SVR skincare
SVR is a French skincare brand founded in 1962 and owned by Kresk Group since 2014.
SVR is beloved for its refined serums and expertly crafted formulas. Its products suit oily skin and combination skin best due to this targeted formulation approach. The standout product for particular concerns is the Sebiaclear Serum for acne-prone skin. The brand consistently delivers gentle, reliable care for complex dermatological needs.
This page covers some of the most popular SVR products; for the whole SVR range, with a fit score for every product, use the Lovi app.
SVR serums and treatments
Questions and answers
Is SVR good for oily skin?
Yes, SVR is great for oily skin, and Lovi rates the brand-focused routine Superior for it. The SVR products on this page are fragrance-free, and Sebiaclear Serum earns a Superior fit for oily and acne-prone skin.
Is SVR worth it?
SVR is worth it for oily and combination skin, where Lovi rates the brand-focused routines Superior. The SVR products on this page list no fragrance in their ingredients.
What are SVR's best products?
SVR fits oily skin, combination skin, and acne-prone skin best, with Sebiaclear Serum being a top choice for these skin types. Lovi rates Sebiaclear Serum Superior for oily, combination, and acne-prone skin.
Does SVR cause breakouts?
SVR is unlikely to cause breakouts because the brand fits acne-prone skin best, and Lovi rates Sebiaclear Serum Superior for oily acne-prone skin. Every SVR product on this page also lists no fragrance.
BioMed Research International, 2020Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2024
Is SVR fragrance-free?
Yes, every one of the SVR products on this page lists no fragrance in its ingredients. This means the range is free of added scents, which helps keep sensitive skin calm.
What are the key ingredients in SVR products?
SVR products contain key active ingredients like niacinamide, salicylic acid, gluconolactone, and Camellia japonica flower extract, which help improve skin texture, clear blemishes, and soothe irritation.
The British Journal of Dermatology, 2002BioMed Research International, 2020
How do I build a SVR skincare routine?
To build a routine for dry skin with SVR, start in the morning with a cleanser, a toner, a moisturizer, and an SPF. In the evening, use a pre-cleanser, a cleanser, Sebiaclear Serum, and a moisturizer. Once a week, add a nourishing mask into your evening steps before the serum.
Where can I buy SVR, and how much does it cost?
SVR products are available at stores in France, with prices ranging from €15.50.
What are good alternatives to SVR?
Good alternatives to SVR with pages on Lovi include La Roche-Posay, Caudalie, Bioderma, Avène, Garnier SkinActive, and Garnier. For dry skin specifically, Lovi rates the La Roche-Posay-focused routine as Superior.
SVR vs La Roche-Posay: which is better?
SVR and La Roche-Posay are both great options, with average fit depending on your skin type. Lovi rates the SVR-focused routine as Superior for dry, oily, sensitive, combination, and acne-prone skin.
Who owns SVR, and where is it from?
SVR is a French brand founded in 1962, owned by Kresk Group since 2014.
Is SVR cruelty-free?
PETA, Leaping Bunny, and Cruelty Free International, the registries Lovi checks, do not list SVR as cruelty-free.
Is SVR good for dry skin?
SVR is not the best choice for dry skin, as Lovi rates Sebiaclear Serum Low for dry skin and Caution for dry sensitive skin. However, the SVR products on this page list no fragrance in their ingredients.
Is SVR good for sensitive skin?
Yes, SVR is good for sensitive skin because Lovi rates the SVR-focused routine Superior for sensitive skin. Every SVR product on this page lists no fragrance in its ingredients.
Is SVR good for acne-prone skin?
Yes, SVR is well suited for acne-prone skin because Lovi rates the brand-focused routine Superior for this skin type. Sebiaclear Serum also achieves a Superior fit for keeping oily, acne-prone skin clear.
Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology, 2019The Australasian Journal of Dermatology, 1992
Is SVR good for skin with dark spots?
SVR helps with skin with dark spots because Sebiaclear Serum rates High for skin with dark spots. The niacinamide in SVR products helps reduce cutaneous pigmentation.
The British Journal of Dermatology, 2002Scientific Reports, 2024
Is SVR good for mature skin?
SVR rates High for mature skin because Sebiaclear Serum helps smooth skin and target signs of aging.
Scientific Reports, 2024Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2021
Research behind SVR's key ingredients
The effect of niacinamide on reducing cutaneous pigmentation and suppression of melanosome transfer
Effect of Camellia japonica oil on human type I procollagen production and skin barrier function
Protective effects of Camellia japonica flower extract against urban air pollutants
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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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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