# SkinSmart skincare Page: https://lovi.care/skincare/ca/brands/skinsmart The Lovi Fit is the same in every country; only the stores and prices differ, and the ones here are for Canada. SkinSmart is an American skincare brand founded in 2017 and owned by NexPhase Capital since 2024. [prnewswire.com](https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/skinsmart-antimicrobial-launches-innovations-for-eczema--wounds-300511080.html) SkinSmart is loved for its gentle cleansers and simple formulas. Its products suit sensitive, blemish-prone, and reactive skin best because they rely on non-irritating, [hypochlorous acid](https://lovi.care/skincare/ca/ingredients/hypochlorous-acid) technology. For acne-prone skin, the standout product is the Antimicrobial Facial Cleanser. The brand provides reliable care without harsh additives or unnecessary fragrances. This page covers some of the most popular SkinSmart products; for the whole SkinSmart 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=pgf15d2d79e6). ### SkinSmart cleansers #### Cleansers - [Antimicrobial Facial Cleanser](https://lovi.care/skincare/ca/p/skinsmart/antimicrobial-facial-cleanser/for/combination-skin) — High fit — [CA$25.79 at Amazon](https://www.amazon.ca/dp/B07VRFC3Y7?tag=lovi-care-web-product01-20&linkCode=osi&th=1&psc=1) ## Questions and answers ### Is SkinSmart worth it? SkinSmart may be worth it because Lovi rates the SkinSmart-focused routine Superior for dry, oily, sensitive, combination, and acne-prone skin. Every product from the SkinSmart products on this page lists no fragrance. ### What are SkinSmart's best products? SkinSmart features the Antimicrobial Facial Cleanser, which Lovi rates High for oily, combination, sensitive, and acne-prone skin, and Average for dry skin. The SkinSmart products on this page are fragrance-free. ### Which SkinSmart cleanser is best for oily skin? Antimicrobial Facial Cleanser is the best choice for oily skin, with Lovi rating it High for oily skin. The SkinSmart products on this page list no fragrance in their ingredients. ### Does SkinSmart cause breakouts? SkinSmart is unlikely to cause breakouts, as its cleanser is formulated for acne-prone skin and helps manage blemishes. Lovi rates the SkinSmart-focused routine Superior for acne-prone skin. [Dermatology Practical & Conceptual, 2021](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/34123555/) ### Is SkinSmart fragrance-free? Yes, every product among the SkinSmart products on this page lists no fragrance in its ingredients. ### What are the key ingredients in SkinSmart products? SkinSmart products feature [hypochlorous acid](https://lovi.care/skincare/ca/ingredients/hypochlorous-acid) as their key ingredient, which helps calm the skin and manage blemishes. [Journal of Drugs in Dermatology, 2023](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/38051837/) [Dermatology Practical & Conceptual, 2021](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/34123555/) ### How do I build a SkinSmart skincare routine? To build a SkinSmart routine, you start by using the Antimicrobial Facial Cleanser to help keep your skin calm and clear. Lovi rates the SkinSmart-focused routine Superior for dry, oily, sensitive, combination, and acne-prone skin. ### Where can I buy SkinSmart, and how much does it cost? SkinSmart products are available at stores in Canada, with prices starting at CA$25.79. ### What are good alternatives to SkinSmart? Good alternatives to SkinSmart with pages on Lovi include CeraVe, Cetaphil, Paula's Choice, Neutrogena, Kiehl's, and Dermalogica. ### SkinSmart vs CeraVe: which is better? SkinSmart and CeraVe both achieve a Superior fit for dry, oily, sensitive, combination, and acne-prone skin on Lovi. Shoppers can choose between them based on individual preference, as both brands excel across these common skin types. ### Who owns SkinSmart, and where is it from? SkinSmart is an American brand founded in 2017, owned by NexPhase Capital since 2024. [prnewswire.com](https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/skinsmart-antimicrobial-launches-innovations-for-eczema--wounds-300511080.html) ### Is SkinSmart cruelty-free? PETA, Leaping Bunny, and Cruelty Free International, the registries Lovi checks, do not list SkinSmart as cruelty-free. ## Research behind SkinSmart's key ingredients - [Effect of Hypochlorous Acid on Blepharitis through Ultrasonic Atomization: A Randomized Clinical Trial](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/36769811/) Hypochlorite ion · Journal of Clinical Medicine, 2023 - [Sodium Hypochlorite 0.005% Versus Placebo in the Treatment of Mild to Moderate Acne: A Double-Blind Randomized Controlled Trial](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/34123555/) Hypochlorite ion · Dermatology Practical & Conceptual, 2021 - [Topical Stabilized Super-Oxidized Hypochlorous Acid for Wound Healing in Hair Restoration Surgery: A Real-Time Usage-Controlled Trial Evaluating Safety, Efficacy, and Tolerability](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/38051837/) Hypochlorous acid · Journal of Drugs in Dermatology, 2023 - [An Acid-Oxidising Solution Containing Hypochlorous Acid Reduces Staphylococcus aureus and Improves Bacterial Diversity in Epidermolysis Bullosa Wounds](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/40803690/) Hypochlorous acid · Experimental Dermatology, 2025 - [Periprocedural Use of Hypochlorous Acid Mist for Improving Healing and Cosmesis of the Face After Laser](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/40832716/) Hypochlorous acid · Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2025 ## Similar brands - American skincare: [CeraVe](https://lovi.care/skincare/ca/brands/cerave) - American skincare: [Cetaphil](https://lovi.care/skincare/ca/brands/cetaphil) - American skincare: [Paula's Choice](https://lovi.care/skincare/ca/brands/paula-s-choice) - American skincare: [Neutrogena](https://lovi.care/skincare/ca/brands/neutrogena) - American skincare: [Kiehl's](https://lovi.care/skincare/ca/brands/kiehl-s) - American skincare: [Dermalogica](https://lovi.care/skincare/ca/brands/dermalogica) - American skincare: [Good Molecules](https://lovi.care/skincare/ca/brands/good-molecules) - American skincare: [Clinique](https://lovi.care/skincare/ca/brands/clinique) - American skincare: [SkinCeuticals](https://lovi.care/skincare/ca/brands/skinceuticals) - American skincare: [Estée Lauder](https://lovi.care/skincare/ca/brands/estee-lauder) ## Popular brands - Korean skincare: [SKIN1004](https://lovi.care/skincare/ca/brands/skin1004) - Korean skincare: [Anua](https://lovi.care/skincare/ca/brands/anua) - Korean skincare: [Medicube](https://lovi.care/skincare/ca/brands/medicube) - Canadian skincare: [The Ordinary](https://lovi.care/skincare/ca/brands/the-ordinary) - Korean skincare: [Beauty of Joseon](https://lovi.care/skincare/ca/brands/beauty-of-joseon) - Korean skincare: [COSRX](https://lovi.care/skincare/ca/brands/cosrx) - French skincare: [La Roche-Posay](https://lovi.care/skincare/ca/brands/la-roche-posay) - Korean skincare: [Dr. Althea](https://lovi.care/skincare/ca/brands/dr-althea) - Korean skincare: [Some By Mi](https://lovi.care/skincare/ca/brands/some-by-mi) - Korean skincare: [Torriden](https://lovi.care/skincare/ca/brands/torriden) - Korean skincare: [celimax](https://lovi.care/skincare/ca/brands/celimax) - Korean skincare: [Purito](https://lovi.care/skincare/ca/brands/purito) - Korean skincare: [ROUND LAB](https://lovi.care/skincare/ca/brands/round-lab) - Korean skincare: [AXIS-Y](https://lovi.care/skincare/ca/brands/axis-y) - Korean skincare: [d'Alba](https://lovi.care/skincare/ca/brands/d-alba) - Korean skincare: [LANEIGE](https://lovi.care/skincare/ca/brands/laneige) - Korean skincare: [Haruharu Wonder](https://lovi.care/skincare/ca/brands/haruharu-wonder) - Korean skincare: [Pyunkang Yul](https://lovi.care/skincare/ca/brands/pyunkang-yul) - Korean skincare: [innisfree](https://lovi.care/skincare/ca/brands/innisfree) - French skincare: [Caudalie](https://lovi.care/skincare/ca/brands/caudalie) ## 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). Page built Nov 8, 2026. 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