StriVectin skincare
StriVectin is an American skincare brand founded in 2002 and owned by Hildred Capital Management since 2021.
StriVectin is warmly embraced for its targeted serums and restorative masks, supported by its advanced formulas. Its products suit dry skin and acne-prone skin best, thanks to these nourishing and clarifying properties. The standout products for particular concerns include the Super-C Retinol Brighten & Correct Vitamin C Serum for acne-prone skin, the AR Night Treatment for skin with dark spots, and the TL Advanced Tightening Neck Cream PLUS for mature skin. These carefully balanced components work harmoniously to support the skin's daily needs.
This page covers some of the most popular StriVectin products; for the whole StriVectin range, with a fit score for every product, use the Lovi app.
People Say
★4.6Overall rating based on 6.8k+ reviewsReviewers most often praise StriVectin for effectively addressing fine lines and wrinkles, smoothing rough texture, and providing deep hydration. The most common complaints are strong fragrance and skin dryness.
Highlights
Anti-aging and skin smoothing serums Mostly Mentioned
- “neck instantly looked smoother — TL Advanced Tightening Neck Cream PLUS”
- “skin feels thoroughly clean — Daily Reveal Exfoliating Pads”
- “helped lift saggy skin — TL Advanced Tightening Neck Cream PLUS”
Hydrating and lightweight serums Mostly Mentioned
- “absorbs instantly — Super-C Retinol Brighten & Correct Vitamin C Serum”
- “absorbs well without residue — TL Advanced Tightening Neck Cream PLUS”
- “intense hydration — AR™ Night Treatment”
Brightening and glowing serums Mostly Mentioned
- “skin looks radiant — Super-C Retinol Brighten & Correct Vitamin C Serum”
- “wonders for dark spots — Daily Reveal Exfoliating Pads”
- “neck looks brighter — TL Advanced Tightening Neck Cream PLUS”
Gentle serums Often Mentioned
- “no stinging or redness — Super-C Retinol Brighten & Correct Vitamin C Serum”
- “gentle enough to use every day — AR™ Night Treatment”
Pore minimizing and plumping serums Often Mentioned
- “clean my pores out — Daily Reveal Exfoliating Pads”
- “skin feels juicy — Super-C Retinol Brighten & Correct Vitamin C Serum”
Expensive products Often Mentioned
- “price is steep — TL Advanced Tightening Neck Cream PLUS”
- “too expensive — Super-C Retinol Brighten & Correct Vitamin C Serum”
- “comes at a pretty steep price — AR™ Night Treatment”
Strong fragrance and scent Often Mentioned
- “smell is overwhelming — Super-C Retinol Brighten & Correct Vitamin C Serum”
- “smells slightly like chemicals — TL Advanced Tightening Neck Cream PLUS”
- “could not get over the scent — AR™ Night Treatment”
Skin irritation and dryness Sometimes Noted
- “irritated my neck — TL Advanced Tightening Neck Cream PLUS”
- “dried my skin out — Daily Reveal Exfoliating Pads”
- “little bit harsh — Daily Reveal Exfoliating Pads”
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Questions and answers
Is StriVectin good for oily skin?
Yes, StriVectin is well-suited for oily skin. Lovi rates the StriVectin-focused routine Superior for oily skin. Reviewers often mention that these products help brighten and smooth the skin while remaining lightweight.
Is StriVectin worth it?
StriVectin products are well-liked for smoothing and brightening the skin, but reviewers note they can be quite expensive and have a strong scent. Lovi rates the StriVectin-focused routines as Superior for dry, oily, sensitive, combination, and acne-prone skin types.
What are StriVectin's best products?
StriVectin fits dry, acne-prone, and oily skin best with its brand-focused routines, rating Superior for each. Reviewers often mention its anti-aging, smoothing, hydrating, and lightweight serums as top choices.
Does StriVectin cause breakouts?
Is StriVectin fragrance-free?
No, the StriVectin products on this page are not fragrance-free, as four out of the five listed products include added scents.
What are the key ingredients in StriVectin products?
StriVectin products feature key ingredients like retinol, niacinamide, sodium hyaluronate, and vitamin C. Retinol helps smooth mature skin, while niacinamide and vitamin C help brighten skin tone and fade dark spots. Sodium hyaluronate supports skin hydration.
The Journal of Investigative Dermatology, 2000The British Journal of Dermatology, 2002
How do I build a StriVectin skincare routine?
To build a StriVectin routine for dry skin, start your morning with a gentle cleanser, a hydrating toner, a spray serum, and sunscreen. In the evening, use a pre-cleanser followed by your cleanser, apply the TL Advanced Tightening Neck Cream PLUS, and finish with a spray serum. Once a week, add a nourishing mask into your evening routine before applying the neck cream.
Where can I buy StriVectin, and how much does it cost?
StriVectin is available on this page with prices in Germany ranging from €31.50 to €39.40.
What are good alternatives to StriVectin?
Good alternatives to StriVectin include CeraVe, Cetaphil, Paula's Choice, Neutrogena, Kiehl's, and Dermalogica. These similar skincare brands also have dedicated pages on Lovi for shoppers to explore.
StriVectin vs CeraVe: which is better?
StriVectin and CeraVe tie for oily, sensitive, combination, and acne-prone skin, as Lovi rates their brand-focused routines Superior for all of them. For dry skin, the StriVectin-focused routine is Superior, while the CeraVe-focused routine is High.
Who owns StriVectin, and where is it from?
StriVectin is an American brand founded in 2002, owned by Hildred Capital Management since 2021.
Is StriVectin cruelty-free?
PETA, Leaping Bunny, and Cruelty Free International, the registries Lovi checks, do not list StriVectin as cruelty-free.
Is StriVectin good for dry skin?
StriVectin fits dry skin well, as Lovi rates the StriVectin-focused routine Superior for dry skin. Reviewers often mention hydrating and lightweight serums in the range, and the brand-focused routines best suit this skin type. However, the products on this page may feature strong fragrances or scents that could cause dryness or irritation for some users.
Is StriVectin good for sensitive skin?
StriVectin fits sensitive skin well, as Lovi rates the brand-focused routine Superior for sensitive skin. Reviewers often mention that the serums are gentle, though individual products on this page may cause skin irritation and dryness.
Is StriVectin good for acne-prone skin?
Yes, StriVectin is well suited for acne-prone skin, as Lovi rates the brand-focused routine Superior for this skin type. Super-C Retinol Brighten & Correct Vitamin C Serum also offers High fit for acne-prone skin.
Is StriVectin good for skin with dark spots?
StriVectin is generally an average match for skin with dark spots, with some individual products like the Super-C Retinol Brighten & Correct Vitamin C Serum falling into that range. Reviewers often mention its brightening serums, and ingredients like vitamin C help reduce pigmentation.
The British Journal of Dermatology, 2002Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2020
Is StriVectin good for mature skin?
StriVectin is generally good for mature skin, with products like AR™ Night Treatment rating High for this skin type. Reviewers mostly mention its anti-aging and skin-smoothing serums, and ingredients like retinol help improve the signs of aging in skin.
The Journal of Investigative Dermatology, 2000Archives of Dermatology, 2007
Research behind StriVectin'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
Encapsulation and controlled release of retinol from silicone particles for topical delivery
Effect of myristyl nicotinate on retinoic acid therapy for facial photodamage
Nanocomplex of quaternized cyclodextrin grafted chitosan and hyaluronic acid for a skin delivery
Histometric assessment of the age-related skin response to 2-hydroxy-5-octanoyl benzoic acid
Treatment with Ascorbyl Glucoside-Arginine Complex Ameliorates Solar Lentigos
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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