Skincare for Sensitive Skin

When you have sensitive skin, it’s essential to choose skincare products skin that protect, nurture, and avoid irritation. Our range is enriched with soothing ingredients like bakuchiol, ceramides, and hyaluronic acid, all carefully formulated to calm and protect even the most delicate skin types, leaving it feeling comforted and balanced.

21 Products

Crystal Retinal 1

0.01% Retinal serum for very sensitive skins - 11x faster than retinol

Sensitive / £45

Crystal Retinal 3

0.03% Retinal serum for vitamin A beginners - 11x faster than retinol

Beginner / £49

Crystal Retinal 6

0.06% Retinal serum for regular vitamin A users - 11x faster than retinol

Regular / £69

Crystal Retinal 10

0.1% Retinal serum for advanced vitamin A users - 11x faster than retinol

Advanced / £89

Crystal Retinal 20

0.2% Retinal serum for highly experienced vitamin A users - 11x faster than retinol

Experienced / £99

Crystal Retinal 24

0.24% Retinal serum for highly experienced vitamin A users - 11x faster than retinol

Expert / £109

Advanced Night Restore™

Nourishing and hydrating multi-ceramide night cream - Improves visible signs of ageing

50ml / £60

Press & Glow™

Gentle daily exfoliating PHA tonic - Promotes a visibly smooth and glowing complexion

200ml / £32

Press & Glow Refill™

Gentle daily exfoliating PHA tonic - Promotes a visibly smooth and glowing complexion

200ml / £28

C-Tetra®

Lipid vitamin C serum - Visibly brightens skin tone and minimises the signs of ageing

30ml / £42

Crystal Retinal Ceramide Eye 3

0.03% Retinal all-in-one ceramide night cream for vitamin A beginners - 11x faster than retinol

15ml / £42

Crystal Retinal Ceramide Eye 6

0.06% Retinal all-in-one ceramide night cream for vitamin A beginners - 11x faster than retinol

15ml / £55

Crystal Retinal Ceramide Eye 10

0.1% Retinal all-in-one ceramide night cream for vitamin A beginners - 11x faster than retinol

15ml / £70

Advanced Day Ultimate Protect™

Age-Defying Moisturiser with Photolyase SPF 50+ | PA++++

50ml / £59

Lipid-Balance Cleansing Oil™

Makeup Dissolving Transforming Cleanser

140ml / £29

Micellar Mousse™

Purifying cleanser - Suitable for all skin types, effortlessly cleanses and nourishes

150ml / £25

Advanced Day Eye Protect™

Age-Defying Eye Cream SPF 30 | 5* UVA

15ml / £40

Calmwise™ Soothing Cleanser

Soothing cleanser for redness-prone skin, infused with anti-inflammatory ingredients

150ml / £25

Advanced Night Restore™ (Travel Size)

Rejuvenating Multi-Ceramide Night Cream

12.5ml / £20

Gentle Cleanse™

Hydrating foam cleanser - Gently cleanses sensitive skin using mild cleansing agents

150ml / £25

Press & Glow® (Travel Size - 30ml)

Daily Exfoliating PHA Tonic with Enzyme Activator

30ml / £9

H.E.O.® Mask

Optimal Ratio Moisturisation Two-Step Overnight Mask

50 ml x 2 / £60

Calmwise™ Serum

Soothing Elixir for Redness-Prone Skin

15ml / £39

C-Tetra® (Travel Size)

Lipid Vitamin C Radiance Serum

8ml / £15

Calmwise™ Colour Correct

Redness Neutralising Cream

50ml / 15ml / £49

Calmwise™ Soothing Cleanser (Travel Size)

Ultra-Mild Chlorophyll Foam

150ml / 40ml / £10

Micellar Mousse™ (Travel Size)

Purifying & Nourishing Effortless Rinse-Off Cleanser

40ml / £10

Gentle Cleanse™ (Travel Size)

Hydrating Rosemary Foam

150ml / 40ml / £10

Press & Glow Refill®

Daily Exfoliating PHA Tonic with Enzyme Activator

200ml / 50ml / £28

Frequently Asked Questions

What is sensitive skin?

Sensitive skin is a skin type or condition where the skin becomes easily irritated by external or internal triggers. It may react to skincare products, temperature changes, or pollutants, often with discomfort, redness, or visible inflammation. It can be ongoing or occasional, and it requires gentle, barrier-supportive care.

How to know if you have sensitive skin and what causes it?

Sensitive skin often reacts quickly to skincare products or environmental changes. Signs include redness, dryness, tightness, itching, stinging, or a burning sensation, especially after cleansing or applying new products. You may also notice increased reactivity during weather shifts, exposure to wind or heat, or after using active ingredients. Sensitivity can be triggered by a combination of factors, including a weakened skin barrier, genetic predisposition, pollution, climate extremes, or the overuse of harsh products. Underlying conditions like rosacea or eczema can also heighten sensitivity. Understanding your skin’s unique responses and avoiding common irritants can help keep it calm, comfortable, and balanced.

Which ingredients soothe sensitive skin, and what to avoid?

Choose gentle, fragrance-free formulas with soothing and barrier-repairing ingredients. Look for skin-calming actives like niacinamide, ceramides, panthenol (vitamin B5), aloe vera, and hyaluronic acid. These help reduce redness, calm sensitivity, and strengthen the skin over time.

Avoid products with alcohol, synthetic fragrance, essential oils, harsh exfoliants, and overly strong actives. These can disrupt the skin barrier and trigger irritation. Instead, choose gentle, fragrance-free formulas with soothing and barrier-supportive ingredients.

Medik8’s Calmwise range is specifically formulated to support redness and sensitive skin, using targeted ingredients to comfort, protect, and restore skin confidence.

How should I introduce new products safely?

Introduce new products gradually to minimise the risk of irritation. Start with a patch test: apply a small amount to an area like behind the ear or inner arm and wait 24 hours. If there's no reaction, begin using the product once every few days. Only introduce one new product at a time so you can clearly track how your skin responds.

Can sensitive skin use exfoliants or actives like retinoids?

Yes, sensitive skin can use exfoliants and actives like retinoids, but with extra care. Start with low-strength formulas and introduce them gradually, ideally after your skin barrier is well-supported. Begin with a low strength, use only a few times per week, and follow with moisturiser and SPF. A “skin cycling” approach, where you alternate active and recovery days, can also help maintain comfort and skin resilience.

Medik8’s Crystal Retinal range is a great option, as it features retinaldehyde which is a next-generation stabilised vitamin A that’s powerful yet gentler on the skin. Formulated with hydrating ingredients like hyaluronic acid, it helps minimise irritation while supporting visible results. For exfoliation, Press & Glow is a gentle, PHA-based toner that resurfaces without compromising the skin barrier, making it ideal for sensitive or reactive skin.