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Pixi skincare

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

Pixi is a British skincare brand founded in 1999.

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Pixi is universally loved for its nourishing toners, targeted serums, soothing eye products, and hydrating moisturizers, all driven by its thoughtful formulas. Its products suit sensitive skin and oily skin best, owing to their gentle yet balancing nature. For specific concerns, the brand offers the Glow Tonic for acne-prone skin, the Glow Peel Pads for skin with dark spots, and the Retinol Tonic for mature skin. Through these carefully crafted items, its offerings help maintain a healthy, refined complexion.

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

Pixi toners and essences

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People Say

★4.5Overall rating based on 31.6k+ reviews

Reviewers most often praise Pixi for instant brightening, deep hydration, and soothing properties. The most common complaints are skin irritation and fragranced formulas.

Highlights

  • Deep hydration Mostly Mentioned
    • “Instant surge of hydration — Hydrating Milky Mist”
    • “deeply hydrates and balances — Antioxidant Tonic”
    • “leaves under-eyes super soft — DetoxifEYE Depuffing Eye Patches”
  • Radiance and glow Mostly Mentioned
    • “gives instant glow — Glow Tonic”
    • “healthy radiance — Glow Mist”
    • “forehead bumps gone — Glow Tonic”
  • Lightweight and pleasant toners Mostly Mentioned
    • “Absorbs quickly — Hydrating Milky Mist”
    • “lovely subtle rose scent — Rose Tonic”
    • “unique gel-like texture — Antioxidant Tonic”
  • Gentle and soothing toners Mostly Mentioned
    • “calms my redness instantly — Rose Tonic”
    • “doesn't sting — Glow Tonic”
    • “Gentle enough for regular use — Retinol Tonic”
  • Brightening and smoothing serums Mostly Mentioned
    • “Skin is noticeably brighter — Glow Peel Pads”
    • “Skin feels incredible, so smooth — Glow Peel Pads”
    • “Easy to use — Glow Peel Pads”
  • Sticky or tacky residue Often Mentioned
    • “too greasy — Glow Mist”
    • “I just could not get past this heavy feel. — Vitamin-C Serum”
    • “slightly tacky to touch — Antioxidant Tonic”
  • Strong fragrance and scent issues Often Mentioned
    • “smell is overpowering — Glow Tonic”
    • “Scent is too strong — Hydrating Milky Mist”
    • “fragrance is overpowering — Rose Oil Blend”
  • Skin irritation and sensitivity Sometimes Noted
    • “burned my face — Glow Tonic”
    • “Not for those with super-sensitive skin — Glow Peel Pads”
    • “Absolutely not a fan of all the fragrance added. — Vitamin-C Serum”

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Questions and answers

Is Pixi good for oily skin?

Yes, Pixi is good for oily skin because the brand fits oily skin best and Lovi rates the Pixi-focused routine Superior for it. Glow Tonic and Retinol Tonic provide Superior fit for oily skin.

Is Pixi worth it?

Pixi is worth it for shoppers looking for lightweight and pleasant toners and brightening serums, and Lovi rates the Pixi-focused routine Superior for dry skin. Reviewers note that the brand helps deliver deep hydration and a healthy glow, though some mention strong scents and a sticky residue.

What are Pixi's best products?

Pixi's best products depend on your skin concerns, but Glow Tonic and Retinol Tonic stand out with superior ratings across oily, acne-prone, mature, and sensitive skin. Reviewers also frequently highlight deep hydration and a glowing finish from the range.

Which Pixi moisturizer is best for dry skin?

The Rose Oil Blend is the best moisturizer on this page for dry skin, rating High for that skin type. Lovi rates no other moisturizers on this page for dry skin.

Does Pixi cause breakouts?

Pixi is unlikely to cause breakouts for the brand's best-suited skin types, as Lovi rates sensitive skin, oily skin, and acne-prone skin as Superior fits for Pixi-focused routines. However, some reviewers note skin irritation and sensitivity, and a strong fragrance in certain products may cause issues for easily bothered skin.

Is Pixi fragrance-free?

No, the Pixi products on this page are not all fragrance-free because three items list fragrance among their ingredients. However, seven out of ten products on the page list no fragrance.

What are the key ingredients in Pixi products?

The key ingredients found across Pixi products are aloe vera and hyaluronic acid. Hyaluronic acid helps improve skin quality and supports wound healing.

Iranian Journal of Medical Sciences, 2019Journal of Pharmacy & Pharmaceutical Sciences, 2015

How do I build a Pixi skincare routine?

To build a Pixi routine for dry skin in the morning, use a cleanser, the Rose Tonic, a moisturizer, and an SPF. In the evening, use a pre-cleanser, a cleanser, the Vitamin-C Serum, and a moisturizer. Once a week, add a nourishing mask into your evening routine.

Where can I buy Pixi, and how much does it cost?

Pixi is available in stores in Italy. Prices on the page range from €9.20 to €20.24, with most falling between €16.56 and €20.24.

What are good alternatives to Pixi?

Good alternatives to Pixi include BYOMA, The INKEY List, Medik8, Simple, Elemis, and Charlotte Tilbury. BYOMA offers a similar routine fit for dry skin, oily skin, sensitive skin, combination skin, and acne-prone skin.

Pixi vs BYOMA: which is better?

Pixi and BYOMA are equally matched for dry skin, oily skin, sensitive skin, combination skin, and acne-prone skin, as Lovi rates both brands as having a Superior fit for all of these skin types. Reviewers often mention deep hydration and radiance for Pixi, while shoppers can also compare similar options from other brands listed on Lovi such as The INKEY List and Medik8.

Is Pixi cruelty-free?

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

Is Pixi good for dry skin?

Pixi is generally good for dry skin, and Lovi rates the Pixi-focused routine Superior for dry skin. The Rose Oil Blend and Hydrating Milky Mist are helpful for adding moisture, though certain items like Glow Tonic rate only Average for dry skin.

Is Pixi good for sensitive skin?

Yes, Pixi is good for sensitive skin because the brand-focused routine rates Superior for sensitive skin. Pixi offers gentle toners and products formulated with soothing ingredients like aloe vera.

Iranian Journal of Medical Sciences, 2019

Is Pixi good for acne-prone skin?

Yes, Pixi is good for acne-prone skin because Lovi rates the Pixi-focused routine Superior for this skin type. Glow Tonic, Retinol Tonic, and several other items on this page show Superior or High fit for acne-prone skin.

Is Pixi good for skin with dark spots?

Pixi is good for skin with dark spots because several of its targeted treatments help brighten and smooth the complexion. Lovi rates Glow Tonic, Retinol Tonic, and Rose Tonic High for dark spots. Reviewers also note that the serums provide a bright and smooth finish.

The British Journal of Dermatology, 2002Antioxidants, 2021

Is Pixi good for mature skin?

Yes, Pixi is good for mature skin because Lovi rates the brand-focused routine Superior for it. Products like Retinol Tonic help smooth and care for aging skin.

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

Research behind Pixi'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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