StriVectin TL Advanced Tightening Neck Cream PLUS for sensitive skin
Nia-114 Technology
Gravitate-Cf Lifting Complex
Acetyl Dipeptide-1 Cetyl Ester
Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid
Ceramide 2
Average
- SuperiorNormal Skin Fit
- AverageEffectiveness
- HighSafety
Works for sensitive skin; other serums fit it better.
This fit is calculated for the concerns frequently associated with sensitive skin: redness, stinging, and reactions to new products. For scores and recommendations based on your full skin profile, including your 12D face scan results and any goals or preferences you have, please use the Lovi app.
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Lovi Assistant explains
- Offers excellent firming and tightening for normal skin due to Myristyl Nicotinate and Tetrapeptide-21, but lacks specialized ingredients to address your redness and irritation concerns.
- While Glycerin and Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid provide hydration, the formula does not offer targeted support for inflammation.
- The product is safe for your sensitive skin, with Bisabolol offering soothing benefits and no harsh ingredients present.
How to apply
- Use your serum in the PM routine, starting 3 times a week before building up to daily use if your skin is happy.
- Apply the serum after cleansing and toning, but before putting on your moisturizer for the best results.
- Gently press 2-3 drops of the serum into your skin and wait a minute ⏱ for it to soak in.
- Since your skin is sensitive and easily irritated, apply the serum on completely dry skin to help keep it calm.
- Always do a patch test before your first use and avoid getting the serum too close to your eyes .
People Say
★4.6Overall rating based on 2.5k+ reviewsBased on a very large amount of data, users frequently praise this cream for effectively addressing "tech neck," horizontal lines, and crepey texture, with many noting visibly smoother and firmer skin. While results on deep sagging vary, the majority of reviewers report significant improvements in hydration and skin tone, often seeing a difference within a few weeks of consistent use.
Highlights
Smooths lines Mostly Mentioned
- “neck instantly looked smoother”
- “wrinkles were less noticeable”
- “diminished appearance of lines”
Excellent texture Often Mentioned
- “absorbs well without residue”
- “silky going on”
- “rich and buttery”
Improves firmness Often Mentioned
- “helped lift saggy skin”
- “jawline feels more defined”
- “improvement in firmness”
Expensive product Often Mentioned
- “price is steep”
- “wish it was cheaper”
- “waiting for a sale to buy”
Hydrates and brightens Sometimes Noted
- “neck looks brighter”
- “leaves skin feeling hydrated”
- “nourished without being greasy”
Strong fragrance Sometimes Noted
- “smells slightly like chemicals”
- “scent was too strong”
- “gave me a headache”
Jar packaging Rarely Noted
- “hate the jar packaging”
- “prefer a pump”
- “oxygen exposure concerns”
Skin irritation Rarely Noted
- “irritated my neck”
- “caused a rash”
- “too harsh for sensitive skin”
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Questions and answers
How well does StriVectin TL Advanced Tightening Neck Cream PLUS work for sensitive skin?
This cream works decently for sensitive skin, though other products fit it better because it lacks targeted ingredients to calm redness and irritation. A product for this skin needs soothing agents and ingredients that reduce redness and irritation while keeping the skin calm and balanced.
Which ingredients make this cream a good fit for sensitive skin?
Bisabolol makes this cream a good fit for sensitive skin by offering soothing benefits, while glycerin and hydrolyzed hyaluronic acid provide gentle hydration. To work best for sensitive skin, a product of this type needs calming ingredients that actively soothe redness and irritation.
What does Niacin do for sensitive skin?
Niacinamide helps calm sensitive skin by supporting the skin barrier and reducing redness without causing irritation. It is unlikely to trigger discomfort and works to keep skin smooth and comfortable.
International Journal of Cosmetic Science, 2019Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2004
What does Gravitate-Cf do for sensitive skin?
Gravitate-Cf helps calm sensitive skin and keeps it feeling soft and smooth. It is unlikely to cause irritation and supports a healthy, balanced feel throughout the day.
Where does this cream go in a skincare routine for sensitive skin?
This treatment goes in the evening routine after your toner and before your moisturizer. It is safe for your sensitive skin, but a product for this skin needs added calming ingredients to help soothe redness and irritation.
Can I use this cream with retinol, and in what order?
You can use this cream in the evening after your retinol treatment, as it is safe for your sensitive skin with soothing bisabolol and no harsh ingredients. This type of product needs extra ingredients to calm redness and irritation, along with targeted support for inflammation.
How often should I use this cream?
You can use this treatment in your evening routine, applying it once a day. A product of this type for sensitive skin needs soothing ingredients and targeted support for redness and inflammation.
Can this cream clog pores, cause breakouts or purging for sensitive skin?
This cream is unlikely to clog pores or cause breakouts on sensitive skin, as it contains soothing ingredients and has a low complaint rate for irritation. However, because it is an average fit for your skin, a cream for sensitive skin needs calming ingredients like centella extract and a fragrance-free formula to better target redness and irritation.
Is this cream fragrance-free and alcohol-free?
It has no drying alcohol and contains fragrance (parfum, benzyl alcohol, and limonene). Cetearyl alcohol, stearyl alcohol, cetyl alcohol, behenyl alcohol, and arachidyl alcohol are fatty alcohols, which soften the skin.
What the research says
A single application of a moisturizing fluid containing hyaluronic acid 1%, glycerin 5%, and Centella asiatica stem cells extract significantly increased skin hydration by 29% and reduced transepidermal water loss at 24 hours compared to baseline and an untreated control site in twenty healthy women.
Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology, 2017Topical post-laser application of human adipocyte-derived mesenchymal stem cell media combined with niacinamide significantly improved wrinkle index, melanin index, patient satisfaction, and investigator esthetic improvement scores compared to vehicle cream in patients with aging skin.
Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2021Topical nicotinamide prevented solar-simulated UV-induced immunosuppression in healthy volunteers, and men experienced immunosuppression at solar-simulated UV doses three times lower than those required for women.
The Journal of Investigative Dermatology, 2008Topical 5% niacinamide applied twice daily for 12 weeks reduced fine lines and wrinkles, hyperpigmented spots, red blotchiness, and skin sallowness, and improved skin elasticity compared to vehicle control in 50 female white subjects with facial photoaging.
Dermatologic Surgery, 2005Cosmetic products containing 4-t-butylcyclohexanol demonstrated a faster and more pronounced soothing effect on capsaicin-induced burning compared to those containing acetyl dipeptide-1 cetyl ester in volunteers with sensitive skin.
Journal of the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology, 2016Topical application of 0.1% hyaluronic acid formulations of different molecular weights led to significant improvements in skin hydration and elasticity, with low-molecular-weight formulations also significantly reducing wrinkle depth in seventy-six female subjects compared to a vehicle control.
Journal of Drugs in Dermatology, 2011Topical application of hyaluronic acid in conjunction with free gingival graft significantly reduced donor site postoperative pain until day 7 compared to normal saline, with no significant differences in graft dimensions or patient satisfaction.
Clinical Oral Investigations, 2022Treatment with a hyaluronic acid-containing mouth rinse or topical gel led to significant lesion reduction, pain relief, and normalization of lesion color in adult patients with minor recurrent aphthous stomatitis, with the gel formulation showing an earlier healing onset at 3 days.
BMC Oral Health, 2019
Why other serums fit sensitive skin better
Topical application of TAT-SOD significantly suppresses UVB-induced erythema formation, blood flow rise, and apoptotic sunburn cell formation in human volunteers compared to a vehicle control.
European Journal of Pharmaceutics and Biopharmaceutics, 2016Topically applied Avena sativa and Avena Rhealba oatmeal extracts significantly reduced skin irritation parameters including a* parameter increase and blood flow increase compared to vehicle in 12 healthy individuals subjected to the sodium lauryl sulfate irritation model.
Skin Pharmacology and Applied Skin Physiology, 2002
Ingredients
Butyrospermum Parkii Butter Shea Butter, Glycerin, Butylene Glycol, Isononyl Isononanoate, Caprylic Capric Triglyceride, Myristyl Nicotinate, C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate, Cetearyl Alcohol, Glyceryl Stearate, Peg-100 Stearate, Hydrogenated Ethylhexyl Olivate, Dimethicone, Stearyl Alcohol, Cetyl Alcohol, Pentylene Glycol, Steareth-2, Behenyl Alcohol, Ethylene Acrylic Acid Copolymer, Sodium Polystyrene Sulfonate, Acetyl Dipeptide-1 Cetyl Ester, Algae Extract, Ceramide Ng, Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid, Tetrapeptide-21, Zingiber Officinale Root Extract, Caprylyl Glycol, Panthenol, Sorghum Bicolor Stalk Juice, C13-14 Isoparaffin, Bisabolol, Sorbitan Laurate, Pullulan, Laureth-7, Cyathea Cumingii Leaf Extract, Hydroxyethylcellulose, Acrylates C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer, Hydrogenated Olive Oil, Parfum, Xanthan Gum, Sodium Hydroxide, Lactic Acid, Tetrasodium Edta, Bht, Phenoxyethanol, Chlorphenesin, Poloxamer, Silica, Arachidyl Alcohol, Lignoceryl Alcohol, Glyceryl Caprylate, Cinnamic Acid, Levulinic Acid, Sodium Levulinate, Citric Acid, Sodium Benzoate, Potassium Sorbate, Sorbic Acid, Benzoic Acid, Benzyl Alcohol, Limonene
Behind this fit score
Lovi calculates every fit score from the 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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