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 acne-prone skin and oily acne-prone skin best, addressing complex needs with care. For targeted relief, the standout product for acne-prone skin is the Sebiaclear Serum. The brand continues to offer reliable daily support for balanced, clear skin.
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?
Yes, SVR is good for oily skin because the SVR products on this page fit oily skin best. Lovi rates the SVR-focused routine Superior for oily skin.
Is SVR worth it?
SVR is worth it for shoppers with acne-prone, oily, or combination skin because Lovi rates the brand routines Superior for these skin types. The SVR products on this page also list no fragrance in their ingredients.
What are SVR's best products?
SVR's best product for oily and acne-prone skin is Sebiaclear Serum, which receives a Superior fit rating on Lovi. Lovi rates this serum High for skin with dark spots and mature skin, and Average for sensitive skin.
Does SVR cause breakouts?
SVR is unlikely to cause breakouts because the brand-focused routines fit acne-prone skin best and every SVR product on this page lists no fragrance in its ingredients.
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 on this page feature key ingredients such as niacinamide, salicylic acid, and gluconolactone. Niacinamide helps reduce dark spots and signs of aging, while salicylic acid and gluconolactone target acne-prone and oily skin.
The British Journal of Dermatology, 2002BioMed Research International, 2020
How do I build a SVR skincare routine?
To build an SVR skincare routine for dry skin, follow a daily plan featuring a gentle cleanser, hydrating toner, moisturizer, and SPF in the morning. In the evening, use a pre-cleanser, cleanser, cleansing toner, Sebiaclear Serum, and moisturizer. Once a week, add a nourishing mask into your evening routine.
Where can I buy SVR, and how much does it cost?
SVR products on this page are available from stores in the Netherlands. Prices range from €24.72 to €24.72, with most items falling within that same price range.
What are good alternatives to SVR?
Good alternatives to SVR include La Roche-Posay, Caudalie, Bioderma, Avène, Garnier SkinActive, and Garnier, which all have dedicated pages on Lovi. For dry skin specifically, a La Roche-Posay-focused routine is a Superior fit.
SVR vs La Roche-Posay: which is better?
SVR and La Roche-Posay are both well-suited options, with Lovi rating SVR routines Superior for oily and combination skin compared to High for La Roche-Posay. For dry skin, both brands offer Superior routines, though La Roche-Posay scores slightly higher.
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 is not the best choice for dry skin because Lovi rates the Sebiaclear Serum Low for dry skin and Caution for dry sensitive skin. However, the SVR-focused routine for dry skin rates Superior on Lovi.
Is SVR good for sensitive skin?
SVR rates Superior for sensitive skin, and the SVR products on this page list no fragrance in their ingredients.
Is SVR good for acne-prone skin?
SVR is a great fit for acne-prone skin, as Lovi rates Sebiaclear Serum as Superior for this skin type. The SVR products on this page are also fragrance-free. Salicylic acid and gluconolactone help clear breakouts and manage acne-prone skin.
BioMed Research International, 2020Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology, 2019
Is SVR good for skin with dark spots?
Yes, SVR offers Sebiaclear Serum for skin with dark spots, for which Lovi rates it High. Niacinamide in the serum helps reduce skin discoloration.
The British Journal of Dermatology, 2002Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2021
Is SVR good for mature skin?
Lovi rates Sebiaclear Serum High for mature skin. Niacinamide helps reduce skin aging signs like dark spots and wrinkles.
The British Journal of Dermatology, 2002Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2021
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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Co-founder, CEO and CTO
PhD in computer science, 3x US patent holder, ex-Google, ex-Yandex
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Dr. Sofía Perea Pérez, 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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