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29
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SkinCeuticals
H.A. Peptide Serum
around $108
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50 Pros
74%
10 reviews (2h 18m)
18 Cons
Experience the rejuvenating power of SkinCeuticals H.A. Intensifier, a multi-beneficial corrective serum designed to amplify skin’s hyaluronic acid levels. This powerful formula combines a high concentration of pure hyaluronic acid, including multiple molecular weights and a next-generation cross-linked HA, to deliver intense hydration and visibly...
81%
21 vs 5
Ingredients
100%
10 vs 0
Hydration
0%
0 vs 1
Texture & Absorption
100%
1 vs 0
Skin Irritation/Sensitivity
33%
1 vs 2
Effectiveness
Reviewer verdict
Across 10 YouTube reviews, the SkinCeuticals H.A. Peptide Serum earns an Index score of 3.9/5, ranking #29 among Serums & Treatments. Reviewers most often praise its ingredients, hydration, overall, while the most common criticisms concern value for money, ingredients.
Reviewers consistently praise H.A. Peptide Serum for its ingredient profile, especially various forms of hyaluronic acid and vitamin C, with about two dozen mentions highlighting these actives and patented formulation claims. Many reviewers (10 mentions) also note strong hydration and plumping benefits, reporting reduced trans‑epidermal water loss and a dewy, moisturized feel. A smaller but repeated set of comments (6 mentions) frame the product as a high‑end, research‑backed serum with noticeable long‑term anti‑aging and antioxidant advantages. Overall the consensus emphasizes effective moisturizing performance and a well‑regarded formulation.
Criticisms focus primarily on price and value, with 8 mentions calling the serum expensive and noting high per‑ounce cost. Several reviewers (5 mentions) raise concerns tied to the active ingredients: instability of pure vitamin C, potential oxidation/colour change, and patent-related issues. A few additional complaints address limited effectiveness for some users, texture or pilling with certain routines, and an offputting strong scent. In short, reviewers weigh strong formulation and hydrating benefits against cost and stability/application drawbacks.
Analysis based on 10 YouTube reviews (2h 18m of video) with 50 pros and 18 cons extracted.
Pros (50)
Ingredients (21)
- cross polymer has five times more power in the capability of the water binding effect ▶ Hyaluronic Acid @ 4:08
- hyaluronic acid holds a thousand times its own weight in moisture ▶ Hyaluronic Acid @ 0:46
- it's also going to be that lower is a better antioxidant ▶ Hyaluronic Acid @ 3:07
- sodium hyaluronic still has the ability to hold a thousand times its own weight in moisture ▶ Hyaluronic Acid @ 5:12
- vitamin c is an amazing amazing antioxidant it's great for fading hyperpigmentation because it's highly acidic it helps trigger your skin to heal itself by speeding up collagen production which helps your skin look more plump and firm ▶ ⚡️ best skinceuticals vitamin c dupes 🍊 @ 1:52
- SkinCeuticals has their hyaluronic acid intensifier hydrating serum ▶ 5 Skincare Products I Can’t Live Without at 63 Years Old! @ 5:17
- all of the ingredients together vitamin c e and ferulic acid are much more effective than just vitamin c on its own ▶ ⚡️ best skinceuticals vitamin c dupes 🍊 @ 2:45
- the perfect blend of lipids cholesterol and fatty acids ▶ DUPES for Skinceuticals Triple Lipid Restore?! | Let's save @ 1:30
- low molecular weight is probably the most interesting ▶ Hyaluronic Acid @ 2:54
- hydrolyzed means where we have chopped up the large hyaluronic acid the big molecule and made it into lots of little molecules that means it's going to go deeper into the skin ▶ Hyaluronic Acid @ 4:35
- it tends to be a smaller molecule so it's going to go deeper into the skin and actually is brilliant at reducing oxidation in the skin ▶ Hyaluronic Acid @ 5:17
- 15 of the pure form of vitamin c in it, it's called alexorbic acid and it's great because it's the most bioavailable form of vitamin c ▶ ⚡️ best skinceuticals vitamin c dupes 🍊 @ 1:37
- skinceuticals has basically found the sweet spot for the formulation that's the most bioavailable the least likely to irritate your skin but also is extremely stable ▶ ⚡️ best skinceuticals vitamin c dupes 🍊 @ 3:33
- really holds on to hyaluronic acid in the skin ▶ MY CURRENT SERUM COLLECTION @ 2:46
- high molecular weight is very much going to stay on the surface levels of the skin ▶ Hyaluronic Acid @ 1:50
- it provides some antioxidant protection so it helps protect your skin against sun damage and pollution as well ▶ ⚡️ best skinceuticals vitamin c dupes 🍊 @ 2:12
- it actually takes a surprisingly long amount of time to get there (oxidize) ▶ ⚡️ best skinceuticals vitamin c dupes 🍊 @ 4:29
- vitamin c has to be pure with a concentration between 10 to 15 for the best results ▶ ⚡️ best skinceuticals vitamin c dupes 🍊 @ 2:54
- patented formula ▶ DUPES for Skinceuticals Triple Lipid Restore?! | Let's save @ 1:27
- the formula has to be at a ph of below 3.5 so more acidic than that for it to be effective and for your body to absorb it ▶ ⚡️ best skinceuticals vitamin c dupes 🍊 @ 3:02
- hydrating B5 hyaluronic acid gel moisturizer ▶ 5 Skincare Products I Can’t Live Without at 63 Years Old! @ 5:23
Hydration (10)
- high weight hyaluronic acid really helps limit trans epidermal water loss ▶ Hyaluronic Acid @ 2:03
- really helps to plump the skin ▶ MY CURRENT SERUM COLLECTION @ 2:44
- give your skin this like plump rich dewiness ▶ DUPES for Skinceuticals Triple Lipid Restore?! | Let's save @ 2:28
- i don't lose as much moisture when using this ▶ MY CURRENT SERUM COLLECTION @ 2:52
- the next day it feels very moisturized you don't lose any of the basically like have any trans epidermal water loss overnight ▶ DUPES for Skinceuticals Triple Lipid Restore?! | Let's save @ 2:32
- my skin stays very hydrated throughout the day ▶ MY CURRENT SERUM COLLECTION @ 2:50
- it definitely gives you that nice glow when you first use it ▶ ⚡️ best skinceuticals vitamin c dupes 🍊 @ 12:47
- really good for plumping ▶ MY CURRENT SERUM COLLECTION @ 2:56
- restoring your skin's moisture barrier ▶ DUPES for Skinceuticals Triple Lipid Restore?! | Let's save @ 1:50
- really going to help lock those in ▶ DUPES for Skinceuticals Triple Lipid Restore?! | Let's save @ 2:26
Overall (6)
- one of a kind ▶ DUPES for Skinceuticals Triple Lipid Restore?! | Let's save @ 2:43
- I do think that their products are outstanding ▶ SkinCeuticals Review/Skin Cleansing Routine for Mature Skin @ 3:45
- this serum is basically the result of 40 years of academic research by this dermatologist and professor who became the chief medical officer of skinceuticals ▶ ⚡️ best skinceuticals vitamin c dupes 🍊 @ 2:20
- incredible ▶ DUPES for Skinceuticals Triple Lipid Restore?! | Let's save @ 2:10
- spectacular ▶ DUPES for Skinceuticals Triple Lipid Restore?! | Let's save @ 2:41
- widely regarded as one of the best if not the best type of product of its type on the market ▶ Drunk Elephant’s Dupe That Went TOO FAR! The vitamin C serum @ 3:41
Other (5)
- it's really great for all skin types ▶ A Registered Nurse's Morning Skincare Routine for a Dry to N @ 4:46
- loaded with hyaluronic acid which is a must in every skincare routine ▶ A Registered Nurse's Morning Skincare Routine for a Dry to N @ 4:11
- i love hyaluronic acid in my skin care products because it leaves my skin feeling smooth ▶ A Registered Nurse's Morning Skincare Routine for a Dry to N @ 4:37
- i love the way this feels i mean this serum has literally been a game changer for me ▶ A Registered Nurse's Morning Skincare Routine for a Dry to N @ 4:20
- it feels so much more hydrated and overall i just feel like my skin feels supple after i apply the serum ▶ A Registered Nurse's Morning Skincare Routine for a Dry to N @ 4:42
Long-Term Results (4)
- is an antioxidant I really feel my skin tingling after I use that and so I think it really also helps um generate new skin cell growth ▶ SkinCeuticals Review/Skin Cleansing Routine for Mature Skin @ 3:57
- the lower the molecular weight the better the deeper it's going to go into the skin and the more results you're going to see on the appearance of lines and wrinkles ▶ Hyaluronic Acid @ 2:59
- it's really great to prevent premature aging as well ▶ ⚡️ best skinceuticals vitamin c dupes 🍊 @ 2:08
- really helping to reduce the signs of aging ▶ DUPES for Skinceuticals Triple Lipid Restore?! | Let's save @ 1:54
Skin Irritation/Sensitivity (1)
- the lower is also going to have other skin benefits like it's going to help with the skins defense system it's going to help with inflammation it's also believed to help really with rosacea skins that suffer really with a lot of inflammation it will also help with some damage as well ▶ Hyaluronic Acid @ 3:11
Value for Money (1)
Texture (1)
- occlusive layer to it ▶ DUPES for Skinceuticals Triple Lipid Restore?! | Let's save @ 2:12
Effectiveness (1)
Cons (18)
Value for Money (8)
- expensive ▶ Hyaluronic Acid - do you get what you pay for? @ 4:45
- not cheap ▶ Drunk Elephant’s Dupe That Went TOO FAR! The vitamin C serum @ 4:02
- 136 dollars which is absolutely mind-blowing and insane ▶ DUPES for Skinceuticals Triple Lipid Restore?! | Let's save @ 0:41
- another dupe of one of their more successful products ▶ Drunk Elephant’s Dupe That Went TOO FAR! The vitamin C serum @ 4:12
- this toner is expensive. ▶ DRUNK ELEPHANT, SKINCEUTICALS and NEUTROGENA HYDRO BOOST | 4 @ 3:29
- skin sual is not cheap ▶ SkinCeuticals Review/Skin Cleansing Routine for Mature Skin @ 3:42
- you're paying so much per ounce ▶ DUPES for Skinceuticals Triple Lipid Restore?! | Let's save @ 3:05
- I feel that there are other toners at a better price point that does the exact same thing. ▶ DRUNK ELEPHANT, SKINCEUTICALS and NEUTROGENA HYDRO BOOST | 4 @ 3:37
Ingredients (5)
- in breach of one of L'Oreal's patents ▶ Drunk Elephant’s Dupe That Went TOO FAR! The vitamin C serum @ 1:56
- skinceuticals hold a patent for this ▶ ⚡️ best skinceuticals vitamin c dupes 🍊 @ 3:29
- one of the downsides of formulating a serum with the pure form of vitamin c alexorbic acid in it is that it's really really unstable to formulate with it has a much shorter shelf life than some of its derivatives ▶ ⚡️ best skinceuticals vitamin c dupes 🍊 @ 3:47
- when the serum is exposed to light and air the oxidation process breaks down the antioxidants effectiveness ▶ ⚡️ best skinceuticals vitamin c dupes 🍊 @ 4:01
- it basically turns this like dark yellowy orange color ▶ ⚡️ best skinceuticals vitamin c dupes 🍊 @ 4:15
Effectiveness (2)
- this serum i'm almost out not good ▶ A Registered Nurse's Morning Skincare Routine for a Dry to N @ 4:00
- i didn't notice a huge amount of difference i think because a lot of it just peeled off my skin rather than sinking in ▶ Hyaluronic Acid - do you get what you pay for? @ 5:34
Scent (1)
- it has this really strong like meaty smell to it and it's kind of like hot dog water ▶ ⚡️ best skinceuticals vitamin c dupes 🍊 @ 1:16
Texture & Absorption (1)
- oat proteins or something in it that um if i put it on in certain times it would just pill on my skin and just come straight off ▶ Hyaluronic Acid - do you get what you pay for? @ 5:00
Application Experience (1)
- didn't layer very well with other skin care products ▶ Hyaluronic Acid - do you get what you pay for? @ 5:23
Review sources
- ⚡️ best skinceuticals vitamin c dupes 🍊 by cathy on skincare — 11 pros, 5 cons
- DUPES for Skinceuticals Triple Lipid Restore?! | Let's save you some 💰💰💰 by Dana Ripperton — 11 pros, 2 cons
- Hyaluronic Acid by Fiona Brackenbury — 11 pros, 0 cons
- Drunk Elephant’s Dupe That Went TOO FAR! The vitamin C serum lawsuit 💜 James Welsh by James Welsh — 3 pros, 3 cons
- A Registered Nurse's Morning Skincare Routine for a Dry to Normal Skin Type | Skincare Expert by Mixed Makeup — 5 pros, 1 cons
- MY CURRENT SERUM COLLECTION by A Little Bit etc — 5 pros, 0 cons
- Hyaluronic Acid - do you get what you pay for? by Ali M’s Beauty (Ali M’s Beauty) — 0 pros, 4 cons
- SkinCeuticals Review/Skin Cleansing Routine for Mature Skin by BeatriceStCyr — 2 pros, 1 cons
- 5 Skincare Products I Can’t Live Without at 63 Years Old! by GloryB-TV — 2 pros, 0 cons
- DRUNK ELEPHANT, SKINCEUTICALS and NEUTROGENA HYDRO BOOST | 4 MONTHS AFTER | ALL MOD THINGS by All Mod Things — 0 pros, 2 cons
Frequently asked questions
Is the SkinCeuticals H.A. Peptide Serum worth buying?
Based on 10 independent YouTube reviews, the SkinCeuticals H.A. Peptide Serum scores 3.9/5 with 50 positive and 18 negative points mentioned by reviewers, placing it #29 in the Serums & Treatments category.
What do reviewers like most about the SkinCeuticals H.A. Peptide Serum?
The most praised aspects are ingredients, hydration, overall — Ingredients (21 mentions), Hydration (10 mentions), Overall (6 mentions).
What are the most common complaints about the SkinCeuticals H.A. Peptide Serum?
Reviewers most frequently criticize value for money, ingredients — Value for Money (8 mentions), Ingredients (5 mentions).
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