SkinCeuticals P-TOX for acne-prone skin
Advanced Peptide Complex
Hexapeptide
Niacinamide
Laminaria Digitata Extract
High
- HighCombination Skin Fit
- HighEffectiveness
- HighSafety
A great choice for acne-prone skin; a few serums fit it even better.
This fit is calculated for the concerns frequently associated with acne-prone skin: breakouts, blackheads, and post-acne marks. For scores and recommendations based on your full skin profile, including your 12D face scan results and any goals or preferences you have, please use the Lovi app.
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Lovi Assistant explains
- Offers excellent plumping and firming for your combination skin due to the Advanced Peptide Complex and Hexapeptide, which improve volume and elasticity, while Niacinamide and PHA help regulate sebum and gently exfoliate blemishes.
- Laminaria Digitata Extract further supports skin health by providing hydration and essential nutrients.
- The formula is safe for your combination skin, with no risks of irritation due to the absence of prohibited or harsh ingredients.
How to apply
- Use your serum as part of your PM routine and start 3x/week before working up to daily use.
- Apply this treatment after cleansing and toner, and before your moisturizer.
- Gently press 2-3 drops of the serum into your skin and let it absorb for a minute.
- Apply the product on clean, dry skin to help manage your breakouts safely.
- Avoid the eye area and do a patch test before your first use.
People Say
★4.4Overall rating based on 2.1k+ reviewsBased on a very large amount of data, this anti-aging peptide serum and cream duo is highly rated for targeting expression lines, deep-set wrinkles, and uneven skin texture. Users frequently report achieving a radiant, smooth, and hydrated complexion. Some users note that it may take time to see results on deeper wrinkles, and a few experienced breakouts. The high price point is also a common consideration.
Highlights
Smoother skin Mostly Mentioned
- “definitely gave me a glass skin texture”
- “pores appeared less noticeable after just a few days”
- “increase of smooth skin”
- “skin looks more radiant and smoother”
Hydrating and light Often Mentioned
- “absorbs into my skin quickly”
- “leaves my skin feeling moisturised and glowing”
- “absorbs super quickly”
- “silky, non-greasy, and layers beautifully”
Reduces lines Often Mentioned
- “reduction in some of the finer lines”
- “fine lines around my eyes... fading”
- “crow's feet and my smile lines... became smoother”
- “noticeable reduction in the depth of my wrinkles”
High price point Often Mentioned
- “Too pricey for the hype”
- “It's a bit on the pricey side”
- “Expensive but worth it”
Complements Botox Sometimes Noted
- “really help maintain my Botox”
- “keeps my skin firm, smooth”
- “Great after Botox”
- “prolong the results between visits”
Slow results Sometimes Noted
- “haven't noticed much change on the deeper lines”
- “noticed no changes at all”
- “changes that I did notice were very subtle”
- “one bottle won't eliminate the need for Botox”
Causes breakouts Rarely Noted
- “skin went through a slight purge”
- “my skin had so many whiteheads”
- “Broke out the first week”
- “Something is causing me to breakout”
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Questions and answers
What makes SkinCeuticals P-TOX a great fit for acne-prone skin?
SkinCeuticals P-TOX is a great fit for acne-prone skin because niacinamide and PHA help regulate oil and gently exfoliate blemishes, while an advanced peptide complex and hexapeptide improve firmness and elasticity without harsh ingredients.
Which ingredients make this treatment a good fit for acne-prone skin?
This treatment is a great fit for your acne-prone skin because Niacinamide and PHA help regulate sebum and gently exfoliate blemishes. Advanced Peptide Complex and Hexapeptide also improve firmness, while Laminaria Digitata Extract provides hydration.
What does Peptide Complex do for acne-prone skin?
Peptide complex helps calm acne-prone skin by reducing blemishes and excess oil while improving skin barrier function. This ingredient supports a smoother, clearer complexion with a very low risk of irritation.
What does Hexapeptide do for acne-prone skin?
Hexapeptide is not typically used to treat acne-prone skin, as its primary benefits focus on smoothing wrinkles and keeping skin looking firm rather than clearing breakouts or reducing oil. To care for acne-prone skin, a product of this type needs ingredients that calm redness, gently remove dead skin cells, and clear out pores.
American Journal of Clinical Dermatology, 2013Annals of Dermatology, 2019
Where does it go in a skincare routine for acne-prone skin?
SkinCeuticals P-TOX goes in your evening routine after cleansing and before moisturizing, which keeps things simple and protects your skin around sun exposure. Niacinamide in the formula also helps control oil and clear blemishes for this skin type.
Can I use this treatment with retinol, and in what order?
SkinCeuticals P-TOX is a great fit for your acne-prone skin and can be used in the same routine as retinol. Apply your retinol product first, let it absorb, and then follow with this treatment to help keep your skin calm, smooth, and hydrated.
How often should I use it?
SkinCeuticals P-TOX is a great fit for your acne-prone skin and is typically used in the evening as part of your routine. Using it safely at night helps keep your skin clear and smooth while avoiding extra sensitivity during sun exposure.
Can this treatment clog pores, cause breakouts or purging for acne-prone skin?
This treatment is a great fit for acne-prone skin because it uses niacinamide and PHA to help balance oil and gently clear blemishes without harsh ingredients. It has a very low likelihood of causing breakouts.
What the research says
Argireline treatment twice daily for 4 weeks produced a significant anti-wrinkle effect with 48.9% total efficacy and decreased skin roughness in Chinese subjects compared with 0% efficacy and no decrease in roughness in the placebo group.
American Journal of Clinical Dermatology, 2013Treatment with cross-linked hyaluronic acid-based microneedle patches combined with acetyl hexapeptide-8 or epidermal growth factor significantly improved wrinkles and skin hydration compared to the patch alone in Korean females over 29 days.
Annals of Dermatology, 2019A peptide complex stimulated basement membrane protein expressions and significantly improved skin wrinkles at all five measured sites after two weeks in 22 healthy Asian female volunteers older than 40 years.
International Journal of Molecular Sciences, 2019A novel anti-aging serum containing acetyl hexapeptide-8, dipeptide diaminobutyroyl benzylamide diacetate, gluconolactone, niacinamide, and laminaria extract significantly increased anti-aging biomarkers and improved static and dynamic wrinkles as well as skin quality in clinical studies.
International Journal of Cosmetic Science, 2026Postresurfacing use of a tripeptide/hexapeptide system improved healing, reduced erythema, exudation, tenderness, and burning/stinging, and increased subject satisfaction compared to a bland ointment and cream in 14 female subjects following facial laser resurfacing.
Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2017Adding a tripeptide/hexapeptide anhydrous gel pre- and post-procedure to a topical body treatment significantly reduced patient-reported scores of skin edema, induration, and subcutaneous fibrous banding compared to the body treatment alone in 10 female patients undergoing neck and body contouring procedures.
Aesthetic Surgery Journal. Open Forum, 2021Topical tripeptide/hexapeptide formulations (RSN and TFB) applied around medial thigh liposuction accelerated healing, reduced induration, edema, and fluid infiltration, and improved extracellular matrix remodeling compared to a bland moisturizer.
Aesthetic Surgery Journal. Open Forum, 2021Topical post-laser application of human adipocyte-derived mesenchymal stem cell media combined with niacinamide significantly improved wrinkle index, melanin index, patient satisfaction, and investigator esthetic improvement scores compared to vehicle cream in patients with aging skin.
Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2021Topical nicotinamide prevented solar-simulated UV-induced immunosuppression in healthy volunteers, and men experienced immunosuppression at solar-simulated UV doses three times lower than those required for women.
The Journal of Investigative Dermatology, 2008Topical 5% niacinamide applied twice daily for 12 weeks reduced fine lines and wrinkles, hyperpigmented spots, red blotchiness, and skin sallowness, and improved skin elasticity compared to vehicle control in 50 female white subjects with facial photoaging.
Dermatologic Surgery, 2005A skincare regimen containing Macrocystis pyrifera ferment consisting of a cleansing foam, a serum, and a moisturizer decreases the visible effects of inflammation and aging while promoting healing and improving patient satisfaction.
Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2024Macrocystis pyrifera ferment-containing creams decrease visible inflammation and signs of aging while enhancing barrier resilience and recovery.
Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2023Aqueous extracts from Macrocystis pyrifera and Durvillaea antarctica exhibited antiviral activity against acyclovir-sensitive and acyclovir-resistant HSV-1 and HSV-2, and topical formulations significantly reduced the severity and duration of HSV-1 skin lesions in an animal model compared to mock treatment and acyclovir.
Frontiers in Microbiology, 2020
Ingredients
Advanced Peptide Complex, Hexapeptide, Dipeptide, Pha, Niacinamide, Laminaria Digitata Extract
Behind this fit score
Lovi calculates every fit score from the 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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Dr. Sofía Perea Pérez, MD, MSc
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Elina Nazarenko, MD
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