At Art of Skin Care, our mission has always been to discover and share the highest-performing skincare solutions that are not only safe and clean but also deeply effective. This year, that mission became personal for me, Jeana, leading me to one of our most exciting discoveries yet: Epicutis. During my research, I explored insights from professional journals, industry experts, and biotech think tanks, which helped me understand what makes Epicutis unique. From the first encounter, Epicutis stood out as a brand that perfectly aligns with our values, combining clinical precision with skin-centered simplicity. Epicutis utilizes novel ingredients that set it apart from conventional skincare lines, offering innovative formulations designed to deliver superior results. It offers a skincare experience that truly respects and nurtures the skin, especially when it’s vulnerable.
Introduction to Epicutis
Epicutis is redefining what it means to care for your skin, blending the best of science and nature into a luxury skincare experience that’s as effective as it is pure. Rooted in a philosophy of simplicity, clean beauty, and minimalism, Epicutis offers a thoughtfully curated range of products designed to address a spectrum of skin concerns, without overwhelming your routine or your complexion. Epicutis is EWG Verified for purity and safety, further underscoring its commitment to the highest standards in clean beauty. At the heart of the brand is the luxury skincare set, a streamlined system that delivers two powerful steps: Treat and Hydrate. This set features the Lipid Serum and Hyvia Crème, both formulated with novel, patented active ingredients exclusive to Epicutis.
The Lipid Serum is a silky serum that delivers an instant dose of relief for dry, stressed, or sensitive skin. With only eight ingredients, this minimalist formula is an essential member of any healing arsenal, offering proven skin benefits that build with every use. The serum is expertly crafted to gently break down dead skin cells, boosting turnover and leaving your skin feeling soft, refreshed, and balanced. Its patented active ingredients, including Disodium S-Phytyl Diglycoloylcysteine, work to shield your skin from harmful aggressors like blue light damage and UV rays, making it a must-have for anyone seeking to protect and restore their skin.
Paired with the Lipid Serum is the Hyvia Crème—a rich, velvety moisturizer that instantly drenches your skin in deep hydration. This crème is powered by a patented moisturizing agent derived from organic, non-GMO chia seed oil, along with a fresh crop of responsibly sourced botanicals and potent antioxidants like ferulic acid. The result is a crème that not only hydrates but also shields your skin from blue light damage and environmental stressors, leaving your complexion resilient, radiant, and protected. Hyvia Crème is packed with proprietary powerhouses that work in harmony to keep your skin feeling soft, supple, and healthy.
To complete the routine, Epicutis offers an oil cleanser that sets the stage for optimal skin health. This cleanser uses two botanical-based fatty acids to create a mild cleansing action when combined with water, gently lifting away impurities and makeup without leaving a greasy residue. Your skin is left feeling soft, cleansed, and perfectly prepped to absorb the benefits of the Lipid Serum and Hyvia Crème.
For those seeking gentle exfoliation, the Exfoliating Enzyme Powder is a standout. This exfoliator harnesses the power of natural enzymes to gently break down dead skin cells and boost turnover, revealing a smoother, more luminous complexion without irritation. It’s the ideal choice for sensitive or stressed skin, offering a pure and effective way to renew and refresh.
Epicutis is more than just a skincare brand—it’s a commitment to science-backed, nature-inspired solutions that truly transform your skin. Every product is formulated with powerful, patented ingredients and responsibly sourced botanicals, ensuring that each step in your routine delivers maximum benefit with minimal risk of irritation. Whether you’re looking to treat dryness, inflammation, or sensitivity, Epicutis offers a luxury skincare set that’s a must-have for anyone seeking deep hydration, protection from harmful aggressors, and a healthy, glowing complexion. Experience the difference that simplicity, purity, and innovation can make—your skin will thank you.
My Story: Eczema, Menopause & the Search for Healing
At 62, menopause continues to bring unexpected shifts, and this year, it manifested through my skin in a way I hadn’t anticipated. I was caught off guard by the return of a familiar foe: eczema. As a child and young adult, I had struggled with this condition, but I believed it was long behind me. So when mild irritation appeared around my eyes, I didn’t give it much thought, assuming it would pass. However, within days, that faint redness morphed into a full-blown flare-up, spreading across my eyes, lips, and the delicate skin around my mouth.
The discomfort was relentless—stinging, cracking, and flaking became my daily reality. Every blink or smile felt raw, and despite my deep experience in skincare, I felt powerless. For over eight weeks, I cycled through my most trusted remedies, ranging from gentle natural products to prescription topicals I had used successfully in the past. But this time, nothing worked. In fact, nearly every product I applied made things worse, triggering more redness, peeling, and pain.
This experience was a humbling reminder that sensitive, menopausal skin often needs something completely different—something smarter. I found myself digging deeper than ever, combing through professional esthetician forums, dermatological research, and biotech think tanks, hoping for a new answer. I became especially interested in the role of antioxidants, since these protective compounds can help neutralize free radicals, shield skin from environmental damage, and support healing, an important factor in my search for solutions for sensitive skin. That’s when I discovered Epicutis, a brand that didn’t just promise clean beauty but delivered clinical science, simplicity, and safety in a way I’d never seen before.
Epicutis: Where Clinical Precision Meets Skin-Centered Simplicity
Epicutis is unlike any other professional skincare line we've encountered, and that’s saying something. In an industry overflowing with promises and packed ingredient lists, Epicutis stands out by doing less but doing it with extraordinary care. Rooted in cutting-edge clinical science and crafted with meticulous precision, this brand doesn’t just respect sensitive skin—it empowers it to heal, strengthen, and thrive.
What truly makes Epicutis exceptional is its unwavering commitment to purity and performance. This isn’t just clean beauty—it’s clinical-grade skincare reimagined for even the most delicate, reactive, or compromised skin. Here’s what sets them apart:
100% Non-Toxic & Fragrance-Free
EWG Verified for Purity
Minimal Ingredients, Maximum Results
Safe for Ultra-Sensitive & Compromised Skin
Unlike most brands that rely on long lists of trendy actives, Epicutis focuses on quality over quantity. Every botanical ingredient is extracted using advanced techniques that preserve its full therapeutic value—no harsh solvents, no shortcuts. Behind each product is a scientific foundation built on patented molecules and skin-barrier research that goes far beyond surface-level benefits.
At Art of Skin Care, we’ve always championed clean beauty, but we also demand results. With Epicutis, we finally found a line that delivers both: the uncompromising safety of clean formulations and the visible, measurable performance our clients deserve.
The Science Behind the Simplicity: 6 Patented Molecules That Set Epicutis Apart
What truly impressed us, and ultimately won us over, were the scientific foundations of this line. Epicutis doesn’t follow fleeting trends or rely on marketing buzzwords. Instead, it is grounded in rigorous research, dermatological innovation, and biocompatible technology. Each product in the Epicutis line is formulated not just with care, but with purpose—and that purpose is supported by six proprietary, patented molecules designed to transform the way we treat and care for the skin.
These aren’t your average actives. Each molecule in the Epicutis arsenal was developed through years of research to address specific concerns—like inflammation, oxidative stress, barrier repair, and collagen protection—with precision and potency. Rather than overloading the skin with dozens of actives that may compete or irritate, Epicutis strategically incorporates these patented ingredients to create harmony within the skin’s natural ecosystem.
The result? Targeted, high-performance formulas that deliver visible improvement without compromising the skin barrier. Whether you’re dealing with signs of aging, sensitivity, dryness, or inflammation, these molecules work synergistically to restore balance, promote healing, and reveal healthier, more resilient skin.
Let’s take a closer look at these seven groundbreaking ingredients:
TSC (Tetramethylhexadecenyl Succinoyl Cysteine): This patented moisturizing agent reduces inflammation, protects collagen, and strengthens the skin barrier, helping to shield skin from harmful aggressors like UV rays and blue light damage. TSC is especially effective at blocking blue light damage, providing advanced protection against harmful light exposure.
Hyvia: A bio-fermented chia seed oil, Hyvia crème instantly drenches skin with deep hydration, locks in moisture, restores elasticity, and boosts natural glow, making it an essential member of the healing arsenal.
DSD (Disodium S-Phytyl Diglycoloyl Cysteine: disodium s phytyl diglycoloylcysteine): A patented antioxidant-lipid complex designed to reduce inflammation and oxidative stress, ensuring skin feels soft and supple.
AGSE (Activated Grape Seed Extract): Neutralizes oxidative stress and promotes healing in sensitive or inflamed skin, helping to gently break down dead skin cells without irritation.
ABSO (Arctigenin-Enriched Burdock Seed Oil): Calms irritated skin and reduces the appearance of hyperpigmentation and redness, enhancing overall skin clarity.
QFC (Acetylglutaminoyl Farnesylcysteine): Helps regulate the skin’s stress response, boosting firmness and reducing the visible effects of aging.
These novel, patented active ingredients exclusive to Epicutis work together as proprietary powerhouses to defend against environmental stressors, including blue light damage and UV rays.
The Transformative Benefits of Epicutis Products
The Epicutis Luxury Skincare Set is truly a breakthrough in the world of skincare, blending advanced science with the purest elements of nature to deliver results you can see and feel. At the heart of this collection is the Lipid Serum—a silky serum that delivers an instant dose of relief for dry, stressed, or sensitive skin. With only eight ingredients, this minimalist formula is an essential member of any healing arsenal, offering proven skin benefits that build with every use.
What sets the Lipid Serum apart is its ability to reduce redness and irritation while protecting against collagen breakdown. Thanks to novel patented active ingredients like TSC, this serum not only calms irritation but also helps protect your skin from harmful aggressors in our modern world.
The Hyvia Crème is another powerhouse in the Epicutis lineup. Formulated with a patented moisturizing agent derived from organic, non-GMO chia seed oil, Hyvia crème instantly drenches your skin in deep hydration. This proprietary ingredient doesn’t just moisturize—it shields your skin from blue light damage and UV rays, while a fresh crop of responsibly sourced botanicals like shea butter and evening primrose extract provide lasting nourishment. The result is skin that feels soft, resilient, and protected, no matter how stressed or sensitive it may be.
Cleansing is the foundation of any effective routine, and the Epicutis Oil Cleanser is designed to treat your skin with the utmost care. Using two botanical-based fatty acids, this oil cleanser and water create a mild cleansing action when in contact, gently lifting away impurities without leaving your skin feeling greasy. Instead, you’re left with skin that feels soft, cleansed, and ready to absorb the next step in your routine.
For those looking to boost their glow, the Exfoliating Enzyme Powder is a gentle yet effective way to exfoliate and renew. Harnessing the power of natural enzymes, this powder works to gently break down dead skin cells and encourage healthy turnover, without the harshness of traditional scrubs or microbeads. It’s the perfect choice for sensitive skin, leaving your complexion smooth, fresh, and radiant.
The true magic of the Epicutis Luxury Skincare Set lies in its simplicity. By combining two powerful steps—Treat and Hydrate—with the Lipid Serum and Hyvia Crème, you’re giving your skin everything it needs to thrive. Each product is formulated with patented active ingredients exclusive to Epicutis, ensuring that every drop delivers maximum benefit with minimal risk of irritation.
To get the most out of your Epicutis routine, start by cleansing with the Oil Cleanser, using clean hands and gentle circular motions. Rinse thoroughly, then apply a pea-sized amount of Lipid Serum to your face, neck, and décolleté. Wait for the serum to absorb fully, then follow with a pea-sized amount of Hyvia Crème, massaging it in with upward strokes to boost circulation and lock in hydration. For best results, use this routine morning and night, and exfoliate once or twice a week with the Exfoliating Enzyme Powder to keep your skin looking its best.
With its unique blend of science and nature, the Epicutis Luxury Skincare Set is a must-have for anyone seeking deep hydration, protection from harmful aggressors, and a healthy, glowing complexion. Whether you’re dealing with dryness, inflammation, or simply want to elevate your skincare, these products offer a pure, effective solution that transforms your skin from the very first drop. Experience the difference for yourself—and discover why Epicutis is the new gold standard in luxury skincare.
Epicutis: The Minimalist Routine That Changed Everything
In a world overflowing with 10-step routines, complicated layering guides, and shelves full of half-used serums, Epicutis offered something radically different—a return to simplicity. With just three core products, this line doesn’t overwhelm your skin or your schedule. Instead, it gives your skin exactly what it needs to heal, strengthen, and glow, with zero unnecessary fillers or fluff.
For me, that was all it took. Just three foundational formulas were enough to completely transform my skin.
After months of battling irritation, dryness, and inflammation, especially around my eyes and lips, this minimalist system brought relief I hadn’t found anywhere else. I didn’t have to second-guess the order of application, wonder if ingredients were clashing, or worry about triggering another flare-up. Everything worked together seamlessly, creating a routine that was gentle, nourishing, and powerfully effective.
Each product is intentionally formulated to support skin at its most vulnerable, using patented molecules and clean, non-irritating ingredients that respect the skin barrier. Epicutis products deliver proven healthy-skin benefits that build over time. No guesswork. No compromise. Just a simple, science-backed approach that works.
For the first time in weeks, I saw my skin settle. The redness faded, the flaking stopped, and the constant stinging disappeared. My barrier felt intact—and more than that, it felt resilient.
Epicutis didn’t just give me a new skincare routine. It gave me my confidence back.
Oil Cleanser
The oil cleanser was the first product I tried that didn’t sting or inflame my eczema. It did more than cleanse—it soothed, hydrated, and restored my skin barrier, all while gently clearing my pores with mild cleansing action. This gentle yet effective formula uses hydrophilic oils to break down impurities without stripping the skin, making it perfect for sensitive, compromised skin. When you add water, it creates a gentle cleansing action that leaves your skin feeling soft, smooth, and non-greasy.
Lipid Serum
I applied the lipid serum several times a day, especially to my inflamed eyelids and peeling lips. For best results, I used my fingertips to gently massage the serum into my skin, ensuring even coverage and enhanced absorption. The silky serum delivers an instant dose of nourishment that calms redness, reduces flaking, and balances my skin for the first time in weeks. Formulated with therapeutic concentrations of TSC, a patented anti-inflammatory, it also played a crucial role in preventing further collagen breakdown, especially around my mouth where I had seen a dramatic increase in fine lines.
Hyvia Crème
Once the lipid serum was absorbed, I followed with Hyvia crème. This product locked in hydration, reduced the look of enlarged pores, and softened fine lines caused by extreme dryness. I also began layering it over the lipid serum on my eyelids, discovering that I didn’t need a separate eye cream. Additionally, I gently massaged the crème onto my forehead to promote circulation and enhance absorption, ensuring this area received the same rejuvenating benefits. This crème, enriched with a patented moisturizing agent derived from organic non-GMO chia seed oil, instantly drenches skin, leaving it feeling soft and protected from harmful aggressors like blue light damage.
Adding In Targeted Care: Recovery Meets Radiance
To maximize the effectiveness of targeted care products, it is essential to start with a makeup-free face, ensuring that all makeup residues are thoroughly removed before application.
As my skin began to heal and regain its strength with the Epicutis core routine, I felt confident enough to introduce two more products from the line—each designed to target specific concerns while maintaining the same level of purity, safety, and performance I had come to trust. In particular, these products offer protective benefits, as DSD works to shield the skin from environmental aggressors.
Lipid Recovery Mask for Eyes
This became my once-a-week ritual, and the results were undeniable. The lipid recovery mask delivered an instant cooling, soothing effect that visibly reduced puffiness and brightened my under-eye area. After each use, my eyes looked fresher and more awake, better than before the flare-up. The redness, flaking, and puffiness became a thing of the past. This mask is a luxurious addition to the healing arsenal, using patented active ingredients exclusive to Epicutis to calm and restore delicate eye skin.
Arctigenin Brightening Treatment
Next, I introduced the Arctigenin Brightening Treatment into my daily routine, quickly making it one of my favorite discoveries. This formula doesn’t rely on harsh acids or aggressive exfoliants; instead, it uses plant-powered, patented technology to restore clarity and evenness to the skin. Each application left my complexion more luminous and visibly toned, helping to fade residual redness and discoloration from the flare. It gave my skin that “lit from within” look I hadn’t seen in a while. The exfoliator harnesses natural enzymes and ferulic acid to gently break down dead skin cells and boost turnover without irritation.
Together, these two additions elevated my results without ever compromising my skin’s delicate balance. Epicutis had already proven that less is more; these products confirmed that targeted care can be powerful when it’s done right.
Why Epicutis Belongs at AOS
From the moment I experienced the transformation Epicutis brought to my own skin, I knew it wasn’t just a personal win; it was something our entire Art of Skin Care community needed to know about. So many of you come to us looking for real solutions to complex, often frustrating skin concerns: eczema, rosacea, post-procedure sensitivity, hormonal dryness, and the unpredictable shifts that come with menopause. You’ve shared your stories with us—about products that burned, routines that backfired, and the exhaustion of trying to find something that actually works without triggering another flare.
That’s exactly where Epicutis shines.
This line fills a crucial gap in the professional skincare world: ultra-safe, clinically advanced care for sensitive, compromised, and reactive skin types, without sacrificing results. Epicutis products are designed to address the root causes of unhealthy-looking skin. It proves that you don’t have to choose between clean and effective. You don’t have to settle for gentle but ineffective or powerful but irritating.
Epicutis delivers on both fronts: minimal, non-toxic ingredients rooted in biotech and dermatological research, paired with transformative performance you can see and feel. It’s not just another skincare brand—it’s a healing system. At Art of Skin Care, we are proud to offer it as part of our commitment to intelligent, intentional skincare that meets you exactly where you are in your skincare journey.
You deserve products that work with your skin, not against it. Epicutis is that partner.
Ready to Experience It for Yourself?
If you’re ready to simplify your routine while embracing proven skin benefits, explore the Epicutis collection today. This luxury skincare set combines novel, patented active ingredients and responsibly sourced botanicals to gently nurture your skin. Featuring Hyvia Creme, a scientifically formulated moisturizer that provides deep hydration and protection, the set is designed to block blue light damage and shield your skin from digital and environmental stressors. With only eight ingredients per product, Epicutis offers a minimalist, effective approach that truly transforms skin health.
Discover how this healing arsenal can change your skincare experience and bring your skin back to balance. Explore the Epicutis Collection Now → and give your skin the care it deserves.
Author
Jeana LeClerc is a licensed esthetician, Certified Acne Specialist, and the founder and CEO of Art of Skincare . With over 20 years of hands-on experience in the skincare industry, Jeana specializes in regenerative skincare —a powerful, holistic alternative to conventional anti-aging treatments.
Rejecting the pressure of injectables and invasive procedures, Jeana champions science-backed, skin-nourishing solutions that support healthy, youthful skin from the inside out. Her mission is to help clients achieve lasting skin transformation through personalized routines, professional-grade products, and a deep understanding of how the skin functions and regenerates.
At Art of Skincare, Jeana leads a team of expert estheticians dedicated to delivering results-driven skincare, from clearing acne to supporting healthy aging . Her blog and online consultations are trusted resources for those seeking radiant, resilient skin without compromise.