73%
would repurchase
4.2/5
package quality

price range

description

SkinCeuticals Phyto Corrective Optimal for sensitive or problematic skin this light oil-free gel contains botanical extracts with anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties to help soothe and calm irritated skin. Phyto Corrective Gel also contains natural alternatives to hydroquinone and other chemical skin lighteners to help diminish the appearance of brown spots and promote a clear fresh-looking complexion. Excellent oil-free hydrator for acneic skin.

ingredients

AQUA / WATER / EAU, GLYCERIN, PROPYLENE GLYCOL, POLYSORBATE 80, PHENOXYETHANOL, SODIUM BENZOATE, SODIUM HYALURONATE, HYDROXYETHYLCELLULOSE, DISODIUM EDTA, OLEA EUROPAEA (OLIVE) LEAF EXTRACT, PARFUM / FRAGRANCE, BENZOPHENONE-4, BUTYLENE GLYCOL, CITRUS GRANDIS EXTRACT / GRAPEFRUIT FRUIT EXTRACT, CUCUMIS SATIVUS FRUIT EXTRACT / CUCUMBER FRUIT EXTRACT, BENZYL BENZOATE, CI 19140 / YELLOW 5,THYMUS VULGARIS FLOWER/LEAF EXTRACT - THYME FLOWER/LEAF EXTRACT, EUCALYPTUS GLOBULUS LEAF OIL, BENZYL ALCOHOL, ALPHA-ISOMETHYL IONONE, CI 42090 / BLUE 1, LINALOOL, CITRONELLOL, MORUS ALBA ROOT EXTRACT

Reviews

Reviews


5.0
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10 years ago

I have been using this for over six months now and I absolutely LOVE this product. I have tried many different creams, gels, and cleansers to try and keep my skin from being less red and this is...

About reviewer (4 reviews)

Age19-24

SkinOily, Medium

HairBrunette

EyesHazel



5.0
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11 years ago

Rosacea people out there, this is a definite go to...especially if you also suffer from the papule acne that you need the daily antibiotics for. This serum is very calming, it will temporary...

About reviewer (37 reviews)

Age30-35

SkinCombination, Fair-Medium

HairBlond

EyesBrown


4.0
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11 years ago

It's hydrating... everyone needs a moisturizer no matter what the skin type, and this is a perfect option if you have oily or combo skin. If you have dry skin, use under your moisturizer to bind...

About reviewer (7 reviews)

Age25-29

SkinAcne-prone, Fair-Medium, Warm

HairBrunette, Wavy, Medium

EyesHazel


5.0
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11 years ago

I'm 40 and still battling acne, especially during those days of the month.... I felt a bad breakout coming on when my e-bay purchase with two bottles of the Phyto Corrective Gel arrived and I...

About reviewer (1 reviews)

Age36-43

SkinDry, Fair-Medium, Not Sure

HairBrunette, Other, Other

EyesBrown


4.0
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11 years ago

This is a must in my daily routine. Helps combat the redness in my skin and adds a little extra moisture. Skinceuticals was what I learned to work with when I was in school for Medical Aesthetics...

About reviewer (9 reviews)

Age19-24

SkinDry, Fair, Not Sure

HairBlond, Other, Other

EyesBlue


1.0
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11 years ago

This is an excellent product, especially for women with sensitive skin. I use this in the morning before applying a moisturizer and it instantly calms my skin. It appears to prevent breakouts and...

About reviewer (91 reviews)

Age44-55

SkinCombination, Fair-Medium, Neutral

HairOther, Curly, Medium

EyesBlue


5.0
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12 years ago

The purpose of this serum is not to lighten hyperpigmentation or acne marks on the face. Whoever told you this is terribly wrong. This serum contains anti-inflammatory and anti-microbial...

About reviewer (66 reviews)

Age19-24

SkinOily, Fair-Medium, Warm

HairBlond, Straight, Fine

EyesBlue


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12 years ago

I bought this for my redness issues. Even though I have been seeing great results from Cerave for my irritated skin, I wanted to boost it further and bought this based on the reviews. However, I...

About reviewer (201 reviews)

Age25-29

SkinCombination, Olive, Warm

HairBrunette, Wavy, Coarse

EyesHazel


5.0
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12 years ago

amazing for my acne prone skin. would buy again!

About reviewer (10 reviews)

Age19-24

SkinCombination, Medium

HairBlack

EyesBrown


4.0
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12 years ago

Overall I really like skinceutical products and I've bought this product a few times in the past. It is fairly gentle compared to some other treatments I've used. The product is sticky which I...

About reviewer (1 reviews)

Age44-55

SkinCombination, Fair-Medium

HairBrown

EyesHazel


1.0
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12 years ago

This gel did nothing for my hyperpigmentation, acne scars or redness around my nose. Disappointed as it did nothing that it says its supposed to do , for the price waste of $40, and I used it every...

About reviewer (82 reviews)

Age36-43

SkinCombination, Fair-Medium, Cool

HairBrown, Wavy, Fine

EyesGreen


3.0
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12 years ago

I think that in general my skin is better with this product than without. I have acne prone skin, and I think this product helps a little bit. It doesn't seem to prevent pimples, but it does seem...

About reviewer (48 reviews)

Age30-35

SkinAcne-prone, Fair, Cool

HairBrown, Wavy, Fine

EyesBlue


5.0
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13 years ago

An aesthetician told me that I have "reactive" skin and recommended this product. I'm in my mid-40's, fair skinned, prone to acne, and experience redness. Achieving a balance in my skin has been...

About reviewer (1 reviews)

Age44-55

SkinAcne-prone, Fair, Not Sure

HairBrunette, Wavy, Medium

EyesGray


1.0
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13 years ago

I had high hopes for this. I thought it would help my acne scars and redness in my skin. I used it for 6 months! No difference in post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation. I am extremely disappointed....

About reviewer (8 reviews)

Age19-24

SkinOily, Olive, Warm

HairBlack, Straight, Medium

EyesHazel


1.0
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13 years ago

I have been a Skinceuticals fan for many years but the reformulated Phyto Corrective Gel is truly disappointing. It has done absoluvely nothing for my facial hyperpigmentation even though I've...

About reviewer (2 reviews)

Age30-35

SkinVery Oily, Fair

HairBrunette

EyesGreen


4.0
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13 years ago

my aesthetician recommended this to me. it's pretty good but it's mild. when my skin is acting crazy it's not the thing i go to but when it's doing well it works okay to keep it that way. it works...

About reviewer (369 reviews)

Age

SkinAcne-prone, Dark, Warm

HairBrown, Kinky, Coarse

EyesBrown


3.0
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13 years ago

This product was recommended by my esthetician to help fade hyperpigmentation and promote even skin tone. I used the serum twice per day, on my entire face, using 2 full bottles over a 6 month...

About reviewer (72 reviews)

Age36-43

SkinDry, Medium, Warm

HairBrunette, Wavy, Medium

EyesBlue


5.0
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13 years ago

This product left my skin feeling refreshed and incredibly soft. It is pricey, but it lasts you a long time. It's well worth the price tag.

About reviewer (2 reviews)

Age19-24

SkinAcne-prone, Fair

HairBlond

EyesBlue


4.0
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13 years ago

I use this product when my skin is sensitive and red, or when I have breakouts. I find that it's really calming and does help lighten brown spots (or acne scars). I don't use it all the time...

About reviewer (19 reviews)

Age25-29

SkinCombination, Medium, Cool

HairBrown, Straight, Medium

EyesBrown


5.0
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13 years ago

I have slight rosacea around my nose and have tried countless products to diminish the redness! Most products left me terribly broken out or just didn't sit too well with me. But this...this is...

About reviewer (45 reviews)

Age25-29

SkinSensitive, Fair

HairBrown

EyesBrown