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SkinCeuticals skincare

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

SkinCeuticals is an American skincare brand founded in 1994 and owned by L'Oréal since 2005.

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SkinCeuticals is loved for its targeted serums, nourishing moisturizers, gentle cleansers, and soothing eye products formulated with glycerin, hyaluronic acid, and dimethicone. Its products suit dry skin and dry sensitive skin best thanks to these restorative elements. The standout products for particular concerns include the C E Ferulic for acne-prone skin, the Sheer Physical UV Defense SPF 50 for skin with dark spots, and the A.G.E. Advanced Eye for mature skin. Together, these key ingredients support the complexion because glycerin significantly increased skin hydration and restored barrier function, hyaluronic acid lengthened the duration of wrinkle reduction, and dimethicone significantly reduced incontinence-associated dermatitis prevalence.

Dermatologic Therapy, 2022

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SkinCeuticals serums and treatments

SkinCeuticals moisturizers

People Say

★4.5Overall rating based on 40.7k+ reviews

Reviewers most often praise SkinCeuticals for deep hydration, improved skin texture, and brightening the complexion. The most common complaints are high price point and skin irritation or breakouts.

Highlights

  • Texture-improving serums Mostly Mentioned
    • “definitely gave me a glass skin texture — P-TOX”
    • “Skin feels baby smooth — Retinol 0.3”
    • “skin looked smoother — Blemish + Age Defense”
  • Lightweight and fast-absorbing serums Mostly Mentioned
    • “absorbs quickly — Discoloration Defense Serum”
    • “absorbs into my skin quickly — P-TOX”
    • “sank in quickly — Phyto Corrective Gel”
  • Hydrating and plumping moisturizers Mostly Mentioned
    • “Hydrated my skin beautifully. — Triple Lipid Restore 2:4:2”
    • “Pure hydration in a bottle — Hydrating B5 Gel”
    • “skin feels super hydrated — H.A. Intensifier”
  • Texture-improving moisturizers Mostly Mentioned
    • “pores appeared less noticeable — P-Tiox”
    • “My skin is softer to the touch. — Triple Lipid Restore 2:4:2”
    • “Leaves skin supple and smooth — Hydrating B5 Gel”
  • Acne and oil-controlling serums Often Mentioned
    • “cystic acne shrinking — Blemish + Age Defense”
    • “game changer for oily skin — Silymarin CF”
    • “felt less oily — Blemish + Age Defense”
  • Anti-aging and line-reducing serums Often Mentioned
    • “reduction in some of the finer lines — P-TOX”
    • “forehead lines less defined — A.G.E. Interrupter”
    • “improves fine lines — Blemish + Age Defense”
  • High price point Mostly Mentioned
    • “very expensive — A.G.E. Interrupter”
    • “Too pricey for the hype — P-TOX”
  • Skin irritation and reactions Sometimes Noted
    • “skin went through a slight purge — P-TOX”
    • “caused redness — P-Tiox”
    • “I tried a sample of this stuff and it make my face so red! — Triple Lipid Restore 2:4:2”
  • Lack of results Sometimes Noted
    • “haven't noticed much change on the deeper lines — P-TOX”
    • “did nothing — P-Tiox”
    • “no noticeable difference — A.G.E. Advanced Eye”
  • Unpleasant scent Sometimes Noted
    • “hot dog water — Silymarin CF”
    • “The scent is strong and smells like alcohol mixed with something burnt. — Phloretin CF”
    • “alcohol fumes hit nostrils — Blemish + Age Defense”
  • Sticky or heavy texture Sometimes Noted
    • “feels tacky — H.A. Intensifier”
    • “leaves a white film — A.G.E. Interrupter”
    • “slight tackiness — P-Tiox”

Sources: lovi.care, dermstore.com, lovelyskin.com, lookfantastic.com, ellemesmedspa.com, reddit.com, and more

SkinCeuticals cleansers

Other SkinCeuticals products

Questions and answers

Is SkinCeuticals good for oily skin?

Yes, SkinCeuticals is well-suited for oily skin, as Lovi rates the SkinCeuticals-focused routine Superior for this skin type. The brand offers specialized oil-controlling serums like Silymarin CF and Blemish + Age Defense, which both achieve a Superior fit for oily skin.

Is SkinCeuticals worth it?

SkinCeuticals may be worth it for shoppers seeking advanced anti-aging and texture-improving care, as Lovi rates the SkinCeuticals-focused routine Superior for dry skin and Superior for oily skin. However, reviewers frequently mention a high price point, and the SkinCeuticals products on this page are mostly fragrance-free.

What are SkinCeuticals's best products?

SkinCeuticals's best products are C E Ferulic, Sheer Physical UV Defense SPF 50, and Discoloration Defense Serum, which achieve Superior fit levels across several skin types. Lovi rates C E Ferulic Superior for dry sensitive skin, acne-prone skin, mature skin, and combination skin.

Which SkinCeuticals moisturizer is best for dry skin?

The best moisturizer for dry skin is Triple Lipid Restore 2:4:2, which Lovi rates Superior for dry skin. Emollience and Hydrating B5 Gel are also effective options, both rating High.

Does SkinCeuticals cause breakouts?

SkinCeuticals is unlikely to cause breakouts, as the SkinCeuticals products on this page help control oil and target blemishes. Lovi rates acne-prone skin High for the brand-focused routine.

Is SkinCeuticals fragrance-free?

Yes, the SkinCeuticals products on this page are mostly fragrance-free, as 34 of the 37 listed items do not contain fragrance. Reviewers sometimes note an unpleasant scent from a few items, while the remaining products are formulated without it.

What are the key ingredients in SkinCeuticals products?

The key ingredients found across the SkinCeuticals products on this page include glycerin, hyaluronic acid, dimethicone, glycolic acid, salicylic acid, vitamin C, ferulic acid, and aloe vera.

How do I build a SkinCeuticals skincare routine?

To build a SkinCeuticals routine for dry skin, start your morning with Soothing Cleanser Foam, Supple Preparation Unscented Toner, Triple Lipid Restore 2:4:2, and Daily Soft Touch Sunscreen. In the evening, cleanse with Ultra Hyalon Cleansing Cream, Soothing Cleanser Foam, and 1025 Dokdo Cleansing Water, followed by Retexturing Activator and Triple Lipid Restore 2:4:2. Once a week, add Hydrating B5 Masque to that same evening routine. Lovi rates the SkinCeuticals-focused routine for dry skin as Superior.

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

SkinCeuticals products on this page are available in the Netherlands, with prices ranging from €54.05 to €217.10 and most costing between €99.99 and €155.25.

What are good alternatives to SkinCeuticals?

CeraVe, Cetaphil, Paula's Choice, Neutrogena, Kiehl's, and Dermalogica are good alternatives to SkinCeuticals as similar skincare brands with pages on Lovi.

SkinCeuticals vs CeraVe: which is better?

SkinCeuticals rates Superior for dry skin, while CeraVe rates High, making SkinCeuticals the better choice for that skin type. For oily skin, both brands tie with a Superior fit level. For sensitive, combination, and acne-prone skin types, CeraVe rates Superior while SkinCeuticals rates High.

Who owns SkinCeuticals, and where is it from?

SkinCeuticals is an American brand founded in 1994, owned by L'Oréal since 2005.

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Is SkinCeuticals cruelty-free?

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

Is SkinCeuticals good for dry skin?

Yes, SkinCeuticals is well-suited for dry skin, as Lovi rates the SkinCeuticals-focused routine Superior for dry skin. The brand features deeply hydrating and plumping moisturizers, and the SkinCeuticals products on this page list no fragrance in thirty-four of thirty-seven items.

Which SkinCeuticals cleanser is best for oily skin?

Glycolic Renewal Cleanser is the best SkinCeuticals cleanser for oily skin, with Simply Clean Gel and LHA Cleanser Gel also rating High for oily skin.

Is SkinCeuticals good for sensitive skin?

Yes, SkinCeuticals is generally good for sensitive skin. Lovi rates the SkinCeuticals-focused routine High for sensitive skin. The SkinCeuticals products on this page list no fragrance, except for Phyto Corrective Gel, A.G.E. Interrupter, and Phyto Corrective Masque, helping reduce the risk of irritation.

Which SkinCeuticals sunscreen is best for sensitive skin?

Sheer Physical UV Defense SPF 50 is the best SkinCeuticals sunscreen for sensitive skin, as Lovi rates it High for sensitive skin.

Is SkinCeuticals good for acne-prone skin?

Yes, SkinCeuticals is a good option for acne-prone skin, with the brand-focused routine rating High for this skin type. The SkinCeuticals products on this page help control oil and target blemishes, although skin irritation may sometimes happen.

Is SkinCeuticals good for skin with dark spots?

Yes, SkinCeuticals is good for skin with dark spots, as Lovi rates Discoloration Defense Serum as Superior for this skin type. The SkinCeuticals products on this page help target pigmentation concerns.

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Is SkinCeuticals good for mature skin?

Yes, SkinCeuticals is well-suited for mature skin, with Lovi rating options like C E Ferulic and Retexturing Activator as High or Superior for this skin type. Topical retinol helps stimulate collagen accumulation in naturally aged skin. Hyaluronic acid also helps improve skin quality and signs of skin aging.

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Research behind SkinCeuticals'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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