Is the Vivite line really being taken off the market?

Hi Dr. Irwin, I read that you used Vivite Night Renewal Cream. I used to also, but just came to the end of my jar to realize that it's no longer being made/distributed. Do you have a suggested replacement glycolic cream for it? Thanks! -B

For all of us who really admire certain Vivite products, let me do a little sleuthing on this.  It may be a recent Allergan decision or a rumour.    Sometimes lines are rebranded also, but still in existence.    My favorites are the Night Renewal 20% glycolic in a very moisturizing, stable base and the Replenish Hydrating Cream – a moisturizer for very dry skin that I sometimes refer to as La Mer on a budget!

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