this moisturizer<\/a> during a heatwave and have showered it with unequivocal praise. We\u2019ve given a lowdown on what exactly got us so impressed. We\u2019ve also enlisted dermatologists to dissect a few of the key ingredients and the skincare benefits, to help you better understand why it\u2019s such a highly rated product.<\/p>\nDashDividers_1_500x100<\/title><\/div>\n<h2><a href=\"https:\/\/go.linkby.com\/MCMCLIOO\">Medik8 Total Moisture Daily Facial Cream, $49<\/a><\/h2>\n<figure><img src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" class=\"lazyload\" data-src=\"https:\/\/ubershop.biz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/11744966.jpg\"><\/figure>\n<h3>Is this Medik8 moisturizer any good?<\/h3>\n<p>I\u2019m very picky when it comes to moisturizers; I have combination skin, so I get quite oily along the T-zone. Heavier creams are too much for me in the summer, but my cheeks and jawline turn dry and itchy when I\u2019m wearing a product that is not hydrating enough. <a href=\"https:\/\/go.linkby.com\/MCMCLIOO\">This Medik8 moisturizer<\/a> scored high in relieving both concerns.<\/p>\n<p>The texture is so weightless and barely there, it slides out and melts into my skin straight away. There is no slippery, overwhelming feeling or the fear that it could clog my pores, and yet my skin stays pillowy and bouncy all day. Even when I venture out in the heat, I don\u2019t get that sweat-product mixture that coagulates on my upper lip and forehead, compared to some of the heavier moisturizers I\u2019ve tried in the past.<\/p>\n<figure><img src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" class=\"lazyload\" data-src=\"https:\/\/ubershop.biz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/11744973.jpg\"><\/figure>\n<p>Jacqueline Kililita, Refinery29\u2019s Deputy Beauty Director, says the watery texture is a dream. \u201cI\u2019ve said that it would take something really special to replace the moisturizer that I\u2019ve been using non-stop since last December (<a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"The Inkey List\u2019s Bio-Active Ceramide Repairing + Plumping Moisturizer, (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/go.skimresources.com?id=30283X1542341&xs=1&url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.theinkeylist.com%2Fproducts%2Fbio-active-ceramide-moisturizer\" target=\"_blank\">The Inkey List\u2019s Bio-Active Ceramide Repairing + Plumping Moisturizer,<\/a> in case you were wondering). But I was sold on <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"this Medik8 cream (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/go.linkby.com\/MCMCLIOO\" target=\"_blank\">this Medik8 cream<\/a> after just one go. It immediately takes away any tightness post-cleanse and makes my skin look even in tone,\u201d she says. \u201cIt\u2019s lightweight enough that I can layer SPF over the top and not feel suffocated, and makeup glides over the top effortlessly.\u201d<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/go.linkby.com\/MCMCLIOO\">This moisturizer<\/a> is the kind of product you get through quickly: we\u2019re already halfway through our tubs and are lamenting the the day that it runs out. The formula feels so nice on my skin that I\u2019ve also been applying it on the more dehydrated parts of my body, such as my elbows. <\/p>\n<figure><img src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" class=\"lazyload\" data-src=\"https:\/\/ubershop.biz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/11744972.jpg\"><\/figure>\n<p>We\u2019ve raved about the product\u2019s cloud-like texture and impressive efficacy, but that is all down to the dream team of ingredients: prebiotic peptides, multi-weight hyaluronic acid, various ceramides and lipids. Read on to learn why they are so great for your skin.<\/p>\n<div><title>DashDividers_1_500x100<\/title><\/div>\n<h3>What are prebiotic peptides and why are they good for the skin?<\/h3>\n<p>The star ingredient in this moisturizer is prebiotic peptides. You might already be familiar with <a href=\"https:\/\/www.refinery29.com\/en-gb\/peptides-skincare-benefits\">peptide skincare<\/a>, and how it can boost collagen production and encourage skin regeneration. But according to the dermatologists I spoke to, prebiotic peptides are the next level up from that. \u201cRegular peptides help with structural skin improvements, whilst prebiotic peptides also help to improve the skin microbiome,\u201d says <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"Dr Ellie Rashid (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/drellierashid\/\" target=\"_blank\">Dr Ellie Rashid<\/a>, consultant dermatologist and pro medical director for the personalized skincare brand <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"Klira (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/klira.skin\/\" target=\"_blank\">Klira<\/a>. Without taking you back to biology class, the microbiome is essentially a host of \u201cfriendly\u201d bacteria on your skin, which keep it healthy and happy. In other words, these peptides help them flourish.<\/p>\n<p>That\u2019s not all. \u201cPrebiotic peptides both signal the skin to produce more collagen and elastin, enhancing skin firmness and elasticity, and support the beneficial microorganisms on the skin, enhancing the skin microbiome,\u201d she adds. \u201cA well-balanced skin microbiome can protect against environmental stressors and help improve inflammatory and sensitive skin conditions such as <a href=\"https:\/\/www.refinery29.com\/en-us\/2019\/11\/8903153\/rosacea-skin-care-routine\">rosacea<\/a>.\u201d In other words, your skin barrier will be a whole lot more resilient after using <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"this moisturizer (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/go.linkby.com\/MCMCLIOO\" target=\"_blank\">this moisturizer<\/a>.<\/p>\n<h3>What is multi-weight hyaluronic acid and why is it good for the skin?<\/h3>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.refinery29.com\/en-us\/hyaluronic-acid-skin-care\">Hyaluronic acid<\/a> is also nothing new in skincare, but in this moisturizer, the ingredient comes in multiple molecular weights. \u201cHyaluronic acid molecules of varying [weights and] sizes will penetrate multiple layers of the skin, which means there is deeper hydration and more comprehensive moisture retention,\u201d says consultant dermatologist <a href=\"https:\/\/drderrickphillips.com\/\">Dr Derrick Phillips<\/a>. \u201cThis is different from regular hyaluronic acid, which typically has a uniform molecular weight and primarily hydrates the skin\u2019s surface.\u201d If your skin tends to feel tight after cleansing, an ingredient like this will shuttle moisture back in quickly, alleviating the uncomfortable tugging feeling almost instantly.<\/p>\n<h3>What are ceramides and why are they good for the skin?<\/h3>\n<p>Alongside prebiotic peptides and hyaluronic acid, you\u2019ll find ceramides. They are found naturally in the skin, but over time, our levels can deplete and tend to need topping up. Ceramides play a vital role in maintaining your skin\u2019s protective barrier, which keeps \u201cgood\u201d stuff in (like moisture) and \u201cbad\u201d things out (such as pollution and bacteria).<\/p>\n<p>\u201cThese lipid molecules are naturally found in the skin,\u201d says Dr Rashid. \u201cThey strengthen the skin barrier, locking in moisture and protecting against environmental stressors, which can lead to smoother, more hydrated skin.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>Think of ceramides like the glue that holds your skin together. Without them, skin can become dry and uncomfortable. This is a non-negotiable ingredient for Kilikita: \u201cPersonally, I won\u2019t buy a moisturizer unless it has this ingredient, because I love the plumping, moisturizing effect on my skin,\u201d she says.<\/p>\n<h3>What is squalane and why is it good for the skin?<\/h3>\n<p>Then there\u2019s squalane, which is a lightweight, non-comedogenic oil that mimics the skin\u2019s natural sebum (oil). According to Dr Rashid, this is an ingredient suitable for all skin types, due to its ability to moisturize and balance oil production. Its antioxidant properties also help protect against free radicals, which are unstable molecules in the environment emitted from the likes of pollution and UV, and can damage skin over time.<\/p>\n<h3>What is vitamin F and why is it good for the skin?<\/h3>\n<p>Linoleic acid, also known as vitamin F, is the final ingredient that rounds out the list. \u201cVitamin F is an omega-6 fatty acid found in plant-based oils,\u201d says Dr Phillips. \u201cIt helps balance the fatty acids in sebum and incorporates into the skin\u2019s lipid barrier, promoting hydration and reducing clogged pores. It also plays a role in regulating the body\u2019s inflammatory processes,\u201d \u2014 reducing redness.<\/p>\n<div><title>DashDividers_1_500x100<\/title><\/div>\n<h3>Our final thoughts<\/h3>\n<p>After deep diving into the ingredient list, it\u2019s not hard to see why this product has received a seal of approval from dermatologists and editors alike. The weightless formula is packed with ingredients that pull double shifts at hydrating, and the texture makes it a dream to apply. We are calling it now: This <a href=\"https:\/\/go.linkby.com\/MCMCLIOO\">Medik8 moisturizer<\/a> is going to be the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.refinery29.com\/en-us\/summer-beauty-products-editors-picks\">summer beauty essential<\/a> you\u2019ll be using on repeat.<\/p>\n<h3>Shop our favorite Medik8 products<\/h3>\n<p><strong>Like what you see? How about some more R29 goodness, right here?<\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>.disclaimer{width:90%;margin-bottom:1rem}.disclaimer__lines{width:100%;margin:0 auto;border-bottom:1px solid #999;padding:0;max-width:150px}.disclaimer__copy{width:100%;max-width:355px;font-family:Brown Regular,sans-serif;font-size:.9rem;font-weight:300;line-height:1.3em;color:#333;padding:0 0 .4rem;margin:1rem auto;text-align:center} All linked products are independently selected by our editors. 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