# EPICUTIS skincare

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EPICUTIS is an American skincare brand founded in 2020 and owned by Signum Dermalogix, Inc..

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EPICUTIS is cherished for its targeted moisturizers, gentle makeup removers, and soothing masks, all driven by thoughtfully curated formulas. Its products suit sensitive, dry, and aging skin types best. For particular concerns, the standout choices are the Lipid Recovery Mask for acne-prone skin, the lipid [serum](https://lovi.care/skincare/au/ingredients/serum) for skin with dark spots, and the Oil Cleanser for mature skin.

This page covers some of the most popular EPICUTIS products; for the whole EPICUTIS range, with a fit score for every product, [use the Lovi app](https://app.pora.ai/vqqJ/j1xj2b6o?af_sub2=brand&af_sub3=selection_note&af_sub4=pg8b927ebcdc).

### Other EPICUTIS products

#### Other products

- [lipid serum](https://lovi.care/skincare/au/p/epicutis/lipid-serum/for/dry-sensitive-skin) — Superior fit
- [Oil Cleanser](https://lovi.care/skincare/au/p/epicutis/oil-cleanser/for/dry-skin) — High fit
- [Lipid Recovery Mask](https://lovi.care/skincare/au/p/epicutis/lipid-recovery-mask/for/dry-sensitive-skin) — High fit

## People Say

★4.8

Overall rating based on 300+ reviews

Reviewers most often praise EPICUTIS for deep hydration, redness reduction, and skin barrier repair. The most common complaints are high price point and small bottle size.

### Highlights

- Deep hydration and skin barrier support Mostly Mentioned “unparalleled level of hydration — lipid serum” “repair my barrier — lipid serum” “leaves my skin feeling clean and hydrated — Oil Cleanser”
- Calming and redness relief Mostly Mentioned “calmed my inflamed skin — lipid serum” “Significantly reduced redness — Lipid Recovery Mask”
- High prices Mostly Mentioned “Wish it were cheaper — Lipid Recovery Mask”

Sources: lovi.care, artofskincare.com, reddit.com, skinbeautifulrx.com, knoxglow.com, lovemyrosieskin.com, and more

## Questions and answers

### Is EPICUTIS worth it?

EPICUTIS may be worth it for shoppers seeking deep hydration, skin barrier support, and calming relief, though reviewers note the products have high prices. Lovi rates the EPICUTIS-focused routine Superior for dry, oily, sensitive, combination, and acne-prone skin.

### What are EPICUTIS's best products?

The lipid [serum](https://lovi.care/skincare/au/ingredients/serum) is the best product for dry and sensitive skin, where Lovi rates it Superior. For all other skin types, the lipid serum, Oil Cleanser, and Lipid Recovery Mask range from High to Superior fit.

### Which EPICUTIS moisturizer is best for dry skin?

The lipid serum is the best EPICUTIS moisturizer for dry skin, as Lovi rates it Superior for this skin type.

### Does EPICUTIS cause breakouts?

EPICUTIS is unlikely to cause breakouts because the lipid serum is rated High for acne-prone skin and reviewers often mention deep hydration and skin barrier support.

### Is EPICUTIS fragrance-free?

Yes, every one of the EPICUTIS products on this page lists no fragrance in its ingredients.

### What are the key ingredients in EPICUTIS products?

EPICUTIS products feature key ingredients such as [hyaluronic acid](https://lovi.care/skincare/au/ingredients/hyaluronic-acid), [glycerin](https://lovi.care/skincare/au/ingredients/glycerin), and [tocopherol](https://lovi.care/skincare/au/ingredients/vitamin-e) that help support deep hydration and skin barrier function. Reviewers frequently mention that these formulas provide soothing care and redness relief.

[Dermatologic Therapy, 2022](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/36200921/) [Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology, 2017](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/28860834/)

### How do I build a EPICUTIS skincare routine?

To build an EPICUTIS skincare routine, start by gently removing makeup with Oil Cleanser, follow with lipid serum to hydrate and soothe, and finish with Lipid Recovery Mask when your skin needs extra comfort. Lovi rates the EPICUTIS-focused routine Superior for dry skin, oily skin, sensitive skin, combination skin, and acne-prone skin.

### What are good alternatives to EPICUTIS?

Good alternatives to EPICUTIS include CeraVe, Cetaphil, Paula's Choice, Neutrogena, Kiehl's, and Dermalogica. Lovi rates CeraVe-focused routines High for dry, oily, sensitive, combination, and acne-prone skin.

### EPICUTIS vs CeraVe: which is better?

EPICUTIS is better than CeraVe because Lovi rates the EPICUTIS-focused routine Superior for dry, oily, sensitive, combination, and acne-prone skin, compared to High for CeraVe. Reviewers frequently note that EPICUTIS provides deep hydration and calms redness.

### Who owns EPICUTIS, and where is it from?

EPICUTIS is an American brand founded in 2020, owned by Signum Dermalogix, Inc..

[businesswire.com](https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20260728553882/en/GroundForce-Capital-Announces-Growth-Investment-in-Epicutis) [prnewswire.com](https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/signum-dermalogix-partners-with-elizabeth-arden-launches-product-containing-cosmetic-functional-ingredient-arazine-193296631.html) [beautymatter.com](https://beautymatter.com/articles/epicutis-closes-25-million-series-c) [epicutis.com](https://epicutis.com/pages/about)

### Is EPICUTIS cruelty-free?

PETA, Leaping Bunny, and Cruelty Free International, the registries Lovi checks, do not list EPICUTIS as cruelty-free.

## Research behind EPICUTIS's key ingredients

- [Formation and stability of oil-in-water nanoemulsions containing rice bran oil: in vitro and in vivo assessments](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/21952107/) Rice bran oil · Journal of Nanobiotechnology, 2011
- [Benefits of topical hyaluronic acid for skin quality and signs of skin aging: From literature review to clinical evidence](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/36200921/) Hyaluronic acid, Sodium hyaluronate · Dermatologic Therapy, 2022
- [Anti-aging and brightening effects of a topical treatment containing vitamin C, vitamin E, and raspberry leaf cell culture extract: A split-face, randomized controlled trial](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/31975502/) Tocopherol · Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2020
- [Effect of a topical antioxidant serum containing vitamin C, vitamin E, and ferulic acid after Q-switched 1064-nm Nd:YAG laser for treatment of environment-induced skin pigmentation](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/32052907/) Tocopherol · Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2020
- [The 24-hour skin hydration and barrier function effects of a hyaluronic 1%, glycerin 5%, and Centella asiatica stem cells extract moisturizing fluid: an intra-subject, randomized, assessor-blinded study](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/28860834/) Glycerin · Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology, 2017
- [Nanogel Containing Gamma-Oryzanol-Loaded Nanostructured Lipid Carriers and TiO2/MBBT: A Synergistic Nanotechnological Approach of Potent Natural Antioxidants and Nanosized UV Filters for Skin Protection](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37242453/) Rice bran oil · Pharmaceuticals, 2023
- [Effects of 1,3-propanediol associated, or not, with butylene glycol and/or glycerol on skin hydration and skin barrier function](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37699769/) Propanediol · International Journal of Cosmetic Science, 2024
- [Assessment of the Benefit of a Deep Cleansing Gel Containing Salicylic Acid 2%, Zinc Gluconate 0.2% and Lipohydroxy Acids 0.05% in Patients with Mild to Moderate Truncal Acne: Results from an Exploratory Study](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/36698447/) Zinc gluconate · Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology, 2023
- [Propanediol (and) Caprylic Acid (and) Xylitol as a New Single Topical Active Ingredient against Acne: In Vitro and In Vivo Efficacy Assays](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/34771112/) Propanediol · Molecules, 2021
- [Macadamia Nuts Oil in Nanocream and Conventional Cream as Skin Anti-Aging: A Comparative Study](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/32128005/) Macadamia ternifolia oil nut macadamia oil nut · Open Access Macedonian Journal of Medical Sciences, 2019
- [Efficacy and Tolerability of Stable Hybrid Cooperative Complexes of High- and Low-Molecular Weight Hyaluronic Acid in Asian Patients: An Open-Label Study](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/40921777/) Hydrolyzed sodium hyaluronate · Aesthetic Plastic Surgery, 2026
- [Nanocomplex of quaternized cyclodextrin grafted chitosan and hyaluronic acid for a skin delivery](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/36279763/) Hydrolyzed sodium hyaluronate · Colloids and Surfaces. B, Biointerfaces, 2022
- [Rapid and Visible Efficacy of a Dermocosmetic in Acne Patients With Fair Skin Phototypes: Results of a Randomized Split-Face Study](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/41487026/) Zinc gluconate · Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2026
- [Safety data on single application of emu and macadamia nut oil on human skin](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/29124097/) Macadamia ternifolia oil nut macadamia oil nut · Data in Brief, 2017

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## About the Lovi Fit

Lovi: Unbiased, science-based skincare AI trained on real user outcomes.

Lovi rates every product from its full ingredient list with brand-independent rules its 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. Levels from best to worst: Superior, High, Average, Low, Caution, Warning.

Behind these ratings: Nadia Kapleva, MS (Co-founder, Medical Director); Alexey Shagraev, PhD (Co-founder, CEO and CTO); Dr. Sofía Perea Pérez, MD, MSc (Medical Board); Aishani Shah, MD (Medical Board); Asya Zubkova, MS (Medical Board); Hanna Kurets, MD (Medical Board, Medical Advisor); Elina Nazarenko, MD (Medical Board); Victoria Derkova, MS (Medical Board).

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