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Palmer's skincare

Palmer's is an American skincare brand founded in 1840 and owned by E.T. Browne Drug Co., Inc. since 1971.

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Palmer's is cherished for its nourishing serums and rich moisturizers, which are infused with essential vitamins. Its products suit mature skin and dry skin best. The standout solutions for targeted concerns include the Eventone Fade Cream for acne-prone skin, the Cocoa Butter for skin with dark spots, and the Skin Therapy Oil for mature skin. These key ingredients work effectively, as vitamin E reduces pollution pigmentation and skin aging signs.

Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2022

This page covers some of the most popular Palmer's products; for the whole Palmer's range, with a fit score for every product, use the Lovi app.

People Say

★4.5Overall rating based on 30.8k+ reviews

Reviewers most often praise Palmer's for fading dark spots, moisturizing properties, and fast-absorbing dry oil texture. The most common complaints are heavy or greasy texture and overpowering scent.

Highlights

  • Deep hydration Mostly Mentioned
    • “skin drinks it up — Skin Therapy Oil”
    • “keeps my sensitive skin moist — Skin Success Anti-Dark Spot Fade Cream”
    • “Leaves the skin soft and hydrated. — Eventone Fade Cream”
  • Dark spot fading Mostly Mentioned
    • “acne scars really fade away — Skin Success Anti-Dark Spot Fade Cream”
    • “stretch marks are lighter — Skin Therapy Oil”
    • “Seen the spots fading. — Eventone Fade Cream”
  • Value products Often Mentioned
    • “super cheap — Skin Success Anti-Dark Spot Fade Cream”
    • “better than expensive brands — Skin Therapy Oil”
  • Skin improvement Often Mentioned
    • “not greasy at all — Skin Therapy Oil”
    • “brightens overall skin tone — Skin Success Anti-Dark Spot Fade Cream”
  • Slow results Mostly Mentioned
    • “It's not an instant fix. — Eventone Fade Cream”
    • “no change after a month — Skin Success Anti-Dark Spot Fade Cream”
    • “didn't change old marks — Skin Therapy Oil”
  • Unpleasant scent Often Mentioned
    • “distinctive lavender smell — Skin Success Anti-Dark Spot Fade Cream”
    • “smell is overpowering — Skin Therapy Oil”
    • “Has a smell that can't really be described. — Eventone Fade Cream”
  • Heavy, greasy texture Often Mentioned
    • “thick and hard to rub in — Skin Success Anti-Dark Spot Fade Cream”
    • “Takes a while to completely absorb. — Eventone Fade Cream”

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Questions and answers

Is Palmer's good for oily skin?

Yes, Palmer's is a good fit for oily skin, as Lovi rates the Palmer's-focused routine High for oily skin. Reviewers often mention deep hydration and skin improvement, though the brand can feel heavy and greasy.

Is Palmer's worth it?

Palmer's is worth it for shoppers seeking budget-friendly items, with prices ranging from $6.06 to $11.52. Reviewers frequently mention good value and skin improvement, though some note a heavy texture and slow results.

What are Palmer's's best products?

Eventone Fade Cream is Palmer's best product for skin with dark spots, where Lovi rates its fit as High. For dry skin, Cocoa Butter, Skin Therapy Oil, Eventone Fade Cream, and Scar Serum all reach an Average fit. Reviewers most often mention deep hydration and dark spot fading as key benefits of these products.

Which Palmer's moisturizer is best for dry skin?

Eventone Fade Cream is the best Palmer's moisturizer for dry skin, as Lovi rates it Average for this skin type. Reviewers mostly mention that the products provide deep hydration.

Does Palmer's cause breakouts?

Palmer's Cocoa Butter, Skin Success Anti-Dark Spot Fade Cream, and Skin Therapy Oil may cause breakouts because Lovi rates them as a Warning for acne-prone skin. Reviewers often mention a heavy, greasy feel that can clog pores.

Is Palmer's fragrance-free?

Not all of the Palmer's products on this page are fragrance-free, as 4 out of 5 products list no fragrance while Skin Success Anti-Dark Spot Fade Cream contains it.

What are the key ingredients in Palmer's products?

Vitamin E is a key ingredient across the Palmer's products on this page. Reviewers often mention deep hydration among the brand's effects.

How do I build a Palmer's skincare routine?

To build a Palmer's routine for dry skin in the morning, apply Toleriane Hydrating Gentle Cleanser, Calming Deep Moisture Toner, Skin Therapy Oil, and Piedmont Waterfull Mild Sunscreen. In the evening, use Ultra Hyalon Cleansing Cream, Toleriane Hydrating Gentle Cleanser, Skin Success Anti-Dark Spot Fade Cream, and Skin Therapy Oil. Once a week, add Vita Essential Mask to the evening steps.

Where can I buy Palmer's, and how much does it cost?

Palmer's products on this page are available on Amazon US. Prices range from $6.06 to $11.52, with most items falling between $6.06 and $11.52.

What are good alternatives to Palmer's?

Good alternatives to Palmer's include brands with pages on Lovi such as CeraVe, Cetaphil, Paula's Choice, Neutrogena, Kiehl's, and Dermalogica. Lovi rates CeraVe-focused routines as Superior for dry skin, oily skin, sensitive skin, combination skin, and acne-prone skin, compared to High for Palmer's routines.

Palmer's vs CeraVe: which is better?

Palmer's is less well suited for dry, oily, sensitive, combination, and acne-prone skin than CeraVe, since Lovi rates the Palmer's-focused routines High for these skin types while CeraVe-focused routines reach Superior fit levels.

Who owns Palmer's, and where is it from?

Palmer's is an American brand founded in 1840, owned by E.T. Browne Drug Co., Inc. since 1971.

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Is Palmer's cruelty-free?

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

Is Palmer's good for dry skin?

Yes, Palmer's is good for dry skin, as the brand-focused routine fits dry skin at a High level and the products help provide deep hydration. Lovi rates Cocoa Butter, Skin Therapy Oil, Eventone Fade Cream, and Scar Serum as Average for dry skin, while Skin Success Anti-Dark Spot Fade Cream carries a warning for it.

Is Palmer's good for sensitive skin?

Palmer's is good for sensitive skin because Lovi rates the brand's routines High for sensitive skin. Reviewers often mention deep hydration while noting a heavy, greasy texture.

Is Palmer's good for acne-prone skin?

Palmer's helps acne-prone skin with some products while others may cause breakouts, making the brand-focused routine fit High. Lovi rates the Eventone Fade Cream as Average for this skin type, whereas the Cocoa Butter and Skin Therapy Oil get warning or caution levels.

Is Palmer's good for skin with dark spots?

Palmer's includes specific products like Eventone Fade Cream that may help with dark spots, for which Lovi rates it High for skin with dark spots. Reviewers often mention dark spot fading alongside slow results.

Is Palmer's good for mature skin?

Yes, Palmer's is a good match for mature skin, and Lovi rates the Palmer's-focused routine High for dry skin. Reviewers often mention that the products help improve skin, though results may be slow.

Research behind Palmer's's key ingredients

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