NATURIUM skincare
NATURIUM is an American skincare brand founded in 2019 and owned by e.l.f. Beauty, Inc. since 2023.
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NATURIUM's products on this page cover serums, moisturizers, sunscreens, eye products, and more, built around hyaluronic acid, niacinamide, and vitamin c. NATURIUM products fit dry skin and combination skin best. For acne-prone skin, Lovi rates the Azelaic Topical Acid 10% highest; for skin with dark spots, the Dew-Glow Moisturizer SPF 50; and for mature skin, the Tranexamic Topical Acid 5%. Its key ingredients: niacinamide improves skin aging and reduces hyperpigmentation.
The British Journal of Dermatology, 2002
This page covers some of the most popular NATURIUM products; for the whole NATURIUM range, with a fit score for every product, use the Lovi app.
NATURIUM serums and treatments
- Azelaic Topical Acid 10%
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Vitamin C Complex Serum
€29.76
- Tranexamic Topical Acid 5%
- BHA Liquid Exfoliant 2%
- Retinol Complex Serum
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Niacinamide Serum 12% Plus Zinc 2%
€23.90
- Retinaldehyde Cream Serum 0.05%
- Azelaic Acid Emulsion 10%
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Vitamin C Super Serum Plus
€52.99
- Glycolic Acid Resurfacing Gel 10%
- Salicylic Acid Body Spray 2%
- Alpha Arbutin Serum 2%
People Say
★4.6Overall rating based on 20.8k+ reviewsReviewers most often praise NATURIUM for effective brightening, lightweight textures, and improved skin texture. The most common complaints are breakouts and skin irritation.
Highlights
Hydrating moisturizers Mostly Mentioned
- “instantly soothes — Barrier Bounce”
- “gloriously dewy — Barrier Bounce”
- “plumps fine lines — Multi-Peptide Moisturizer”
Improves skin texture Often Mentioned
- “face is so smooth — Azelaic Topical Acid 10%”
- “smoothens skin — Retinol Complex Serum”
- “skin felt smoother — Vitamin C Super Serum Plus”
Brightens and evens skin tone Often Mentioned
- “skin looks drastically better — Vitamin C Complex Serum”
- “Skin looks so bright — Tranexamic Topical Acid 5%”
- “noticeable glow — Vitamin C Super Serum Plus”
Gentle, non-irritating serums Often Mentioned
- “zero irritation — Retinaldehyde Cream Serum 0.05%”
- “comfortable and hydrated — Azelaic Topical Acid 10%”
- “didn't dry out my skin like others — BHA Liquid Exfoliant 2%”
Value for money Sometimes Noted
- “unbeatable for the price — BHA Liquid Exfoliant 2%”
- “affordable — Multi-Peptide Moisturizer”
- “affordable alternative — Vitamin C Complex Serum”
Clears acne and blemishes Sometimes Noted
- “decreased congestion — Azelaic Topical Acid 10%”
- “cleared up acne — Retinol Complex Serum”
- “holygrail for acne — Retinaldehyde Cream Serum 0.05%”
Causes breakouts or purging Sometimes Noted
- “Made me breakout — Tranexamic Topical Acid 5%”
- “bad purging period — Retinol Complex Serum”
- “broke me out so bad — Niacinamide Serum 12% Plus Zinc 2%”
Skin irritation and reactions Sometimes Noted
- “rash and hives — Vitamin C Complex Serum”
- “Smelly — Tranexamic Topical Acid 5%”
- “stings and burns — Barrier Bounce”
Ineffective or slow results Sometimes Noted
- “Didn't do anything — Tranexamic Topical Acid 5%”
- “taken weeks/months — Retinaldehyde Cream Serum 0.05%”
- “plateaued after a few weeks — Azelaic Topical Acid 10%”
Packaging malfunctions and issues Sometimes Noted
- “tube is hard to squeeze — Multi-Peptide Eye Cream”
- “dropper is difficult — Vitamin C Super Serum Plus”
- “pump arrived broken — Multi-Peptide Moisturizer”
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Questions and answers
Is NATURIUM good for oily skin?
Yes, NATURIUM is a great choice for oily skin. Lovi rates the NATURIUM-focused routine Superior for oily skin.
Is NATURIUM worth it?
NATURIUM is worth it for shoppers seeking affordable and effective skincare, as Lovi rates the brand's routines as Superior across dry, oily, sensitive, combination, and acne-prone skin. Reviewers frequently praise the line for hydrating moisturizers and gentle serums that improve skin texture and brighten tone.
Which NATURIUM moisturizer is best for dry skin?
Barrier Bounce is the best NATURIUM moisturizer for dry skin, rating Superior, while Multi-Peptide Moisturizer also rates High.
Does NATURIUM cause breakouts?
Yes, some shoppers note that NATURIUM may occasionally cause breakouts or purging. Reviewers mention that the brand's clarifying and exfoliating treatments help clear blemishes, while Lovi rates the NATURIUM-focused routine Superior for acne-prone skin.
What are the key ingredients in NATURIUM products?
The key ingredients across the NATURIUM products on this page are hyaluronic acid, niacinamide, and vitamin C. Sodium hyaluronate helps improve skin quality and signs of aging, while niacinamide is beneficial for reducing dark spots and controlling skin pigmentation.
Journal of Pharmacy & Pharmaceutical Sciences, 2015The British Journal of Dermatology, 2002
Where can I buy NATURIUM, and how much does it cost?
NATURIUM is available for purchase at stores in Germany. Prices on the page range from €23.90 to €126.85, with most products costing between €29.76 and €52.99.
What are good alternatives to NATURIUM?
Good alternatives to NATURIUM with brand pages on Lovi include CeraVe, Cetaphil, Paula's Choice, Neutrogena, Kiehl's, and Dermalogica. Lovi rates the NATURIUM-focused routine Superior for dry skin, oily skin, sensitive skin, combination skin, and acne-prone skin.
NATURIUM vs CeraVe: which is better?
Lovi rates the NATURIUM-focused routine Superior for dry, oily, sensitive, combination, and acne-prone skin, matching CeraVe for most skin types while offering slightly higher fit for dry skin.
Who owns NATURIUM, and where is it from?
NATURIUM is an American brand founded in 2019, owned by e.l.f. Beauty, Inc. since 2023.
Is NATURIUM cruelty-free?
Yes: Leaping Bunny and PETA list NATURIUM as cruelty-free.
Is NATURIUM vegan?
Yes: PETA lists NATURIUM as a vegan company.
Is NATURIUM good for dry skin?
Yes, NATURIUM is a great choice for dry skin, as Lovi rates the NATURIUM-focused routine Superior for this skin type. Reviewers often mention that the hydrating moisturizers help keep skin soft and smooth.
Journal of Pharmacy & Pharmaceutical Sciences, 2015Dermatologic Therapy, 2022
Which NATURIUM sunscreen is best for sensitive skin?
Dew-Glow Moisturizer SPF 50 is the best sunscreen on this page for sensitive skin, as Lovi rates it Superior for sensitive skin.
Is NATURIUM good for sensitive skin?
Yes, NATURIUM is a great choice for sensitive skin, as Lovi rates the NATURIUM-focused routine Superior for this skin type. Reviewers frequently mention that the brand's serums are gentle and non-irritating.
Is NATURIUM good for acne-prone skin?
Yes, NATURIUM is a great choice for acne-prone skin because Lovi rates the NATURIUM-focused routine Superior for this skin type. Reviewers often mention that the brand helps clear acne and blemishes while keeping serums gentle and non-irritating.
Is NATURIUM good for mature skin?
Yes, NATURIUM is good for mature skin, and Lovi rates the brand-focused routine High for dry skin and Superior for sensitive, combination, and acne-prone skin. The NATURIUM products on this page help improve skin texture and reduce the signs of aging with key ingredients like retinol, vitamin c, and hyaluronic acid.
The Journal of Investigative Dermatology, 2000Archives of Dermatology, 2007
Research behind NATURIUM'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
Vitamin C-squalene bioconjugate promotes epidermal thickening and collagen production in human skin
Reduction in the appearance of facial hyperpigmentation by topical N-acetyl glucosamine
Microneedling by dermapen and glycolic acid peel for the treatment of acne scars: Comparative study
Topical glutathione amino acid precursors protect skin against environmental and oxidative stress
Supramolecular collagen nanoparticles for anti-wrinkle, skin whitening, and moisturizing effects
Clinical evidence of the efficacy and safety of a new multi-peptide anti-aging topical eye serum
Moisturizing Effects of Diglycerol Combined with Glycerol on Human Stratum Corneum
The anti wrinkle efficacy of synthetic hexapeptide (Argireline) in Chinese Subjects
Targeting Circadian Rhythm for the Regulation of Skin Collagen Metabolism
Retrospective Review of Dermal Safety Studies of Organic Sunscreens
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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