My skincare crisis and how MEDIK8 saved the day and my face

There we were, two friends, one oat flat white, one almond cappuccino and a mountain of flaky croissants; we absolutely weren't going to eat (we ate them). The topic: Skin. Because somehow all chats between 30-something and beyond late SPF, serums, and "is this new line permanent or just dehydration ?"

"I think my skin's broken", my friend said, patting her cheek like she was checking for earthquake damage. "It's red, it's tight, and every time I use something new, it screams at me."

And just like that, we diagnosed her: classic barrier damage. No shame, no judgement. Just too many actives, central heating, maybe a little exfoliation enthusiasm… And now her skin was filing HR complaints.

Enter: Medik8 - The Skin Care Peacekeepers.

If you ever asked which vitamin C, I actually need while standing in front of your skincare shelf, like a contestant on Who Wants to Be a Glow-ionaire? You're not alone. The Medik8 vitamin C lineup is amazing, but also slightly confusing at first glance. So let's decode it together.

The Vitamin C Line-Up: Choose Your Fighter

C-Tetra: Lightweight, no-nonsense, and your go-to if you’re just starting with vitamin C or have skin that sulks when you introduce anything new. It brightens, protects, and gets along with everyone.

C-Tetra Luxe: Think of this as C-Tetra in designer heels. A richer formula with maracuja oil and squalane. If your skin is dry, mature, or likes a little luxury, this is your guy.

Super C Ferulic: This one has 30% vitamin C and is not here to play. Ideal if you’ve got pigmentation, early signs of ageing, or want your skin to look like it drinks green juice and never stays up past 10pm.

Vitamin C Radiance Cream: For people who hate layering. Moisturiser + vitamin C + SPF = done. Great for mornings when you're late but still want to look luminous and vaguely competent.

So… What Did We Learn Over Coffee?

That skincare doesn’t have to be complicated. That vitamin C doesn’t have to sting. That hydration isn’t optional. And most importantly, that Medik8 has quietly mastered the art of giving you glowing, healthy skin without drama, reactions, or mystery rashes that appear during Zoom calls.

Also, croissants are never a bad idea.

Ready to glow up without melting down? Grab your serums, sip your latte, and remember: good skin days start with barrier repair, not 14 new actives and a prayer.

Until next time—stay radiant, stay caffeinated, and be kind to your face.

-XO, The Confessionistas — AK & JO