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SkinMedica skincare

Rated by Lovi · Unbiased, science-based skincare AI trained on real user outcomes · How the Fit score works

SkinMedica is an American skincare brand founded in 1999 and owned by AbbVie Inc. since 2020.

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SkinMedica is loved for its luxurious moisturizers, potent serums, gentle cleansers, and targeted eye products, all driven by sophisticated scientific formulas. Its products suit mature, blemish-prone, and uneven skin types best. The standout products for particular concerns include the AHA/BHA Exfoliating Cleanser for acne-prone skin, the Ultra Sheer Moisturizer for skin with dark spots, and the TNS Eye Repair for mature skin. Through consistent daily use, the brand provides reliable nourishment that supports long-term skin health.

This page covers some of the most popular SkinMedica products; for the whole SkinMedica range, with a fit score for every product, use the Lovi app.

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People Say

★4.6Overall rating based on 13.9k+ reviews

Reviewers most often praise SkinMedica for potent anti-aging benefits, deep and lasting hydration, and improved skin texture. The most common complaints are its high price tag and issues with breakouts or heavy formulas for oily skin.

Highlights

  • Hydrating and softening moisturizers Mostly Mentioned
    • “Keeps dry skin away entirely — HA5 Rejuvenating Hydrator”
    • “My skin feels moisturized all day long. — Dermal Repair Cream”
    • “Very hydrating — Rejuvenative Moisturizer”
  • Anti-aging and skin smoothing serums Mostly Mentioned
    • “can make the world of difference in your fine lines and wrinkles — TNS Advanced+ Serum”
    • “Neck rings are disappearing — Retinol Complex”
    • “my skin had much more elasticity — TNS Advanced+ Serum”
  • Gentle and effective cleansers Mostly Mentioned
    • “gentle enough to use everyday — AHA/BHA Exfoliating Cleanser”
    • “pores look smaller and more empty — AHA/BHA Exfoliating Cleanser”
    • “leaves skin soft — Facial Cleanser”
  • Easy-to-use and sensitive-safe serums Mostly Mentioned
    • “Easy pump bottle — Retinol Complex”
    • “anti aging treatment that works for sensitive skin — TNS Advanced+ Serum”
    • “It doesn't irritate my skin like others. — Even & Correct Advanced Brightening Treatment”
  • High price point Mostly Mentioned
    • “The price tag is steep — TNS Advanced+ Serum”
    • “Fairly expensive — HA5 Rejuvenating Hydrator”
    • “expensive for a wash — Facial Cleanser”
  • Packaging and dispenser issues Often Mentioned
    • “One of the pumps failed on me — TNS Advanced+ Serum”
    • “serum ran out before the cream that you mix it with — TNS Advanced+ Serum”
    • “hate dipping finger in jar — TNS Eye Repair”
  • Causes breakouts or skin irritation Often Mentioned
    • “Slight adjustment period — Retinol Complex”
    • “Burned my face — Retinol Complex”
    • “Caused acne — Rejuvenative Moisturizer”
  • Slow results or ineffective performance Sometimes Noted
    • “not moisturizing enough — Ultra Sheer Moisturizer”
    • “I don't see any difference after finishing my 1st bottle. — Even & Correct Advanced Brightening Treatment”
    • “Deemed as a fake — HA5 Rejuvenating Hydrator”

Sources: lovi.care, dermapproved.com, lovelyskin.com, ellemesmedspa.com, walmart.com, theskinspot.com, and more

Questions and answers

Is SkinMedica worth it?

SkinMedica may be worth it for shoppers looking for softening moisturizers and smoothing serums, though reviewers often mention a high price point and occasional skin irritation. Lovi rates the SkinMedica-focused routine Superior for dry, oily, sensitive, combination, and acne-prone skin.

What are SkinMedica's best products?

SkinMedica's best products are the Ultra Sheer Moisturizer, which Lovi rates Superior for sensitive skin, skin with dark spots, and mature skin, and the HA5 Rejuvenating Hydrator, which Lovi rates Superior for dry skin.

Which SkinMedica moisturizer is best for dry skin?

The best SkinMedica moisturizer for dry skin is HA5 Rejuvenating Hydrator, which Lovi rates Superior. Ultra Sheer Moisturizer and Dermal Repair Cream also fit dry skin well, rating High.

Does SkinMedica cause breakouts?

Yes, SkinMedica may cause breakouts or skin irritation, as reviewers often mention this issue. Lovi rates the acne-prone fit for SkinMedica-focused routines as Superior.

Is SkinMedica fragrance-free?

No, not all SkinMedica products on this page are fragrance-free, as Dermal Repair Cream, Facial Cleanser, and Rejuvenative Moisturizer contain fragrance. The other seven products on the page list no fragrance.

What are the key ingredients in SkinMedica products?

Hyaluronic acid is a key ingredient featured across the SkinMedica products on this page.

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How do I build a SkinMedica skincare routine?

To build a SkinMedica skincare routine, start by cleansing the face with a cleanser such as the AHA/BHA Exfoliating Cleanser or Facial Cleanser. Next, apply a targeted serum like the TNS Advanced+ Serum or Retinol Complex, and finish by smoothing on a moisturizer such as the HA5 Rejuvenating Hydrator or Ultra Sheer Moisturizer.

What are good alternatives to SkinMedica?

CeraVe, Cetaphil, Paula's Choice, Neutrogena, Kiehl's, and Dermalogica are good alternatives to SkinMedica. These similar brands also have pages on Lovi.

SkinMedica vs CeraVe: which is better?

SkinMedica-focused routines and CeraVe-focused routines both fit dry skin, oily skin, sensitive skin, combination skin, and acne-prone skin well. Lovi rates the SkinMedica-focused routine Superior for dry skin, oily skin, sensitive skin, combination skin, and acne-prone skin, while the CeraVe-focused routine is rated High for dry skin and Superior for the others.

Who owns SkinMedica, and where is it from?

SkinMedica is an American brand founded in 1999, owned by AbbVie Inc. since 2020.

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Is SkinMedica cruelty-free?

PETA, Leaping Bunny, and Cruelty Free International, the registries Lovi checks, do not list SkinMedica as cruelty-free.

Which SkinMedica cleanser is best for oily skin?

The AHA/BHA Exfoliating Cleanser is the best SkinMedica cleanser for oily skin, while the Facial Cleanser is an average match.

Research behind SkinMedica's key ingredients

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.

  • Nadia Kapleva, MS

    Nadia Kapleva, MS

    Co-founder, Medical Director

    Cosmetic chemist, cosmetologist, aesthetic products developer

  • Alexey Shagraev, PhD

    Alexey Shagraev, PhD

    Co-founder, CEO and CTO

    PhD in computer science, 3x US patent holder, ex-Google, ex-Yandex

  • Dr. Sofía Perea Pérez, MD, MSc

    Dr. Sofía Perea Pérez, MD, MSc

    Medical Board

    Aesthetic medicine practitioner, MSc in Longevity and Anti-Aging Medicine

  • Aishani Shah, MD

    Aishani Shah, MD

    Medical Board

    Specialist dermatologist, MBBS, MD, IFAAD

  • Asya Zubkova, MS

    Asya Zubkova, MS

    Medical Board

    Cosmetic chemist, SCS, IFSCC member

  • Hanna Kurets, MD

    Hanna Kurets, MD

    Medical Board, Medical Advisor

    Dermatology MD

  • Elina Nazarenko, MD

    Elina Nazarenko, MD

    Medical Board

    Dermatology and diagnostic consultant

  • Victoria Derkova, MS

    Victoria Derkova, MS

    Medical Board

    Cosmetic chemist, cosmetic development technologist

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