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ZO Skin Health skincare

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ZO Skin Health is an American skincare brand founded in 2007 and owned by Blackstone Inc. since 2020.

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ZO Skin Health is warmly celebrated for its thoughtfully formulated serums, cleansers, masks, and eye products, all enriched with nourishing glycerin. Its products suit mature skin and oily skin best, supporting their specific biological needs. For targeted concerns, the standout products include the Exfoliation Accelerator for acne-prone skin, the Exfoliating Cleanser for skin with dark spots, and the Growth Factor Serum for mature skin. According to scientific studies, 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.

ZO Skin Health serums and treatments

Other ZO Skin Health products

People Say

★4.7Overall rating based on 9.8k+ reviews

Reviewers 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 well-suited for oily skin. Lovi rates the ZO Skin Health-focused routine Superior for oily skin, and reviewers often mention that the lightweight serums help reduce oil.

Is ZO Skin Health worth it?

ZO Skin Health may be worth it for shoppers looking for lightweight serums that help smooth texture and add radiance, though reviewers note a high price point. Lovi rates the brand-focused routines Superior for dry skin, oily skin, sensitive skin, combination skin, and acne-prone skin.

Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2020

What are ZO Skin Health's best products?

ZO Skin Health products fit best on mature skin, oily skin, and oily acne-prone skin, with specific routines for these types rating Superior. Reviewers often mention skin smoothness and texture improvement, radiance and brightening, and lightweight serums as key highlights across the range.

Which ZO Skin Health cleanser is best for oily skin?

Exfoliating Cleanser is the best ZO Skin Health cleanser for oily skin, followed by Gentle Cleanser. Lovi rates Exfoliating Cleanser High for oily skin.

Does ZO Skin Health cause breakouts?

ZO Skin Health is unlikely to cause breakouts for most users, as its products often help reduce oil and refine pores. Reviewers sometimes note that the range helps clear pores, though individual reactions can vary.

Is ZO Skin Health fragrance-free?

No, the ZO Skin Health products on this page are not all fragrance-free, as 9 of the 15 products list fragrance. Reviewers often mention the lightweight serums and improvements in skin smoothness and texture, though a high price point is also mostly mentioned.

What are the key ingredients in ZO Skin Health products?

The key ingredients in the ZO Skin Health products on this page include vitamin E and glycerin. Topical treatments containing vitamin E help improve skin smoothness and texture while supporting skin radiance.

Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2020

How do I build a ZO Skin Health skincare routine?

To build a routine with ZO Skin Health for dry skin, start your morning with the Exfoliating Cleanser, a hydrating toner, a moisturizer, and an SPF. In the evening, use a pre-cleanser, the Exfoliating Cleanser, a serum or treatment, and a moisturizer. Once a week, follow your evening steps with an added nourishing mask.

Where can I buy ZO Skin Health, and how much does it cost?

ZO Skin Health products on this page are available in Ireland, with prices ranging from 135.00 euros. Reviewers often mention a high price point for the brand.

What are good alternatives to ZO Skin Health?

Good alternatives to ZO Skin Health with pages on Lovi include CeraVe, Cetaphil, Paula's Choice, Neutrogena, Kiehl's, and Dermalogica. These similar brands offer options that may suit various skincare routines.

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 Superior for the others. Reviewers note that ZO Skin Health products often help with skin smoothness and texture improvement, though they come with 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.

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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 the ZO Skin Health-focused routine Superior for dry skin. Reviewers often mention skin smoothness and texture improvement, though the products have a high price point.

Is ZO Skin Health good for sensitive skin?

Yes, ZO Skin Health is good for sensitive skin because Lovi rates the brand-focused routine Superior for sensitive skin. Reviewers often mention skin smoothness and texture improvement, though the products on this page have a high price point.

Is ZO Skin Health good for acne-prone skin?

Yes, ZO Skin Health is good for acne-prone skin because Lovi rates the brand-focused routine Superior for this skin type. Reviewers often note that the products help reduce oil and refine pores. A few select items on this page, such as Exfoliating Cleanser and Complexion Renewal Pads, also rate High or Superior for acne-prone skin.

Is ZO Skin Health good for skin with dark spots?

Yes, ZO Skin Health is good for skin with dark spots, featuring several targeted options like Growth Factor Serum and Retinol Skin Brightener that rate High for this skin type. Reviewers often mention improvements in radiance and brightening when using these products.

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. Lovi rates the ZO Skin Health-focused routine Superior for dry skin types, and reviewers often mention improvements in skin smoothness and texture. Retinol helps stimulate collagen accumulation in naturally aged skin.

The Journal of Investigative Dermatology, 2000Archives of Dermatology, 2007

Research behind ZO Skin Health'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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