StriVectin
StriVectin launched in 2002 with a single product -- a stretch mark cream that consumers discovered also dramatically improved the appearance of facial wrinkles. The accidental crossover from body care to anti-aging made StriVectin a sensation, with the tagline 'Better than Botox?' driving enormous consumer interest. The brand pivoted to focus primarily on anti-aging facial skincare, developing its proprietary NIA-114 technology -- a patented form of niacin (vitamin B3) that the brand claims offers enhanced bioavailability compared to standard niacinamide. StriVectin has invested in clinical research on NIA-114 and holds multiple patents related to its delivery technology. The brand is sold through department stores, Ulta, and its own website.
Brand Philosophy
StriVectin's philosophy centers on its proprietary NIA-114 niacin technology as a superior approach to skin barrier repair and anti-aging. The brand invests heavily in clinical testing, with multiple published studies supporting its ingredient claims. Products target advanced signs of aging -- deep wrinkles, loss of firmness, uneven tone -- with formulations that layer patented actives for cumulative benefit. StriVectin positions itself in the clinical prestige space, where results-driven consumers expect both proprietary technology and proof.
Results-driven consumers seeking clinically backed anti-aging products with proprietary technology. Best for mature skin concerned with wrinkles, firmness, and tone who want patented actives rather than generic formulations.
- NIA-114 patented niacin technology
- Originated as stretch mark cream that went viral for wrinkles
- SD Advanced Plus Intensive Moisturizing Concentrate
- Clinical research-backed anti-aging formulations
- Multiple patents on niacin delivery technology
- Myristyl Nicotinate (NIA-114)
- Six Forms of Hyaluronic Acid
- Ceramides (NP, AP, EOP)
- Acetyl Hexapeptide-37
- Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate
StriVectin at a Glance
Strongest Categories
StriVectin performs best in: Anti-Aging Treatment (1 product, avg 82/100); Serum (1 product, avg 80/100).
Best Conditions Served
Across all products, StriVectin scores highest for: Aging/Mature Skin (avg 88/100); Dry/Dehydrated Skin (avg 87/100); Dull/Uneven Texture (avg 84/100). If your primary concern is one of these conditions, StriVectin products are particularly worth considering.
Certifications
Common certifications include Paraben-Free, Non-Comedogenic, Cruelty-Free, Sulfate-Free, RIPT Tested, Phthalate-Free.
Best StriVectin by Skin Condition
The highest-scoring StriVectin product for each condition we evaluate.