SkinCeuticals

Cell Cycle Catalyst

    This anti-aging exfoliating serum helps maintain optimal hydration to support a healthy skin barrier. 
    Size: 1 fl oz

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    Cell Cycle Catalyst

    $120

    Why We Love It

    Promotes cell turnover

    Visibly improves the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles

    Leaves skin hydrated

    Expert Review

    "Cell Cycle Catalyst can take any anti-aging routine to the next level by enhancing its benefits. This innovative formula accelerates cell turnover and provides the new cells with a boost of energy! I love that it has been tested on all skin types and tones too!"

    Cori Ramos, SkinCeuticals Pro & Licensed Aesthetician

    Works Best With

    Works Best With

    When used together, Cell Cycle Catalyst and C E Ferulic create a powerful morning duo that accelerates skin renewal and amplifies antioxidant protection. This combination ensures that the skin’s natural repair processes are optimized through cellular turnover while being fortified against oxidative stress, resulting in a more radiant, resilient, and youthful-looking complexion.

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    Product Information

    Product Information

    Description

    Cell Cycle Catalyst is a daily use, layerable serum clinically proven to boost anti-aging results. Powered in part by a 7.7% multi-acid complex (alpha hydroxy and beta hydroxy acids) and 1% Taurine, Cell Cycle Catalyst is clinically tested to gently peel and enhance cellular turnover at the skin’s surface to smooth texture, improve the appearance of discoloration, and the look of visible lines. This anti-aging exfoliating serum helps maintain optimal hydration to support a healthy skin barrier. Cell Cycle Catalyst is an optimal first step to boost the instant results of an anti-aging routine. After 8 weeks, Cell Cycle Catalyst noticeably improved attributes associated with skin aging, including fine lines, discoloration, and radiance in multiple facial zones.

    UPC: 3606000616295

    Key Benefits

    • Amplifies visible results of anti-aging regimens. Skin is visibly brighter. The appearance of fine lines is reduced.
    • Visibly improves the appearance of fine lines, wrinkles, discoloration, pores and blemishes
    • Leaves skin hydrated
    • Respects skins natural barrier
    • Well tolerated for daily usage into any AM/PM skincare routine
    • Tested on all skin tones
    • Fragrance-free, silicon-free, alcohol-free
    Highlights

    Highlights

    benefits
    anti-aging | exfoliating | hydrating
    ingredient preference
    aha/glycolic acid | salicylic acid | fragrance free
    Concerns
    • acne & blemishes
    • dry skin
    • fine lines & wrinkles
    • pore size
    • scars & discoloration
    Q&A

    Q&A

    What is the level of tolerability on all skin types?
    Catalyst is an extremely gentle formula and a great option for sensitive skin and those who cannot tolerate retinols, retinoids, glycolic acid, etc. You may experience a slight adjustment period, which is completely normal when using an acid-based product.
    What is Taurine? Is it a plant-based ingredient?
    Taurine is a natural amino acid found in skin. With age and external factors, it decreases over time. Cell Cycle Catalyst’s formulation contains a synthetic derivative to help boost cellular vitality, stimulate skin barrier renewal, and maintain skin’s optimal hydration levels.
    Can I use Cell Cycle Catalyst with retinol?
    Yes, Cell Cycle Catalyst can be used with retinol though you should monitor for any skin reactions. Cell Cycle Catalyst was tested for tolerance and efficacy in a clinical study where users applied Catalyst on top of their generic anti-aging routines including retinol products. Good tolerance was observed. Cell Cycle Catalyst is also a great option for those who cannot tolerate a retinol or retinoid.
    Can I still use Glycolic 10 Overnight or Retexturing Activator with Cell Cycle Catalyst?
    While Cell Cycle Catalyst was tested with generic anti-aging routines with no restrictions set in place, there is no specific safety test on these pairings. Please contact your physician or aesthetician for their recommendation.
    Do I need to wear sunscreen while using Cell Cycle Catalyst?
    Yes, we always recommend the use of sunscreens as the last step of your morning routine to protect from damaging UVA/UVB rays. You may experience some increased skin sensitivity due to the acids within the formulation.
    What does high cell turnover mean?
    Accelerated cell turnover means that the process of shedding dead skin cells is occurring rapidly, which allows the skin to remain smooth and even.
    Clinical Trials

    Clinical Trials

    Before + After
    • -21%
      appearance of fine lines
    • -16%
      appearance of visible discoloration
    • -13%
      appearance of visible pores
    • +14%
      appearance of skin radiance
    • +16%
      visible improvement of acne marks

    Protocol: An 8-week, single-center clinical trial clinical study was conducted on 78 females with Fitzpatrick type l-VI, ages 27-68, and mild to moderate wrinkles, fine lines, rough skin texture, uneven skin tone, dull complexion. Catalyst was applied once daily as directed. Efficacy and tolerance evaluations were conducted at baseline, post-application, week 1, week 4, and week 8.

    Ingredients

    Ingredients

    7.7% Multi-Acid

    (Phytic, Mandelic, Salicylic and Glycolic Acids) Provides a gentle multi-level peel to enhance cell turnover at skin's surface for visible improvement in texture and tone.

    1% Taurine

    An amino acid to help boost cellular energy and activate cell renewal cycles. It also helps to stimulate skin barrier renewal and maintain moisture in the skin.

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    aqua / water, glycerin, glycolic acid, ethoxydiglycol, sodium hydroxide, phytic acid, lactic acid, mandelic acid, taurine, salicylic acid, chlorphenesin, caprylyl glycol, tetrasodium glutamate diacetate

    How To Use

    How To Use

    • Apply once a day, morning, or evening after cleansing. Apply 1/3 dropper with hands to a dry face.
    • If using in the morning, apply before or after a SkinCeuticals vitamin C antioxidant serum and before a broad-spectrum sunscreen.
    • In the evening, apply before serums and moisturizers.
    • Depending on the content of your usual regimen (retinoids, other acids), should you feel any discomfort, space out the application of Cell Cycle Catalyst or switch usage of Cell Cycle Catalyst to the morning or to the night to avoid overapplication of active ingredients.
    Complete the Routine

    Complete the Routine

    Elevate your anti-aging regimen by incorporating C E Ferulic for foundational antioxidant protection and Cell Cycle Catalyst to boost skin cell turnover and enhance overall efficacy. Follow with A.G.E. Interrupter Advanced to target the visible signs of aging caused by glycation, and finish with Physical Fusion UV Defense SPF 50 for broad-spectrum mineral protection. Together, these steps provide a comprehensive defense that corrects deep wrinkles and restores skin firmness.

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