The Vivier Skincare Guide: Vitamin C, Retinol and More, Explained

Vivier is known for pharmaceutical-grade formulas, especially its vitamin C serums and microencapsulated retinols. With so many strengths and versions, the right choice depends on your skin and your experience with active ingredients. Here is how our estheticians guide clients through the Vivier range.

Vitamin C: choosing your strength

Vivier Serum 10 is the introductory, oil-free vitamin C serum, designed for those new to vitamin C and suitable for all skin types, including sensitive skin. Vivier C E Peptides combines 10% pure vitamin C with vitamin E and peptides for normal to dry skin, while Vivier Kine-C pairs 10% vitamin C with two peptides in an oil-free texture for normal, combination and oily skin. Vivier Serum 30 is the high-potency option, with 30% vitamin C for moderate to severe hyperpigmentation.

Retinol: start low, build gradually

Each Vivier retinol uses Poly-Pore® Technology to release microencapsulated retinol gradually, helping minimize irritation. Vivier Retinol 0.3% is designed for first-time retinol users and sensitive skin, Vivier Retinol 0.5% is the mid-strength step, and Vivier Retinol 1.0% targets advanced signs of aging, uneven texture and persistent blemishes.

Dark spots and dull skin

Vivier Radiance Serum combines 8% pure vitamin C, 2% arbutin and resorcinol to visibly brighten and even the skin tone. Vivier Skin Brightening Cream pairs arbutin, resorcinol, niacinamide and lactic acid, and is ideal for mild pigmentation concerns or for maintaining results after more intensive brightening treatments.

Redness and sensitive skin

Vivier Redness Solution Complex helps calm visible redness, soothe irritation and reinforce the barrier of sensitive and redness-prone skin. Vivier DERMA-V is an award-winning barrier-repair moisturizer with prebiotics, antioxidants and peptides, suitable for all skin types, including sensitive and post-procedure skin.

Blemish-prone skin

Vivier Medicated Wash is an oil-free, pH-balanced cleanser with 2% salicylic acid and hexamidine to keep pores clear. For targeted treatment, Vivier Acne Treatment Lotion contains 5% benzoyl peroxide to help clear existing breakouts and prevent new ones. Vivier Hexam Cleanser is a gentle option for sensitive or blemish-prone skin that needs a softer cleanse.

Firmness and volume

Vivier GrenzCine Serum pairs 10% pure vitamin C with Vivier's proprietary Polyamine-DAB® to visibly restore volume, firmness and elasticity, especially for mature or thinning skin. Vivier CRÈME 47 is a multi-corrective cream concentrate with 47 pharmaceutical-grade ingredients, including peptides, ceramides and vitamin C.

Eyes and daily sunscreen

Vivier Radiant Eye Contour Cream hydrates, firms and brightens the eye area with peptides, vitamin C and pro-vitamin B5. Finish every morning with a 100% mineral sunscreen: Vivier SHEER SPF 30 Mineral, or Vivier SHEER SPF 30 Mineral Tinted for a sheer, luminous tint.

Frequently asked questions

Which Vivier retinol should I start with?

If you are new to retinol or have sensitive skin, start with Retinol 0.3%, which was designed for first-time users. Our estheticians can tell you when it makes sense to move up to 0.5% or 1.0%.

Which Vivier vitamin C serum is right for me?

Serum 10 is the introduction to vitamin C. C E Peptides suits normal to dry skin, Kine-C suits normal, combination and oily skin, and Serum 30 is designed for more pronounced hyperpigmentation.

Is Vivier sold at Avanti genuine?

Yes. Avanti Le Spa is an authorized Vivier retailer, and every product comes directly from the brand.

Do you ship Vivier across Canada?

Yes. We ship across Canada, with free shipping on orders over $100.

Still not sure?

Our estheticians can recommend the right Vivier products for your skin. Email them at support@avantilespa.com, take our skin quiz, visit one of our Montreal-area locations, or browse the full Vivier collection.