# Kinetin Page: https://lovi.care/skincare/uk/ingredients/kinetin The Lovi Fit is the same in every country; only the stores and prices differ, and the ones here are for the United Kingdom. Topical kinetin gently diminishes visible signs of aging, reduces redness, and deeply hydrates the skin while smoothing texture. It suits almost all skin types and is most commonly found in nourishing [serums](https://lovi.care/skincare/uk/ingredients/serum). Because it layers easily, this ingredient integrates seamlessly into any daily skincare routine. [Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2007](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/18047609/) [Annals of Dermatology, 2017](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/28223740/) This page shows kinetin products with a Lovi page. For every product, and a routine built for your skin, use the Lovi app. ### Popular kinetin products - [Obagi Kinetin+ Hydrating Cream](https://lovi.care/skincare/uk/p/obagi/kinetin-hydrating-cream/for/mature-skin) — High fit ## Questions and answers ### What does kinetin do for the skin? Kinetin helps improve skin moisture, barrier function, and texture roughness while reducing signs of aging such as spots, pores, and wrinkles. It is well-tolerated and may also help reduce redness and provide photoprotection against UV damage. [Annals of Dermatology, 2017](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/28223740/) [Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2007](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/18047609/) ### Should you use kinetin in the morning or at night? Yes, you can use kinetin twice daily, such as morning and night, depending on the specific product like a 0.1% lotion. Regular daily applications help improve skin moisture and reduce signs of aging. [Annals of Dermatology, 2017](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/28223740/) ### Does kinetin cause purging or irritation? Kinetin is unlikely to cause irritation and is well tolerated as a moisturizing option. It may even help decrease skin redness. [Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2007](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/18047609/) ### Which skin types is kinetin best for? Kinetin helps dry and aging skin types because it improves skin moisture and barrier function while reducing wrinkles and spots. You can find it in Obagi Kinetin+ Hydrating Cream. [Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2007](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/18047609/) [Annals of Dermatology, 2017](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/28223740/) ## Research on kinetin - [The clinical anti-aging effects of topical kinetin and niacinamide in Asians: a randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled, split-face comparative trial](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/18047609/) Kinetin · Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2007 - [Kinetin Improves Barrier Function of the Skin by Modulating Keratinocyte Differentiation Markers](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/28223740/) Kinetin · Annals of Dermatology, 2017 - [Efficacy of cosmetic formulations containing dispersion of liposome with magnesium ascorbyl phosphate, alpha-lipoic acid and kinetin](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/22236139/) Kinetin · Photochemistry and Photobiology, 2012 ## Brands with kinetin - American skincare: [Obagi](https://lovi.care/skincare/uk/brands/obagi) ## About the Lovi Fit Lovi: Unbiased, science-based skincare AI trained on real user outcomes. Lovi checks every ingredient 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 this ingredient guide: 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). Page built Nov 8, 2026. 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