# Palmer's skincare

Page: https://lovi.care/skincare/sg/brands/palmer-s

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Palmer's is an American skincare brand founded in 1840 and owned by E.T. Browne Drug Co., Inc. since 1971.

[prnewswire.com](https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/et-browne-drug-co-maker-of-palmers-manufacturing-medical-grade-hand-sanitizer-for-us-military-personnel-and-emergency-first-responders-301039150.html) [uk.palmers.com](https://uk.palmers.com/pages/company)

Palmer's is loved for its nourishing [serums](https://lovi.care/skincare/sg/ingredients/serum) and moisturizers, which are rich in vitamins. Its products suit dry skin and mature skin best, thanks to these deeply hydrating formulas. For targeted care, the Eventone Fade Cream helps acne-prone skin, the [Cocoa](https://lovi.care/skincare/sg/ingredients/cocoa) Butter addresses dark spots, and the Skin Therapy Oil supports mature skin. Together, the key ingredients work to reduce pollution pigmentation and signs of skin aging.

[Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2022](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/35150043/)

- [Vitamin E](https://lovi.care/skincare/sg/ingredients/vitamin-e)

This page covers some of the most popular Palmer's products; for the whole Palmer's 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=pg1ad8ba098e).

### Other Palmer's products

#### Other products

- [Skin Success Anti-Dark Spot Fade Cream](https://lovi.care/skincare/sg/p/palmer-s/skin-success-anti-dark-spot-fade-cream/for/dry-skin) — Warning fit
- [Scar Serum](https://lovi.care/skincare/sg/p/palmer-s/scar-serum/for/dry-skin) — Average fit
- [Eventone Fade Cream](https://lovi.care/skincare/sg/p/palmer-s/eventone-fade-cream/for/dark-spots) — High fit

## People Say

★4.5

Overall rating based on 30.8k+ reviews

Reviewers most often praise Palmer's for fading dark spots, moisturizing properties, and fast-absorbing dry oil texture. The most common complaints are heavy or greasy texture and overpowering scent.

### Highlights

- Deep hydration Mostly Mentioned “skin drinks it up — Skin Therapy Oil” “keeps my sensitive skin moist — Skin Success Anti-Dark Spot Fade Cream” “Leaves the skin soft and hydrated. — Eventone Fade Cream”
- Dark spot fading Mostly Mentioned “acne scars really fade away — Skin Success Anti-Dark Spot Fade Cream” “stretch marks are lighter — Skin Therapy Oil” “Seen the spots fading. — Eventone Fade Cream”
- Value products Often Mentioned “super cheap — Skin Success Anti-Dark Spot Fade Cream” “better than expensive brands — Skin Therapy Oil”
- Skin improvement Often Mentioned “not greasy at all — Skin Therapy Oil” “brightens overall skin tone — Skin Success Anti-Dark Spot Fade Cream”
- Slow results Mostly Mentioned “It's not an instant fix. — Eventone Fade Cream” “no change after a month — Skin Success Anti-Dark Spot Fade Cream” “didn't change old marks — Skin Therapy Oil”
- Unpleasant scent Often Mentioned “distinctive lavender smell — Skin Success Anti-Dark Spot Fade Cream” “smell is overpowering — Skin Therapy Oil” “Has a smell that can't really be described. — Eventone Fade Cream”
- Heavy, greasy texture Often Mentioned “thick and hard to rub in — Skin Success Anti-Dark Spot Fade Cream” “Takes a while to completely absorb. — Eventone Fade Cream”

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## Questions and answers

### Is Palmer's good for oily skin?

Yes, Palmer's fits oily skin well, with Lovi rating the brand-focused routine High for oily skin. However, individual products on this page like the [Cocoa](https://lovi.care/skincare/sg/ingredients/cocoa) Butter and Skin Success Anti-Dark Spot Fade Cream carry warnings for oily skin.

### Is Palmer's worth it?

Palmer's is worth it for shoppers seeking value products that deliver deep hydration and dark spot fading, though reviewers note a heavy, greasy texture and slow results. Lovi rates the Palmer's-focused routine Superior for dry skin and sensitive skin, and High for oily skin and acne-prone skin.

### What are Palmer's's best products?

Palmer's best product on this page for dark spots is the Eventone Fade Cream, which Lovi rates High for that concern. Reviewers often mention deep hydration and dark spot fading as key benefits, though some note a heavy and greasy texture.

### Which Palmer's moisturizer is best for dry skin?

Eventone Fade Cream is the best moisturizer on this page for dry skin, holding an Average fit level. Cocoa Butter also provides an Average fit for dry skin, though Eventone Fade Cream is ranked as the best option among them.

### Does Palmer's cause breakouts?

Palmer's includes several products that may cause breakouts for acne-prone or oily skin, where Lovi rates the fit as a warning or low for items like Cocoa Butter and Skin Therapy Oil. However, Eventone Fade Cream offers an average fit for acne-prone skin.

### Is Palmer's fragrance-free?

Most of the Palmer's products on this page are fragrance-free, as four out of five products list no added fragrance. Reviewers often mention an unpleasant scent among the few drawbacks.

### What are the key ingredients in Palmer's products?

[Vitamin E](https://lovi.care/skincare/sg/ingredients/vitamin-e) is the key ingredient across the Palmer's products on this page. Reviewers note that these products help deliver deep hydration and dark spot fading, though they may have a heavy, greasy texture.

### How do I build a Palmer's skincare routine?

To build a Palmer's routine for dry skin in the morning, use a hydrating facial cleanser, [propolis](https://lovi.care/skincare/sg/ingredients/propolis) synergy toner, Skin Therapy Oil, and a safe sunscreen, while the evening routine adds an ultra hyalon cleansing cream and glass skin refining [serum](https://lovi.care/skincare/sg/ingredients/serum) before the oil, and a weekly routine includes those steps plus a [collagen](https://lovi.care/skincare/sg/ingredients/collagen) essential mask.

### Where can I buy Palmer's, and how much does it cost?

Palmer's products on this page are available at stores in Singapore, with prices ranging from S$16.24 to S$16.24, and most falling between S$16.24 and S$16.24.

### What are good alternatives to Palmer's?

Good alternatives to Palmer's include CeraVe, Cetaphil, Paula's Choice, Neutrogena, Kiehl's, and Dermalogica. These similar skincare brands also have dedicated pages on Lovi for shoppers to explore.

### Palmer's vs CeraVe: which is better?

Palmer's rates Superior for dry skin and sensitive skin, while CeraVe rates High for dry skin and Superior for sensitive skin. Lovi rates Palmer's-focused routines Superior for dry skin compared to High for CeraVe-focused routines, and both brands rate High for oily skin.

### Who owns Palmer's, and where is it from?

Palmer's is an American brand founded in 1840, owned by E.T. Browne Drug Co., Inc. since 1971.

[prnewswire.com](https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/et-browne-drug-co-maker-of-palmers-manufacturing-medical-grade-hand-sanitizer-for-us-military-personnel-and-emergency-first-responders-301039150.html) [uk.palmers.com](https://uk.palmers.com/pages/company)

### Is Palmer's cruelty-free?

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

### Is Palmer's good for dry skin?

Yes, Palmer's is good for dry skin, as the brand-focused routine for dry skin rates Superior on Lovi. Reviewers mostly mention deep hydration for the products, and key ingredients like Vitamin E help keep skin soft and smooth.

### Is Palmer's good for sensitive skin?

Yes, Palmer's fits sensitive skin well, as Lovi rates the Palmer's-focused routine Superior for sensitive skin. Reviewers often mention deep hydration and skin improvement, though some note a heavy and greasy texture or slow results.

### Is Palmer's good for acne-prone skin?

Palmer's is generally a good option for acne-prone skin, as Lovi rates the Palmer's-focused routine High for this skin type. However, individual products like Cocoa Butter and Skin Therapy Oil may cause breakouts and carry warnings for acne-prone skin.

### Is Palmer's good for skin with dark spots?

Palmer's is good for skin with dark spots because Lovi rates Eventone Fade Cream High for this concern. Reviewers frequently mention that the products help with dark spot fading, though results may be slow.

### Is Palmer's good for mature skin?

Yes, Palmer's is a good choice for mature skin because the brand-focused routine for dry skin achieves a Superior fit on Lovi. Reviewers frequently note that these products help improve skin and provide deep hydration.

## Research behind Palmer's's key ingredients

- [Vitamin A antagonizes decreased cell growth and elevated collagen-degrading matrix metalloproteinases and stimulates collagen accumulation in naturally aged human skin](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/10692106/) Retinol · The Journal of Investigative Dermatology, 2000
- [The effect of niacinamide on reducing cutaneous pigmentation and suppression of melanosome transfer](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/12100180/) Niacinamide · The British Journal of Dermatology, 2002
- [Mechanistic Basis and Clinical Evidence for the Applications of Nicotinamide (Niacinamide) to Control Skin Aging and Pigmentation](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/34439563/) Niacinamide · Antioxidants, 2021
- [Improvement of naturally aged skin with vitamin A (retinol)](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/17515510/) Retinol · Archives of Dermatology, 2007
- [Molecular basis of retinol anti-ageing properties in naturally aged human skin in vivo](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/27261203/) Retinol · International Journal of Cosmetic Science, 2017
- [Effects of ascorbic acid on gingival melanin pigmentation in vitro and in vivo](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/19186973/) Ascorbyl glucoside · Journal of Periodontology, 2009
- [Prospective, randomized, double-blind assessment of topical bakuchiol and retinol for facial photoageing](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/29947134/) Retinol · The British Journal of Dermatology, 2019
- [The effects of onion extract on hypertrophic and keloid scars](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/17722521/) Onion bulb extract · Journal of Wound Care, 2007
- [Role of silicone derivative plus onion extract gel in presternal hypertrophic scar protection: a prospective randomized, double blinded, controlled trial](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/22168750/) Onion bulb extract · International Wound Journal, 2012
- [Design, characterization, and clinical evaluation of argan oil nanostructured lipid carriers to improve skin hydration](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/25143733/) Argania spinosa kernel oil · International Journal of Nanomedicine, 2014
- [Effectiveness of onion extract gel on surgical scars in asians](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/22924037/) Onion bulb extract · Dermatology Research and Practice, 2012
- [Randomized controlled study for the anti-aging effect of human adipocyte-derived mesenchymal stem cell media combined with niacinamide after laser therapy](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/33103316/) Niacinamide · Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2021
- [Effect of topically applied lipids on surfactant-irritated skin](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/8746332/) Canola oil · The British Journal of Dermatology, 1996
- [Efficacy of a topical serum containing L-ascorbic acid, neohesperidin, pycnogenol, tocopherol, and hyaluronic acid in relation to skin aging signs](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/35150043/) Vitamin e · Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2022
- [Enhancement of comedogenic substances by ultraviolet radiation](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/147099/) Theobroma cacao seed butter · The British Journal of Dermatology, 1978
- [Comedogenicity in rabbit: some cosmetic ingredients/vehicles](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/18058303/) Isopropyl myristate · Cutaneous and Ocular Toxicology, 2007
- [Topical application of highly concentrated water-in-oil emulsions: Physiological skin parameters and skin penetration in vivo - A pilot study](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/31525444/) Isopropyl myristate · International Journal of Pharmaceutics, 2019
- [Influence of vitamin E acetate on stratum corneum hydration](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/9706379/) Tocopheryl acetate vitamin e, Tocopheryl acetate · Arzneimittel-Forschung, 1998
- [Nanostructured Lipid Carrier Based Gel Containing α-Tocopherol and α-Tocopheryl Acetate for Synergistic Cutaneous Antiaging Efficacy](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/41309687/) Tocopheryl acetate vitamin e, Tocopheryl acetate · Scientific Reports, 2025
- [A Double-Blind, 12-Week Study to Evaluate the Antiaging Efficacy of a Cream Containing the NFκB Inhibitor 4-Hexyl-1, 3-Phenylenediol and Ascorbic Acid-2 Glucoside in Adult Females](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/27272084/) Ascorbyl glucoside · Journal of Drugs in Dermatology, 2016
- [Safety assessment on comedogenicity of dermatological products containing d-alpha tocopheryl acetate in Asian subjects: A double-blind randomized controlled trial](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/34471722/) Tocopheryl acetate vitamin e, Tocopheryl acetate · Contemporary Clinical Trials Communications, 2021
- [Treatment with Ascorbyl Glucoside-Arginine Complex Ameliorates Solar Lentigos](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/39769217/) Ascorbyl glucoside · International Journal of Molecular Sciences, 2024
- [Clinical Efficacy of Topical Ascorbic Acid 2-Glucoside in Enhancing Outcomes of Laser Gingival Depigmentation: A Randomized Controlled Trial](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/42147661/) Ascorbyl glucoside · Cureus, 2026

## Palmer's routines

- 94% fit: [Routine for dry skin](https://lovi.care/skincare/sg/brands/palmer-s/skincare-routine/for/dry-skin)
- 88% fit: [Routine for oily skin](https://lovi.care/skincare/sg/brands/palmer-s/skincare-routine/for/oily-skin)
- 90% fit: [Routine for combination skin](https://lovi.care/skincare/sg/brands/palmer-s/skincare-routine/for/combination-skin)
- 90% fit: [Routine for sensitive skin](https://lovi.care/skincare/sg/brands/palmer-s/skincare-routine/for/sensitive-skin)
- 89% fit: [Routine for acne-prone skin](https://lovi.care/skincare/sg/brands/palmer-s/skincare-routine/for/acne-prone-skin)
- 92% fit: [Routine for mature skin](https://lovi.care/skincare/sg/brands/palmer-s/skincare-routine/for/mature-skin)
- 88% fit: [Routine for skin with dark spots](https://lovi.care/skincare/sg/brands/palmer-s/skincare-routine/for/dark-spots)
- 92% fit: [Routine for dry sensitive skin](https://lovi.care/skincare/sg/brands/palmer-s/skincare-routine/for/dry-sensitive-skin)
- 89% fit: [Routine for oily acne-prone skin](https://lovi.care/skincare/sg/brands/palmer-s/skincare-routine/for/oily-acne-prone-skin)

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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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