# Neostrata skincare

Page: https://lovi.care/skincare/nl/brands/neostrata

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Neostrata is an American skincare brand founded in 1988 and owned by Kimberly-Clark Corporation since 2026.

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Skincare enthusiasts cherish Neostrata for its targeted [serums](https://lovi.care/skincare/nl/ingredients/serum) and advanced formulas. Its products suit mature, dry, and uneven skin types best. The standout products for particular concerns include the Triple Firming Neck Cream for acne-prone skin and the Resurface Lotion Plus for skin with dark spots. These carefully crafted preparations help maintain a healthy, balanced complexion through consistent daily application.

This page covers some of the most popular Neostrata products; for the whole Neostrata range, with a fit score for every product, [use the Lovi app](https://app.pora.ai/vqqJ/j1xj2b6o?af_sub2=brand&af_sub3=selection_note&af_sub4=pg8f062f24f3).

### Neostrata [serums](https://lovi.care/skincare/nl/ingredients/serum) and treatments

#### Serums and treatments

- [Resurface Lotion Plus](https://lovi.care/skincare/nl/p/neostrata/resurface-lotion-plus/for/combination-skin) — Average fit

## Questions and answers

### Is Neostrata worth it?

Neostrata is worth it because Lovi rates the brand's routines Superior for dry, oily, sensitive, combination, and acne-prone skin. Every Neostrata product on this page also lists no fragrance in its ingredients.

### What are Neostrata's best products?

Neostrata does not have products that stand out as overall bests, because the brand-focused routines rate Superior across dry, oily, sensitive, combination, and acne-prone skin. Lovi rates Triple Firming Neck Cream Average and Resurface Lotion Plus Average for most skin types, while the Neostrata products on this page list no fragrance.

### Does Neostrata cause breakouts?

Neostrata is unlikely to cause breakouts, and Lovi rates the brand-focused routine Superior for acne-prone skin. [Glycolic acid](https://lovi.care/skincare/nl/ingredients/glycolic-acid) helps smooth the skin and may reduce blemishes.

[Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology, 2019](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/30858720/) [Journal of Dermatological Science, 2017](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/28330776/)

### Is Neostrata fragrance-free?

Yes, every one of the Neostrata products on this page lists no fragrance in its ingredients. Lovi rates the Neostrata-focused routine Superior for dry skin, oily skin, sensitive skin, combination skin, and acne-prone skin.

### What are the key ingredients in Neostrata products?

Neostrata products feature key ingredients such as glycolic acid, which helps smooth and renew the skin. [Glycerin](https://lovi.care/skincare/nl/ingredients/glycerin) and [hyaluronic acid](https://lovi.care/skincare/nl/ingredients/hyaluronic-acid) are also included to boost hydration, while [gluconolactone](https://lovi.care/skincare/nl/ingredients/gluconolactone) gently calms and conditions the surface.

[Journal of Dermatological Science, 2017](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/28330776/) [Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology, 2017](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/28860834/)

### How do I build a Neostrata skincare routine?

To build a Neostrata routine, start with Resurface Lotion Plus for a smooth texture, and follow with Triple Firming Neck Cream for a firm feel. Lovi rates Neostrata-focused routines Superior for dry, oily, sensitive, combination, and acne-prone skin.

### What are good alternatives to Neostrata?

Good alternatives to Neostrata with similar skincare pages on Lovi include CeraVe, Cetaphil, Paula's Choice, Neutrogena, Kiehl's, and Dermalogica. These alternative brands offer various routines that Lovi rates High or Superior for different skin types.

### Neostrata vs CeraVe: which is better?

Neostrata is better for dry skin, where Lovi rates the Neostrata-focused routine Superior compared to High for CeraVe. For oily, sensitive, combination, and acne-prone skin, both brands tie with a Superior fit level on Lovi.

### Who owns Neostrata, and where is it from?

Neostrata is an American brand founded in 1988, owned by Kimberly-Clark Corporation since 2026.

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### Is Neostrata cruelty-free?

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

## Research behind Neostrata's key ingredients

- [Topical application of glycolic acid suppresses the UVB induced IL-6, IL-8, MCP-1 and COX-2 inflammation by modulating NF-κB signaling pathway in keratinocytes and mice skin](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/28330776/) Aha alpha hydroxy acid · Journal of Dermatological Science, 2017
- [The 24-hour skin hydration and barrier function effects of a hyaluronic 1%, glycerin 5%, and Centella asiatica stem cells extract moisturizing fluid: an intra-subject, randomized, assessor-blinded study](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/28860834/) Glycerin · Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology, 2017
- [Microneedling by dermapen and glycolic acid peel for the treatment of acne scars: Comparative study](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/30548170/) Glycolic acid · Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2019
- [The efficacy of glycolic acid, salicylic acid, gluconolactone, and licochalcone A combined with 0.1% adapalene vs adapalene monotherapy in mild-to-moderate acne vulgaris: a double-blinded within-person comparative study](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/30858720/) Glycolic acid · Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology, 2019
- [A comparative study of gluconolactone versus benzoyl peroxide in the treatment of acne](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/1303072/) Gluconolactone · The Australasian Journal of Dermatology, 1992
- [Evaluation of dermal extracellular matrix and epidermal-dermal junction modifications using matrix-assisted laser desorption/ionization mass spectrometric imaging, in vivo reflectance confocal microscopy, echography, and histology: effect of age and peptide applications](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/25817264/) Palmitoyl tetrapeptide-7 · Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2015
- [Influence of vitamin E acetate on stratum corneum hydration](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/9706379/) Tocopherol vitamin e acetate · Arzneimittel-Forschung, 1998
- [Instrumental, clinical and subjective evaluation of the efficacy of a cosmetic treatment for home use](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/30040516/) Acetyl glucosamine · Journal of Cosmetic and Laser Therapy, 2019
- [Nanostructured Lipid Carrier Based Gel Containing α-Tocopherol and α-Tocopheryl Acetate for Synergistic Cutaneous Antiaging Efficacy](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/41309687/) Tocopherol vitamin e acetate · Scientific Reports, 2025
- [Targeting Circadian Rhythm for the Regulation of Skin Collagen Metabolism](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/41527525/) Palmitoyl tripeptide-1 · Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2026
- [Split-face evaluation: Gluconolactone plus oxybrasion versus gluconolactone plus microneedling. The effects on skin parameters](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37357656/) Gluconolactone · Skin Research and Technology, 2023
- [Mechanistic understanding and peptide ingredient screening for type III collagen via biological knowledge graph and molecular docking](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/42683869/) Palmitoyl tetrapeptide-7 · International Journal of Cosmetic Science, 2026

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## About the Lovi Fit

Lovi: Unbiased, science-based skincare AI trained on real user outcomes.

Lovi rates every product from its full ingredient list with brand-independent rules its 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. Levels from best to worst: Superior, High, Average, Low, Caution, Warning.

Behind these ratings: Nadia Kapleva, MS (Co-founder, Medical Director); Alexey Shagraev, PhD (Co-founder, CEO and CTO); Dr. Sofía Perea Pérez, MD, MSc (Medical Board); Aishani Shah, MD (Medical Board); Asya Zubkova, MS (Medical Board); Hanna Kurets, MD (Medical Board, Medical Advisor); Elina Nazarenko, MD (Medical Board); Victoria Derkova, MS (Medical Board).

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