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Rough skin often gets scrubbed harder, and the extra scrubbing tends to leave it redder and more sensitive without making it any smoother. Most texture comes from one of three causes, and once you know which one you have, the right exfoliant smooths it steadily and gently.

The short answer

Skin texture is how your skin feels and how evenly it catches the light. Most roughness comes from three things: dead cells that build up on the surface, small clogged pores, and shallow scars. Buildup and clogged pores respond to an exfoliant chosen for your skin and used steadily, alongside hydration, and shallow scars soften slowly over months.

Read time 9 min
Suits All skin types, Combination, Acne-prone

What makes skin feel rough

Your skin renews itself all the time, which is called cell turnover. New cells form at the base of the top layer of skin and move up over roughly four weeks, more slowly as you get older, and the oldest cells at the top loosen and shed. Most people assume those top layers are dead and irrelevant. They are not. They signal to the deeper layers to regulate hydration and cell renewal, and they hold water in, with a thin layer of oils and fats on the surface to stop it evaporating.

When shedding slows down, cells pile up unevenly. The surface feels rough, flakes in places and reflects light unevenly. Shedding slows with age, with sun damage and with dehydration, which is why texture often feels worse in dry winter air.

Shedding needs water. Natural enzymes loosen the bonds between old cells, and they only work when your skin holds enough water. When skin is dehydrated or the barrier is not intact, the cells stay stuck together, often called sticky cells, and pile up instead of shedding. That is why smoother skin takes hydration, moisturizing and exfoliation together.

Three kinds of texture

Buildup means dead skin cells that have not shed and have piled up on the surface. It feels rough or sandpapery, often with dry, flaky patches, and it spreads across an area rather than forming separate bumps, most often on the cheeks and forehead.

Congestion means pores clogged with oil and dead skin cells, without any redness or soreness. On textured skin it usually shows as closed comedones, or whiteheads: small, skin-colored bumps across the forehead, chin and jawline, where a thin layer of skin covers the plug. A whitehead is not a pimple with a white or yellow head, which is red, sore and filled with pus. Congestion is a mild, non-inflamed form of acne, and Blackheads and Whiteheads covers it in more depth.

Shallow scars are soft, shallow dips left where an old breakout damaged the collagen underneath. Collagen is the protein that keeps skin firm and smooth. These scars are usually wider than they are deep. The Common questions section below covers what skincare can do for them.

Many people have more than one kind at once. Look at your skin from the side in daylight and run your fingertips across it. An all-over roughness points to buildup, separate small bumps point to congestion, and dips point to scarring.

Why more exfoliation is not better

Exfoliating too often, or at too high a strength for your skin barrier, strips the oils that hold water in. The barrier responds with redness, stinging and more flaking, which feels a lot like the roughness you started with. Over-exfoliated skin can also protect itself by building up extra layers of cells, much like a callus, which adds texture rather than removing it. That is why an exfoliant needs to be introduced carefully, and why steady use of one well-chosen exfoliant does more than a strong one you keep having to stop.

Diagram of three skin cross-sections side by side: flakes piled unevenly on the surface, a plugged pore under a closed bump, and a soft shallow dip in the surface.
All-over roughness, separate small bumps and soft dips each come from a different cause and need a different approach.

How to smooth skin texture

Smoothing texture works on four things at the same time:

  • Helping dead cells shed evenly, which smooths buildup.
  • Clearing the plug inside clogged pores, which flattens the bumps from congestion.
  • Speeding up cell turnover and supporting collagen over months, including for shallow scars.
  • Hydrating and moisturizing, so cells do not stick together.

What an exfoliant does

Most of the ingredients that smooth texture are exfoliants. An exfoliant loosens the bonds that hold dead skin cells together, which lets them shed more evenly instead of building up. Some work on the surface, and some reach inside the pore. Each ingredient below has its own article in the Ingredients that help section.

For buildup and rough patches

Glycolic acid is the smallest of the exfoliating acids, which means it travels furthest into the skin. It smooths buildup and helps with fine lines, and it suits skin that is comfortable with acids.

Lactic acid exfoliates and hydrates at the same time, which makes it a good fit for rough skin that is also dry.

For congestion

Salicylic acid and retinoids are the ingredients we recommend most for congestion, and glycolic acid and niacinamide help alongside them.

Salicylic acid is attracted to oil, which lets it travel inside the pore and break apart the plug of oil and dead cells from within.

Retinoids are forms of vitamin A. They speed up cell turnover in the lining of the pore, which clears the small plugs already there and stops new ones forming. Over months they also support collagen, which helps shallow scars.

Niacinamide is not an exfoliant. It reduces oil on the surface of your skin and supports your barrier, which helps your skin stay comfortable while you use an exfoliant or a retinoid.

Gentler options for sensitive skin

Mandelic acid enters the skin more slowly than glycolic or lactic acid, and exfoliating enzymes work on the surface only. Both are gentler, which suits reactive skin, though they work more slowly.

Start with one exfoliant

Adding several exfoliants at once is too much for most skin. Start with one product two or three nights a week. If your skin is doing well after two weeks, use it more often, or add a second product on alternate nights rather than layering them together.

If that second product is a retinoid, use it on nights you do not exfoliate. Some retinoids cause dryness and flaking in the first weeks, which can look like more texture before it improves.

Keep your skin hydrated

Because shedding needs water, use a water-based hydrating serum, such as hyaluronic acid, then a moisturizer every day, including the nights you exfoliate. The moisturizer adds oils and fats that hold the water in.

Wear sunscreen every day

Exfoliating acids and retinoids leave the new surface more sensitive to the sun, and sun damage is one of the reasons shedding slows in the first place. The right sunscreen for you is the one you will actually apply every morning and reapply throughout the day.

Diagram of a rough layer of dead cells stuck together on the skin surface, then loosening and lifting away after an exfoliant droplet, leaving a smooth surface.
Once the bonds holding old cells together loosen, they shed evenly and the surface underneath feels smoother.

Common questions

How long does it take to see smoother skin?

Buildup often feels smoother within two to four weeks. Congestion takes three to six months to clear. The clogged pores you can feel today started forming deep in the pore long before they showed, and it can take around 90 days for a plug to reach the surface. A routine has to clear what is already on its way up as well as stop new plugs forming. Shallow scars also change slowly, over three to six months.

Week three is where people tend to add a second exfoliant or start using the first one every night, because the bumps are still there. Keep going without changing anything. The photo routine in the How to use it section below makes slow progress easier to see.

Is it normal to break out when I start?

Sometimes, although it is rare. It happens mostly to people with very congested pores or acne-prone skin, and it is called purging. Exfoliants and retinoids speed up cell turnover, which brings congestion that was already forming up to the surface sooner, in the areas where you usually get it. A purge can take three to six months to settle, and using your exfoliant less often makes it gentler.

Bumps in new areas, burning or itching are different: they mean the product does not suit your skin, and you should stop using it.

Can skincare get rid of acne scars?

No, not deep ones. A consistent exfoliant can soften how shallow scars look, though the change is modest. Narrow, deep and sharp-edged scars need in-clinic procedures such as microneedling, peels or lasers, and a provider can tell you which suits your scars.

Does texture need a different approach on deeper skin tones?

Yes, in one important way. Deeper skin pigments much easier, and the irritation and dryness that come from aggressive exfoliation can leave dark marks behind. Mandelic acid, lactic acid and exfoliating enzymes suit deeper skin tones well, and starting slowly protects against new marks.

Can I use these ingredients during pregnancy?

Yes, with some changes. Glycolic acid and niacinamide are considered among the safest options, and mandelic acid is commonly used in pregnancy. Salicylic acid at around 0.5 to 1 percent is often considered acceptable, although not every doctor agrees, and the same applies while breastfeeding. Most retinoids are avoided, and some may be acceptable depending on the retinoid. Skincare ingredients are almost never tested on pregnant people, so check anything new with your OB, midwife or doctor.

How to use it

  • Start one exfoliant, two or three nights a week, and increase it as your skin allows.
  • Apply your exfoliant to clean, dry skin, then follow with a hydrating serum and your moisturizer.
  • Use exfoliants and retinoids on different nights rather than layering them.
  • Wear broad spectrum SPF 30 or higher every morning, and reapply it throughout the day.
  • Photograph your skin on day one, in the same spot and in natural daylight, and again every four weeks.
Start with the basics Skincare 101: Know Your Skin, Build Your Basics
Evidence and sources
  • Tang SC, Yang JH. Dual Effects of Alpha-Hydroxy Acids on the Skin. Molecules, 2018. How exfoliating acids loosen the bonds between dead cells, and why strength and sun protection matter. Read the review
  • Arif T. Salicylic acid as a peeling agent: a comprehensive review. Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology, 2015. How salicylic acid works inside oily pores and on closed comedones and surface roughness, and its use on deeper skin tones. Read the review
  • Mukherjee S, Date A, Patravale V, Korting HC, Roeder A, Weindl G. Retinoids in the treatment of skin aging: an overview of clinical efficacy and safety. Clinical Interventions in Aging, 2006. The clinical improvement retinoids bring to sun-damaged skin, and the dryness and flaking some cause. Read the review
  • Rawlings AV, Harding CR. Moisturization and skin barrier function. Dermatologic Therapy, 2004. Why the enzymes that release dead skin cells need water, and how dry skin sheds unevenly. Read the review
  • Connolly D, Vu HL, Mariwalla K, Saedi N. Acne Scarring: Pathogenesis, Evaluation, and Treatment Options. The Journal of Clinical and Aesthetic Dermatology, 2017. The types of acne scars and the in-clinic procedures used for each. Read the review

A note on the evidence. Exfoliating acids and retinoids are well studied, though much of the research looks at in-clinic peels or prescription strengths rather than the products you use at home. The salicylic acid findings on deeper skin tones come from small studies, and retinoid research has mostly been done on sun-damaged skin. Evidence that home skincare improves acne scars is limited, which is why we point deeper scars to in-clinic procedures. The 90-day timeline comes from what we see in the clinic, and what we describe here combines that with the research.

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Ingredients that help

What each one does, how it works and how to use it.

Products for Texture

  • Vivant

    Pure C + E

    5.0 out of 5.0 stars

    $114.00

    Antioxidant serum for blotchy, dull, or aging skin, and a good first serum from your twenties.

    Vivant Pure C + E in one of my favorite recommendations because it's great for reactive skin, acne and age management. I also love the price point, most effective serums in this category are way more expensive than this one. Anyone at any age can use this serum, especially those who are 20+ yo to help reduce collagen loss.

    Laziza SFounder & Head Esthetician

    Brightens Dull, Uneven Skin

    Vivant Pure C + E is designed to restore brightness to skin that looks dull, blotchy, or uneven. By supporting healthy tone and radiance, it helps skin appear clearer and more refreshed over time. With consistent use, complexion looks more even and visibly energized rather than tired or stressed.

    Defends Against Environmental Stress

    This antioxidant serum helps protect skin from daily environmental exposure that contributes to premature aging. Vitamins C and E work together to neutralize free radicals, supporting the skin’s ability to resist damage from pollution, UV exposure, and other external stressors that can accelerate visible aging.

    Supports Firmer, Healthier-Looking Skin

    By helping defend collagen from oxidative stress, Pure C + E supports firmer-looking skin and improved skin quality. With regular use, skin appears smoother and more resilient, making this a smart preventative step for anyone focused on long-term skin health and graceful aging. Ascorbic acid, the form of vitamin C used here, also supports collagen production.

    Balances Acne-Prone and Reactive Skin

    Antioxidant protection is helpful for acne-prone skin, especially when breakouts, inflammation, or post-acne marks are present. This formula helps support calmer-looking skin without clogging pores, making it suitable for acne-prone or reactive skin types that still need daily protection. Niacinamide and lactic acid support hydration, improve tone, and help refine texture.

  • Hale & Hush

    Rare Mandelic Serum

    $52.00

    8% mandelic acid serum that resurfaces, brightens, and clears sensitive and acne-prone skin.

    If your skin is reactive and also dealing with congestion, texture, breakouts, or post-acne marks, Hale & Hush Rare Mandelic Serum helps improve all of those concerns without irritation. I recommend it for clients who feel like most acne or exfoliating products are too harsh for their skin, and it also works well across all skin tones.

    Laziza SFounder & Head Esthetician

    Exfoliates, Brightens, and Clears Without Irritation

    Hale and Hush Rare Mandelic Serum is an exfoliating corrective serum for texture, tone, and breakouts, formulated for daily use on sensitive and reactive skin. It combines 8% mandelic acid with stable vitamin C, a polyhydroxy acid, Swiss Stone Pine extract, and a fruit enzyme complex to resurface, brighten, and calm skin at the same time.

    Why Mandelic Acid Is Gentler Than Other AHAs

    Not all alpha hydroxy acids behave the same way. Glycolic acid has the smallest molecule of any AHA, which lets it travel quickly and deeply, and some people with reactive skin find that causes stinging. Mandelic acid has a larger molecule that penetrates more slowly and evenly, which makes it gentler than glycolic acid. It suits sensitive skin, all skin tones, and acid beginners.

    Resurfaces Texture and Unclogs Pores

    Dead skin cells accumulate on the surface over time, creating rough texture, dullness, and congestion. Mandelic acid dissolves the bonds that hold these cells in place, clearing the surface and the pore lining at the same time. With consistent use, skin becomes progressively smoother, pores look clearer and more refined, and dullness fades over the first few weeks.

    Fades Dark Spots and Post-Acne Marks

    Post-acne marks and uneven tone can linger well after a breakout has healed. Rare Mandelic Serum addresses discoloration from two directions. Mandelic acid speeds up cell turnover, bringing more evenly pigmented skin to the surface, while a stable form of vitamin C inhibits the excess melanin production behind dark spots. Together they help fade existing marks over several weeks.

  • Hale & Hush

    Rare Retinal Serum

    $62.00

    Sensitive-skin-friendly serum for texture, acne, and signs of aging.

    If you want the benefits of vitamin A but your skin usually cannot tolerate retinoids, Rare Retinal Serum gives visible results without making the skin feel sensitive, reactive, or easily irritated. My reactive clients are often surprised that they can use this serum consistently without going through intense peeling, redness, or downtime.

    Laziza SFounder & Head Esthetician

    Results Without Irritation or Downtime

    Hale and Hush Rare Retinal Serum is a vitamin A serum formulated for sensitive skin, including skin that has not tolerated retinol before. It uses retinaldehyde, a form of vitamin A one step closer to the form skin can use, which lets it work at a lower concentration with less likelihood of irritation or peeling. It helps soften fine lines and support collagen.

    What Makes Retinaldehyde Different From Retinol

    Not all vitamin A is the same. Retinol must be converted twice before skin can use it. Retinaldehyde requires only one conversion, which means it works faster and at a lower concentration, and some people find it causes less irritation. For sensitive skin, this makes consistent vitamin A use more achievable, especially if retinol has not suited you before.

    Reduces Fine Lines and Supports Collagen

    Vitamin A is one of the most well-researched anti-aging ingredients available because it directly stimulates collagen production and accelerates cell turnover. Rare Retinal delivers these benefits through stabilized retinaldehyde that signals the skin to renew itself and produce new collagen. Fine lines become less visible, skin feels firmer, and elasticity improves with consistent nightly use over several weeks.

    Calms Redness and Evens Skin Tone

    Redness, uneven tone, and dullness are often byproducts of chronic low-grade inflammation and accumulated environmental damage. Rare Retinal addresses these concerns through anti-glycation actives that protect the skin's structural proteins, a plant stem cell extract that reduces micro-inflammation and evens out tone, and botanical brighteners that restore radiance. Skin looks calmer, more even, and more luminous with consistent use.

  • Vivant

    Redness & Texture Duo

    $304.00

    True Tone 2.0 and Rejuv Rx paired in Vivant's Post-Inflammatory Erythema Protocol for visible reduction in redness, PIE, and uneven tone in as little as 14 days.

    If you are dealing with PIE or PIH, the Vivant Redness and Texture Duo is a kit you can easily start from home. It addresses both the redness and the discoloration that linger after breakouts, which makes it ideal for acne-prone skin that also deals with uneven tone. And because Rejuv Rx supports collagen and True Tone 2.0 has a retinoid, you are also getting anti-aging benefits built into the routine.

    Laziza SFounder & Head Esthetician

    Serum Duo for PIE, Redness, and Uneven Tone

    Vivant Redness and Texture Duo pairs True Tone 2.0 and Rejuv Rx in a dermatologist-developed protocol specifically designed for post-inflammatory erythema. Where most brightening serums address brown pigmentation, this duo targets the red, pink, and vascular discoloration that lingers after breakouts clear. True Tone 2.0 delivers hydroquinone-free brightening through a multi-acid and peptide system, while Rejuv Rx calms visible redness, supports collagen production, and improves skin resilience. Results for PIE visible in as little as 14 days.

    True Tone 2.0 Delivers Hydroquinone-Free Daily Brightening

    True Tone 2.0 was developed as the daily alternative for patients cycling off hydroquinone, or for anyone who needs continuous year-round brightening without the risk of rebound discoloration that hydroquinone can cause with prolonged use. Powered by Dr. James E. Fulton's patented REt (RP) Retinyl Propionate, which delivers visible results three times faster than traditional retinol, it also contains kojic acid, clinical mandelic acid, lactic acid, and Oligopeptide-68 to address uneven tone, discoloration, and texture simultaneously. Safe for continuous daily use and appropriate for melanin-rich skin.

    Clinically Designed PIE Protocol With 14-Day Results

    The Redness and Texture Duo is built around Vivant's Post-Inflammatory Erythema Protocol, a morning and evening regimen that uses True Tone 2.0 in the evening and Rejuv Rx in the morning to address PIE from two different angles simultaneously. Clinical before and after results from Vivant show visible reduction in PIE redness after 14 days of consistent use, making this one of the more targeted and effective topical options available for this specific and often stubborn concern.

    Rejuv Rx Calms PIE and Supports Skin Recovery

    Rejuv Rx brings the anti-inflammatory and barrier-strengthening components the True Tone 2.0 brightening system needs to work on PIE rather than only on brown pigment. Peptides calm irritation and reduce the appearance of visible redness at the source while supporting collagen production for firmer, more resilient skin over time. Niacinamide strengthens the barrier, reduces the look of pores, and contributes additional redness-calming benefits that complement the brightening action of True Tone 2.0 in the evening step.

  • Hale & Hush

    Refine Polish

    $32.00

    Exfoliates, smooths texture, calms sensitive skin.

    For clients with sensitive skin who feel like they can’t exfoliate because every scrub irritates them, Hale & Hush Refine Polish is usually the one I recommend. I especially like it for sensitive skin with non-inflamed acne, clogged pores, and texture because it helps physically loosen buildup without feeling overly harsh or scratchy. I also love that the formula supports the barrier while exfoliating, which is something most physical exfoliants do not do.

    Laziza SFounder & Head Esthetician

    Exfoliant That Works for Sensitive Skin

    Hale and Hush Refine Polish is a gentle weekly polish built around the needs of sensitive, reactive, and easily irritated skin. Most exfoliants cause more problems than they solve for this skin type. Refine Polish was formulated to change that, combining non-abrasive jojoba beads with barrier-repairing peptides, probiotic actives, and soothing botanicals that leave skin smoother and calmer rather than red and compromised.

    Polishes Skin Without Disrupting the Barrier

    Sensitive skin does not have to avoid exfoliation entirely. It just needs the right approach. Refine Polish uses perfectly spherical jojoba beads that glide across the surface rather than scratching it, lifting dead cells without causing the micro-tears that make sensitive skin react. The formula cleanses and polishes at the same time, so skin is left smooth and comfortable rather than aggravated.

    Calms Irritation and Brightens Complexion

    Redness and uneven tone in sensitive skin are not just cosmetic concerns. They are signs of ongoing low-grade inflammation that most products aggravate rather than address. Refine Polish contains a clinically studied alpine botanical that works specifically to calm skin hypersensitivity, reduce visible redness, and even out color irregularities caused by inflammation. Skin looks noticeably calmer and more even with regular weekly use.

    Repairs and Strengthens the Skin Barrier

    Most exfoliants weaken the skin barrier with repeated use. Refine Polish does the opposite. While the jojoba beads clear the surface, peptides and probiotic-derived actives are working to restore the skin's microbiome balance, reinforce its natural defenses, and rebuild the barrier's ability to retain moisture. Skin that was once easily irritated becomes more stable and resilient over time.

  • SkinBetter Science

    Refining Foam Cleanser

    4.9 out of 5.0 stars

    From $26.00

    Exfoliating cleanser with AHAs and salicylic acid that clears pores and refines skin texture.

    If you’re dealing with congestion, dullness, or excess oil, Refining Foam Cleanser is a must. It leaves skin soft, smooth, and refreshed without stripping, and even doubles as a makeup remover. My clients love how much brighter and softer their skin looks after just a few weeks.

    Laziza SFounder & Head Esthetician

    Gently Exfoliates While Cleansing

    Refining Foam Cleanser is a velvety-soft, multitasking formula that cleanses and lightly exfoliates to reveal brighter, smoother-looking skin. With alpha hydroxy acids and salicylic acid, it lifts dead skin cells, excess oil, and impurities without stripping essential moisture. Massage one to two pumps into damp skin with your fingertips, then rinse with warm water.

    Improves Skin Texture and Radiance

    Daily use helps refine skin’s texture and unclog pores for a clearer, more even look. Over time, it minimizes congestion, softens rough patches, and enhances your skin’s natural glow, making it an ideal first step in a refining or clarifying routine. Salicylic acid reaches into pores to clear out debris and congestion.

    Cleanses and Leaves Skin Hydrated

    Despite its exfoliating action, this cleanser keeps skin hydrated and conditioned with a special blend of emollients and barrier-supporting agents. The airy foam feels luxurious to apply and rinses clean, leaving skin feeling refreshed, soft, and not tight. Beta glucan contributes soothing, hydrating, and barrier-strengthening support, and the formula is fragrance-free and non-comedogenic.

    Clinically Tested for Visible Results

    In clinical studies, over 94% of participants noticed brighter, more refined skin, softer texture, and reduced congestion after just four weeks of twice-daily use. It is gentle enough for normal-to-oily skin and even tested safe for contact lens wearers. Glycolic acid, the smallest AHA, exfoliates the surface, and the foam doubles as a makeup remover.

  • Marini SkinSolutions

    Regeneration Booster

    $248.00

    Growth factor and peptide serum that firms, smooths, and regenerates.

    Regeneration Booster from Marini SkinSolutions is one of those products I recommend when a client's skin needs more than what a standard anti-aging routine is giving them. Growth factors are not an ingredient most people know to look for, but the results speak for themselves. What I love about this one is that it addresses so many concerns at once and there is zero irritation, which means it works for all skin types including sensitive.

    Laziza SFounder & Head Esthetician

    Addresses Multiple Signs of Aging at Once

    Marini SkinSolutions Regeneration Booster is a patented growth factor and peptide formula that supports the skin's own regeneration processes to visibly reduce signs of aging. In an independent physician study, 100% of subjects showed improvement across wrinkles, texture, pore size, elasticity, clarity, and hydration. It is suitable for all skin types and works at any stage of an anti-aging routine.

    What Growth Factors Are and Why They Matter

    Growth factors are proteins that occur naturally in the skin and play a central role in cellular repair and regeneration. They signal skin cells to produce collagen, renew themselves, and keep skin firm, smooth, and resilient. This activity slows with age, and Regeneration Booster delivers a concentrated blend of clinically studied growth factors that support these processes directly.

    Firms Skin and Reduces Fine Lines and Wrinkles

    When the skin's repair and collagen-building processes are well supported, fine lines fill in gradually. Regeneration Booster pairs growth factors with seven peptides that signal collagen and elastin production, improve elasticity, and reduce the depth of fine lines and wrinkles over time. In the clinical study, 94% of subjects reported superior satisfaction in skin quality after three months.

    Addresses Crepey Skin and Under-Eye Circles

    Crepey skin and under-eye circles involve both a loss of hydration and structural thinning. Regeneration Booster pairs its growth factors with ceramides, shea butter, mango seed butter, and hyaluronic acid, so it hydrates deeply while supporting the cellular repair that improves skin density. With consistent use, skin looks more supple, and crepey texture and under-eye circles appear softer.

  • Vivant

    Rejuv Rx

    $177.00

    A revitalizing peptide serum that firms skin and calms redness.

    I love this formula for clients dealing with rosacea, acne, and skin that is prone to post-inflammatory erythema (PIE). The peptides help support skin repair and recovery, which can help reduce lingering redness after breakouts and support skin that is prone to post-acne pitting. It’s a great option for calming inflammation and reactive skin while helping the skin recover more smoothly after acne lesions.

    Laziza SFounder & Head Esthetician

    Supports Firmer, More Resilient Skin

    Vivant Rejuv Rx is a revitalizing serum designed to support collagen density and improve skin resilience. The formula helps address visible laxity, fine lines, and early loss of firmness by supporting the skin’s structural proteins. With consistent use, skin appears smoother, more lifted, and better supported.

    Strengthens Skin And Encourages Renewal

    Peptides and gentle exfoliating ingredients help stimulate natural skin renewal while supporting collagen and elastin production. These ingredients work together to improve skin function and resilience, encouraging healthier skin turnover while maintaining hydration and barrier balance. Lactic acid gently exfoliates to support healthy turnover, while urea helps improve hydration and soften rough or dehydrated areas.

    Calms Redness And Improves Skin Tone

    Niacinamide and conditioning ingredients help reduce visible redness and support a more balanced complexion. The formula also contains hydrating components that reinforce the skin barrier, helping skin remain comfortable and less reactive while improving tone and clarity. It is suited to rosacea-prone skin and can also help ease the lingering redness that breakouts leave behind.

    Suitable For Sensitive And Aging Skin

    Rejuv Rx is appropriate for most skin types, including sensitive or rosacea-prone skin. It is often used to support skin recovery and improve elasticity while maintaining comfort. The formula can also help extend the visible results of professional anti-aging procedures by supporting healthier, stronger-looking skin. Use it morning and evening on clean, dry skin, then follow with your moisturizer.

  • Alastin

    Restorative Eye Complex

    4.9 out of 5.0 stars

    $128.00

    Brightens dark circles and reduces puffiness with TriHex peptides, for thicker, stronger-feeling skin.

    If the under-eye area is starting to look thinner, crepey, puffy, or tired overall, ALASTIN Skincare Restorative Eye Treatment helps target all of those concerns at the same time over time. What I appreciate about this formula is that it focuses on improving the overall quality and strength of the skin instead of only temporarily hydrating the area. My clients notice improvement in puffiness, dark circles, fine lines, and texture, and it also wears beautifully under makeup.

    Laziza SFounder & Head Esthetician

    Targeted Care for the Delicate Eye Area

    Restorative Eye Complex is formulated specifically for the fragile skin around your eyes. Powered by TriHex Technology, it smooths fine lines, reduces puffiness, and brightens dark circles for a refreshed, youthful look. Apply one pump around the eyes morning and evening. It can go on the upper lid area beneath the brow bone, but not on the eyelid itself.

    Hydration Meets Firming Power

    This lightweight formula delivers deep hydration while supporting collagen and elastin production. It visibly firms and lifts the eye area, helping to restore a smoother, tighter appearance without irritation. Niacinamide helps improve tone, texture, and barrier function, while green tea extract adds antioxidant and anti-inflammatory benefits for a brighter, calmer look.

    Backed by Clinical Results

    Clinical studies show visible improvements in skin texture, elasticity, and brightness around the eyes. Consistent use leads to a more rested and revitalized look that keeps getting better over time. Many people notice improvement in puffiness, dark circles, fine lines, and texture as the skin around the eyes looks thicker and stronger.

    Gentle Enough for Daily Use

    Fragrance-free and non-irritating, this formula is safe for all skin types, even sensitive eyes. Its quick-absorbing texture layers perfectly under makeup, making it easy to integrate into your morning and evening routine. Its TriHex Technology peptide blend supports the skin’s natural ability to clear damaged proteins, helping the delicate eye area look smoother.

  • Alastin

    Restorative Neck Complex

    5.0 out of 5.0 stars

    $158.00

    Targets sagging and crepiness with TriHex peptides and antioxidants to firm the neck and décolleté.

    If you’re noticing crepiness, wrinkles, redness, or discoloration on your neck and chest, Alastin Restorative Neck Complex can make a big difference. It helps your skin clear out old, damaged collagen and elastin and replace them with fresh, healthy ones, so the skin looks smoother and plumper. It also calms redness, softens sun damage, boosts hydration, and gives extra antioxidant protection.

    Laziza SFounder & Head Esthetician

    Transform the Look of Your Neck and Décolleté

    Restorative Neck Complex is designed specifically for the delicate skin of the neck and chest. Powered by TriHex Technology, it helps smooth crepiness, improve firmness, and reduce the appearance of horizontal lines and sun damage for a more youthful look. Apply one pump to the neck and décolleté using upward strokes, morning and evening.

    Strengthens and Hydrates Thin Skin

    This targeted formula supports collagen and elastin production while delivering deep hydration. It strengthens the skin barrier and improves texture, helping your neck and décolleté feel firmer, smoother, and visibly healthier over time. Flax seed extract adds nourishment, anti-inflammatory support, and barrier reinforcement for calming and protecting compromised or aging skin.

    Clinically Proven Results

    Backed by clinical studies, Restorative Neck Complex has been shown to improve skin tone, elasticity, and hydration. With consistent use, it delivers a noticeable difference in sagging and crepiness for a lifted, refined appearance. It also helps calm redness, soften the look of sun damage, and boost hydration with added antioxidant protection.

    Gentle and Effective for Daily Use

    Fragrance-free, lightweight, and suitable for all skin types, this serum is specifically formulated for the thinner, more fragile skin of the neck and chest. It absorbs easily and works seamlessly in your morning and evening routine. Phytoene helps defend this delicate area against UV and environmental stress while supporting skin clarity and calm.

  • Alastin

    Restorative Skin Complex

    5.0 out of 5.0 stars

    $248.00

    Strengthens elasticity, smooths wrinkles, and improves dull, thinning skin.

    If your skin is starting to look thinner, duller, less firm, or more tired overall, Alastin Skincare Restorative Skin Complex helps target multiple age-related concerns at the same time: fine lines, wrinkles, uneven tone, sun damage, thinning skin, and loss of fullness. What stands out to me is that it focuses on improving the overall quality and strength of the skin instead of only temporarily plumping it.

    Laziza SFounder & Head Esthetician

    Advanced Anti-Aging for the Face

    Restorative Skin Complex is Alastin’s flagship anti-aging formula. Powered by TriHex Technology, it helps clear out damaged collagen and elastin while supporting new, healthy fibers. The result: smoother, firmer skin and a noticeable reduction in fine lines and wrinkles. Apply one to two pumps to the face morning and evening, after cleansing and before sunscreen.

    Brighten and Even Skin Tone

    This powerful formula also helps reduce the appearance of dullness and uneven pigmentation. Antioxidants like phosphatidylserine and white tea extract protect against environmental stressors while visibly restoring radiance and clarity for a healthier-looking complexion. Niacinamide, a multi-tasking ingredient, also helps improve tone, texture, and barrier function for a more even, radiant look.

    Clinically Proven Transformation

    Backed by clinical research, Restorative Skin Complex improves skin hydration, elasticity, and tone. With consistent use, it visibly restores youthful volume and smoothness, making it a dependable choice for anyone serious about anti-aging. Silver mushroom extract, often called natural hyaluronic acid, helps retain moisture, smooth the skin, and deliver long-lasting hydration.

    Gentle, Effective, and Suitable for All

    This lightweight, fragrance-free formula is safe for all skin types, even sensitive skin. It absorbs quickly, layers seamlessly into any routine, and delivers both immediate hydration and long-term rejuvenating results. It focuses on improving the quality and strength of the skin, helping with fine lines, uneven tone, sun damage, and thinning skin.

  • Hydrinity

    RetaXome Retinal Boost Treatment Pads

    $90.00

    Retinal plus a 5-acid blend in leave-on pads that resurface, brighten, and clear congestion.

    If you have multiple concerns going on at once, like pigmentation, aging, texture, clogged pores, or mild acne, Hydrinity RetaXome Retinal Boost Treatment Pads have a little bit of everything and I think that makes them great for anyone at any age. Just don't overdo it. If you want vitamin A in your routine but don't want to commit to a daily or weekly retinoid or a larger routine, this is a perfect way to get it every three days without any additional steps. It's also great for travel when your skin starts acting out, and especially if you're not getting professional treatments monthly. It gives your routine that extra kick it needs to keep moving in the right direction.

    Laziza SFounder & Head Esthetician

    Retinal and Five-Acid Pads With Exosome Delivery

    Hydrinity RetaXome Retinal Boost Treatment Pads are a next-generation at-home peel treatment combining a 5-acid exfoliation system with encapsulated biomimetic exosome-retinal technology. They resurface, renew, brighten, and support healthier-looking skin while targeting texture, fine lines, congestion, and uneven tone in a single leave-on treatment used every three days. No rinsing required.

    Retinal Delivered Deeper With Exosome Technology

    Retinal is one step closer to retinoic acid than retinol, which means it can work at a lower concentration, and some people find it gentler on their skin. RetaXome Technology encapsulates the retinal inside a biomimetic exosome system that enhances its delivery and stability. Rather than relying on passive absorption, this technology actively supports penetration for more consistent renewal with every application.

    Five-Acid Blend Resurfaces and Brightens at Every Use

    RetaXome Pads combine five acids in one step. Glycolic, lactic, mandelic, salicylic, and gluconolactone each address a different aspect of skin renewal, from surface brightness and texture to pore clearing and barrier support. Used together every three days, they deliver progressive improvement across multiple concerns without needing a separate exfoliant for each.

    Clears Congestion and Targets Breakout-Related Bacteria

    Acne-prone skin benefits from exfoliation that works both at the surface and inside the pore lining. The salicylic acid in the 5-acid blend penetrates oil-filled pores to dissolve the congestion behind blackheads and breakouts, while Oligopeptide-10, a targeted antimicrobial peptide, addresses the bacteria associated with inflammatory acne. Together they suit skin managing both active congestion and aging concerns.

  • iS Clinical

    Retinol+ Emulsion 0.3

    $117.00

    Improves texture, softens fine lines, and brightens while staying gentle enough for sensitive skin.

    My clients find the texture of the Retinol Emulsion 0.3 to be unique, it offers gentle but powerful results, minimizing irritation while promoting smoother, clearer skin. It feels like a moisturizer, providing hydration while helping reduce fine lines and uneven texture. Gets absorbed very easily and doesn't feel heavy at all. You can get started with 2-3 times a week.

    Laziza SFounder & Head Esthetician

    Target Signs of Aging With Precision

    Retinol+ Emulsion 0.3 is a clinically formulated emulsion that addresses visible signs of aging, uneven texture, and blemishes. With 0.3% encapsulated retinol, it helps refine skin tone, reduce fine lines, and improve skin clarity, all while remaining gentle enough for regular use. Ectoin, a stress-protection molecule, adds barrier support and helps skin hold on to moisture.

    Backed by Science, Boosted by Botanicals

    This formula blends stabilized retinol with a skin-supportive blend of antioxidants, plant-derived moisturizers, and iS Clinical’s proprietary Extremozyme technology. Together, these ingredients defend against environmental damage and oxidative stress while enhancing skin's resilience and hydration. Vitamin C adds antioxidant protection, supports collagen production, and helps bring out a more radiant tone.

    Gentle Yet Highly Effective

    This emulsion uses encapsulation and a bioidentical liposomal base to deliver retinol gradually, which keeps flaking, dryness, and irritation to a minimum. The result is smoother, firmer, brighter skin with an easy adjustment period. Many clients say the texture feels like a moisturizer, absorbing easily and providing hydration without any heaviness.

    A Smart Addition to Any Age-Defying Routine

    Whether you are just starting with retinol or upgrading from a lower strength, this 0.3% formula bridges potency with tolerability. It is ideal for those looking to reduce the look of wrinkles, uneven pigmentation, or persistent breakouts while maintaining a calm, balanced complexion. Begin at night every three days for three weeks, then move to every other night as your skin adjusts.

  • Environ

    Sebu-Clear Masque

    $58.00

    Acne mask for oily, congested, and blemish-prone skin.

    For mild to moderate acne, I would start with Sebu-Wash and this masque together. They work really well on their own, and you can also layer in AVST. These three should be enough. Do this for three months and see if you need to increase your AVST level. I would start the mask once a week, and increase to twice a week max if your skin is tolerating it well.

    Laziza SFounder & Head Esthetician

    Masque That Clears Congestion and Breakouts

    Environ Sebu-Clear Masque is a clay-based acid cream mask combining lactic acid and salicylic acid to help clear the appearance of existing breakouts, decongest pores, and remove excess surface oil. With antiseptic tea tree oil and gentle exfoliation, it leaves skin looking visibly clearer and smoother without stripping it. Use every second or third evening. Contains salicylic acid, so avoid if allergic to aspirin.

    Clears Congestion With Dual Acid Exfoliation

    This masque combines two complementary acids to address breakouts from different angles. Lactic acid gently loosens the bonds between dead skin cells at the surface, while salicylic acid penetrates into the pore lining to dissolve oil and debris. Together they help clear the appearance of congestion and existing breakouts without the harsh stripping effect of single-acid treatments.

    Absorbs Excess Oil With Clay

    Magnesium aluminum silicate, a mineral clay, helps absorb excess surface oil and impurities while the masque works. This clay base is what gives the formula its decongesting effect, drawing out buildup that contributes to breakouts and a dull, congested appearance, while the rest of the formula works to keep the skin from feeling stripped or overly dry.

    Calms and Soothes With Tea Tree Oil

    Australian tea tree oil brings antiseptic and antibacterial properties to the formula, helping to support the skin's clarity alongside the acid exfoliation. This is paired with vitamin E for additional antioxidant support, helping the skin feel calmer and more balanced during the exfoliation process rather than irritated or aggravated.

  • Environ

    Sebu-Wash Gel Cleanser

    $48.00

    Clarifying gel cleanser for excess oil, clogged pores, and acne-prone skin.

    If you're dealing with excess oil, congestion, blackheads, or breakouts, Sebu-Wash Gel Cleanser is a great daily cleanser to build a routine around. It works well for both inflamed and non-inflamed acne and is often where I recommend starting. For mild acne, it may be enough on its own. For more persistent acne, I usually pair it with Sebu-Clear Masque and AVST for better results.

    Laziza SFounder & Head Esthetician

    Mattifying Gel Cleanser for Oily and Congested Skin

    Environ Sebu-Wash Gel Cleanser is a low-foaming gel cleanser infused with tea tree oil and salicylic acid, formulated to gently remove excess surface oils, debris, and impurities without stripping the skin. It helps combat congestion and breakouts while maintaining the skin's natural moisture balance. Use morning and evening.

    Removes Excess Oil Without Stripping the Skin

    This low-foaming formula is built specifically for oily and congested skin, gently lifting away excess surface oil, dirt, and environmental debris while preserving the skin's natural acid balance. Unlike harsher acne cleansers, it does this without disrupting the moisture barrier, so skin feels refreshed and clean rather than tight or dry after rinsing.

    Clears Congestion With Salicylic Acid

    Salicylic acid, a beta hydroxy acid, works inside the pore to gently exfoliate and help unclog congestion that leads to breakouts. Combined with the cleanser's oil-removing surfactants, this helps support a clearer, more refined complexion over time, making it a foundational first step for anyone managing oily or breakout-prone skin.

    Calms Skin With Antiseptic Tea Tree Oil

    Australian tea tree oil brings antiseptic properties to every cleanse, helping combat the bacteria associated with breakouts while soothing the skin at the same time. This combination of clarifying and calming action is what makes Sebu-Wash suitable for problem skin without the harshness that often comes with acne-focused cleansers.

  • Vivant

    Skin Nourishing Toner

    5.0 out of 5.0 stars

    $72.00

    For sensitive or rosacea-prone skin that needs gentle exfoliation without irritation.

    Vivant Skin Nourishing Toner is one of my favorite toners for clients who have sensitive, dry, or rosacea-prone skin. It gently exfoliates without stripping and helps calm the skin instead of triggering it. If your skin gets overwhelmed easily with exfoliation, this is such a safe option.

    Laziza SFounder & Head Esthetician

    A Gentle Toner That Respects Sensitive Skin

    This skin-refining toner is formulated specifically for skin that struggles with sensitivity, redness, or imbalance. Instead of stripping the skin after cleansing, it helps restore comfort and calm while gently refreshing the surface. The lightweight formula makes it suitable for daily use, even for skin that typically reacts to traditional toners or acids.

    Soft, Controlled Exfoliation Without Disruption

    Mandelic acid provides mild exfoliation that works slowly and evenly on the skin’s surface, helping to remove dead cells and buildup without triggering irritation. This controlled exfoliation supports a brighter, smoother appearance while respecting the skin barrier, making it ideal for dry, sensitive, or rosacea-prone skin that cannot tolerate stronger acids.

    Calming Botanicals That Support Barrier Health

    Botanical extracts help soothe visible redness and reduce feelings of sensitivity, while rosehip oil supports moisture retention and natural oil balance. This combination helps reinforce the skin barrier, allowing the skin to feel more resilient and less reactive over time, rather than tight or inflamed. The formula suits dry, normal, and sensitive skin types.

    Daily Antioxidant Support for Balanced Skin

    Antioxidants help defend the skin against environmental stressors that contribute to premature aging and sensitivity. With consistent use, this toner helps maintain balance, improve skin tone, and prepare the skin to better absorb corrective serums and moisturizers that follow. Apply it with a cotton pad after cleansing, every other day at first, then once daily as your skin adjusts.

  • Environ

    Tri Bio-Botanical Revival Masque

    $98.00 Sold out

    Weekly mask that helps improve texture, discoloration, congestion, and skin radiance.

    I recommend this masque for photo-damaged skin, uneven texture, and anyone who wants real at-home peel results without downtime. A lot of my virtual clients use this, as well as anyone who cannot get to monthly in-person treatments. Who it works best for, how to use it, and how often all depends on the client, which is part of why I love it. Start with 5 minutes, once a week, and build up gradually from there.

    Laziza SFounder & Head Esthetician

    Triple Acid Peel Mask That Refines and Brightens

    Environ Tri Bio-Botanical Revival Masque is an advanced at-home peel that combines three plant-derived acids, lactic, mandelic, and asiatic, to refine texture, fade pigmentation, and support skin resilience. Often referred to as a facelift in a jar, it can be used as a 10 to 20 minute mask or applied overnight for a more intensive effect. Best used in conjunction with Environ vitamin A moisturizers.

    Why Three Acids Work Better Than One

    Most acid treatments rely on a single ingredient to do all the work. This masque combines three distinct acids that each address a different concern simultaneously, hydration, pigmentation, and regeneration, rather than relying on one mechanism alone. This layered approach is part of what gives the formula its reputation as a comprehensive at-home peel rather than a single-purpose exfoliant.

    Hydrates and Fades Pigmented Marks

    Lactic acid is a gentle alpha hydroxy acid known for increasing the look of hydration in the skin while it exfoliates, which is unusual for an acid this effective. It also helps lighten the appearance of pigmented marks over time, addressing two common concerns, dehydration and discoloration, in a single ingredient. This is part of why the masque feels less harsh than many acid treatments.

    Rejuvenates Pigmented Areas and Refines Texture

    Mandelic acid is included specifically for its ability to rejuvenate the appearance of pigmented areas, along with a gentle antibacterial benefit that makes it useful for breakout-prone skin as well. Combined with the other two acids in the formula, it contributes to smoother, more even-looking texture and a visibly brighter complexion with consistent use over several weeks.

  • SkinBetter Science

    Trio Luxe Moisture Treatment

    4.9 out of 5.0 stars

    From $64.00

    Rich, barrier-supportive cream for severely dry or dehydrated skin.

    If you’re struggling with stubborn dryness or redness, Trio Luxe is such a game-changer. It takes everything I love about the original Trio and makes it richer, more nourishing, and better suited for moderate to severely dry skin. My clients who need that extra hydration absolutely love how soothing and comforting it feels.

    Laziza SFounder & Head Esthetician

    Rich Hydration for Deeply Nourished Skin

    SkinBetter Trio Luxe Moisture Treatment is a velvety-rich cream that delivers intense hydration while supporting the skin’s barrier. Designed for moderate to severely dry skin, it replenishes dull, dehydrated complexions to promote a healthier, more radiant look and softer, smoother texture. Smooth a thin layer over the face, neck, and décolleté after your serums, morning and evening.

    Triple-Action Moisture Support

    This advanced formula blends cholesterol, ceramides, and essential fatty acids to strengthen the skin barrier while locking in moisture. The triple-action approach works to restore balance, enhance resilience, and keep hydration levels optimized throughout the day and night. Linoleic acid, a fatty acid known for its barrier-repairing properties, adds further support.

    Soothes and Renews

    Niacinamide, olive fruit extract, and squalane work together to calm visible redness, provide antioxidant protection, and restore suppleness. The result is skin that looks more even-toned, feels deeply nourished, and maintains a luminous, revitalized appearance. Niacinamide also helps improve skin tone, texture, and barrier function, so skin feels calmer and more balanced.

    Advanced Hydration Complex

    Urea complex, sodium hyaluronate, and sodium PCA flood the skin with lasting moisture, helping to reduce the appearance of fine lines caused by dryness. This nutrient-rich blend supports a strong, healthy skin barrier while leaving a luxurious, comfortable finish perfect for daily use. Sodium PCA, one of the skin’s natural moisturizing factors, holds moisture without feeling greasy.

  • SkinBetter Science

    Trio Rebalancing Moisture Treatment

    4.9 out of 5.0 stars

    From $54.00

    Lightweight hydrator that restores balance and radiance to dry, aging skin.

    Trio Rebalancing Moisture Treatment is my go-to moisturizer for everyone, whether you’re acne-prone, oily, dry, or mature. It supports barrier repair, calms inflammation, and hydrates without feeling heavy. My clients love how light and silky it feels while still being so effective.

    Laziza SFounder & Head Esthetician

    Intense Hydration Without the Weight

    SkinBetter Trio Rebalancing Moisture Treatment delivers heavy hydration in a feather-light texture, making it ideal for restoring balance to dry, aging skin. This patented triple-action formula replenishes moisture while supporting the skin’s barrier, helping to improve radiance, smoothness, and skin health. Use it morning and evening on the face, neck, and décolleté.

    Restores Moisture and Barrier Function

    By combining cholesterol, ceramides, and essential fatty acids, this formula strengthens the skin's natural defenses and locks in hydration. The result is a plumper, more supple complexion that feels comfortable, well-nourished, and visibly revitalized. Linoleic acid, an essential fatty acid, adds anti-inflammatory and barrier-repairing support to help calm the skin.

    Targets Fine Lines and Dryness

    The advanced blend of hyaluronic acid, urea complex, and sodium PCA works to fill in the appearance of fine lines caused by dehydration, creating a smoother and softer skin texture over time. Urea softens, hydrates, and gently exfoliates dry or rough skin. This visible improvement in dryness helps the skin look refreshed and well-nourished.

    Nutrient-Rich, Skin-Supporting Formula

    Vitamin C, squalane, and botanical extracts add antioxidant protection and a boost of skin-loving nutrients. These ingredients not only hydrate but also help promote a healthy, balanced environment for skin to thrive, making it an excellent daily companion for all skin types needing moisture recovery.

  • Environ

    Vita-Peptide Eye Gel

    $110.00

    Vitamin A eye gel for dryness, puffiness, dark circles and fine lines.

    If your concerns are puffiness, dark circles, fine lines, or early signs of aging around the eyes, Environ Vita-Peptide Eye Gel is perfect, even if you have reactive skin. I especially recommend it for clients who prefer a lighter eye product but still want ingredients that support conditions like dryness while also delivering long term benefits for aging over time. It also works beautifully as a makeup prep product.

    Laziza SFounder & Head Esthetician

    Peptide Eye Gel That Firms, Plumps, and Smooths

    Environ Vita-Peptide Eye Gel is a lightweight gel formulated for the delicate eye area, combining vitamins A, C, and E with a targeted peptide complex and a hyaluronic acid-stimulating technology. It hydrates, firms, plumps, and helps reduce the appearance of fine lines and existing wrinkles, including the eyelid area. Most users see visible smoothing and firming within 4 to 6 weeks of consistent use.

    Firms and Smooths With Three Named Peptides

    This eye gel combines Matrixyl 3000, Dermaxyl, and Argireline, three well-researched peptide technologies that work together to firm the skin, support collagen, and reduce the appearance of expression lines. Argireline in particular helps soften the look of existing wrinkles by working on the muscle contractions that deepen them over time, while Matrixyl and Dermaxyl support the skin's structural firmness from within.

    Restores Hyaluronic Acid for Lasting Plumpness

    As skin ages, its ability to retain hyaluronic acid declines, contributing to dryness and a loss of plumpness around the eyes. This gel contains OptimHyal, a technology that supports the skin's own natural hyaluronic acid production rather than simply applying it topically. The result is deep, lasting hydration and a visibly plumper, smoother eye area that improves with consistent twice-daily use.

    Improves Sun Damaged Skin and Restores Radiance

    The eye area is one of the first places to show the cumulative effects of sun exposure. This gel contains vitamins A, C, and E alongside a synthetic five amino acid complex that helps improve the appearance of sun-damaged skin cells while enhancing the skin's own natural sun protectors. With consistent use, the eye area looks more radiant.

  • Environ

    Vitamin A, C & E Body Oil

    $90.00

    Vitamin-rich body oil that improves dryness, rough texture, and skin softness.

    A lot of body oils either just sit on top of the skin and feel way too greasy for everyday use. Environ Body Oil is different. It absorbs beautifully and leaves the skin feeling soft instead of oily. I recommend it for dryness, rough texture, crepiness, sun damage, and skin that looks thin or lacks a healthy glow. I also recommend it as a preventative anti-aging product for younger clients because the body ages too. My favorite way to use it is mixed with Environ Derma-Lac Lotion. Treat your body the same way you treat your face.

    Laziza SFounder & Head Esthetician

    Lightweight Vitamin Oil for Dry and Sun-Damaged Skin

    Environ Vitamin A, C & E Body Oil is a light, finely textured oil rich in antioxidant vitamins, formulated to nourish dry, sun-damaged skin and improve the appearance of fine lines, uneven tone, and scarring. It absorbs easily with no greasy after-feel, leaving skin soft, supple, and velvety. Suitable for all skin types.

    Nourishes Dry and Sun-Damaged Skin

    Skin on the body is constantly exposed to harsh weather, friction, and sun, which can leave it feeling dry and looking dull over time. This oil delivers concentrated vitamins A, C, and E that help condition and nourish the skin, leaving it feeling soft and supple. It is especially effective for hands, arms, décolleté, legs, and feet, areas that are frequently exposed and underprotected.

    Protects With a Trio of Antioxidant Vitamins

    This oil features a free radical scavenging system built around vitamins A, C, and E along with beta-carotene and pro-vitamin B5, working together to shield the skin from environmental damage. This antioxidant trio helps protect against the kind of daily stress that accelerates visible aging and contributes to dullness, while supporting the skin's overall resilience.

    Improves the Appearance of Scars and Stretch Marks

    Beyond daily nourishment, this oil is formulated to help improve the visible appearance of scarring and stretch marks over time. With consistent use, skin looks smoother and more even, making it a useful addition to a body care routine for anyone working to improve the appearance of textural changes in the skin.

  • iS Clinical

    Warming Honey Cleanser

    4.4 out of 5.0 stars

    $52.00

    Purifies, softens, and revitalizes the skin with a gentle, comforting warmth and enzymes.

    The Warming Honey Cleanser has become an absolute obsession; it smells so beautiful and feels so special, especially in winter when the cold hits; I feel so cozy when using it! It’s anti-inflammatory, calming, and soothing. The enzymes gently exfoliate, making it perfect for sensitive skin!

    Laziza SFounder & Head Esthetician

    Deep-Cleansing Meets Skin-Loving Comfort

    Warming Honey Cleanser is a luxurious, transformative cleanser that detoxifies the skin without stripping it. Its rich honey-like texture warms on contact, melting away impurities, excess oil, and makeup while leaving skin soft, smooth, and radiant. Honey helps improve blemish-prone skin, and the warmth builds gently the longer you massage it over the face and neck.

    Gently Exfoliates Without Irritating

    Formulated with papaya enzymes and green tea, this cleanser offers mild exfoliation to unclog pores and refine texture. It lifts away dull, dead skin while calming inflammation, perfect for those dealing with breakouts, rough patches, or congested pores. The enzymes dissolve the protein bonds between dead skin cells, so they slough away without any scrubbing.

    Antioxidant Support in Every Wash

    Beyond cleansing, Warming Honey Cleanser nourishes with antioxidants to defend against environmental stressors. It helps protect the skin barrier and support healing while delivering a balanced finish that feels more like a nourishing skin ritual than a basic face wash. Green tea adds antioxidant, calming, and oil-regulating benefits suited to a wide range of skin types.

    A Unique Experience for All Skin Types

    Ideal for all skin types, this cleanser turns cleansing into a sensorial ritual. The warming sensation is gentle and comforting, and leaves the skin glowing, clear, and comfortably hydrated, without residue or tightness. Massage a small amount over a moistened face and neck, avoiding the eye area, then rinse after a few minutes. It feels especially cozy in colder months.

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