Skinbetter Science skincare
Skinbetter Science is an American skincare brand founded in 2016 and owned by L'Oréal Group since 2022.
Skinbetter Science is beloved for its sophisticated moisturizers, targeted serums, and gentle cleansers, all driven by advanced formulas. Its products suit dry skin and sensitive skin best, owing to their soothing and balancing nature. For specific concerns, the standout products include the Trio Rebalancing Moisture Treatment for acne-prone skin, the Even Tone Correcting Serum™ for skin with dark spots, and the Alto Advanced Defense and Repair Serum for mature skin. Through thoughtful formulation, the brand delivers reliable care for those seeking refined daily results.
This page covers some of the most popular Skinbetter Science products; for the whole Skinbetter Science range, with a fit score for every product, use the Lovi app.
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People Say
★4.6Overall rating based on 1.6k+ reviewsReviewers most often praise Skinbetter Science for visible improvements in skin texture, enhanced radiance and tone, and effective anti-aging and pigmentation benefits without harsh side effects. The most common complaints are initial purging or dryness and the high price point.
Highlights
Gentle and effective moisturizers Mostly Mentioned
- “No redness or peeling — AlphaRet Overnight Cream”
- “Heavy hydration without weight — Trio Rebalancing Moisture Treatment”
- “Softened forehead lines — AlphaRet Overnight Cream”
Effective and elegant serums Mostly Mentioned
- “Feels lightweight and silky — Alto Advanced Defense and Repair Serum”
- “Cheek shadow is about half gone — Even Tone Correcting Serum™”
- “Calms visible redness — Even Tone Correcting Serum™”
High price point Mostly Mentioned
- “Very expensive — AlphaRet Overnight Cream”
- “Very pricey — Alto Advanced Defense and Repair Serum”
Minor serum complaints Sometimes Noted
- “It works! It's slow — Even Tone Correcting Serum™”
- “Less moisturizing than expected — Even Tone Correcting Serum™”
- “Bottle was halfway done quickly — Even Tone Correcting Serum™”
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Questions and answers
Is Skinbetter Science good for oily skin?
Yes, Skinbetter Science is good for oily skin, as Lovi rates the brand-focused routine Superior for this skin type. Reviewers mostly mention that the brand offers effective and elegant serums along with gentle and effective moisturizers.
Is Skinbetter Science worth it?
Skinbetter Science is worth considering for dry, sensitive, and dry sensitive skin, for which Lovi rates the brand-focused routines Superior. Reviewers mostly mention gentle and effective moisturizers as well as effective and elegant serums, though they frequently note a high price point. Additionally, the Skinbetter Science products on this page list no fragrance in their ingredients.
What are Skinbetter Science's best products?
Skinbetter Science's best products are Trio Rebalancing Moisture Treatment, which Lovi rates Superior for dry skin, and Even Tone Correcting Serum, which Lovi rates High for dry skin and skin with dark spots. The Skinbetter Science products on this page list no fragrance in their ingredients.
Which Skinbetter Science moisturizer is best for dry skin?
The best moisturizer for dry skin is Trio Rebalancing Moisture Treatment, which Lovi rates Superior for dry skin, followed by AlphaRet Overnight Cream with a High fit level.
Does Skinbetter Science cause breakouts?
Skinbetter Science is unlikely to cause breakouts, as Lovi rates acne-prone skin High for both the AlphaRet Overnight Cream and the Even Tone Correcting Serum.
Is Skinbetter Science fragrance-free?
Yes, every one of the Skinbetter Science products on this page lists no fragrance in its ingredients. Reviewers mostly mention that these items are gentle and effective moisturizers as well as effective and elegant serums.
What are the key ingredients in Skinbetter Science products?
Skinbetter Science products feature key ingredients like niacinamide and sodium hyaluronate, which help support skin hydration and reduce dark spots. Lovi rates the brand-focused routine Superior for dry skin.
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How do I build a Skinbetter Science skincare routine?
To build a Skinbetter Science routine for dry skin, apply the AlphaRet Overnight Cream as your moisturizer in the morning and evening, complemented by a gentle cleanser and SPF during the day. Lovi rates the Skinbetter Science-focused routine for dry skin as Superior. Reviewers note that the brand offers effective moisturizers and elegant serums.
Where can I buy Skinbetter Science, and how much does it cost?
Skinbetter Science products are available on Lovi with stores in Germany, and they are priced from €12.99.
What are good alternatives to Skinbetter Science?
CeraVe, Cetaphil, Paula's Choice, Neutrogena, Kiehl's, and Dermalogica are good alternatives with pages on Lovi.
Skinbetter Science vs CeraVe: which is better?
Skinbetter Science is better for dry skin, where Lovi rates the Skinbetter Science-focused routine Superior and the CeraVe-focused routine High. For oily, sensitive, combination, and acne-prone skin, both brands rate Superior on Lovi.
Who owns Skinbetter Science, and where is it from?
Skinbetter Science is an American brand founded in 2016, owned by L'Oréal Group since 2022.
Is Skinbetter Science cruelty-free?
PETA, Leaping Bunny, and Cruelty Free International, the registries Lovi checks, do not list Skinbetter Science as cruelty-free.
Is Skinbetter Science good for dry skin?
Yes, Skinbetter Science is good for dry skin, and Lovi rates the brand-focused routine Superior for dry skin. Reviewers mostly mention that the brand offers gentle and effective moisturizers.
Which Skinbetter Science cleanser is best for oily skin?
The Refining Foam Cleanser is the best choice from this page for oily skin, as Lovi rates it High for that skin type.
Is Skinbetter Science good for sensitive skin?
Yes, Skinbetter Science fits sensitive skin well, as Lovi rates the brand-focused routine Superior for sensitive skin and the Skinbetter Science products on this page list no fragrance. Reviewers mostly mention that the brand offers gentle and effective moisturizers.
Is Skinbetter Science good for acne-prone skin?
Yes, Skinbetter Science is good for acne-prone skin, and Lovi rates the brand-focused routine Superior for this skin type. Reviewers mostly mention that the brand offers gentle and effective moisturizers as well as effective and elegant serums. Additionally, the Skinbetter Science products on this page list no fragrance in their ingredients.
Is Skinbetter Science good for skin with dark spots?
Skinbetter Science helps with dark spots, and Lovi rates Even Tone Correcting Serum High for skin with dark spots. The Skinbetter Science products on this page list no fragrance.
Is Skinbetter Science good for mature skin?
Yes, Skinbetter Science is good for mature skin, with Lovi rating the brand-focused routine Superior for it and the individual products like Trio Rebalancing Moisture Treatment scoring High. Reviewers mostly mention that these are effective and elegant serums alongside gentle and effective moisturizers, though the price point is high.
Research behind Skinbetter Science's key ingredients
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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Specialist dermatologist, MBBS, MD, IFAAD
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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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