ZO Skin Health skincare
ZO Skin Health is an American skincare brand founded in 2007 and owned by Blackstone Inc. since 2020.
ZO Skin Health is loved for its thoughtful range of serums, cleansers, masks, and eye products, all formulated with hydrating glycerin. Its products suit mature skin and oily acne-prone skin best, as these powerful formulas address diverse needs effectively. The standout products for particular concerns include the Exfoliation Accelerator for acne-prone skin, the Exfoliating Cleanser for skin with dark spots, and the Growth Factor Serum for mature skin. Through daily use, its key ingredients provide benefits, as glycerin significantly increased skin hydration and restored barrier function.
This page covers some of the most popular ZO Skin Health products; for the whole ZO Skin Health range, with a fit score for every product, use the Lovi app.
Other ZO Skin Health products
People Say
★4.7Overall rating based on 9.8k+ reviewsReviewers most often praise ZO Skin Health for improving skin texture, brightening dull complexions, and reducing fine lines. The most common complaints are the high price point and the potential for skin irritation or breakouts.
Highlights
Skin smoothness and texture improvement Often Mentioned
- “skin instantly became baby smooth — Exfoliating Polish”
- “Smoother skin — Exfoliation Accelerator”
- “Skin feels amazingly soft — Enzymatic Peel”
Radiance and brightening Often Mentioned
- “looking for glowing baby like skin — Exfoliating Polish”
- “Glowing complexion — Exfoliation Accelerator”
- “gorgeous glow — Retinol Skin Brightener”
Lightweight serums Often Mentioned
- “The lightweight gel feels refreshing upon application — Growth Factor Serum”
- “absorbs quickly — Daily Power Defense”
- “Lightweight and tolerable formulation. — Firming Serum”
Reduces oil and refines pores Sometimes Noted
- “Helps keep surface oils under control. — Complexion Renewal Pads”
- “Pores look smaller — Instant Pore Refiner”
- “Very affective to reduce oil and make my pore smaller. — Complexion Clearing Masque”
High price point Mostly Mentioned
- “my wallet winced — Exfoliating Polish”
- “Premium pricing might not suit budget-conscious buyers — Growth Factor Serum”
- “very expensive — Daily Power Defense”
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Questions and answers
Is ZO Skin Health good for oily skin?
Yes, ZO Skin Health is a good option for oily skin, as Lovi rates the ZO Skin Health-focused routine Superior for this skin type. Reviewers frequently note that the products help reduce oil and refine pores while leaving the skin smooth and soft.
Is ZO Skin Health worth it?
Deciding if ZO Skin Health is worth it depends on your budget, as reviewers mostly mention a high price point alongside benefits like improved skin smoothness and texture. Lovi rates the brand-focused routines Superior for dry, oily, sensitive, combination, and acne-prone skin types.
What are ZO Skin Health's best products?
ZO Skin Health fits best for mature skin, oily acne-prone skin, and oily skin through its brand-focused routines. Reviewers often mention skin smoothness, texture improvement, and radiance.
Which ZO Skin Health cleanser is best for oily skin?
The Exfoliating Cleanser is the best choice for oily skin, while the Gentle Cleanser is also an option. Lovi rates the Exfoliating Cleanser High for oily skin.
Does ZO Skin Health cause breakouts?
ZO Skin Health is unlikely to cause breakouts, as the brand features products that are well-suited for acne-prone skin. Reviewers sometimes note that these products help reduce oil and refine pores. Lovi rates the ZO Skin Health-focused routine Superior for acne-prone skin.
Is ZO Skin Health fragrance-free?
No, the ZO Skin Health products on this page are not all fragrance-free, as 9 out of the 15 products list added fragrance. Reviewers often mention benefits like improved smoothness and radiance, though some note the high price point.
What are the key ingredients in ZO Skin Health products?
Where can I buy ZO Skin Health, and how much does it cost?
ZO Skin Health products are available in stores across France, with prices ranging from €65.00 to €235.00 and most items falling between €142.47 and €187.58.
What are good alternatives to ZO Skin Health?
Good alternatives to ZO Skin Health include brands with pages on Lovi like CeraVe, Cetaphil, Paula's Choice, Neutrogena, Kiehl's, and Dermalogica. These alternative brands offer various product options depending on individual skin needs and preferences.
ZO Skin Health vs CeraVe: which is better?
ZO Skin Health rates Superior for dry skin, oily skin, sensitive skin, combination skin, and acne-prone skin, whereas CeraVe rates High for dry skin and sensitive skin, and Superior for oily skin, combination skin, and acne-prone skin. Reviewers often mention skin smoothness and radiance improvements from ZO Skin Health, though some note a high price point.
Who owns ZO Skin Health, and where is it from?
ZO Skin Health is an American brand founded in 2007, owned by Blackstone Inc. since 2020.
Is ZO Skin Health cruelty-free?
PETA, Leaping Bunny, and Cruelty Free International, the registries Lovi checks, do not list ZO Skin Health as cruelty-free.
Is ZO Skin Health good for dry skin?
Lovi rates ZO Skin Health-focused routines Superior for dry skin, though individual products on the page typically show average fit for dry skin. Reviewers often mention skin smoothness and texture improvement, while noting a high price point.
Is ZO Skin Health good for sensitive skin?
Yes, ZO Skin Health is good for sensitive skin, as Lovi rates the brand-focused routine Superior for this skin type. Reviewers often mention skin smoothness and texture improvement, though some of the products on this page contain fragrance.
Is ZO Skin Health good for acne-prone skin?
Yes, ZO Skin Health is good for acne-prone skin, as Lovi rates its brand-focused routine Superior for this skin type. Reviewers often note that the products help smooth skin texture and reduce oil, though shoppers should keep in mind that they carry a high price point.
Is ZO Skin Health good for skin with dark spots?
Yes, ZO Skin Health is good for skin with dark spots, featuring products like Retinol Skin Brightener and Brightalive Skin Brightener that Lovi rates High for this concern. Reviewers often mention improvements in radiance and brightening, though the brand is mostly noted for its high price point.
The British Journal of Dermatology, 2002Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2020
Is ZO Skin Health good for mature skin?
Yes, ZO Skin Health is good for mature skin because the brand-focused routine rates Superior for this skin type. Reviewers often mention improvements in skin smoothness and texture. Some products like Exfoliating Polish and Exfoliation Accelerator rate High and Superior for mature skin.
Research behind ZO Skin Health's key ingredients
The effect of niacinamide on reducing cutaneous pigmentation and suppression of melanosome transfer
The Effect of Aloe Vera Clinical Trials on Prevention and Healing of Skin Wound: A Systematic Review
Enzyme plus light therapy to repair DNA damage in ultraviolet-B-irradiated human skin
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
Apigenin inhibits UVA-induced cytotoxicity in vitro and prevents signs of skin aging 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
Salicyloyl-phytosphingosine: a novel agent for the repair of photoaged skin
Moisturizing potentials of ascorbyl palmitate and calcium ascorbate in various topical formulations
Moisturizing Effects of Diglycerol Combined with Glycerol on Human Stratum Corneum
Safety of a preservative system containing 1,2-hexanediol and caprylyl glycol
A bioactive complex to protect proteins from UV-induced oxidation in human epidermis
Anti-Aging Efficacy of Low-Molecular-Weight Polydeoxyribonucleotide Derived from Paeonia lactiflora
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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