acid
38. Behenyl Alcohol
39. Tocopherol
40. Vetiveria Zizanoides Root Oil
41. Behenic Acid
42. Citrus Aurantium Dulcis Peel Oil
43. Phenoxyethanol
44. Ascorbic Acid
45. Ascorbyl Palmitate
46. Lavandula Angustifolia Oil
47. Carbomer
48. Ceteareth-25
49. Cetyl Alcohol
50. Pogostemon Cablin Oil
51. Sodium Lauroyl Lactylate
52. Citric Acid
53. Xanthan Gum
54. Disodium Edta
55. Limonene
56. Linalool

Highlights

Free of parabensFree of sulfatesFree of mineral oilFree of formaldehyde releasersContains animal-derivedContains siliconesContains EU-26 allergensContains essential oilsContains fragranceContains alcohol

Formulation view Aqueous base with Squalane and Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride oil phases, containing Cholesterol and multiple Ceramides (NP, AP, EOP, EOS, NS) to mimic skin lipids. Actives include Acetyl Glucosamine, Ferric Hexapeptide-35, Ectoine, and plant extracts, plus Vitamin C. Preserved with Phenoxyethanol, Dehydroacetic Acid, and Benzyl Alcohol. Ideal for dry or barrier-compromised skin for night repair. Factory observation notes the full-spectrum ceramide blend strengthens barrier repair.

Key ingredients

SOLVENT

Aqua

SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT

SqualaneCholesterol

FRAGRANCE

Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride

ANTIFOAMING

Dimethicone

DENATURANT

Glycerin

CLEANSING

Stearic Acid

HUMECTANT

Propylene Glycol

Other ingredients

C12-16 AlcoholsSodium Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate CopolymerCetearyl AlcoholCeramide NpCeramide ApCeramide EopCeramide EosCeramide NsHylocereus Undatus Fruit ExtractPalmitic AcidLinoleic AcidAcetyl GlucosamineAmelanchier Alnifolia Fruit ExtractFerric Hexapeptide-35Hydrogenated LecithinCitrus Aurantium Amara Flower OilTocopheryl AcetateCetearyl OlivateCaprooyl PhytosphingosineCaprooyl SphingosineSorbitan OlivatePhytosphingosineAnthemis Nobilis Flower OilBenzyl AlcoholEthylhexylglycerinRosmarinus Officinalis Leaf OilSorbitolTremella Fuciformis ExtractDehydroacetic AcidBehenyl AlcoholTocopherolVetiveria Zizanoides Root OilBehenic AcidCitrus Aurantium Dulcis Peel OilPhenoxyethanolAscorbic AcidAscorbyl PalmitateLavandula Angustifolia OilCarbomerCeteareth-25Cetyl AlcoholPogostemon Cablin OilSodium Lauroyl LactylateCitric AcidXanthan GumDisodium EdtaLimoneneLinalool

Skim through

Ingredients explained

Aqua

Solvent, main base; microbial control is critical

Squalane

Emollient from plants or synthetic; light texture

Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride

Light occlusive and solvent at 1–10%; non-greasy feel, suitable for oily and combination skin

Dimethicone

Silicone occlusive at 1–5%; provides smooth feel, non-penetrating, suitable for sensitive skin

Glycerin

Workhorse humectant at 3–10%; tacky at high levels, pair with occlusives

Cholesterol

Cholesterol; barrier repair lipid mimicking stratum corneum; often blended with ceramides, plant or fermentation source.

Stearic Acid

Fatty acid emulsifier, white waxy solid; adds slip feel

Propylene Glycol

Polyol humectant at 3-10%; hygroscopic, slight tackiness, mild irritation at high conc., verify preservative efficacy, no allergen.

C12-16 Alcohols

Fatty alcohol mix for conditioning and stability; very low comedogenicity, enhances feel.

Sodium Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer

Acrylate copolymer for film/thickening; water-soluble, compatible, monitor residual monomers.

Cetearyl Alcohol

Fatty alcohol emulsifier at 1-5%; non-ionic surfactant

Ceramide Np

Ceramide N3 for barrier repair; lipophilic, needs oil phase or emulsion, avoid high standalone use.

Ceramide Ap

Ceramide analog for barrier repair; best results when combined with cholesterol and free fatty acids

Ceramide Eop

Ceramide EOP, repairs skin barrier lipids; often blended with cholesterol and fatty acids.

Ceramide Eos

Barrier-repairing ceramide, 0.1–1%; optimal with hydrated lipids, suitable for dry skin

Ceramide Ns

Ceramide NS for barrier repair; gentle and suitable for sensitive or dry skin.

Hylocereus Undatus Fruit Extract

Hylocereus undatus fruit extract. Provides antioxidants and hydration. Complex natural composition requires stability testing; potential protein allergens.

Palmitic Acid

Palmitic acid for emulsification/emollient; solid fat, high melting point, occlusive.

Linoleic Acid

Essential fatty acid for barrier repair and hydration; oxidizes easily, high levels may be comedogenic

Acetyl Glucosamine

Glycosaminoglycan precursor supporting skin hydration and elasticity; highly biocompatible.

Amelanchier Alnifolia Fruit Extract

Amelanchier alnifolia fruit extract. Used for antioxidant and skin conditioning purposes. Natural source, monitor for potential allergenicity.

Ferric Hexapeptide-35

Not decoded yet

Hydrogenated Lecithin

Emulsifier from lecithin; stable, used in powder emulsions

Citrus Aurantium Amara Flower Oil

Bitter orange flower oil, an essential oil used for fragrance and skin conditioning; contains labeled allergen compounds, caution for sensitive skin.

Tocopheryl Acetate

Vitamin E derivative antioxidant at 0.1–1%; more stable than tocopherol, store protected from light

Cetearyl Olivate

Natural emulsifier pairing with glucosides; skin-like feel, biodegradable, prone to oxidation requiring light protection

Caprooyl Phytosphingosine

Plant-derived biomimetic lipid for hair and skin conditioning.

Caprooyl Sphingosine

Biomimetic lipid for hair and skin conditioning; often formulated with other lipids.

Sorbitan Olivate

O/W emulsifier, HLB ~15, requires ionic co-surfactant, potential sensitizer.

Phytosphingosine

Phytosphingosine barrier repair ingredient, 0.1–1%; water-soluble, good for dry skin.

Anthemis Nobilis Flower Oil

Botanical oil as fragrance and conditioner; contains allergens, dilute and test for sensitization

Benzyl Alcohol

Mild preservative/solvent at 0.5-1.0%; EU allergen (labeling required), irritation risk if concentrated, avoid in infant/highly sensitive skin.

Ethylhexylglycerin

Mild conditioner and preservative booster at 0.5–1%; reduces preservative load, smooth feel

Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Oil

Rosemary leaf oil for fragrance and conditioning; essential oil, allergen risk, limit usage

Sorbitol

Polyol humectant with strong hygroscopy; tacky at high levels, pair with occlusives; also a solvent or adjuster.

Tremella Fuciformis Extract

Tremella extract; rich in polysaccharides, strong humectant that absorbs significant water, low irritation

Dehydroacetic Acid

Broad-spectrum preservative for acidic and oil-based systems; has concentration limits, requires challenge testing.

Behenyl Alcohol

Fat alcohol emulsifier/thickener at 1-3%; low comedogenic risk, check solubility in strong acid/base systems, add antioxidants.

Tocopherol

Natural antioxidant (vitamin E) at 0.1–1%; prone to oxidation, store protected from light

Vetiveria Zizanoides Root Oil

Vetiver root oil for fragrance and toning; natural essential oil may contain allergens, caution for sensitive skin

Behenic Acid

Behenic acid, emulsifier and thickener; high comedogenic rating, limit use on acne-prone skin.

Citrus Aurantium Dulcis Peel Oil

Sweet orange peel essential oil, citrus aroma; photosensitive, be careful in daytime; irritating at high levels.

Phenoxyethanol

Broad-spectrum preservative at ≤1%; may irritate sensitive eye areas, often paired with ethylhexylglycerin

Ascorbic Acid

Vitamin C, potent antioxidant requiring acidic environment for stability; oxidizes and discolors easily, needs light and air protection, concentration 1-10%, pure L-ascorbic acid is more irritating.

Ascorbyl Palmitate

Ascorbyl palmitate, lipophilic Vit C ester, antioxidant; oxidizes, needs light/air protection.

Lavandula Angustifolia Oil

Fragrance essential oil, 0.1–1%; contains allergens, patch test required.

Carbomer

Gelling thickener requiring neutralization; watch out for ion compatibility

Ceteareth-25

Not decoded yet

Cetyl Alcohol

Cetyl alcohol for emulsification/thickening; high concentration >10% may irritate.

Pogostemon Cablin Oil

Patchouli oil for fragrance; contains patchoulol, potential irritant/allergen, use cautiously.

Sodium Lauroyl Lactylate

Mild emulsifier at 1–5%; suitable for sensitive skin, mind cationic surfactant compatibility

Citric Acid

Buffer and chelator at 0.1–2%; adjusts pH, may irritate sensitive skin at low pH

Xanthan Gum

Natural thickener at 0.1–1%; provides gel texture, pH-stable, requires full hydration

Disodium Edta

Chelating agent at 0.05–0.5%; sequesters metal ions for stability, boosts preservative efficacy

Limonene

Natural fragrance solvent, EU allergen; poor photostability

Linalool

Natural fragrance component at ≤0.05%; one of EU 26 allergens, caution for sensitive skin

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