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Crystal Retinal on TikTok

The creators’ take

From 13 TikTok videos7 sponsored, marked with outlined numbers

Several sponsored creators say the six-strength ladder lets beginners start low and build up 1 2 3. Unsponsored creators say it works faster than retinol and is worth its price, and one has used it for 222 days and plans to go stronger 4 5. Sponsored creators say it suits fine lines and is clinically proven to smooth wrinkles 6 7 8. One user reported breakouts, which a Medik8 founder's reply attributed more likely to lactic acid than the retinal 9.

Sponsored means the creator disclosed a brand partnership or the video ran as a paid ad.

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“The medik8 crystal retinal line is the only retinoid on the market with six different strengths”

“if you're used to using retinoids, you can start at Crystal retinol 6”

“when I finish this, I'm gonna go up to the next one”

“But as a pharmacist, I still think this is worth the money.”

“By week three, my pores definitely appear smaller.”

“it's clinically proven to visibly smooth wrinkles in just one tube”

“I've noticed my skin looks brighter and smoother with consistent use.”

“I'd say it's more likely than not that the exfoliating that's coming through from your lactic acid is going to be causing the breakouts”

“Crystal Retinal 10 10 out of 10 for experienced users, this is one of the best retinols available.”

“I think more is less when it comes to retinol”

“go for the lower strengths at first, which is Crystal Retinal 1 or 3”

“Crystal Retinal holds the top spot for a reason.”

Quotes are taken word for word from what each creator says in the video or writes in its caption.

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