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

Once plagued by acne, congestion, and oil, but with skin still looking dull and gray, I started playing around with vitamin C serums.

They’ve gained popularity in recent years thanks to their glow-giving abilities, but I was skeptical. I had had little success giving myself glow with some well known brands and decided to go with the more expensive one. skin care options on the shelf.

Enter Medik8 C-Tetra Luxe serum. This powerful antioxidant is like espresso for your skin in the morning, bringing life and energy to your complexion.

Containing 14% tetrahexyldecyl ascorbate, a powerful form of vitamin C and double the original amount Medik8 C-Tetra Serumit delivers a whole load of antioxidants to the skin – you know, the stuff in superfoods like blueberries?

Antioxidants brighten your complexion, but that’s not all. Dr Derrick Phillips, consultant dermatologist, explains: “Antioxidants help protect your skin from environmental aggressors like pollution, which is particularly important if you work in the city. »

This serum stands out from others for its ability to reduce dark pigmentation spots on the skin. Over time, adult skin tends to develop small dark spots and not wearing SPF only makes them worse.

I hate to admit it, but I used to avoid sunscreen because the old-fashioned formulas tended to give me spots, but it also made my pigmentation worse.

Now, after years of wearing the Medik8 C-Tetra Luxe Serum daily (and of course, SPF), I can honestly say that my pigmentation has faded to the point that it’s not really noticeable anymore.

It was also such an easy addition to my skincare routine. I expected to have to go all out on my skin to see any sign of improvement, but all it takes is 3-5 drops of clear serum on clean, dry skin each morning, then follow that with the rest of your skin. usual skin care steps.

What I like is the texture. It’s not sticky, it’s not greasy, it’s not greasy but it gives an extra layer of lightweight hydration. It’s so good in fact, my mom uses it and she loves it too!

I have to say, as a beauty lover, if someone asks me for advice, the first thing I ask them is if they use a vitamin C serum and if not, why not? This is such a simple step to add to a routine, it takes 3 seconds and wow – does it make an impact.

The only thing that might sting a bit is the price. At £59 for 30ml it’s not exactly affordable and there are certainly cheaper alternatives but, for me, this one is worth spending a little more.

Medik8 is a brand that continually produces viral products, including its highly rated Crystal Retinal, and it’s a trusted name that dermatologists swear by with Dr. Gabriella F. Vasile being one of them: ‘C-Tetra Luxe is my Medik8 vitamin C of choice for all skin types. Powerful but non-irritating, it significantly reduces the appearance of dark spots and wrinkles in just weeks while restoring radiance to your skin.

This serum has also received many 5* reviews. One reviewer said: “You only need a small amount of this serum. My skin always feels great afterwards and is glowing! »

And another said: “My holy grail product.” Upgrading to C-Tetra Luxe from its more-than-brilliant sister; C-tetra. It continues like a dream, no sensitivity. My complexion is also noticeably brighter.

But, with that being said, there is only one question left: will you be adding a vitamin C serum to your skincare routine and if so, will it be the Medik8 C-Tetra Luxe Brilliant ? I hope so.

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