What is the consistency of Cell Cycle Catalyst?

Catalyst is a very lightweight, liquid consistency. It is recommended that you apply 1/3 dropper to the palm of your hand and apply using your fingers.

What is the level of tolerability on all skin types?

Catalyst is an extremely gentle formula and a great option for 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 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, as Cell Cycle Catalyst has AHAs. If Cell Cycle Catalyst is used in the AM, it is advised to use with a SkinCeuticals sunscreen.

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Cell Cycle Catalyst

Exfoliating Anti-Aging Serum

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Cell Cycle Catalyst™ is a daily use, layerable serum clinically proven to boost anti-aging results. ... Read full description

RECOMMENDED FOR

• Normal

• Combination

• Dry

• Oily

• Aging

• Wrinkles

• Fine lines

• Texture

• Pores

• Discoloration

Cell Cycle Catalyst

Exfoliating Anti-Aging Serum

30 ml

Old price New price $120.00

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Cell Cycle Catalyst™ Benefits

Promotes cell turnover

Improves the appearance of fine lines, wrinkles, discoloration, pores, and blemishes

Can be used ahead of professional peel treatments to prepare skin

Tested suitable for use with professional peels

Tested on all skin tones

Fragrance-free, silicon-free, alcohol-free

Cell Cycle Catalyst™ Product Details

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 results of any anti-aging routine. It can also be used to prepare skin ahead of professional chemical peels.

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Visible Results

Amplifies the visible results of an anti-aging routine.

Fast results in 1 week on all skin types

-18% appearance of fine lines
-11% appearance of visible pores
+12% appearance of skin radiance
+10% appearance of skin clarity

Powerful Results after 8 weeks on all skin types:

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

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-18%

appearance of fine lines

-11%

appearance of visible pores

+12%

appearance of skin radiance

+10%

appearance of skin clarity

21%

Decrease in the appearance of fine lines

16%

Decrease in the appearance of visible discoloration

13%

Decrease in the appearance of visible pores

Visible Results

Amplifies the visible results of an anti-aging routine.

Fast results in 1 week on all skin types

-18% appearance of fine lines
-11% appearance of visible pores
+12% appearance of skin radiance
+10% appearance of skin clarity

Powerful Results after 8 weeks on all skin types:

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

-18%

appearance of fine lines

-11%

appearance of visible pores

+12%

appearance of skin radiance

+10%

appearance of skin clarity

21%

Decrease in the appearance of fine lines

16%

Decrease in the appearance of visible discoloration

13%

Decrease in the appearance of visible pores

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The Science Behind
Cell Cycle Catalyst™

Accelerate Cell Turnover

Cell turnover is a naturally occurring process in which the outer layer of skin sheds dead cells and replaces them with new cells. As skin ages, cell turnover decreases, which can manifest as visible signs of aging (discoloration, wrinkles, roughness) and reduce receptivity to professional skincare treatments. Activating cellular renewal helps to reduce these signs of aging and improve the efficacy of anti-aging treatments.

Stimulate Cell Renewal

Introducing a NEW potent ingredient to our portfolio, Taurine. This amino acid stimulates cell renewal and amplifies anti-aging results, activating cell energy and preventing trans-epidermal water loss. Combined with an anti-aging routine, taurine can visibly improve texture, tone, fine lines, and wrinkles.

Powerful Preparation

Boost results of in-office treatments by preparing skin with a potent serum. Cell Cycle Catalyst helps maximize the results and efficacy of in-office treatments by removing dead cells and debris to maximize skin receptivity.

Key Ingredients

Fragrance-Free

Silicone-Free

Alcohol-Free

Paraben-Free

Dye-Free

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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. Also helps to maintain moisture in skin.

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How to Use Cell Cycle Catalyst™

1

Prep + Dispense

Once daily after cleansing, in the morning or evening, apply 1/3 of a dropper of Cell Cycle Catalyst™ with hands to a dry face.

2

Apply + Complete

Gently smooth the serum onto dry skin. If using in the morning, apply before a SkinCeuticals vitamin C antioxidant serum and a broad-spectrum sunscreen to protect the skin from UVA/UVB radiation.