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Dermstore

Overview

Dermstore has a rating of 1.94 stars from 755 reviews, indicating that most customers are generally dissatisfied with their purchases. Reviewers complaining about Dermstore most frequently mention customer service, credit card, and tracking number problems. Dermstore ranks 1216th among Skin Care sites.

  • Service
    136
  • Value
    117
  • Shipping
    129
  • Returns
    100
  • Quality
    98

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  • The quality of what I ordered was trouble, bad customer service!
  • I'm going to dispute the charges with my credit card company.
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Top Positive Review

“Great Products and even faster shipping!”

Ashley T.
2/21/23

I have yet to have any problems with ordering, placing and receiving an order. One time accidentally hit a button to redeem points on my account and I didn't use them for an order and if I recall it deducted those points even though I didn't use my credit for a purchase that particular time. The prices are a bit higher than what you may find at a drug store, but considering why I started purchasing from Dermstore and not from the aesthetics office for a bit cheaper than the competitors I've been able to get what I want shipped directly to my home without the pressure to purchase directly through the spa. They should offer promo codes too, but if you do reviews for products on their site you can get 50 points for being a member. Until I find somewhere else to purchase I will be using Dermstore. I'm not sure what's up with the customer service situation people have complained about, but it's worth checking out the website for yourself. Hope this helps you with your search.

Top Critical Review

“Expired products, no customer loyalty and awful customer service”

Alexandra L.
1/17/24

I shopped from this site for over a year until I discovered many of their products are expired. They say--but WON'T let you return your product. Their customer service is ridiculous--they can't communicate and you can't reach anyone at their customer service no. This company is a fraud. Don't waste your money here.

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Thumbnail of user nicolet997
1 review
4 helpful votes
February 24th, 2022
Verified purchase

I ordered a very expensive serum that I could have ordered at another website for less money. Dermstore had a beauty offer if I purchased it with them and I did. Its been 2 months and I still have not received the "mystery box". I have contacted then so many times to no avail. I, also am a beautyfix monthly subscriber. For the most part, I have been happy with the box. This month was a joke, definitely not worth the value. I will see how the upcoming month is and of not satisfied I may cancel my subscription and just stay with Allure.

Thumbnail of user amberf167
1 review
17 helpful votes
July 21st, 2020

I spent over $350.00 on skin care products
With them. I ordered at the beginning of the month. It has a tracking number that's hasn't moved since July 11th. When I called they said I have to wait 14 days. I have also never heard of new logistics but supposedly my package is there. I feel like they assign a tracking number to your shipment so they can charge you but don't have the products available to ship. I will order directly from the manufacturer next time. I have never had a shipment take this long. Still awaiting my order! Update: I received my order and it arrived with some extra free products. I am happy now! But just beware the shipping time can take a long time! Ordered July 6th received on Saturday August 1st.

Thumbnail of user mileys4
1 review
14 helpful votes
July 4th, 2020

Recently purchased 2 of your Elta MD tinted spf 44 skincare. The pump on both tubes is useless. Was so frustrated after pumping 10-12 times and never getting any lotion, took the top off to use. I should have stuck with the 3 oz. Spf 41 tube. Lotion is good but pump very unacceptable. I would never recommend this pump to anyone.

Thumbnail of user sarahjanell
1 review
2 helpful votes
July 28th, 2021
Verified purchase

My issue was never with their products.
Their Processes…filling orders, shipping, customer service, conflict resolution are broken…
I finally got a refund not including tax. It took until the middle of August for a problem that began at the end of June. This after countless calls, waiting in a queue on the phone, no return phone calls (til the lend), email runarounds, no follow up on their end
The resolution process is extremely inefficient and convoluted. If I had not not FINALLY spoken to an individual who actually FOLLOWED UP… this would still not be resolved.
Their system of dealing with issues DOES NOT WORK.
They are going through changes and customer service is falling through the cracks.
Just beware

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Thumbnail of user karris9
1 review
0 helpful votes
August 2nd, 2021

I've been a customer of Dermstore for about four years. I've found some helpful products - some a bit more expensive than usual, but I try to manage my fairly regular purchases carefully. Recently the site went through a redesign; I had trouble finding my points and a couple other things I'm used to seeing. I went forward with a purchase anyway without using points - even though I wanted to use them. Next time I logged in to make a purchase, I was curious about the points so I looked for them first. Relieved to find them, I used the amount I intended to use for my purchase -- then went to look for my product (which coincidentally was being promoted in one of their email campaigns), and it was out of stock. First, I'm kind of surprised that the product being promoted would be out of stock; second, when I explained my experience and frustration -- and asked for my points to be added back to my account, I was told they couldn't do this. I can understand if I'd done this kind of thing on a regular basis or truly changed my mind about a purchase. But neither of these apply. I was ready to buy. I am disappointed and believe this is an opportunity to make a regular customer even more ready to come back. Instead they've diminished my interest. I may be headed elsewhere.

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Products used:
retinol, eye serum mainly

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Thumbnail of user elizabethl410
1 review
3 helpful votes
August 20th, 2019

I regularly buy a super expensive face cream from Dermstore, and about half of the jars I've received have been used already. If I didn't know what the packaging was supposed to look like, I'd never notice. They're always helpful when I alert them, and the replacement is out ASAP. Their prices and selection are good, but it's only worth dealing with the (gross) hassle if you're actually saving a significant amount of money.

Thumbnail of user maryk597
1 review
0 helpful votes
January 9th, 2019

I loved the product double repair moisturizer Lariche Posay and ordered it several times when talking to rep there she recommended another more expensive 75 dollar product and I did not understand it would be sent automatically and I was allergic to it It very hard to get their rep to give refund Got one refund for the 2 products after several calls and e-mails

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Dermstore C. – Dermstore Rep

Thank you for reaching out to us, our records show that we have credited you back for your purchase. If there are any further questions please feel free to reach out to us.

Thumbnail of user roseannz
104 reviews
534 helpful votes
January 25th, 2015

I wrote a previous good review (4 stars) about Dermstore earlier this year. I now give them only 3 stars, because I always enjoyed their Surprise Boxes of either hair care, makeup, skin care. Now those boxes are gone. I haven't purchased since I saw that. Otherwise, I've not had a problem that they hadn't fixed to my satisfaction.

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Thumbnail of user sarahw377
1 review
2 helpful votes
December 3rd, 2018

So I set up an auto order shipment of a product and it shipped before I could stop the order. This was my fault because I didn't keep track of how often it would be shipped to me. So no biggie, I can just return it. I did return the item in which I chose store credit as the option because it was free according to the site (and I would use it for cleanser eventually). I called today to see if I can use my credit and they said it was sent to me in an email. The two addresses in which I use did not contain anything from Dermstore. So I asked the representative which email and he said my college one. Apparently when I logged in using my FB account it linked with my college email. I found you can't use your school email after you graduate bc I totally tried to hack into it (and it didn't work obviously bc it's been 10 years). I have another account with Dermstore using my gmail but the representative said it wasn't possible to send it to that one bc its not the account I purchased the product with. Such BS and now I'm out 25 and some change. That may not be a lot to some but it is to me! So word of caution when you place your order make sure your email is set to the one you use everyday.

Thumbnail of user customerserviced1
Dermstore C. – Dermstore Rep

Please reach out to us regarding your return and we will gladly assist you at 800-213-3376.

Thumbnail of user dorish2
1 review
3 helpful votes
January 10th, 2014

I find the website confusing... especially when trying to place an order. Nothing is just straight forward you have to manuvere your way to find what you are looking for. I usually have to call to place my order.

Thumbnail of user tarar4
6 reviews
17 helpful votes
February 11th, 2014

I buy only one thing from Dermstore (my face wash) but only when the prices get too high on Amazon. Two great things about DS. If you add the products you like to your Favorites, then you'll get 10% off during checkout. Shipment is always free with no minimums and very prompt. Besides that, Dermstore is a bit on the expensive side. And they have a nasty habit of discontinuing product lines.

Thumbnail of user annb359
7 reviews
0 helpful votes
November 17th, 2018

I saved so much money when I come in here! Everything is only a dollar a piece. The staff makes it easy to find everything I need for dinner and that makes me a happy camper.

Thumbnail of user melaniek25
1 review
2 helpful votes
December 8th, 2017

I used to get 2-day free delivery. Then that slowed down. Last time, I ordered in late November, and package still hasn't arrived, and it's December 7. I called and after being on hold for over ten minutes, got a representative. She gave me a tracking number and said it wouldn't be here until December 12.

Still, products are always of good quality and condition, and seem totally authentic.

Another problem, though, is that I've returned a few items, though not recently. I had to call and get an RMA number. Then, I had a return that was mysteriously "lost." After that I got package tracking from USPS. Two orders were "lost" again but miraculously found when I gave them the tracking number and proof of their receipt by USPS.

So now, I only order products I know I want need to return. And with this recent shipping delay, I probably won't order from them again.

Thumbnail of user elizabethr57
8 reviews
37 helpful votes
October 16th, 2015

I bought lotion and face products and it’s great! I got lucky maybe? But the customer service was kind.

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Thumbnail of user fatimag1
1 review
2 helpful votes
November 20th, 2013

Even after reading all negative reviews I still gave it a shot. I order my products without any trouble on the website got free gift plus free shipping. After I ordered my goods atleast for 2 hours you do see option next to your order where you can edit or cancel it. Once its in fulfilment you can't make any changes. Shipping was suppose to be 2-3 biz days I waited and after 4 biz days try to track my order it was still showing in transit I contacted USPS thinking its there fault but they were not able to help. Than I called customer service good thing there was hardly 5 mins hold and got live agent faster after explaining her situation she advise me to wait for 1 week and if I still didn't recieve it than they will re-ship it. Ofcourse I am not going to wait for so long so I just hung up and called next day and spoke to another agent and her answer was " oh, it seems the package has lost in our warehouse in transit so I will go ahead and re-order it with 2days shipping and will waive the charges. I accpeted the offer. Next day I got the products delivered but it was the original 1st shipment. Seriously they don't update there shipment status and they are not aware about it. I checked products they were in good condition nicely packed got some free gifts so I was happy about that. Now I have to call them again and cancel that 2nd order orelse I am sure they will charge me. Overall I was not satisfied rather I get it from websites who are responsible and they know what's going on with the shipments.

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From the business

• We offer over 700 brands, including physician-strength formulas and hard-to-find specialty brands
• We have over 100,000 product reviews from real customers…and counting!
• We offer free shipping on all orders all the time
• We give you free samples with every order
• DermStore is a 8 year Bizrate Circle of Excellence Award Winner for Customer Satisfaction
• We have licensed estheticians on staff reviewing products and personally answering questions submitted by our customers
• DermStore was founded by a Board Certified Dermatologist
• We only sell products that are 100% authorized by the brands we carry, which means they are real, safe, in code and certified by the manufacturer!
• 24/7 Customer Service

Business History

DermStore launched in 1999 with the vision of fulfilling the unmet need for a reputable dermatologist-backed online store, carrying only the finest cosmetic dermatology products. Founded by a board certified dermatologist, DermStore quickly set itself apart from its competitors by going beyond just being a distributor of high-end skin care and cosmetic products, and becoming a safe haven for beauty brands to sell their products and for consumers to purchase with confidence.

Since its launch in 1999, DermStore has grown to offer a range of more than 700 skin care and cosmetic brands, including 26,000 individual products. This, in addition to offering over 100,000 product reviews, along with expert advice and esthetician recommended regimens, makes it no wonder that DermStore has become a leader in luxury skin care and cosmetics online. DermStore's product offering consists of brands with physician-strength formulas otherwise only available through a doctor's or surgeon's office, widely available quality drugstore brands, exclusive spa care lines, salon-grade brands, and difficult to find niche and specialty brands from around the world.

Free Shipping on All Orders All The Time – At DermStore we pride ourselves in offering our customers free shipping on every order with no minimum purchase 365 days a year!

Samples Samples Samples – At DermStore we include free samples of customer favorites and best-selling products because we want our customers to be able to try new products before they buy

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Dermstore C.
Dermstore Customer Service
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Our customer service team is available Monday-Friday 5:00am-7:00pm (PST), Saturday 6:00am-4:00pm (PST), we are closed on Sundays and all major holidays. We can be reached via phone at 1-800-213-DERM (3376) or via email at service@dermstore.com.

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