SVR skincare
SVR is a French skincare brand founded in 1962 and owned by Kresk Group since 2014.
SVR is beloved for its refined serums and expertly crafted formulas. Its products suit oily skin and combination skin best due to this targeted formulation approach. The standout product for particular concerns is the Sebiaclear Serum for acne-prone skin. The brand consistently delivers gentle, reliable care for complex dermatological needs.
This page covers some of the most popular SVR products; for the whole SVR range, with a fit score for every product, use the Lovi app.
SVR serums and treatments
Questions and answers
Is SVR good for oily skin?
SVR is a great fit for oily skin, as Lovi rates SVR-focused routines Superior for this skin type. The SVR products on this page list no fragrance in their ingredients.
Is SVR worth it?
SVR is worth it for oily, combination, and acne-prone skin, where Lovi rates the brand-focused routines Superior. Lovi rates the SVR-focused routine for dry skin as Superior as well. Additionally, every SVR product on this page lists no fragrance in its ingredients.
What are SVR's best products?
SVR's best products are those in the Sebiaclear range, such as Sebiaclear Serum, because Lovi rates them Superior for oily, combination, and acne-prone skin. Every SVR product on this page lists no fragrance in its ingredients.
Does SVR cause breakouts?
SVR is unlikely to cause breakouts, as the brand-focused routine for acne-prone skin rates Superior on Lovi and features products like Sebiaclear Serum that are made for blemish-prone skin. Lovi rates Sebiaclear Serum Superior for acne-prone and oily skin, and the SVR products on this page list no fragrance in their ingredients.
BioMed Research International, 2020Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology, 2019
Is SVR fragrance-free?
Yes, every SVR product on this page lists no fragrance in its ingredients.
What are the key ingredients in SVR products?
SVR products feature key ingredients such as niacinamide to help fade dark spots, salicylic acid to help manage breakouts, and gluconolactone to help smooth skin.
The British Journal of Dermatology, 2002Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2024
How do I build a SVR skincare routine?
To build an SVR routine for dry skin, start your morning with a hydrating cleanser, a calming deep moisture toner, a night cream, and a safe sunscreen, then repeat the cleanser, toner, and cream at night alongside the Sebiaclear Serum. For your weekly routine, add a nourishing mask before the serum. Lovi rates the SVR-focused routine as Superior for dry skin.
What are good alternatives to SVR?
La Roche-Posay, Caudalie, Bioderma, Av猫ne, Garnier SkinActive, and Garnier are good alternatives to SVR. Lovi rates the SVR-focused routine Superior for sensitive skin, matching the Superior fit of La Roche-Posay for that skin type.
SVR vs La Roche-Posay: which is better?
SVR rates Superior for oily, combination, acne-prone, and sensitive skin, while La Roche-Posay also rates Superior for dry, sensitive, and combination skin. Lovi rates the SVR-focused routine Superior for dry skin compared to Superior for La Roche-Posay, and Superior for oily skin compared to High for La Roche-Posay.
Who owns SVR, and where is it from?
SVR is a French brand founded in 1962, owned by Kresk Group since 2014.
Is SVR cruelty-free?
PETA, Leaping Bunny, and Cruelty Free International, the registries Lovi checks, do not list SVR as cruelty-free.
Is SVR good for dry skin?
SVR rates Superior for dry skin when using an SVR-focused routine. Lovi rates the routine Superior for dry skin, and the SVR products on this page list no fragrance.
Is SVR good for sensitive skin?
SVR is a good choice for sensitive skin because Lovi rates the SVR-focused routine Superior for this skin type. The SVR products on this page list no fragrance in their ingredients, which helps prevent irritation.
Is SVR good for acne-prone skin?
Yes, SVR is well suited for acne-prone skin, as Lovi rates Sebiaclear Serum as Superior for this skin type. Niacinamide and salicylic acid help reduce breakouts and improve skin clarity.
The British Journal of Dermatology, 2002BioMed Research International, 2020
Is SVR good for skin with dark spots?
SVR rates High for skin with dark spots on this page, as seen with Sebiaclear Serum. Niacinamide helps reduce skin pigmentation by suppressing melanosome transfer.
Is SVR good for mature skin?
SVR fits mature skin well, as Lovi rates Sebiaclear Serum High for mature skin. Niacinamide helps improve the look of skin aging.
Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2021Scientific Reports, 2024
Research behind SVR's key ingredients
The effect of niacinamide on reducing cutaneous pigmentation and suppression of melanosome transfer
Effect of Camellia japonica oil on human type I procollagen production and skin barrier function
Protective effects of Camellia japonica flower extract against urban air pollutants
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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Cosmetic chemist, cosmetologist, aesthetic products developer
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PhD in computer science, 3x US patent holder, ex-Google, ex-Yandex
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Dr. Sof铆a Perea P茅rez, MD, MSc
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Aesthetic medicine practitioner, MSc in Longevity and Anti-Aging Medicine
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Specialist dermatologist, MBBS, MD, IFAAD
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Cosmetic chemist, SCS, IFSCC member
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Dermatology MD
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Elina Nazarenko, MD
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Dermatology and diagnostic consultant
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Victoria Derkova, MS
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Cosmetic chemist, cosmetic development technologist
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