StriVectin skincare
StriVectin is an American skincare brand founded in 2002 and owned by Hildred Capital Management since 2021.
StriVectin is beloved for its targeted serums and restorative masks, anchored by scientifically advanced formulas. Its products suit acne-prone skin and oily skin best, offering clear and balanced results. For specific concerns, the standout offerings include the Super-C Retinol Brighten & Correct Vitamin C Serum for acne-prone skin, the AR™ Night Treatment for skin with dark spots, and the TL Advanced Tightening Neck Cream PLUS for mature skin. Through these carefully formulated treatments, the brand addresses distinct complexion needs with remarkable precision.
This page covers some of the most popular StriVectin products; for the whole StriVectin range, with a fit score for every product, use the Lovi app.
People Say
★4.6Overall rating based on 6.8k+ reviewsReviewers most often praise StriVectin for effectively addressing fine lines and wrinkles, smoothing rough texture, and providing deep hydration. The most common complaints are strong fragrance and skin dryness.
Highlights
Anti-aging and skin smoothing serums Mostly Mentioned
- “neck instantly looked smoother — TL Advanced Tightening Neck Cream PLUS”
- “skin feels thoroughly clean — Daily Reveal Exfoliating Pads”
- “helped lift saggy skin — TL Advanced Tightening Neck Cream PLUS”
Hydrating and lightweight serums Mostly Mentioned
- “absorbs instantly — Super-C Retinol Brighten & Correct Vitamin C Serum”
- “absorbs well without residue — TL Advanced Tightening Neck Cream PLUS”
- “intense hydration — AR™ Night Treatment”
Brightening and glowing serums Mostly Mentioned
- “skin looks radiant — Super-C Retinol Brighten & Correct Vitamin C Serum”
- “wonders for dark spots — Daily Reveal Exfoliating Pads”
- “neck looks brighter — TL Advanced Tightening Neck Cream PLUS”
Gentle serums Often Mentioned
- “no stinging or redness — Super-C Retinol Brighten & Correct Vitamin C Serum”
- “gentle enough to use every day — AR™ Night Treatment”
Pore minimizing and plumping serums Often Mentioned
- “clean my pores out — Daily Reveal Exfoliating Pads”
- “skin feels juicy — Super-C Retinol Brighten & Correct Vitamin C Serum”
Expensive products Often Mentioned
- “price is steep — TL Advanced Tightening Neck Cream PLUS”
- “too expensive — Super-C Retinol Brighten & Correct Vitamin C Serum”
- “comes at a pretty steep price — AR™ Night Treatment”
Strong fragrance and scent Often Mentioned
- “smell is overwhelming — Super-C Retinol Brighten & Correct Vitamin C Serum”
- “smells slightly like chemicals — TL Advanced Tightening Neck Cream PLUS”
- “could not get over the scent — AR™ Night Treatment”
Skin irritation and dryness Sometimes Noted
- “irritated my neck — TL Advanced Tightening Neck Cream PLUS”
- “dried my skin out — Daily Reveal Exfoliating Pads”
- “little bit harsh — Daily Reveal Exfoliating Pads”
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Questions and answers
Is StriVectin good for oily skin?
Yes, StriVectin is good for oily skin because the brand-focused routine for this skin type rates Superior on Lovi. Reviewers frequently mention that the brand offers pore-minimizing and lightweight serums.
Is StriVectin worth it?
StriVectin products are expensive, but reviewers frequently mention them as smoothing, hydrating, and brightening serums. Lovi rates the StriVectin-focused routines Superior for dry, oily, sensitive, combination, and acne-prone skin.
What are StriVectin's best products?
StriVectin's best products are AR Night Treatment for mature skin and Super-C Retinol Brighten & Correct Vitamin C Serum for acne-prone skin, as both achieve high fit levels in those categories. Reviewers also frequently mention their anti-aging, smoothing, and brightening serums as standout choices.
Does StriVectin cause breakouts?
StriVectin may sometimes cause skin irritation and dryness, but reviewers do not commonly note breakouts from its products. Lovi rates the brand-focused routines Superior for acne-prone skin.
Is StriVectin fragrance-free?
No, the StriVectin products on this page are not fragrance-free, as four out of the five featured products list a scent. Reviewers often note that the brand's items carry a strong fragrance.
What are the key ingredients in StriVectin products?
StriVectin products feature key ingredients such as retinol, vitamin C, and niacinamide, which help smooth the skin, brighten dark spots, and reduce signs of aging. Retinol stimulates collagen accumulation in aged skin, while niacinamide effectively suppresses cutaneous pigmentation.
The Journal of Investigative Dermatology, 2000The British Journal of Dermatology, 2002
How do I build a StriVectin skincare routine?
To build a StriVectin routine for dry skin in the morning, use a cleanser, a moisturizer, and sunscreen, followed in the evening by a pre-cleanser, a cleanser, a cleansing toner, TL Advanced Tightening Neck Cream PLUS, and a moisturizer. Once a week, add an enzyme powder and a nourishing mask before applying the serum and moisturizer.
Where can I buy StriVectin, and how much does it cost?
StriVectin products are available from stores in Saudi Arabia. Prices on the page range from SAR 190.79 to SAR 374.73, with most falling within that range.
What are good alternatives to StriVectin?
CeraVe, Cetaphil, Paula's Choice, Neutrogena, Kiehl's, and Dermalogica are good alternatives to StriVectin. CeraVe offers routines that Lovi rates Superior for dry skin, oily skin, sensitive skin, combination skin, and acne-prone skin.
StriVectin vs CeraVe: which is better?
StriVectin and CeraVe both rate Superior for dry, oily, sensitive, combination, and acne-prone skin when using their brand-focused routines. Reviewers note that StriVectin offers popular anti-aging and smoothing serums, though it can be expensive and features strong fragrances.
Who owns StriVectin, and where is it from?
StriVectin is an American brand founded in 2002, owned by Hildred Capital Management since 2021.
Is StriVectin cruelty-free?
PETA, Leaping Bunny, and Cruelty Free International, the registries Lovi checks, do not list StriVectin as cruelty-free.
Is StriVectin good for dry skin?
StriVectin is good for dry skin, and Lovi rates the StriVectin-focused routine Superior for dry skin. Reviewers mostly mention that the brand offers hydrating and lightweight serums.
Is StriVectin good for sensitive skin?
StriVectin fits sensitive skin well, as Lovi rates the brand-focused routine Superior for sensitive skin. Reviewers often mention that the serums are gentle, though some StriVectin products on this page contain fragrance and may cause skin irritation.
Is StriVectin good for acne-prone skin?
Yes, StriVectin fits acne-prone skin well because the brand-focused routine for this skin type rates Superior on Lovi. Reviewers frequently mention that the brand offers anti-aging and smoothing serums, though some users note skin irritation and dryness.
Is StriVectin good for skin with dark spots?
StriVectin helps reduce dark spots with products like Daily Reveal Exfoliating Pads and Super-C Retinol Brighten & Correct Vitamin C Serum, which Lovi rates Average for skin with dark spots. Reviewers often mention these formulas for brightening and glowing effects, though the brand also receives notes about strong fragrance and occasional skin irritation.
Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2020Journal of Periodontology, 2009
Is StriVectin good for mature skin?
Yes, StriVectin is good for mature skin because Lovi rates the AR™ Night Treatment High for mature skin. Reviewers often mention its anti-aging and skin smoothing serums, and retinol helps stimulate collagen accumulation in naturally aged human skin.
The Journal of Investigative Dermatology, 2000Archives of Dermatology, 2007
Research behind StriVectin's key ingredients
Molecular basis of retinol anti-ageing properties in naturally aged human skin in vivo
Effects of ascorbic acid on gingival melanin pigmentation in vitro and in vivo
Encapsulation and controlled release of retinol from silicone particles for topical delivery
Effect of myristyl nicotinate on retinoic acid therapy for facial photodamage
Nanocomplex of quaternized cyclodextrin grafted chitosan and hyaluronic acid for a skin delivery
Histometric assessment of the age-related skin response to 2-hydroxy-5-octanoyl benzoic acid
Treatment with Ascorbyl Glucoside-Arginine Complex Ameliorates Solar Lentigos
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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Co-founder, Medical Director
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
Medical Board
Aesthetic medicine practitioner, MSc in Longevity and Anti-Aging Medicine
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Medical Board
Specialist dermatologist, MBBS, MD, IFAAD
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Medical Board
Cosmetic chemist, SCS, IFSCC member
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Medical Board, Medical Advisor
Dermatology MD
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Elina Nazarenko, MD
Medical Board
Dermatology and diagnostic consultant
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Victoria Derkova, MS
Medical Board
Cosmetic chemist, cosmetic development technologist
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