When the forecast finally shifts to patio weather and long, drawn-out summer evenings, the last thing anyone wants is a high-maintenance skincare routine. Warmer days naturally call for a lighter approach—we swap heavy knits for breathable linens, and our skincare should follow suit.
But streamlining doesn’t mean sacrificing results. Canadian clinical skincare brand Vivier has built its reputation on pharmaceutical-grade formulas that do the heavy lifting without requiring a ten-step routine. By centering everything around a straightforward philosophy—Prepare, Target, Moisturize, and Protect—the brand has created a simple four-step regimen that keeps skin healthy, hydrated and glowing throughout the summer months.
Here’s how to hit the reset button on your skincare routine.
Step 1: The Clean Canvas
The Product: Vivier HEXAM Cleanser ($65 CAD)
The Lowdown: Every great skincare routine starts with a cleanser that does its job without overdoing it. During the summer, that means removing sunscreen, sweat, excess oil and everyday pollution while respecting the skin barrier.
HEXAM isn’t your average face wash. Its hexamidine-based formula effectively lifts away impurities while leaving skin feeling balanced instead of tight or stripped. The result is fresh, comfortable skin that’s perfectly prepped for everything that follows.
Step 2: The Brightness Booster
The Product: Vivier Serum 10 ($130 CAD)
The Lowdown: If there is one ingredient that consistently earns its place in a skincare routine, it’s Vitamin C. This antioxidant powerhouse helps defend against environmental damage, supports collagen production and brightens the complexion over time.
Serum 10 contains 10% stabilized Vitamin C in a clean, uncomplicated formula that’s ideal for anyone new to antioxidants or those with sensitive skin. By focusing on one hero ingredient instead of layering multiple active ingredients together, it delivers visible brightening and antioxidant protection while remaining gentle enough for everyday use.
If your skin is already well acquainted with Vitamin C, Vivier also offers more advanced formulations, including C E Peptides, Kine-C, Radiance Serum, QuintiSerum, GrenzCine Serum and Serum 30, each designed to address different skin concerns and experience levels.
Step 3: Weightless Hydration
The Product: Vivier Ultimage™ ($166 CAD)
The Lowdown: Rich creams certainly have their place, but summer often calls for something lighter.
Ultimage is an oil-free hydrating gel that delivers moisture without leaving behind a heavy finish. Formulated with Hyaluronic Acid, Acetyl Hexapeptide-8, Glycosaminoglycans and Panthenol, it helps replenish hydration, soften the appearance of fine lines and leave skin looking noticeably smoother and more refreshed.
Its lightweight texture absorbs quickly, making it an excellent option for warm weather or anyone who prefers hydration without heaviness.
If your skin is especially dry or your moisture barrier needs extra support, Vivier’s Intensive Hydrating Moisturizer offers a richer alternative. Formulated with a Ceramide-Lipid Complex, Hyaluronic Hydration Complex, Squalane, Panthenol and Collagen Peptide Complex, it’s designed to deeply replenish moisture while strengthening the skin barrier.
Step 4: The Non-Negotiable
The Product: Vivier SHEER SPF 30 Mineral Sunscreen ($72 CAD)
The Lowdown: Sunscreen remains the single most important step in any skincare routine.
One of the biggest complaints about mineral sunscreens is the heavy, chalky finish, but Vivier’s SHEER SPF 30 Mineral takes a different approach. The lightweight formula provides 100% mineral broad-spectrum UVA and UVB protection while blending comfortably into the skin. Added Vitamins C and E provide antioxidant support, helping defend against environmental stressors while maintaining a hydrated, natural-looking finish.
It’s the kind of sunscreen you’ll actually want to wear every day—which is exactly the point.
Dealing with Post-Summer Dark Spots?
If lingering pigmentation is already on your radar, sunscreen is only part of the solution. While daily SPF helps prevent new discoloration, existing dark spots benefit from ingredients that encourage healthy cell turnover and brighten uneven skin tone.
Vivier recommends pairing Vitamin C with targeted evening treatments such as Exfoliant Forte, Retinol 0.5%, Skin Brightening Cream or Serum 30 to help gradually improve the appearance of hyperpigmentation while maintaining smoother, more even-looking skin.
I’ve had the opportunity to try plenty of skincare products over the years, and very few make it into my regular routine once the review is over. Vivier was one of the exceptions. After testing the products, I enjoyed using them so much that I went back and purchased additional products from the line myself. The lightweight textures, straightforward routine and noticeable results made it a collection I genuinely looked forward to using each day. For me, that’s perhaps the strongest endorsement any skincare brand can earn.
The Bottom Line
The beauty of a great skincare routine isn’t how many products it includes—it’s how well those products work together.
Vivier’s four-step approach focuses on the essentials: cleanse, treat, hydrate and protect. Built around pharmaceutical-grade formulations and clinically proven ingredients, it’s a reminder that taking care of your skin doesn’t have to be complicated to be effective.
Where to Buy Vivier
Vivier products are available online at vivierskin.ca and through authorized medical aesthetic and dermatology clinics across Canada.
