Skinceuticals Daily Moisturizer

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Skinceuticals Daily Moisturizer claims to effectively moisturize skin via algae and botanical extracts. This implies that it is back by scientific studies and its slogan is “advanced skin care backed by science” but is it all a gimmick or is it based on real results?

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Introduction

Skinceuticals Daily Moisturizer has an impressive website seemingly geared to the customer who is more interested in what is on the label rather than how the label looks. We liked that ingredients are based on clinical studies, however, upon trying to find a link to third-party clinical studies, we were instead diverted to a page about the guidelines which Skinceuticals use for its own testing. Furthermore, there is no mention of what these clinical studies actually are! Upon digging further, we realized that this company is owned by Loreal which makes us wonder if this is simply a drugstore moisturizer marketed to a different audience. To find out the truth, we uncovered what is truly inside this cream.

Ingredients

Skinceuticals Daily Moisturizer contains 2 active ingredients. They are:

  • Algae extracts - Certain algae extracts are used as emollients and soothing agents for the skin.
  • Purifying botanical extracts - Burnet, cinnamon, ginger, horsetail, thyme, licorice, and nettle extracts work together to moisturize and help reduce pore appearance.
Additionally there are 50 other ingredients in this cream. They include Glycerin, Cetyl alcohol, Dimethicone, Glucose, Glycerin and Steareth-20. Since it is not known what percentage of active ingredients is included in this moisturizer, it is impossible to predict how effective it will be. Assuming that these active ingredients are effective, that is - a fact we do not know based on the lack of scientific proof or clinical study.

How To Use

According to the Skinceuticals websites, you should apply a generous amount of its Daily Moisturizer to the entire face, neck and chest, once or twice per day. For morning use, apply before sunscreen, for nighttime use, apply after using retinol (if applicable).

Price

You can purchase Skinceuticals Daily Moisturizer for $62.00 per jar. There are no discounts on bulk orders, however, there is a free sample of its Discoloration Defense product which comes with all purchases.

Guarantee

After thoroughly searching the Skinceuticals website, we were unable to find any mention of a guarantee for this moisturizing cream.

Conclusion

After reading the Skinceuticals website in-depth, we have come to the conclusion that while this product may be a good moisturizer, the website feels like nothing more than a marketing ploy. Each time users clicks on a “learn more” tab, they are directed to a different page where they have to click on yet another button. Upon further digging, it is clear that Skinceuticals is owned by Loreal. The fact that this is not transparent on its website, but rather hidden from customers, suggests that the company is trying to market its products in a different way in order to appeal to a different type of consumer than it usually attracts. This coupled with the facts that there are no patented ingredients, no percentage of active ingredients stated or any mention of a guarantee, gives us pause when it comes to wholeheartedly recommending this product.

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Alexia Cook

Alexia Cook, Senior Editor

Alexia Cook is a licensed Master Cosmetologist and Esthetician with over 20 years experience. She received her degrees from Boca Beauty Academy in Boca Raton Florida. Starting at a young age, she has always been interested in treating skin to bring out its true beauty. She knows that the basis of gorgeous skin is by adopting a proper skincare routine and using top quality products. Her passion for helping people find effective skincare products led her to the role of Editor for My Beauty Care Center™. In her free time, she is an avid traveler and loves learning the beauty of different cultures.