r-Retinoate Day & Night Eye Serum

eye cream · 50 ml · Skincare

Medik8 r-Retinoate Day & Night Eye Serum is free of fragrance, essential oils, labelled fragrance allergens, drying alcohol, sulfates, silicones, parabens and MI / MCI, going by its full 28-ingredient list, with hyaluronic acid, glycerin and retinoids. List checked November 5, 2026.

The catch: none. It clears all 12 ingredient flags we check.

Fragrance-free
No essential oils
No labelled fragrance allergens
No drying alcohol
Sulfate-free
Silicone-free
Paraben-free
No MI/MCI

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Key ingredients in r-Retinoate Day & Night Eye Serum

Hyaluronic acid
A humectant that pulls water into the top layer of skin.
Glycerin
A classic humectant that keeps skin hydrated.
Retinoids
Vitamin A forms that speed cell turnover for lines, texture and breakouts.
Vitamin C
An antioxidant that brightens and evens tone.
Squalane
A light, skin-compatible emollient.
Caffeine
A stimulating ingredient used in eye and scalp formulas.
Vitamin E
An antioxidant that protects the formula and the skin.

Full ingredient list, decoded

28 ingredients, in label order (highest amount first; below about 1% the order is free).

1Aqua (Water)Aqua is the INCI name for water, the main base of many creams, lotions and cleansers…
2Caprylic/Capric TriglycerideA light, plant-derived oil made from coconut or palm kernel fatty acids and glycerin.…
3IsododecaneIsododecane is a light, branched oil made only of carbon and hydrogen, mainly used as a…
4Cetearyl AlcoholA waxy fatty alcohol blend that thickens formulas and helps oil and water mix into…
5GlycerinGlycerin is a clear, thick, odorless liquid that pulls water into the skin and helps…
6Cetearyl OlivateCetearyl Olivate is an ester made from fatty alcohols and olive oil fatty acids. It…
7Sodium Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer
8Butylene GlycolButylene Glycol is a clear, odorless liquid that attracts and holds water. It is a…
9Polylactic Acid
101,2-Hexanediol1,2-Hexanediol is a small, clear liquid that acts as a solvent, a humectant and a…
11Sorbitan OlivateSorbitan Olivate is a plant-derived emulsifier made from sorbitol and olive oil fatty…
12SqualaneSqualane is a light, oil-like ingredient that softens skin and helps it hold moisture.…
13Sodium HyaluronateHyaluronic acid is a sugar-based molecule, naturally found in skin, that holds a lot of…
14CaffeineCaffeine is a stimulating compound found in coffee and tea. In cosmetics, it helps the…
15Cholesteryl Nonanoate
16Retinyl Retinoate
17Hydrolyzed Glycosaminoglycans
18Illicium Verum Fruit Extract
19Tetrahexyldecyl Ascorbate
20Tocopheryl AcetateTocopheryl Acetate is a stable form of vitamin E. Its main job is to act as an…
21Caprylhydroxamic AcidCaprylhydroxamic Acid is a gentle preservative that helps stop bacteria and yeast from…
22Canola OilCanola oil is a light oil made from rapeseed, a plant bred for low levels of erucic…
23Glucosyl Hesperidin
24Scutellaria Baicalensis Root Extract
25Disodium EDTADisodium EDTA is a salt of ethylenediamine tetraacetic acid, a chelating agent that…
26Vanilla Planifolia (Vanilla) Fruit Extract
27Citric AcidCitric acid is a mild, naturally occurring acid found in citrus fruit. In skincare and…
28Theobromine

Source: Medik8 product page, eu.medik8.com/products/r-retinoate-day-night-eye-serum, retrieved November 5, 2026.

Every flag we check

Check	Result	Ingredients found
Fragrance	None listed	—
Essential oils	None listed	—
Labelled fragrance allergens	None listed	—
Drying alcohol	None listed	—
Sulfates	None listed	—
Silicones	None listed	—
Parabens	None listed	—
MI / MCI	None listed	—
Formaldehyde releasers	None listed	—
Mineral oil & petrolatum	None listed	—
Lanolin	None listed	—
Chemical UV filters	None listed	—

Frequently asked questions

Is Medik8 r-Retinoate Day & Night Eye Serum fragrance-free?

Yes. Medik8 r-Retinoate Day & Night Eye Serum lists no parfum or fragrance and no essential oils. Checked against its full ingredient list on November 5, 2026.

Does Medik8 r-Retinoate Day & Night Eye Serum contain silicones, sulfates or parabens?

Silicones: none listed. Sulfates: none listed. Parabens: none listed.

Which ingredient rules does Medik8 r-Retinoate Day & Night Eye Serum pass?

Its full list passes our ingredient rules for sensitive skin, eczema-prone skin, contact dermatitis and perfume allergy. Key ingredients: Hyaluronic acid, Glycerin, Retinoids and Vitamin C.