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CeraVe vs Augustinus Bader

Rated by Lovi · Unbiased, science-based skincare AI trained on real user outcomes · How the Fit score works

CeraVe and Augustinus Bader are two skincare brands tailored to distinct complexions and preferences. The former offers a thoughtful range of moisturizers, cleansers, serums, sunscreens, and more formulated with hyaluronic acid and glycerin, suiting acne-prone skin and combination skin best. Conversely, the latter provides nourishing moisturizers, targeted serums, and soothing eye products powered by sophisticated formulas, suiting dry skin and dry sensitive skin best. While both deliver targeted care for concerns like acne, dark spots, and aging, they differ fundamentally in their ingredient philosophies and ideal skin types.

CeraVe is an American skincare brand founded in 2005 and owned by L'Oréal since 2017.

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Augustinus Bader is a German skincare brand founded in 2018.

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This page compares some of the most popular CeraVe and Augustinus Bader products; for every product of both brands, with a fit score for your own skin, use the Lovi app.

Popular CeraVe vs Augustinus Bader products

People Say

CeraVeAugustinus Bader
  • Non-greasy and lightweight texture Mostly MentionedMostly Mentioned
    • “light but nourishing — Augustinus Bader The Cream”
    • “sinks in instantly — Augustinus Bader The Serum”
    • “light gel texture — Augustinus Bader The Eye Cream”
    • “Absorbs into skin without residue — CeraVe Daily Moisturizing Lotion”
  • Fades acne marks and improves texture Often MentionedMostly Mentioned
    • “Softens fine lines — Augustinus Bader The Rich Cream”
    • “skin is smoother — Augustinus Bader The Cream”
    • “skin felt noticeably firmer — Augustinus Bader The Serum”
    • “difference in my skin's texture is noticeable — CeraVe Renewing SA Cleanser”
  • Deep hydration Mostly MentionedOften Mentioned
    • “Saved my dry winter skin — CeraVe Moisturising Cream”
    • “woke up with plump skin — CeraVe Skin Renewing Night Cream”
    • “cured my dry patches — CeraVe Eye Repair Cream”
    • “Extremely dry skin saved — Augustinus Bader The Rich Cream”
  • Visible radiance and glow Not notedMostly Mentioned
    • “Instant youthful glow — Augustinus Bader The Rich Cream”
    • “Instantly hydrated — Augustinus Bader The Face Oil”
    • “healthy glow — Augustinus Bader The Serum”
  • Gentle and non-stripping Mostly MentionedNot noted
    • “doesn't leave face tight — CeraVe Hydrating Facial Cleanser”
    • “no burning sensation — CeraVe Resurfacing Retinol Serum”
    • “clean but not dry — CeraVe Foaming Facial Cleanser”
  • Value for money Often MentionedNot noted
    • “reasonably priced — CeraVe Foaming Facial Cleanser”
    • “Huge tub lasts forever — CeraVe Moisturising Cream”
    • “Great everyday moisturizer — CeraVe Daily Moisturizing Lotion”
  • Price point concerns Rarely NotedMostly Mentioned
    • “expensive Vaseline — CeraVe Healing Ointment”
  • Packaging and dispensing issues Often MentionedOften Mentioned
    • “no safety seal included — CeraVe Skin Renewing Night Cream”
    • “tube splitting at seams — CeraVe Skin Renewing Vitamin C Serum”
    • “excessive packaging — Augustinus Bader The Serum”
    • “pump clogs easily — Augustinus Bader The Eye Cream”
  • Slow or underwhelming results Rarely NotedOften Mentioned
    • “takes a few months — CeraVe Resurfacing Retinol Serum”
    • “too weak — CeraVe Resurfacing Retinol Serum”
    • “meh — CeraVe Hydrating Toner”
    • “didn't see dramatic results — Augustinus Bader The Cream”
  • Caused breakouts Sometimes NotedSometimes Noted
    • “Gave me cystic acne — CeraVe Moisturising Cream”
    • “gave me closed comedones — CeraVe Hydrating Facial Cleanser”
    • “caused horrible breakouts — CeraVe Foaming Facial Cleanser”
    • “Caused cystic acne — Augustinus Bader The Rich Cream”

CeraVe vs Augustinus Bader routines for dry skin

Buy Augustinus Bader routine · AED 2,226.81 · 95% fitBuy CeraVe routine · AED 400.41 · 89% fitSee multi-brand routine · 96% fit

CeraVe vs Augustinus Bader routines for oily skin

Buy Augustinus Bader routine · AED 3,142.18 · 92% fitBuy CeraVe routine · AED 864.04 · 86% fitSee multi-brand routine · 97% fit

CeraVe vs Augustinus Bader routines for combination skin

Buy CeraVe routine · AED 850.34 · 93% fitBuy Augustinus Bader routine · AED 3,031.12 · 92% fitSee multi-brand routine · 96% fit

Questions and answers

CeraVe or Augustinus Bader: which is better?

Augustinus Bader is better for delivering visible radiance, glow, and lightweight texture, while CeraVe is better for value for money and deep hydration.

What is the difference between CeraVe and Augustinus Bader?

CeraVe offers budget-friendly skincare featuring ceramides and hyaluronic acid that helps deliver deep hydration, whereas Augustinus Bader is a luxury brand built around TFC8 that may improve radiance and glow. The products on this page for CeraVe have a High routine fit for dry skin, while Augustinus Bader has a Superior routine fit.

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CeraVe or Augustinus Bader for dry skin?

Both brands offer products on this page that achieve a High fit level for dry skin, with Augustinus Bader reaching a Superior routine fit level. CeraVe features ceramide-dominant barrier repair lipids that help alleviate dry skin conditions.

CeraVe or Augustinus Bader: which moisturizer is better?

Augustinus Bader offers superior routines for dry skin, while the products on this page for CeraVe help deliver deep hydration with key ingredients like ceramides. Ceramides and ceramide-dominant barrier repair lipids help alleviate barrier issues and improve barrier function.

Which is more affordable, CeraVe or Augustinus Bader?

CeraVe is much more affordable than Augustinus Bader, as reviewers often note Augustinus Bader's extreme price point while CeraVe offers better value for money.

How do CeraVe and Augustinus Bader compare for mature skin?

For mature skin, Augustinus Bader achieves a Superior routine fit, whereas CeraVe achieves a High routine fit across the products on this page. Reviewers note that Augustinus Bader delivers visible radiance and glow, while CeraVe provides deep hydration.

Which brand performs better regarding radiance and glow according to reviewers?

Augustinus Bader performs better regarding radiance and glow according to reviewers. The products on this page help improve skin texture and provide a visible glow.

What are the key differences in founding years and ownership between CeraVe and Augustinus Bader?

CeraVe was founded in the United States in 2005 and is owned by L'Oréal, whereas Augustinus Bader was founded in Germany in 2018 and is independently owned.

CeraVe or Augustinus Bader for oily skin?

For oily skin, Augustinus Bader achieves a Superior routine fit while CeraVe reaches a High fit level on the products on this page.

CeraVe or Augustinus Bader for sensitive skin?

Augustinus Bader has a Superior routine fit for sensitive skin, while CeraVe achieves a High fit level across the products on this page.

CeraVe or Augustinus Bader for acne-prone skin?

Both CeraVe and Augustinus Bader have a Superior routine fit level for acne-prone skin. CeraVe features products on this page that help cleanse acne and control oil gently.

Research behind their key ingredients

Behind this comparison

Lovi compares products by their fit scores, calculated from the full ingredient list with brand-independent rules our dermatologists and cosmetic chemists build and review, and personalizes every pick with AI trained on the real results of millions of users. Lovi trains its fit score models on a proprietary dataset built from more than 10,000 expert-labeled products and more than 100,000 simulated examples, following an internally consistent methodology presented at Cosmoprof, AMWC, and Skin of Color Update.

  • Nadia Kapleva, MS

    Nadia Kapleva, MS

    Co-founder, Medical Director

    Cosmetic chemist, cosmetologist, aesthetic products developer

  • Alexey Shagraev, PhD

    Alexey Shagraev, PhD

    Co-founder, CEO and CTO

    PhD in computer science, 3x US patent holder, ex-Google, ex-Yandex

  • Dr. Sofía Perea Pérez, MD, MSc

    Dr. Sofía Perea Pérez, MD, MSc

    Medical Board

    Aesthetic medicine practitioner, MSc in Longevity and Anti-Aging Medicine

  • Aishani Shah, MD

    Aishani Shah, MD

    Medical Board

    Specialist dermatologist, MBBS, MD, IFAAD

  • Asya Zubkova, MS

    Asya Zubkova, MS

    Medical Board

    Cosmetic chemist, SCS, IFSCC member

  • Hanna Kurets, MD

    Hanna Kurets, MD

    Medical Board, Medical Advisor

    Dermatology MD

  • Elina Nazarenko, MD

    Elina Nazarenko, MD

    Medical Board

    Dermatology and diagnostic consultant

  • Victoria Derkova, MS

    Victoria Derkova, MS

    Medical Board

    Cosmetic chemist, cosmetic development technologist

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