StriVectin skincare
StriVectin is an American skincare brand founded in 2002 and owned by Hildred Capital Management since 2021.
StriVectin is beloved for its targeted serums and restorative masks, anchored by scientifically advanced formulas. Its products suit acne-prone skin and oily skin best, offering clear and balanced results. For specific concerns, the standout offerings include the Super-C Retinol Brighten & Correct Vitamin C Serum for acne-prone skin, the AR™ Night Treatment for skin with dark spots, and the TL Advanced Tightening Neck Cream PLUS for mature skin. Through these carefully formulated treatments, the brand addresses distinct complexion needs with remarkable precision.
This page covers some of the most popular StriVectin products; for the whole StriVectin range, with a fit score for every product, use the Lovi app.
People Say
★4.6Overall rating based on 6.8k+ reviewsReviewers most often praise StriVectin for effectively addressing fine lines and wrinkles, smoothing rough texture, and providing deep hydration. The most common complaints are strong fragrance and skin dryness.
Highlights
Anti-aging and skin smoothing serums Mostly Mentioned
- “neck instantly looked smoother — TL Advanced Tightening Neck Cream PLUS”
- “skin feels thoroughly clean — Daily Reveal Exfoliating Pads”
- “helped lift saggy skin — TL Advanced Tightening Neck Cream PLUS”
Hydrating and lightweight serums Mostly Mentioned
- “absorbs instantly — Super-C Retinol Brighten & Correct Vitamin C Serum”
- “absorbs well without residue — TL Advanced Tightening Neck Cream PLUS”
- “intense hydration — AR™ Night Treatment”
Brightening and glowing serums Mostly Mentioned
- “skin looks radiant — Super-C Retinol Brighten & Correct Vitamin C Serum”
- “wonders for dark spots — Daily Reveal Exfoliating Pads”
- “neck looks brighter — TL Advanced Tightening Neck Cream PLUS”
Gentle serums Often Mentioned
- “no stinging or redness — Super-C Retinol Brighten & Correct Vitamin C Serum”
- “gentle enough to use every day — AR™ Night Treatment”
Pore minimizing and plumping serums Often Mentioned
- “clean my pores out — Daily Reveal Exfoliating Pads”
- “skin feels juicy — Super-C Retinol Brighten & Correct Vitamin C Serum”
Expensive products Often Mentioned
- “price is steep — TL Advanced Tightening Neck Cream PLUS”
- “too expensive — Super-C Retinol Brighten & Correct Vitamin C Serum”
- “comes at a pretty steep price — AR™ Night Treatment”
Strong fragrance and scent Often Mentioned
- “smell is overwhelming — Super-C Retinol Brighten & Correct Vitamin C Serum”
- “smells slightly like chemicals — TL Advanced Tightening Neck Cream PLUS”
- “could not get over the scent — AR™ Night Treatment”
Skin irritation and dryness Sometimes Noted
- “irritated my neck — TL Advanced Tightening Neck Cream PLUS”
- “dried my skin out — Daily Reveal Exfoliating Pads”
- “little bit harsh — Daily Reveal Exfoliating Pads”
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Questions and answers
Is StriVectin good for oily skin?
StriVectin is good for oily skin, as Lovi rates the brand-focused routine Superior for this skin type. Reviewers often mention its products as pore-minimizing and lightweight, though strong fragrances and skin irritation are sometimes noted.
Is StriVectin worth it?
StriVectin may be worth it for shoppers looking for anti-aging and smoothing serums, though most of its products on this page include fragrance and can be expensive. Lovi rates StriVectin-focused routines Superior for acne-prone, oily, sensitive, and dry skin.
What are StriVectin's best products?
StriVectin's best products are those tailored to acne-prone, oily, and sensitive skin, where the brand-focused routines rate Superior. Reviewers mostly mention anti-aging, smoothing, hydrating, and brightening serums among its standout offerings.
Does StriVectin cause breakouts?
StriVectin is unlikely to cause breakouts for most skin types, as reviewers often note the formulas are lightweight and acne-prone skin sees a Superior fit. However, individual reactions vary, and skin irritation and dryness are sometimes noted by shoppers.
Is StriVectin fragrance-free?
No, the StriVectin products on this page are not fragrance-free, as only one of the five products lists no fragrance. Reviewers often mention a strong fragrance and scent from the brand.
What are the key ingredients in StriVectin products?
StriVectin products feature key ingredients like retinol, niacinamide, and vitamin C that help smooth and brighten the skin. Retinol helps support cell growth and collagen accumulation in aging skin, while niacinamide helps reduce skin pigmentation.
The Journal of Investigative Dermatology, 2000The British Journal of Dermatology, 2002
How do I build a StriVectin skincare routine?
To build a StriVectin routine for dry skin, Lovi rates the StriVectin-focused routine as Superior. The daily routine includes using a hydrating cleanser, moisturizer, and SPF in the morning, followed by a pre-cleanser, cleanser, cleansing toner, TL Advanced Tightening Neck Cream PLUS, and moisturizer in the evening.
Where can I buy StriVectin, and how much does it cost?
StriVectin is available on Lovi from stores in the United Arab Emirates. Prices range from AED 157.15 to AED 308.58, with most products falling between these amounts.
What are good alternatives to StriVectin?
Good alternatives to StriVectin with similar brand pages on Lovi include CeraVe, Cetaphil, Paula's Choice, Neutrogena, Kiehl's, and Dermalogica. These brands offer alternative routines that rate High or Superior across various skin types.
StriVectin vs CeraVe: which is better?
StriVectin fits dry skin, oily skin, sensitive skin, combination skin, and acne-prone skin about as well as CeraVe does, since Lovi rates both brands at Superior or High for these skin types. Reviewers note that StriVectin offers anti-aging and smoothing serums, though some products feature a strong fragrance.
Who owns StriVectin, and where is it from?
StriVectin is an American brand founded in 2002, owned by Hildred Capital Management since 2021.
Is StriVectin cruelty-free?
PETA, Leaping Bunny, and Cruelty Free International, the registries Lovi checks, do not list StriVectin as cruelty-free.
Is StriVectin good for dry skin?
Lovi rates the StriVectin-focused routine Superior for dry skin. For this skin type, the individual products on this page have mixed fit levels, ranging from Average for the TL Advanced Tightening Neck Cream PLUS, Daily Reveal Exfoliating Pads, and AR™ Night Treatment to Low for the Super-C Retinol Brighten & Correct Vitamin C Serum and a Warning for the Blue Rescue Clay Renewal Mask.
Is StriVectin good for sensitive skin?
Yes, StriVectin is good for sensitive skin because the brand offers gentle serums that reviewers often mention. Lovi rates the brand-focused routine for sensitive skin as Superior.
Is StriVectin good for acne-prone skin?
Yes, StriVectin is well-suited for acne-prone skin. Lovi rates the StriVectin-focused routine Superior for acne-prone skin.
Is StriVectin good for skin with dark spots?
StriVectin is generally average for skin with dark spots, with Daily Reveal Exfoliating Pads, Super-C Retinol Brighten & Correct Vitamin C Serum, and AR™ Night Treatment all rating at that level. Ascorbic acid and niacinamide help reduce pigmentation.
The British Journal of Dermatology, 2002Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2020
Is StriVectin good for mature skin?
StriVectin is well suited for mature skin, with products like AR™ Night Treatment offering High fit and others like TL Advanced Tightening Neck Cream PLUS offering Average fit. Retinol helps address signs of aging by supporting collagen in mature skin.
The Journal of Investigative Dermatology, 2000Archives of Dermatology, 2007
Research behind StriVectin's key ingredients
Molecular basis of retinol anti-ageing properties in naturally aged human skin in vivo
Effects of ascorbic acid on gingival melanin pigmentation in vitro and in vivo
Encapsulation and controlled release of retinol from silicone particles for topical delivery
Effect of myristyl nicotinate on retinoic acid therapy for facial photodamage
Nanocomplex of quaternized cyclodextrin grafted chitosan and hyaluronic acid for a skin delivery
Histometric assessment of the age-related skin response to 2-hydroxy-5-octanoyl benzoic acid
Treatment with Ascorbyl Glucoside-Arginine Complex Ameliorates Solar Lentigos
Behind these ratings
Lovi rates every product from its full ingredient list with brand-independent rules our dermatologists and cosmetic chemists build and review, and personalizes every pick with AI trained on the real results of millions of users. Lovi trains its fit score models on a proprietary dataset built from more than 10,000 expert-labeled products and more than 100,000 simulated examples, following an internally consistent methodology presented at Cosmoprof, AMWC, and Skin of Color Update.
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Co-founder, Medical Director
Cosmetic chemist, cosmetologist, aesthetic products developer
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Co-founder, CEO and CTO
PhD in computer science, 3x US patent holder, ex-Google, ex-Yandex
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Dr. Sofía Perea Pérez, MD, MSc
Medical Board
Aesthetic medicine practitioner, MSc in Longevity and Anti-Aging Medicine
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Medical Board
Specialist dermatologist, MBBS, MD, IFAAD
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Medical Board
Cosmetic chemist, SCS, IFSCC member
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Medical Board, Medical Advisor
Dermatology MD
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Elina Nazarenko, MD
Medical Board
Dermatology and diagnostic consultant
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Victoria Derkova, MS
Medical Board
Cosmetic chemist, cosmetic development technologist
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