Peter Thomas Roth skincare
Peter Thomas Roth is an American skincare brand founded in 1993 and owned by Peter Thomas Roth Labs LLC.
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Peter Thomas Roth is loved for its potent serums, targeted eye products, nourishing moisturizers, and clarifying masks that frequently feature hyaluronic acid and niacinamide. Its products suit dry skin and sensitive skin best, owing to the gentle yet effective nature of these formulations. To address specific concerns, the brand offers standout options including the Pumpkin Enzyme Mask for acne-prone skin, the Potent-C Niacinamide Discoloration Treatment for skin with dark spots, and the FIRMx Peeling Gel for mature skin. Ultimately, its key ingredients work to enhance the complexion, as hyaluronic acid lengthens the duration of wrinkle reduction while niacinamide improves wrinkles, pigmentation, and skin aging.
Dermatologic Therapy, 2022The British Journal of Dermatology, 2002
This page covers some of the most popular Peter Thomas Roth products; for the whole Peter Thomas Roth range, with a fit score for every product, use the Lovi app.
Peter Thomas Roth serums and treatments
People Say
★4.3Overall rating based on 21.0k+ reviewsReviewers most often praise Peter Thomas Roth for intense hydration, smoothing fine lines, and improving skin texture. The most common complaints are visible white residue and skin dryness or irritation.
Highlights
Soothing and refreshing eye products Mostly Mentioned
- “cooling sensation — Cucumber De-Tox Hydra-Gel Eye Patches”
- “liquid cloud of lightweight moisture — Water Drench Hyaluronic Cloud Hydrating Eye Gel”
- “moisturize and brighten — Cucumber De-Tox Hydra-Gel Eye Patches”
Anti-aging and hydrating serums Often Mentioned
- “Within minutes your face feels tight. — Instant FirmX Temporary Face Tightener”
- “Zero irritation — Retinol Fusion PM Night Serum”
- “Makes them look younger. — Instant FirmX Temporary Face Tightener”
Brightening and exfoliating serums Often Mentioned
- “Skin definitely looks squeaky clean and rejuvenated — Pumpkin Enzyme Mask”
- “Smells of warm pumpkin pie interspersed with cinnamon — Pumpkin Enzyme Mask”
- “exfoliates in a very gentle way without irritating my skin — FIRMx Peeling Gel”
High price point Often Mentioned
- “way too expensive — Water Drench Hyaluronic Cloud Cream”
- “taken aback by the price — Therapeutic Sulfur Mask”
Residue and texture issues Often Mentioned
- “white flakiness — Instant FIRMx Eye Temporary Eye Tightener”
- “Leaves a white powdery/chalky spot. — Instant FirmX Temporary Face Tightener”
- “makeup pilling — Instant FIRMx Eye Temporary Eye Tightener”
Irritation, burning, and dryness Sometimes Noted
- “can be drying — Therapeutic Sulfur Mask”
- “burned my skin — Max Complexion Correction Pads”
- “Made my face feel like I covered it in clay. — Instant FirmX Temporary Face Tightener”
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Other Peter Thomas Roth products
Questions and answers
Is Peter Thomas Roth good for oily skin?
Is Peter Thomas Roth worth it?
Yes, Peter Thomas Roth is worth it for shoppers seeking effective anti-aging and brightening formulas, as Lovi rates the brand's routines Superior for dry and sensitive skin. Reviewers frequently mention soothing eye products and potent serums, though some note a high price point and occasional irritation.
What are Peter Thomas Roth's best products?
Peter Thomas Roth's best products are those rated Superior for specific skin needs, such as Potent-C Niacinamide Discoloration Treatment for dry skin and dark spots, and FIRMx Peeling Gel for mature and dry skin. Reviewers also often mention anti-aging and hydrating serums as well as soothing and refreshing eye products as standout choices.
Which Peter Thomas Roth moisturizer is best for dry skin?
The best moisturizer on this page for dry skin is Water Drench Hyaluronic Cloud Cream, followed by PEPTIDE SKINJECTION. Lovi rates the Water Drench Hyaluronic Cloud Cream High for dry skin and PEPTIDE SKINJECTION Average.
Does Peter Thomas Roth cause breakouts?
Peter Thomas Roth is unlikely to cause breakouts for most users, as reviewers note that the brand's products help keep skin clear and smooth. Lovi rates the brand-focused routine High for acne-prone skin.
Is Peter Thomas Roth fragrance-free?
No, the Peter Thomas Roth products on this page are not entirely fragrance-free, as 12 of the 16 products list no fragrance while formulas like the Pumpkin Enzyme Mask and Therapeutic Sulfur Mask include it.
What are the key ingredients in Peter Thomas Roth products?
The key ingredients across the Peter Thomas Roth products on this page are Vitamin C, Hyaluronic acid, and Niacinamide. These ingredients help provide anti-aging, hydrating, and brightening effects.
How do I build a Peter Thomas Roth skincare routine?
To build a Peter Thomas Roth skincare routine for dry skin in the morning, start with a hydrating facial cleanser and toner, apply Water Drench Hyaluronic Cloud Cream, and finish with sunscreen. In the evening, use a pre-cleanser followed by the cleanser, apply FIRMx Peeling Gel, and lock in moisture with the cloud cream. Once a week, add a nourishing mask before the peeling gel and moisturizer steps.
Journal of Pharmacy & Pharmaceutical Sciences, 2015Dermatologic Therapy, 2022
Where can I buy Peter Thomas Roth, and how much does it cost?
Peter Thomas Roth products on this page are available in stores in Singapore. Prices range from S$32.95 to S$69.98, with most items costing between S$62.61 and S$69.98.
What are good alternatives to Peter Thomas Roth?
Good alternatives to Peter Thomas Roth include similar skincare brands with dedicated pages on Lovi such as CeraVe, Cetaphil, Paula's Choice, Neutrogena, Kiehl's, and Dermalogica. These alternative brands offer various product options that may help suit different skincare routines and preferences.
Peter Thomas Roth vs CeraVe: which is better?
Peter Thomas Roth and CeraVe fit dry skin, sensitive skin, and combination skin similarly well, with Peter Thomas Roth rating Superior for dry skin and sensitive skin compared to High and Superior for CeraVe. Reviewers mention that Peter Thomas Roth offers soothing eye products and anti-aging serums, though it comes with a high price point and occasional irritation.
Who owns Peter Thomas Roth, and where is it from?
Peter Thomas Roth is an American brand founded in 1993, owned by Peter Thomas Roth Labs LLC.
Is Peter Thomas Roth cruelty-free?
PETA, Leaping Bunny, and Cruelty Free International, the registries Lovi checks, do not list Peter Thomas Roth as cruelty-free.
Is Peter Thomas Roth good for dry skin?
Yes, Peter Thomas Roth is good for dry skin because Lovi rates the Peter Thomas Roth-focused routine Superior for dry skin. Key products like Water Drench Hyaluronic Cloud Cream rate High for dry skin, helping to keep skin soft and smooth.
Journal of Pharmacy & Pharmaceutical Sciences, 2015Dermatologic Therapy, 2022
Is Peter Thomas Roth good for sensitive skin?
Yes, Peter Thomas Roth is good for sensitive skin and the brand-focused routine rates Superior for sensitive skin. Reviewers often mention soothing eye products, while 12 of 16 Peter Thomas Roth products on this page list no fragrance.
Is Peter Thomas Roth good for acne-prone skin?
Yes, Peter Thomas Roth is good for acne-prone skin, as Lovi rates the brand-focused routine High for this skin type. Reviewers often mention the brightening and exfoliating serums, which help clear pores and smooth the skin.
Is Peter Thomas Roth good for skin with dark spots?
Yes, Peter Thomas Roth is good for skin with dark spots because it offers targeted treatments like Potent-C Niacinamide Discoloration Treatment and Even Smoother Glycolic Retinol Resurfacing Serum. Lovi rates Potent-C Niacinamide Discoloration Treatment as Superior for skin with dark spots, and niacinamide may help reduce cutaneous pigmentation.
Is Peter Thomas Roth good for mature skin?
Yes, Peter Thomas Roth is good for mature skin, which the brand fits best along with dry and sensitive skin. Reviewers often mention anti-aging and hydrating serums within the line, and key ingredients like retinol stimulate collagen accumulation to help improve the look of aging skin.
Research behind Peter Thomas Roth's key ingredients
The Effect of Aloe Vera Clinical Trials on Prevention and Healing of Skin Wound: A Systematic Review
Bacterial cellulose membranes as drug delivery systems: an in vivo skin compatibility study
Molecular basis of retinol anti-ageing properties in naturally aged human skin in vivo
Anti-Wrinkle Benefits of Peptides Complex Stimulating Skin Basement Membrane Proteins Expression
Vitamin C-squalene bioconjugate promotes epidermal thickening and collagen production in human skin
Microneedling by dermapen and glycolic acid peel for the treatment of acne scars: Comparative study
Topical manganese peptide in the treatment of photodamaged skin
The evaluation of aluminum oxide crystal microdermabrasion for photodamage
Skin barrier changes induced by aluminum oxide and sodium chloride microdermabrasion
Clinical and histologic changes determine optimal treatment regimens for microdermabrasion
Functional properties and skin care effects of sodium trehalose sulfate
Targeting Circadian Rhythm for the Regulation of Skin Collagen Metabolism
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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