Palmer's skincare
Palmer's is an American skincare brand founded in 1840 and owned by E.T. Browne Drug Co., Inc. since 1971.
Palmer's is loved for its nourishing serums and moisturizers, which are rich in vitamins. Its products suit dry skin and mature skin best, thanks to these deeply hydrating formulas. For targeted care, the Eventone Fade Cream helps acne-prone skin, the Cocoa Butter addresses dark spots, and the Skin Therapy Oil supports mature skin. Together, the key ingredients work to reduce pollution pigmentation and signs of skin aging.
Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2022
Vitamin EThis page covers some of the most popular Palmer's products; for the whole Palmer's range, with a fit score for every product, use the Lovi app.
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People Say
★4.5Overall rating based on 30.8k+ reviewsReviewers most often praise Palmer's for fading dark spots, moisturizing properties, and fast-absorbing dry oil texture. The most common complaints are heavy or greasy texture and overpowering scent.
Highlights
Deep hydration Mostly Mentioned
- “skin drinks it up — Skin Therapy Oil”
- “keeps my sensitive skin moist — Skin Success Anti-Dark Spot Fade Cream”
- “Leaves the skin soft and hydrated. — Eventone Fade Cream”
Dark spot fading Mostly Mentioned
- “acne scars really fade away — Skin Success Anti-Dark Spot Fade Cream”
- “stretch marks are lighter — Skin Therapy Oil”
- “Seen the spots fading. — Eventone Fade Cream”
Value products Often Mentioned
- “super cheap — Skin Success Anti-Dark Spot Fade Cream”
- “better than expensive brands — Skin Therapy Oil”
Skin improvement Often Mentioned
- “not greasy at all — Skin Therapy Oil”
- “brightens overall skin tone — Skin Success Anti-Dark Spot Fade Cream”
Slow results Mostly Mentioned
- “It's not an instant fix. — Eventone Fade Cream”
- “no change after a month — Skin Success Anti-Dark Spot Fade Cream”
- “didn't change old marks — Skin Therapy Oil”
Unpleasant scent Often Mentioned
- “distinctive lavender smell — Skin Success Anti-Dark Spot Fade Cream”
- “smell is overpowering — Skin Therapy Oil”
- “Has a smell that can't really be described. — Eventone Fade Cream”
Heavy, greasy texture Often Mentioned
- “thick and hard to rub in — Skin Success Anti-Dark Spot Fade Cream”
- “Takes a while to completely absorb. — Eventone Fade Cream”
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Questions and answers
Is Palmer's good for oily skin?
Palmer's is generally suitable for oily skin, as Lovi rates the Palmer's-focused routine High for oily skin. The individual products on this page show varying results for oily skin, with Eventone Fade Cream rated Average while others like Skin Therapy Oil and Cocoa Butter receive lower marks.
Is Palmer's worth it?
Yes, Palmer's is worth it for shoppers seeking budget-friendly options, as the products on the page cost between €11.35 and €17.45 and reviewers frequently mention good value and skin improvement. Reviewers mostly note deep hydration and dark spot fading, though some mention a heavy, greasy texture and slow results.
What are Palmer's's best products?
Eventone Fade Cream is Palmer's best product for tackling dark spots, for which Lovi rates it High. Other items on the page, such as Cocoa Butter and Skin Therapy Oil, are best suited for dry skin.
Which Palmer's moisturizer is best for dry skin?
Eventone Fade Cream is the best moisturizer on this page for dry skin, where Lovi rates it Average. Reviewers often mention that the brand provides deep hydration, though the products can have a heavy, greasy texture.
Does Palmer's cause breakouts?
Palmer's may cause breakouts because some products on the page, such as Cocoa Butter and Skin Therapy Oil, are rated as a warning or caution for acne-prone skin. Reviewers often mention a heavy, greasy texture which can contribute to clogged pores and blemishes.
Is Palmer's fragrance-free?
Most of the Palmer's products on this page are fragrance-free, as 4 out of 5 list no fragrance. Only the Skin Success Anti-Dark Spot Fade Cream includes fragrance.
What are the key ingredients in Palmer's products?
Vitamin E is a key ingredient across the Palmer's products on this page.
How do I build a Palmer's skincare routine?
Building a Palmer's routine for dry skin involves a multi-step regimen like using a hydrating cleanser, toning, applying Skin Therapy Oil as a moisturizer, and protecting with sunscreen in the morning. The evening routine adds a pre-cleanser and Skin Success Anti-Dark Spot Fade Cream, while weekly steps incorporate a nourishing mask. Lovi rates the Palmer's-focused routine High for dry skin.
Where can I buy Palmer's, and how much does it cost?
Palmer's is available in stores in Italy, with prices ranging from €11.35 to €17.45. Most products on this page are priced between €11.35 and €17.45.
What are good alternatives to Palmer's?
Good alternatives to Palmer's include brands with pages on Lovi like CeraVe, Cetaphil, Paula's Choice, Neutrogena, Kiehl's, and Dermalogica. These alternative brands offer similar skincare options for various skin types.
Palmer's vs CeraVe: which is better?
CeraVe rates Superior for oily, sensitive, combination, and acne-prone skin, whereas Palmer's routines rate High for those skin types, and Lovi rates both brands High for dry skin.
Who owns Palmer's, and where is it from?
Palmer's is an American brand founded in 1840, owned by E.T. Browne Drug Co., Inc. since 1971.
Is Palmer's cruelty-free?
PETA, Leaping Bunny, and Cruelty Free International, the registries Lovi checks, do not list Palmer's as cruelty-free.
Is Palmer's good for dry skin?
Yes, Palmer's fits dry skin well, as the brand-focused routine for dry skin rates High on Lovi and reviewers frequently mention deep hydration. Lovi rates the individual products on this page as Average for dry skin.
Is Palmer's good for sensitive skin?
Palmer's rates High for sensitive skin when following the brand's routine, though individual products on this page mostly show lower fits. Reviewers often mention a heavy and greasy feel, and most Palmer's products on this page list no fragrance.
Is Palmer's good for acne-prone skin?
Palmer's fits acne-prone skin well, as Lovi rates the Palmer's-focused routine High for acne-prone skin. Reviewers often mention skin improvement, though the individual products on this page may cause breakouts on oily skin.
Is Palmer's good for skin with dark spots?
Palmer's is helpful for skin with dark spots, as Eventone Fade Cream rates High for this skin type. Reviewers often mention dark spot fading, though results may be slow.
Is Palmer's good for mature skin?
Yes, Palmer's fits mature skin well, as the brand-focused routine rates High for this skin type and reviewers frequently mention skin improvement. Lovi rates Cocoa Butter and Eventone Fade Cream as Average for mature skin.
Research behind Palmer's's key ingredients
The effect of niacinamide on reducing cutaneous pigmentation and suppression of melanosome transfer
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
The effects of onion extract on hypertrophic and keloid scars
Effectiveness of onion extract gel on surgical scars in asians
Effect of topically applied lipids on surfactant-irritated skin
Enhancement of comedogenic substances by ultraviolet radiation
Comedogenicity in rabbit: some cosmetic ingredients/vehicles
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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Dr. Sofía Perea Pérez, MD, MSc
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