Brand

SkinCeuticals

An antioxidant authority; its C E Ferulic (vitamin C, vitamin E, ferulic acid) is one of the most recognized clinical antioxidant serums.

SkinCeuticals was founded in 1997 on the vitamin C and antioxidant research of Dr. Sheldon Pinnell, a former chief of dermatology at Duke. It became known for high-potency, clinically studied antioxidant serums sold through medical offices, and L'Oreal acquired it in 2005.

Founded

1997

Founder

Based on Dr. Sheldon Pinnell's antioxidant research at Duke

Headquarters

United States (L'Oreal Dermatological Beauty division)

Ownership

Owned by L'Oreal (since 2005)

Ownership and scale

Part of L'Oreal's Dermatological Beauty division. The 2005 acquisition price and standalone valuation are not publicly disclosed.

Brand timeline

1997
Founded on Dr. Sheldon Pinnell's antioxidant research
2005
L'Oreal acquires SkinCeuticals; C E Ferulic serum introduced
2013
Founding scientist Dr. Sheldon Pinnell dies; his vitamin C work remains central

Where to buy

Brand siteDermstoreAuthorized dermatology and medspa officesSkinStoreBluemercury

Where to get the best offers

As a professional-channel brand, the most reliable savings come from authorized-retailer promotions at Dermstore and SkinStore, brand-site sets, and gift-with-purchase events. Avoid deep discounts from unauthorized sellers, which may be counterfeit or expired.

SkinCeuticals products we have reviewed

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C E Ferulic with 15% L-Ascorbic Acid

SkinCeuticals

Key Ingredient

15% pure vitamin C

Key ingredients named by the brand: 15% pure vitamin C, 1% vitamin E and 0.5% ferulic acidNo fragrance listed in the ingredient listDropper serum in amber glass bottle, 1 fl oz (30ml)

$185.00/ 1 fl oz (30ml)($6.17/ml)

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Hyaluronic Acid Intensifier Multi-Glycan

SkinCeuticals

Key Ingredient

1.3% Hyaluronic Acid

Key ingredients named by the brand: 1.3% Hyaluronic Acid, 12% Proxylane and 2.0% Lactobacillus/Soybean FermentNo fragrance listed in the ingredient listDropper serum in purple glass bottle, 1 fl oz (30ml)

$120.00/ 1 fl oz (30ml)($4.00/ml)

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Tripeptide-R Neck Repair

SkinCeuticals

Key Ingredient

0.2% pure retinol

Key ingredients named by the brand: 0.2% retinol, 2.5% tripeptide concentrate and 5.0% glaucine complex16-week clinical study of 50 women: 27% average improvement in neck crepinessLists lavender, rosemary and peppermint oils plus linalool

$136.00/ 1.7 fl oz (50ml)($2.72/ml)

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A.G.E. Advanced Eye

SkinCeuticals

Key Ingredient

7.15% Proxylane

Key ingredients named by the brand: 7.15% Proxylane, 3% Matrixyl 3000 and 0.5% caffeine8-week double-blind study of 89 women: 18% improvement in the look of crow's feetNo fragrance listed

$125.00/ 0.5 fl oz (15ml)($8.33/ml)

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Retinol 0.5

SkinCeuticals

Key Ingredient

0.5% pure retinol

Key ingredients named by the brand: 0.5% pure retinol and Soothing Complex: bisabolol andNo fragrance listed in the ingredient listRetinol night cream in tube with nozzle tip, 1 fl oz (30ml)

$90.00/ 1 fl oz (30ml)($3.00/ml)

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luxury

A.G.E. Interrupter Advanced Cream

SkinCeuticals

Key Ingredient

18% Proxylane™

Reverses skin-aging glycation by up to 33%14% reduction in global fine lines (12 weeks)Complements RF microneedling for 3x lifting

$185.00/ 1.6 fl oz (48ml)($3.85/ml)

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Brand background is compiled from public sources. Ownership and valuation figures are reported acquisitions or valuations where disclosed; private brands are marked as not publicly disclosed. Prices and retailers change, so confirm on the brand's official page.