Featuring a lightweight, mattifying moisturiser and AHA surface perfector, this 2-step kit from Medik8 will leave you with a visibly balanced, smooth and healthy-looking complexion. Recommended to be used 2-3 times per week, the Glycolic Acid Activator gently exfoliates and smooths the skin's surface - helping to aid the absorption of Balance Moisturiser. When used daily, Balance Moisturiser helps to promote a healthy skin microbiome and a visibly mattified complexion. Perfect for blemish-prone and oily skin types, together this perfect pairing leaves the complexion visibly refined, clarified and ready for the next steps in your skincare and/or makeup routine. KEY BENEFITS Visibly Perfected ComplexionLeaves skin visibly mattified and smooth with reduced redness - ideal for those with blemish-prone or oily complexions.Supported Microbiome BalanceHelps to balance your skin's microbiome to reduce blemish-causing bacteria.Lightweight HydrationLightweight gel texture leaves your complexion feeling supple, smooth and hydrated. KEY INGREDIENTS Prebiotics & PostbioticsSupports the production of beneficial bacteria in the skin to help maintain a balanced skin microbiome and a healthy, balanced complexion.NiacinamideAlso known as vitamin B3, niacinamide has anti-inflammatory properties that work to visibly calm blemish-induced irritation while supporting the skin's natural barrier for a hydrated complexion. Beta-glucanA natural extract derived from oats which helps to comfort and soothe the skin.Cinnamon ExtractWith natural antibacterial properties, it helps to reduce blemish-causing bacteria while also working to balance oil production.Glycolic AcidThe most powerful AHA, glycolic acid has the smallest particle size of all of the AHAs. Working to break down the bonds between dead skin cells, so that they can be easily exfoliated to reveal newer, fresher skin cells underneath for a visibly smoother, brighter and decongested complexion. HOW TO USEStep 1After cleansing in the morning and evening, apply Balance Moisturiser evenly across the face, neck and décolletage.Step 2For exfoliation and boosted performance, use Glycolic Acid Activator 2-3 times a week. After cleansing in the evening, apply 4-6 drops to the face, neck and décolletage. Once dry, apply Balance Moisturiser.NOTEApply products separately, do not mix Glycolic Acid Activator and Balance Moisturiser directly.How to Layer Balance Moisturiser & Glycolic Acid ActivatorAM: Cleanse and apply your vitamin C serum. Apply the Balance Moisturiser and follow with sunscreen.PM: Cleanse and apply the Glycolic Acid Activator. Follow with Crystal Retinal and finally, your moisturiser.