StriVectin skincare
StriVectin is an American skincare brand founded in 2002 and owned by Hildred Capital Management since 2021.
Skincare enthusiasts cherish StriVectin for its nourishing serums and restorative masks, anchored by its advanced formulas. Its products suit dry skin and oily skin best, owing to their targeted compositions. The standout choices for specific needs include the Super-C Retinol Brighten & Correct Vitamin C Serum for acne-prone skin, the AR™ Night Treatment for skin with dark spots, and the TL Advanced Tightening Neck Cream PLUS for mature skin. These carefully balanced offerings work gently to support a refined and healthy complexion.
This page covers some of the most popular StriVectin products; for the whole StriVectin range, with a fit score for every product, use the Lovi app.
People Say
★4.6Overall rating based on 6.8k+ reviewsReviewers most often praise StriVectin for effectively addressing fine lines and wrinkles, smoothing rough texture, and providing deep hydration. The most common complaints are strong fragrance and skin dryness.
Highlights
Anti-aging and skin smoothing serums Mostly Mentioned
- “neck instantly looked smoother — TL Advanced Tightening Neck Cream PLUS”
- “skin feels thoroughly clean — Daily Reveal Exfoliating Pads”
- “helped lift saggy skin — TL Advanced Tightening Neck Cream PLUS”
Hydrating and lightweight serums Mostly Mentioned
- “absorbs instantly — Super-C Retinol Brighten & Correct Vitamin C Serum”
- “absorbs well without residue — TL Advanced Tightening Neck Cream PLUS”
- “intense hydration — AR™ Night Treatment”
Brightening and glowing serums Mostly Mentioned
- “skin looks radiant — Super-C Retinol Brighten & Correct Vitamin C Serum”
- “wonders for dark spots — Daily Reveal Exfoliating Pads”
- “neck looks brighter — TL Advanced Tightening Neck Cream PLUS”
Gentle serums Often Mentioned
- “no stinging or redness — Super-C Retinol Brighten & Correct Vitamin C Serum”
- “gentle enough to use every day — AR™ Night Treatment”
Pore minimizing and plumping serums Often Mentioned
- “clean my pores out — Daily Reveal Exfoliating Pads”
- “skin feels juicy — Super-C Retinol Brighten & Correct Vitamin C Serum”
Expensive products Often Mentioned
- “price is steep — TL Advanced Tightening Neck Cream PLUS”
- “too expensive — Super-C Retinol Brighten & Correct Vitamin C Serum”
- “comes at a pretty steep price — AR™ Night Treatment”
Strong fragrance and scent Often Mentioned
- “smell is overwhelming — Super-C Retinol Brighten & Correct Vitamin C Serum”
- “smells slightly like chemicals — TL Advanced Tightening Neck Cream PLUS”
- “could not get over the scent — AR™ Night Treatment”
Skin irritation and dryness Sometimes Noted
- “irritated my neck — TL Advanced Tightening Neck Cream PLUS”
- “dried my skin out — Daily Reveal Exfoliating Pads”
- “little bit harsh — Daily Reveal Exfoliating Pads”
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Questions and answers
Is StriVectin good for oily skin?
Yes, StriVectin is a good match for oily skin, as Lovi rates the StriVectin-focused routine Superior for this skin type. Reviewers often mention its pore-minimizing serums, and the selection includes daily exfoliating pads that average an Average fit for oily skin.
Is StriVectin worth it?
StriVectin may be worth it for shoppers looking for anti-aging, hydrating, and brightening serums, though some find the products expensive and heavily scented. Lovi rates the StriVectin-focused routines Superior for dry, oily, sensitive, combination, and acne-prone skin.
What are StriVectin's best products?
StriVectin fits dry, oily, and mature skin best, supported by top-rated brand routines. Reviewers frequently mention anti-aging, smoothing, hydrating, and brightening serums as favorites across the range.
Does StriVectin cause breakouts?
StriVectin may sometimes cause skin irritation and dryness, but reviewers note that the brand offers anti-aging and smoothing serums that are often gentle. Lovi rates acne-prone skin fit as Superior for StriVectin-focused routines.
Is StriVectin fragrance-free?
No, the StriVectin products on this page generally contain fragrance, as only one out of the five products lists no fragrance.
What are the key ingredients in StriVectin products?
StriVectin products feature key ingredients like retinol, niacinamide, vitamin C, and hyaluronic acid. These components help smooth wrinkles, brighten skin, and boost hydration.
The Journal of Investigative Dermatology, 2000The British Journal of Dermatology, 2002
How do I build a StriVectin skincare routine?
To build a StriVectin skincare routine for dry skin, follow a daily regimen featuring cleansers and toners, followed by the TL Advanced Tightening Neck Cream PLUS serum and Advanced Ceramide Lift and Firm Night Cream moisturizers in the evening, with sunscreen in the morning. Lovi rates the StriVectin-focused routine Superior for dry skin.
Where can I buy StriVectin, and how much does it cost?
StriVectin is available on Lovi pages featuring stores in Ireland. Prices on the page range from €28.00 to €64.98, with most products falling between €28.00 and €64.98.
What are good alternatives to StriVectin?
Good alternatives to StriVectin with dedicated pages on Lovi include CeraVe, Cetaphil, Paula's Choice, Neutrogena, Kiehl's, and Dermalogica. These alternative brands offer various skincare routines and products that may suit different skin needs.
StriVectin vs CeraVe: which is better?
StriVectin and CeraVe both rate Superior for dry skin, oily skin, sensitive skin, combination skin, and acne-prone skin. Lovi rates the StriVectin-focused routine Superior for dry skin, which is slightly higher than the CeraVe-focused routine.
Who owns StriVectin, and where is it from?
StriVectin is an American brand founded in 2002, owned by Hildred Capital Management since 2021.
Is StriVectin cruelty-free?
PETA, Leaping Bunny, and Cruelty Free International, the registries Lovi checks, do not list StriVectin as cruelty-free.
Is StriVectin good for dry skin?
Yes, StriVectin is good for dry skin because the brand-focused routine for dry skin rates Superior on Lovi. Reviewers frequently mention that the products are hydrating, and Lovi rates the dry skin fit for TL Advanced Tightening Neck Cream PLUS and Daily Reveal Exfoliating Pads as Average.
Is StriVectin good for sensitive skin?
StriVectin fits sensitive skin well, as Lovi rates the brand-focused routine Superior for this skin type. Reviewers frequently mention that the serums are gentle, though most products on this page contain fragrance and may cause irritation for some users.
Is StriVectin good for acne-prone skin?
Yes, StriVectin is good for acne-prone skin because Lovi rates the brand-focused routine Superior for this skin type. Reviewers often mention its anti-aging and smoothing serums, though some note skin irritation and dryness.
Is StriVectin good for skin with dark spots?
StriVectin helps fade dark spots with products like Daily Reveal Exfoliating Pads and Super-C Retinol Brighten & Correct Vitamin C Serum, which contain ingredients that may reduce unwanted pigmentation. Lovi rates skin with dark spots Average for these treatments.
Is StriVectin good for mature skin?
StriVectin is good for mature skin, and Lovi rates the brand-focused routine Superior for it. Reviewers often mention its anti-aging and skin-smoothing serums, and ingredients like retinol help improve the look of aging skin.
The Journal of Investigative Dermatology, 2000Archives of Dermatology, 2007
Research behind StriVectin's key ingredients
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
Encapsulation and controlled release of retinol from silicone particles for topical delivery
Effect of myristyl nicotinate on retinoic acid therapy for facial photodamage
Nanocomplex of quaternized cyclodextrin grafted chitosan and hyaluronic acid for a skin delivery
Histometric assessment of the age-related skin response to 2-hydroxy-5-octanoyl benzoic acid
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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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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