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Medik8 Clarity Peptides

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Medik8

Clarity Peptides

serum · 30 ml · Skincare

Medik8 Clarity Peptides is free of fragrance, essential oils, labelled fragrance allergens, drying alcohol, sulfates, parabens and MI / MCI, going by its full 33-ingredient list, with niacinamide, hyaluronic acid and glycerin. List checked November 5, 2026.

The catch: it contains silicones (Dimethicone).

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

Listed on Amazon in: United Kingdom · Germany · France · Italy · Spain · Netherlands · Poland · Sweden

Key ingredients in Clarity Peptides

  • Niacinamide

    Vitamin B3; helps with oil, redness, uneven tone and the barrier.

  • Hyaluronic acid

    A humectant that pulls water into the top layer of skin.

  • Glycerin

    A classic humectant that keeps skin hydrated.

  • Peptides

    Signal ingredients used in firming and anti-ageing formulas.

  • Dimethicone

    A skin protectant that forms a breathable barrier.

  • Vitamin E

    An antioxidant that protects the formula and the skin.

Full ingredient list, decoded

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

  1. 1Aqua (Water)Aqua is the INCI name for water, the main base of many creams, lotions and cleansers…
  2. 2NiacinamideNiacinamide is a form of vitamin B3 used in skincare and haircare to help with oil,…
  3. 3Caprylic/Capric TriglycerideA light, plant-derived oil made from coconut or palm kernel fatty acids and glycerin.…
  4. 4Acetyl Glucosamine
  5. 5Glyceryl Stearate CitrateA mild emulsifier made by combining glycerin, stearic acid and citric acid. It helps…
  6. 6DimethiconeDimethicone is a silicone, a light, water-resistant oil that forms a smooth, breathable…Silicones
  7. 7Zinc PCAZinc PCA is the zinc salt of pyrrolidone carboxylic acid, a compound found naturally in…
  8. 8GlycerinGlycerin is a clear, thick, odorless liquid that pulls water into the skin and helps…
  9. 9Polyglyceryl-3 Stearate
  10. 10Crambe Abyssinica Seed Oil
  11. 11HydroxyacetophenoneHydroxyacetophenone is a preservative-support ingredient that helps protect a formula…
  12. 12Hydrogenated LecithinHydrogenated Lecithin is a plant-derived, fat-like mixture that helps oil and water…
  13. 13Behenyl AlcoholBehenyl alcohol is a long-chain fatty alcohol, a waxy solid that softens skin and hair…
  14. 14Cetearyl AlcoholA waxy fatty alcohol blend that thickens formulas and helps oil and water mix into…
  15. 15PhenoxyethanolA synthetic preservative that helps stop bacteria, yeast and mold from growing in…
  16. 16Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer
  17. 17Disodium EDTADisodium EDTA is a salt of ethylenediamine tetraacetic acid, a chelating agent that…
  18. 18Xanthan GumXanthan Gum is a thickener and stabilizer made by fermenting sugar with a bacterium. It…
  19. 19Cetyl PalmitateCetyl Palmitate is a waxy ester made from cetyl alcohol and palmitic acid. It softens…
  20. 20Carnosine
  21. 21EthylhexylglycerinEthylhexylglycerin is a lab-made, skin-friendly ingredient that boosts the power of…
  22. 22Polysorbate 80A gentle, water-loving emulsifier made from a sorbitol-based sugar alcohol and oleic…
  23. 23Palmitoyl Tetrapeptide-10
  24. 24Sorbitan StearateSorbitan Stearate is a mild emulsifier made from sorbitol and stearic acid, a fatty…
  25. 25Sodium HyaluronateHyaluronic acid is a sugar-based molecule, naturally found in skin, that holds a lot of…
  26. 26Polysorbate 60Polysorbate 60 is a mild, water-loving emulsifier made from sorbitol, ethylene oxide…
  27. 27Sorbitan IsostearateSorbitan Isostearate is a common emulsifier made by joining sorbitol with isostearic…
  28. 28Sodium BenzoateSodium benzoate is the sodium salt of benzoic acid, a water-soluble powder used mainly…
  29. 29Citric AcidCitric acid is a mild, naturally occurring acid found in citrus fruit. In skincare and…
  30. 30TocopherolTocopherol is vitamin E, a fat-soluble antioxidant. Its main job is to slow the…
  31. 31Butylene GlycolButylene Glycol is a clear, odorless liquid that attracts and holds water. It is a…
  32. 321,2-Hexanediol1,2-Hexanediol is a small, clear liquid that acts as a solvent, a humectant and a…
  33. 33Caprylhydroxamic AcidCaprylhydroxamic Acid is a gentle preservative that helps stop bacteria and yeast from…

Source: Medik8 product page, eu.medik8.com/products/clarity-peptides, retrieved November 5, 2026.

Every flag we check

CheckResultIngredients found
FragranceNone listed—
Essential oilsNone listed—
Labelled fragrance allergensNone listed—
Drying alcoholNone listed—
SulfatesNone listed—
SiliconesContainsDimethicone (#6)
ParabensNone listed—
MI / MCINone listed—
Formaldehyde releasersNone listed—
Mineral oil & petrolatumNone listed—
LanolinNone listed—
Chemical UV filtersNone listed—

Frequently asked questions

Is Medik8 Clarity Peptides fragrance-free?

Yes. Medik8 Clarity Peptides lists no parfum or fragrance and no essential oils. Checked against its full ingredient list on November 5, 2026.

Does Medik8 Clarity Peptides contain silicones, sulfates or parabens?

Silicones: yes (Dimethicone). Sulfates: none listed. Parabens: none listed.

What is Medik8 Clarity Peptides good for?

By its ingredient list it fits sensitive skin, eczema-prone skin, contact dermatitis and perfume allergy: it passes every free-from rule we set for those needs. Key ingredients: Niacinamide, Hyaluronic acid, Glycerin and Peptides.

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