When people compare skincare ranges in the UK, they often start with a familiar name and then look for one product that shows how that range is meant to be used. The five cosmetic products below are current Faces listings from SkinCeuticals, CeraVe, La Roche-Posay, Vichy and Medicube.
They are not presented as bestsellers—Faces cards sometimes show units sold, but those figures are not used as a ranking here—and “medical-grade skincare UK” is included only as a phrase people type into a search box. It is not a formal certification, and it does not mean a product is a medicine or is automatically right for every skin type.
Each entry uses the exact product name from the Faces listing, the price shown at the time of writing, and a short description based on the product page. Check the live page before you buy, because stock and wording can change.
How to compare skincare ranges on Faces
A range is more useful when you know what problem you are shopping for. A gentle cleanser, a vitamin C serum and a fragrance-sensitive routine are different jobs. If a listing is unclear, move on. CAP guidance on medicines and cosmetic claims is also a reminder that cosmetic appearance claims should not be read as disease-treatment claims.
Quick comparison
| Range | Product on Faces | Listed price |
|---|---|---|
| SkinCeuticals | Skin Ceuticals Gentle Cleanser Cream 190ml | £36.00 |
| CeraVe | CeraVe SKIN RENEWING VITAMIN C SERUM 30ml | £27.00 |
| La Roche-Posay | La Roche-Posay TOLERIANE DERMO CLEANSER 200ml | £15.00 |
| Vichy | VICHY 3IN1 ONE STEP CLEANSER 200ml | £12.50 |
| Medicube | Medicube PDRN Pink Peptide Serum 30ml | £11.50 |
Skin Ceuticals Gentle Cleanser Cream 190ml
This SkinCeuticals cream cleanser is listed as a gentle, pH-balanced option intended for sensitive or normal-to-dry skin, with a hydrating cleanse that should not leave the skin feeling stripped. Use it on damp skin, massage in circular motions, then rinse. It is a straightforward first look at the range if you want a daily cleanser rather than an active serum. Listed price at the time of writing: £36.00, sold by Faces Pharmacy. Always check the live product page for current information and directions.
View Skin Ceuticals Gentle Cleanser Cream 190ml
CeraVe SKIN RENEWING VITAMIN C SERUM 30ml
CeraVe’s Skin Renewing Vitamin C Serum is listed as a 10% pure vitamin C serum with ceramides and hyaluronic acid, intended to support the look of dull or uneven-toned skin. After cleansing, apply a pea-sized amount to the face and neck and follow with moisturiser; use sun protection in the daytime. The listing also describes it as non-comedogenic and suitable for consideration by people with sensitive skin, subject to a patch test and the full ingredient list. Listed price at the time of writing: £27.00, sold by Faces Pharmacy. Always check the live product page for current information and directions.
View CeraVe SKIN RENEWING VITAMIN C SERUM 30ml
La Roche-Posay TOLERIANE DERMO CLEANSER 200ml
Toleriane Dermo Cleanser is listed as a gentle cleanser for sensitive skin, with La Roche-Posay thermal water in the formula, and is described as non-comedogenic. Wet the face with lukewarm water, apply a small amount, massage gently and rinse. It is a useful introduction to this range if your priority is a low-fuss cleanse rather than an exfoliating or treatment product. Listed price at the time of writing: £15.00, sold by Faces Pharmacy. Always check the live product page for current information and directions.
View La Roche-Posay TOLERIANE DERMO CLEANSER 200ml
VICHY 3IN1 ONE STEP CLEANSER 200ml
Vichy’s 3-in-1 one-step cleanser is listed as a product that can cleanse, tone and remove makeup in a single step, for daily use. Dispense a small amount, massage onto damp skin in circular motions, then rinse with lukewarm water. Choose it if you want a simplified cleanse from this range, and still follow with moisturiser and SPF as needed. Listed price at the time of writing: £12.50, sold by Faces Pharmacy. Always check the live product page for current information and directions.
View VICHY 3IN1 ONE STEP CLEANSER 200ml
Medicube PDRN Pink Peptide Serum 30ml
This Medicube serum is listed as a PDRN (polydeoxyribonucleotide, also listed as a sodium DNA ingredient in similar products) and peptide serum intended as a leave-on hydrating step. The product page advises cleansing, optionally using a toner, then applying two to three drops and massaging it in before moisturiser. Check the full ingredient list, especially if your skin is reactive or you prefer fragrance-free formulas. Listed price at the time of writing: £11.50, sold by Faces Pharmacy. Always check the live product page for current information and directions.
View Medicube PDRN Pink Peptide Serum 30ml
A note on “medical-grade” language
You may see “medical-grade” used in UK search and in brand marketing. On Faces, it should be read as a shopping phrase, not as proof of a licence, a clinical outcome or a prescription status. A cosmetic range can still be professionally used in clinic. That does not make every product in the range a medicine, and it does not remove the need to read the directions.
Shop these ranges, or get personal advice
All five products can be reached from the Faces skincare category, alongside cleansers and sets and bundles, if you want to compare these skincare ranges UK listings in one place. If you want a professional to help you choose, book a consultation through Faces.
FAQs
Are these the bestselling skincare ranges on Faces?
No. They are five recognised cosmetic ranges with live listings on Faces, chosen to show a cleanser or serum from each. This is not a sales league table.
Is medical-grade skincare a regulated certification in the UK?
No. It is a marketing and search phrase, not a single official standard. Always check whether a product is a cosmetic or a medicine, and read the listing carefully.
Can I mix products from different ranges?
Many people do, but compatibility depends on the individual formulas and your skin. Introduce one new product at a time, follow the directions, and seek advice if you are unsure.
This article is for general information and is not medical advice. Read the individual product information, patch test new skincare, and speak to a suitably qualified professional if you have a skin condition, are pregnant or are breastfeeding.
Ashley James Simpson-Davies INP MSc RN