Cell Cycle Catalyst

SkinCeuticals Cell Cycle Catalyst™ is a potent, daily-use exfoliating serum clinically proven to accelerate skin renewal cycles and amplify the results of any anti-aging routine. Powered by a 7.7% multi-acid complex — combining alpha hydroxy acids (AHAs) and beta hydroxy acids (BHAs) — alongside 1% Taurine, this layerable serum gently promotes cellular turnover at the skin’s surface to visibly smooth texture, improve the appearance of discoloration, and reduce the look of fine lines and wrinkles, all while maintaining optimal hydration to support a healthy skin barrier.

Cell Cycle Catalyst™ is designed to be used as the optimal first step in your anti-aging regimen, enhancing the efficacy of the serums and treatments that follow. It is also clinically tested for use ahead of professional chemical peels, making it a versatile addition to both at-home and in-clinic skincare protocols. Fragrance-free, silicone-free, and alcohol-free, it has been tested on all skin tones and is suitable for all skin types.

Skin Types

Suitable for all skin types including normal, combination, dry, and oily. Tested on all skin tones and appropriate for those experiencing early to advanced signs of aging, uneven texture, discoloration, enlarged pores, and blemishes.

Skin Concerns

Formulated to address aging, fine lines, wrinkles, uneven skin texture, enlarged pores, discoloration, and acne marks. An ideal preparatory step for those undergoing professional chemical peel treatments.

Benefits

• Promotes healthy cell turnover for progressively smoother, more refined skin
• Improves the appearance of fine lines, wrinkles, discoloration, pores, and blemishes
• Amplifies the visible results of anti-aging serums and treatments when layered underneath
• Can be used ahead of professional peel treatments to prepare and prime skin
• Tested suitable for use with professional peels
• Tested on all skin tones
• Fragrance-free, silicone-free, and alcohol-free

Key Ingredients

• 7.7% Multi-Acid Complex (AHAs + BHA) — A carefully balanced blend of alpha hydroxy acids and beta hydroxy acid that works at the skin’s surface to gently dissolve the bonds between dead skin cells, promoting accelerated cellular turnover for visibly smoother texture, improved tone, and reduced appearance of fine lines and pores.
• 1% Taurine — An amino sulfonic acid that supports the skin’s natural hydration mechanisms, helping to maintain optimal moisture levels and barrier integrity during the exfoliation process — ensuring skin remains comfortable and balanced rather than stripped or sensitized.

Visible Results

In clinical testing, Cell Cycle Catalyst™ delivered measurable improvements in key signs of aging and skin quality:

After 1 Week:

• 18% reduction in the appearance of fine lines
• 11% reduction in the appearance of visible pores
• 12% improvement in the appearance of skin radiance
• 10% improvement in the appearance of skin clarity

After 8 Weeks:

• 21% reduction in global fine lines
• 16% reduction in discoloration
• 13% reduction in visible pores
• 14% improvement in radiance
• 16% visible improvement of acne marks

How to Use

Once daily — morning or evening — after cleansing, apply approximately one-third of a dropper of Cell Cycle Catalyst™ to your hands or to a soaked cotton pad. Gently smooth the serum onto dry skin across the face and neck. Follow immediately with a SkinCeuticals antioxidant serum, then complete your routine with a broad-spectrum sunscreen in the morning. For pre-peel preparation, use as directed by your skincare professional in the weeks leading up to your treatment.