Alto Advanced Defense and Repair Serum

Alto Advanced Defense and Repair Serum is SkinBetter Science's most comprehensive antioxidant serum, built to help skin stand up to daily environmental stress while improving the look of dullness, uneven texture and tone.

Its signature ingredient is Allyl PQQ, a patented, orange-red antioxidant technology, layered with vitamin C, vitamin E, niacinamide and a long list of botanical antioxidants. Plankton extract and micrococcus lysate are included to support the look of skin recovering from sun exposure.

In SkinBetter's 12-week clinical study of 39 patients using the serum twice daily, 97% reported brighter-looking skin. The brand also notes it was well tolerated after non-ablative fractional laser.

Alto Advanced is fragrance-free and suitable for all skin types, and it works as the morning and evening antioxidant step in almost any routine.

Why We Chose It

At Crafted Beauty, we look for antioxidant serums that go beyond a single hero ingredient. Alto Advanced stood out for its depth: a patented antioxidant technology paired with vitamins C and E, niacinamide, ceramides and dozens of botanical extracts in one fragrance-free formula. It's a thoughtful choice for anyone who wants a daily defense step that also brightens.

Key Benefits

• Defends against daily stressors: A broad antioxidant network, led by Allyl PQQ, helps neutralize free radicals from sun and environmental exposure.
• Brighter-looking skin: 97% of patients reported brighter-looking skin after 12 weeks in SkinBetter's clinical study.
• Smoother tone and texture: Formulated to improve the look of dullness, rough texture and uneven tone.
• Supports skin after sun exposure: Plankton extract and micrococcus lysate support the look of skin's natural recovery.
• Gentle enough for daily use: Fragrance-free, dye-free and suitable for all skin types.

Key Ingredients

Allyl PQQ (Pyrroloquinoline Quinone Allyl Ester) — SkinBetter's patented antioxidant technology, designed to neutralize free radicals formed by the skin's own processes.

Vitamin C (Tetrahexyldecyl Ascorbate) — An oil-soluble form of vitamin C that helps neutralize free radicals from sun and environmental exposure.

Niacinamide — A form of vitamin B3 that the brand includes to improve the look of skin moisture and clarity.

Licorice Root Extract — Included to help brighten the look of skin.

Palmitoyl Tripeptide-1 — A peptide that supports a firmer, smoother-looking complexion.