Typology reviews and discussion

3.5

60% of reviewers would recommend to a friend

Reviews mention

  • Lightweight, hydrating textures
  • Chic, minimalist aesthetics
  • Clean, vegan formulations
  • Natural-looking complexion coverage
  • Inconsistent, limited shade range
  • Off-putting, rancid scents
  • Flimsy, impractical packaging
  • Pilling under makeup

Typology earns mixed reviews: the brand delivers gentle, lightweight formulas—several users praise the tinted serum, concealer, moisturizers, and lip oil for natural coverage and hydration—yet effectiveness varies and sensitive skin reactions occur. Reviewers cite recurring weaknesses including inconsistent foundation shades, limited shade range, pungent or rancid scents, product pilling, flimsy or impractical packaging and droppers, and poor customer service and returns, making performance uneven despite appealing clean ingredients and chic aesthetics.

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51 reviews and posts

  • I am using this Retinol oil but with Castor Oil and it feels really nice and makes my skin glow but haven't noticed too much of a difference in reducing fine lines and wrinkles. I only use it at night but was hoping for more of a difference given the price!

  • I tried Typology after being ~influenced~ via an American living in French. I bought the lip oil, skin tint and skin highlighter. This lip oil was the product I liked most. It's fine and hydrating, but I feel like it absorbs pretty quickly. I keep it at my desk and use while working, but it's not a must-have at all times kind of product for me,

  • I’ve been using the Radiance Serum 11% Vitamin C + Silk Tree Extract for a few weeks, and my experience has been fairly average. The texture is lightweight and absorbs quickly into the skin, which makes it easy to include in a daily routine. It doesn’t feel sticky and layers well under moisturizer and sunscreen. In terms of results, I noticed a slight improvement in skin brightness, but nothing very dramatic. My complexion looks a bit more even, but the changes are subtle. The serum did not cause irritation, which is a plus, especially for a vitamin C product. The packaging is simple and practical, and the dropper works well. Overall, it’s a decent serum that does its job, but the results may take time and might not be very noticeable for everyone.

  • I have been so pleasantly surprised by this brand. I started with the lip oils and was immediately a fan. The color is very low key (which I personally like), the texture is lovely, and the product feels moisturizing. I also really enjoy the exfoliating lip treatment as a first product when prepping for a fully opaque lipstick. It’s lightly exfoliating and leaves lips looking fresh. I’ve been most surprised by how much I like the tinted serum. It feels great in application and sits as a more matte but still skin-like color correction. Great for everyday wear. I much prefer this to the typical skin tint which is usually aggressively illuminizing (and not the finish I want for daytime).

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  • A very minimal and clean formula that dissolves sunscreen and light makeup easily without irritating the skin. 🌿 It’s fragrance-free and gentle, perfect for sensitive skin. But if you wear heavy or waterproof makeup, it might need a second cleanse to fully remove everything. 🧼

  • I have mixed feelings about this brand. The packaging is beautiful, but I don't know how effective it is. I do like the redness corrector. I use that pretty often. I haven't notice much of a difference with the eye serum and the lash and brow serum. Will keep using but don't think I will repurchase.

  • Typology has some nice qualities—I really like that the brand uses clean ingredients, and I’ve enjoyed their moisturizer and lip oil. Both feel light and hydrating, which is exactly what I look for in everyday basics. That said, I’ve had issues with some products pilling under makeup, which is frustrating when I want a smooth finish. The packaging also feels a bit flimsy compared to other brands at this price point. Overall, Typology has potential, but for me it’s a mix of hits and misses.

  • I have tried quite a few serums and moisturizers from Typology and I don't always notice a difference after using. The packaging is super cute, but also quite small for the price! Could definitely live without in my routine.

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  • Great clean brand. They have amazing products that are great for my sensitive skin and hyperpigmentation. I’ve used them for a few years now and I can say their products are of great quality. Customer service is impressive and very empathetic. Their shipping is EXTREMELY fast to be international and they are packaged with security. With their endless variety of products and continuous growth I know they’ll be around forever.

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  • On mostly every product, I can immediately see the difference before and after using. They are natural, easy to use and don't have any smell. Also, the after sales service is very fast and efficient.

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    The containers are a bit small and if you have several products it is difficult to differentiate them because the packaging is the same.

  • I tried the hyaluronic acid, the vitamin c serum and the niacinamide and I loved all of them. They are high quality and even with my very sensitive skin I didn't have any problems.

  • Ohmygosh I absolutely love what I have used so far. Unfortunately, I purchased the wrong color due to my color being out of stock, but I made it work because I love this product so much. I started with the glow drops and will never stop using them I love them so much. I love their concealer (wrong color) but make it work. It is the first concealer that doesn’t amplify my wrinkles. I also use the skin tint. I ordered through Michelle King Keenan (influencer) and they sent a free eye make up remover (love that as well). I suffer from sensitive eyes which cause my eyes to swell up (we call them vagina eyes in my house) this doesn’t bother me and people comment on how they love my glow. Highly recommend!!! Saving my money for the skincare line. Oh, it came within three days of ordering!

    Influencer for Typology
  • First, the packaging is lovely. I love that it has a more vintage feel, and the products are solid. I do think they are a bit pricey for what the products actually are, but that being said, the Vitamin C oil has become a staple in my everyday routine. I've also tried the hand cream and it's...fine, but nothing particularly special!

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    nothing really! It's a great brand with high quality products :)

  • I definitely was swayed into purchasing because of their prolific instagram following. Sadly, the product definitely looks of higher quality online rather than in person as the bottles showed up with labels uncentered. I ordered 3 products, a rosehip oil scrub, an eye serum, and a make-up remover. All of them were good enough for the price but I don't think I am rushing to reorder any of them. The rosehip oil scrub really didn't have enough scrubby pieces to be considered exfoliating and the few pieces in there were overly abrasive. The make-up remover was pretty standard - but I actually ended up using it as a pre-bedtime moisturizer for my hands in the winter. Didn't notice anything with the eye serum. I do appreciate the transparency on the website when it comes to ingredients and reviews. Its great if you have very sensitive skin and want to avoid synthetic ingredients.

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    Better labels.

  • I used Typology's rosehip oil, two 100% squalane serum bottles, and make-up remover oil with seven ingredients. I especially enjoyed their squalane serum, which made my dry skin dewy during fall and winter. It was a perfect texture as it was not too oily but still moisturized the skin. Also, their ingredients are all resourced from sustainable farms. Their delivery packaging is all environmentally friendly, which is a highly additional point for me to consume this brand. I recommend this brand to anyone who wants to experience french chic with an affordable price point and clean ingredients.

  • Extremely dodgy company, which I discovered is Chinese owned, hence the HORRIFIC customer service. I specifically ordered almost double the amount more for free shipping, carefully selected Free Shipping, then selected Apple Pay. I have this all with screenshot evidence. Their system then charged me shipping when processing my credit card, WITHOUT MY CONSENT, without notification. I emailed within 5 mins to alert them of their Checkout glitch, but they quickly marked my order as confirmed and then refused to rectify their mistake. NIGHTMARE EXPERIENCE.

  • I'm loving the Typology tinted serum! It's a fantastic addition to my daily routine. The lightweight formula provides just the right amount of coverage, leaving my skin looking fresh and natural. It's become my go-to for a quick and radiant complexion boost! Love the brand, love the website, delivery experience to the US (Very fast with Fedex) !!! I received a free shipping voucher after multiple abandon cart cause i was unsure if i should try this tinted serum and then i did and not disappointed ! Quick update here (Nov 14) > I ordered the Tinted Concealer > OFFICIALLY A MUST HAVE !!! GO FOR IT Next try will be the tinted lip oil!

  • I have tried a few products from here and have had very mixed opinions. The vitamin C was not my favorite, but not terrible for the pricepoint. The squalene moisturizer tends to pill on my skin, which i find very annoying. I love the body scrubs, and the micellar water was quite nice and smelled amazing. I am definitely going to try some more products from the brand, bit not without reading up on the reviews.

  • Currently one of my favorite company’s for skincare. Their Hydrolats are amazing as well as any of their night products specifically. I have used everything from body scrubs, masks, oils, serums, and cleansers and have yet to be disappointed. 100% recommend! Plus the ingredients are great (I worked in the industry for 2 years so I would know) and the packaging is nice and simple!