Peter Thomas Roth skincare
Peter Thomas Roth is an American skincare brand founded in 1993 and owned by Peter Thomas Roth Labs LLC.
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Peter Thomas Roth is loved for its potent serums, targeted eye products, nourishing moisturizers, and clarifying masks that frequently feature hyaluronic acid and niacinamide. Its products suit sensitive skin and dry skin best, owing to their gentle yet effective formulations. Among the standout products for particular concerns, the Pumpkin Enzyme Mask suits acne-prone skin, the Potent-C Niacinamide Discoloration Treatment addresses skin with dark spots, and the FIRMx Peeling Gel benefits mature skin. Through its key ingredients, the brand delivers lasting care, as hyaluronic acid lengthens the duration of wrinkle reduction, while niacinamide improves wrinkles, pigmentation, and skin aging.
Dermatologic Therapy, 2022The British Journal of Dermatology, 2002
This page covers some of the most popular Peter Thomas Roth products; for the whole Peter Thomas Roth range, with a fit score for every product, use the Lovi app.
Peter Thomas Roth serums and treatments
People Say
★4.3Overall rating based on 21.0k+ reviewsReviewers most often praise Peter Thomas Roth for intense hydration, smoothing fine lines, and improving skin texture. The most common complaints are visible white residue and skin dryness or irritation.
Highlights
Soothing and refreshing eye products Mostly Mentioned
- “cooling sensation — Cucumber De-Tox Hydra-Gel Eye Patches”
- “liquid cloud of lightweight moisture — Water Drench Hyaluronic Cloud Hydrating Eye Gel”
- “moisturize and brighten — Cucumber De-Tox Hydra-Gel Eye Patches”
Anti-aging and hydrating serums Often Mentioned
- “Within minutes your face feels tight. — Instant FirmX Temporary Face Tightener”
- “Zero irritation — Retinol Fusion PM Night Serum”
- “Makes them look younger. — Instant FirmX Temporary Face Tightener”
Brightening and exfoliating serums Often Mentioned
- “Skin definitely looks squeaky clean and rejuvenated — Pumpkin Enzyme Mask”
- “Smells of warm pumpkin pie interspersed with cinnamon — Pumpkin Enzyme Mask”
- “exfoliates in a very gentle way without irritating my skin — FIRMx Peeling Gel”
High price point Often Mentioned
- “way too expensive — Water Drench Hyaluronic Cloud Cream”
- “taken aback by the price — Therapeutic Sulfur Mask”
Residue and texture issues Often Mentioned
- “white flakiness — Instant FIRMx Eye Temporary Eye Tightener”
- “Leaves a white powdery/chalky spot. — Instant FirmX Temporary Face Tightener”
- “makeup pilling — Instant FIRMx Eye Temporary Eye Tightener”
Irritation, burning, and dryness Sometimes Noted
- “can be drying — Therapeutic Sulfur Mask”
- “burned my skin — Max Complexion Correction Pads”
- “Made my face feel like I covered it in clay. — Instant FirmX Temporary Face Tightener”
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Other Peter Thomas Roth products
Questions and answers
Is Peter Thomas Roth good for oily skin?
Yes, Peter Thomas Roth is good for oily skin, with the brand-focused routine rating High for this skin type. Reviewers often mention the anti-aging and hydrating serums as well as brightening and exfoliating serums, while some note irritation, burning, and dryness.
Is Peter Thomas Roth worth it?
Peter Thomas Roth is worth considering, as Lovi rates the brand's routine Superior for dry skin and sensitive skin. Reviewers often mention positive anti-aging and brightening effects from the serums, though some note a high price point.
What are Peter Thomas Roth's best products?
Peter Thomas Roth features several top-performing items, including the Water Drench Hyaluronic Cloud Cream, Potent-C Niacinamide Discoloration Treatment, and FIRMx Peeling Gel, which earn high or superior fit ratings across multiple skin types. Reviewers frequently mention these options for their effective anti-aging, hydrating, brightening, and smoothing benefits.
Which Peter Thomas Roth moisturizer is best for dry skin?
The best moisturizer on this page for dry skin is Water Drench Hyaluronic Cloud Cream, which Lovi rates High, followed by PEPTIDE SKINJECTION with an Average fit. Hyaluronic acid helps keep skin hydrated.
Journal of Pharmacy & Pharmaceutical Sciences, 2015Dermatologic Therapy, 2022
Does Peter Thomas Roth cause breakouts?
Peter Thomas Roth may sometimes cause irritation, burning, and dryness, and reviewers note texture issues, but the brand offers targeted serums like Retinol Fusion PM Night Serum and Pumpkin Enzyme Mask that help with acne-prone skin.
Is Peter Thomas Roth fragrance-free?
Not all Peter Thomas Roth products on this page are fragrance-free, as 12 of the 16 products list no fragrance while four products include it.
What are the key ingredients in Peter Thomas Roth products?
The key ingredients in Peter Thomas Roth products include Vitamin C, hyaluronic acid, and niacinamide. Vitamin C and niacinamide help brighten dark spots and reduce signs of aging, while hyaluronic acid helps keep skin soft by drawing in moisture.
How do I build a Peter Thomas Roth skincare routine?
To build a Peter Thomas Roth routine for dry skin, start your morning with a hydrating cleanser and toner, followed by Water Drench Hyaluronic Cloud Cream and sunscreen. In the evening, use a double cleanse, FIRMx Peeling Gel, and the same cloud cream moisturizer. Once a week, add the Rice Probiotics Overnight Mask after your evening steps. Lovi rates the Peter Thomas Roth-focused routine for dry skin as Superior.
Where can I buy Peter Thomas Roth, and how much does it cost?
Peter Thomas Roth products can be bought in Spain on this page, with prices ranging from €26.99 to €53.95 and most items falling between €34.00 and €47.10.
What are good alternatives to Peter Thomas Roth?
Good alternatives to Peter Thomas Roth with pages on Lovi include CeraVe, Cetaphil, Paula's Choice, Neutrogena, Kiehl's, and Dermalogica. These similar brands offer various options depending on individual skin needs and routines.
Peter Thomas Roth vs CeraVe: which is better?
Peter Thomas Roth is better for sensitive skin, where Lovi rates the brand-focused routine Superior, whereas CeraVe is better for oily and combination skin. Reviewers often mention high prices and texture issues with Peter Thomas Roth products, alongside reports of occasional irritation or dryness.
Who owns Peter Thomas Roth, and where is it from?
Peter Thomas Roth is an American brand founded in 1993, owned by Peter Thomas Roth Labs LLC.
Is Peter Thomas Roth cruelty-free?
PETA, Leaping Bunny, and Cruelty Free International, the registries Lovi checks, do not list Peter Thomas Roth as cruelty-free.
Is Peter Thomas Roth good for dry skin?
Yes, Peter Thomas Roth is well-suited for dry skin, and Lovi rates the brand-focused routine for dry skin as Superior. Reviewers often mention anti-aging and hydrating serums, though some note irritation and dryness.
Journal of Pharmacy & Pharmaceutical Sciences, 2015Dermatologic Therapy, 2022
Is Peter Thomas Roth good for sensitive skin?
Yes, Peter Thomas Roth is good for sensitive skin because the brand-focused routine rates Superior for this skin type. Lovi rates Water Drench Hyaluronic Cloud Cream High for sensitive skin.
Is Peter Thomas Roth good for acne-prone skin?
Yes, Peter Thomas Roth is good for acne-prone skin, as Lovi rates the brand-focused routine High for this skin type. Reviewers often mention the brightening and exfoliating serums, while some note occasional irritation, burning, and dryness.
Is Peter Thomas Roth good for skin with dark spots?
Yes, Peter Thomas Roth is good for skin with dark spots because several of its serums and treatments target uneven pigment. Lovi rates the Potent-C Niacinamide Discoloration Treatment as Superior for skin with dark spots, and topical niacinamide helps reduce cutaneous pigmentation.
Is Peter Thomas Roth good for mature skin?
Yes, Peter Thomas Roth is good for mature skin, offering targeted anti-aging serums and eye products that help smooth and tighten the skin. Lovi rates the brand-focused routine for dry skin as Superior and sensitive skin as Superior, while key ingredients like retinol help stimulate collagen accumulation to address signs of aging.
The Journal of Investigative Dermatology, 2000Archives of Dermatology, 2007
Research behind Peter Thomas Roth's key ingredients
The Effect of Aloe Vera Clinical Trials on Prevention and Healing of Skin Wound: A Systematic Review
Bacterial cellulose membranes as drug delivery systems: an in vivo skin compatibility study
Molecular basis of retinol anti-ageing properties in naturally aged human skin in vivo
Anti-Wrinkle Benefits of Peptides Complex Stimulating Skin Basement Membrane Proteins Expression
Vitamin C-squalene bioconjugate promotes epidermal thickening and collagen production in human skin
Microneedling by dermapen and glycolic acid peel for the treatment of acne scars: Comparative study
Topical manganese peptide in the treatment of photodamaged skin
The evaluation of aluminum oxide crystal microdermabrasion for photodamage
Skin barrier changes induced by aluminum oxide and sodium chloride microdermabrasion
Clinical and histologic changes determine optimal treatment regimens for microdermabrasion
Functional properties and skin care effects of sodium trehalose sulfate
Targeting Circadian Rhythm for the Regulation of Skin Collagen Metabolism
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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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
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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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Dermatology MD
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Elina Nazarenko, MD
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Dermatology and diagnostic consultant
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Victoria Derkova, MS
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Cosmetic chemist, cosmetic development technologist
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