Epicutis® Skincare in Norwich, CT

At Connecticut Surgical Arts in Norwich, CT, we offer Epicutis®, a professional skincare line developed with a focus on skin health, barrier support, hydration, and calming stressed or sensitive skin.

Epicutis approaches skincare differently from complicated routines built around numerous active ingredients. Its formulations use a more streamlined approach, combining biotechnology with carefully selected ingredients designed to support healthier, more resilient skin. Epicutis was created following more than 20 years of dermatology-focused research and development.

Whether you are looking to improve your everyday skincare routine, support sensitive or stressed skin, address visible signs of aging, or care for your skin around an aesthetic procedure, our team can help determine how Epicutis may fit into your skincare plan.

A Different Approach to Skin Health

Epicutis focuses on supporting the skin itself rather than simply treating individual surface-level concerns.

Its science centers around proprietary ingredients developed by Signum Biosciences, including TSC and HYVIA®, which are incorporated into streamlined formulations designed to support hydration, barrier function, and overall skin resilience.

This makes Epicutis particularly relevant for patients concerned with:

• Dry or dehydrated skin
• Redness and visible irritation
• Sensitive or stressed skin
• Compromised skin barrier
• Uneven tone
• Fine lines and signs of aging
• Dull or rough-looking skin
• Post-procedure skincare
• Maintaining healthier-looking skin over time

Rather than automatically adding more products to your routine, the goal is to use a thoughtful regimen based on what your skin actually needs.

The Science Behind Epicutis®

Two of the technologies central to the Epicutis skincare system are TSC and HYVIA®.

TSC

TSC, or tetramethylhexadecenyl succinoyl cysteine, is a patented molecule developed by Signum Biosciences. Epicutis describes it as a lipid-like molecule designed to support the skin barrier while targeting inflammatory pathways.

It is a key ingredient in the Epicutis Lipid Serum, where it is paired with ingredients including hyaluronic acid, propanediol, and glycerin to support hydration and calm stressed skin.

HYVIA®

HYVIA® is a proprietary moisturizing ingredient derived from organic, non-GMO chia seed oil.

It delivers omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acids and is designed to help improve hydration and barrier function while supporting calmer, healthier-looking skin.

Together, these technologies reflect Epicutis' emphasis on hydration, barrier support, and skin resilience rather than an overly aggressive approach to skincare.

Epicutis Lipid Serum

Calm, Hydrate & Support the Skin Barrier

The Epicutis Lipid Serum is a minimalist formulation containing just eight ingredients.

At the center of the formula is TSC, combined with hyaluronic acid and other hydrating ingredients. Epicutis designed the serum for skin that may be inflamed, stressed, sensitive, or recovering following a procedure.

The Lipid Serum is intended to help:

• Support the skin barrier
• Improve hydration
• Calm the appearance of redness
• Support sensitive or stressed skin
• Promote smoother-looking skin
• Complement post-procedure skincare when appropriate

Its streamlined formulation also makes it an option for patients who want effective skincare without an unnecessarily complicated ingredient list.

Epicutis Hyvia® Crème

Deep Hydration & Barrier Support

The Hyvia® Crème is a rich moisturizing treatment formulated around Epicutis' proprietary HYVIA® technology.

HYVIA® is combined with ingredients including shea butter, meadowfoam seed oil, ceramides, ferulic acid, and evening primrose extract to hydrate and condition the skin.

The crème is designed to support:

• Deep hydration
• Skin barrier function
• Dry or dehydrated skin
• A smoother, more conditioned complexion
• Skin exposed to environmental stressors
• Uneven tone and visible redness

Epicutis recommends applying the Hyvia Crème to the face, neck, décolleté, and eye area morning and night.

A Simple Daily Skincare System

One of the defining characteristics of Epicutis is its simplified approach.

Rather than creating an extensive routine with numerous overlapping products, Epicutis describes its foundational skincare philosophy as:

Cleanse. Treat. Hydrate.

The Lipid Serum and Hyvia® Crème form the treatment and hydration components of this system and can be incorporated into a morning and evening routine.

For patients overwhelmed by complicated skincare regimens, this streamlined approach can make consistent skin maintenance easier.