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ISDIN vs Augustinus Bader

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

ISDIN and Augustinus Bader are sophisticated skincare houses offering thoughtful moisturizers, targeted serums, and soothing eye products. The Spanish brand founded in 1975 and owned by Puig suits acne-prone skin and combination skin best, while the German brand founded in 2018 suits dry skin and dry sensitive skin best. Both are loved for their sophisticated formulas. They differ in their standout products and key ingredients, nurturing the complexion with reliable or measured efficacy.

ISDIN is a Spanish skincare brand founded in 1975 and owned by Puig.

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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 ISDIN and Augustinus Bader products; for every product of both brands, with a fit score for your own skin, use the Lovi app.

Popular ISDIN vs Augustinus Bader products

People Say

ISDINAugustinus Bader
  • Lightweight and Fast-Absorbing Texture Mostly MentionedMostly Mentioned
    • “absorbs instantly — ISDIN Eryfotona Actinica”
    • “ultra-light fluid product, which makes it super easy to apply — ISDIN Fusion Water”
    • “light but nourishing — Augustinus Bader The Cream”
    • “sinks in instantly — Augustinus Bader The Serum”
  • Hydrating and Smoothing Mostly MentionedMostly Mentioned
    • “Improved moisture and texture — ISDIN Hyaluronic Moisture”
    • “skin looks smooth and healthy — ISDIN K-Ox Eyes”
    • “Instantly hydrated — Augustinus Bader The Face Oil”
    • “Extremely dry skin saved — Augustinus Bader The Rich Cream”
  • Repairs Sun Damage and Brightens Skin Often MentionedMostly Mentioned
    • “Instant youthful glow — Augustinus Bader The Rich Cream”
    • “skin is smoother — Augustinus Bader The Cream”
    • “healthy glow — Augustinus Bader The Serum”
    • “My hyperpigmentation has lightened and skin looks more even, even shines more. — ISDIN Flavo-C Serum”
  • Sensitive Skin Friendly and Gentle Often MentionedRarely Noted
    • “Sensitive/reactive skin tolerates — ISDIN Hyaluronic Moisture”
    • “no excessive exfoliation — ISDIN Retinal Intense Serum”
    • “doesn't sting eyes — ISDIN Eryfotona Actinica”
    • “calms redness — Augustinus Bader The Cream”
  • Makeup Compatibility Often MentionedRarely Noted
    • “acts like a primer — ISDIN Eryfotona Actinica”
    • “My skin felt sooo hydrated and looks so plump and dewey. — ISDIN Fusion Water”
    • “Great under makeup — ISDIN Hyaluronic Concentrate”
    • “concealer blends perfectly — Augustinus Bader The Eye Cream”
  • Texture Improvement Not notedOften Mentioned
    • “Softens fine lines — Augustinus Bader The Rich Cream”
    • “skin felt noticeably firmer — Augustinus Bader The Serum”
    • “Smoother skin — Augustinus Bader The Face Oil”
  • High Price Point Often MentionedMostly Mentioned
    • “very expensive — ISDIN Eryfotona Actinica”
    • “My only wish is that ISDIN would make this product in a bigger size bottle. — ISDIN Fusion Water”
    • “high cost — ISDIN K-Ox Eyes”
  • Lack of Results or Slow Efficacy Sometimes NotedOften Mentioned
    • “don't see result — ISDIN K-Ox Eyes”
    • “Not hydrating enough in winter — ISDIN Hyaluronic Concentrate”
    • “no noticeable changes yet — ISDIN Retinal Intense Serum”
    • “didn't see dramatic results — Augustinus Bader The Cream”
  • Strong Fragrance and Scent Issues Often MentionedSometimes Noted
    • “Smells like old crayons — Augustinus Bader The Rich Cream”
    • “Smells like vegetable oil — Augustinus Bader The Face Oil”
    • “smell is overpowering — ISDIN Eryfotona Actinica”

ISDIN vs Augustinus Bader routines for dry skin

Buy Augustinus Bader routine · AED 2,226.81 · 95% fitBuy ISDIN routine · AED 739.63 · 88% fitSee multi-brand routine · 96% fit

ISDIN vs Augustinus Bader routines for oily skin

Buy Augustinus Bader routine · AED 3,142.18 · 92% fitBuy ISDIN routine · AED 1,222.86 · 91% fitSee multi-brand routine · 97% fit

ISDIN vs Augustinus Bader routines for combination skin

Buy ISDIN routine · AED 1,204.50 · 92% fitBuy Augustinus Bader routine · AED 3,031.12 · 92% fitSee multi-brand routine · 96% fit

Questions and answers

ISDIN or Augustinus Bader: which is better?

Both brands are great choices depending on your skin goals, as Augustinus Bader excels with a Superior fit for dry and dry sensitive skin while ISDIN is often praised for its ultralight sunscreens. Reviewers note that Augustinus Bader delivers deep hydration and texture improvement, whereas ISDIN stands out for being sensitive skin friendly and makeup-compatible.

What is the difference between ISDIN and Augustinus Bader?

ISDIN is a Spanish brand founded in 1975 that tends to be gentler on sensitive skin and works well with makeup, while Augustinus Bader is a newer independent German brand known for its fragrance-free formulas and strong focus on texture improvement and deep hydration. Lovi rates Augustinus Bader as having a superior routine fit for dry and dry sensitive skin compared to ISDIN, though both brands score high overall.

ISDIN or Augustinus Bader for dry skin?

Augustinus Bader is the better choice for dry skin because Lovi rates its routine fit as Superior, whereas ISDIN reaches a High level. Reviewers also mention that Augustinus Bader provides deep hydration and texture improvement.

ISDIN or Augustinus Bader: which moisturizer is better?

When it comes to moisturizers, Augustinus Bader fits dry and dry sensitive skin with a Superior Lovi rating, while ISDIN products on this page range from High to Low for those skin types. Reviewers often mention Augustinus Bader for deep hydration and luxurious formulas, though both brands offer lightweight moisturizers.

Which is more affordable, ISDIN or Augustinus Bader?

ISDIN is the more affordable option, though shoppers note a high price point for both brands on this page. Reviewers frequently mention extreme prices for Augustinus Bader, making ISDIN the lower-cost choice between the two.

Which brand has more fragrance concerns, ISDIN or Augustinus Bader?

ISDIN has more fragrance concerns than Augustinus Bader because 5 of its 8 products on this page list fragrance, whereas every product on this page from Augustinus Bader lists no fragrance.

How do the founding years and corporate ownership of ISDIN and Augustinus Bader compare?

ISDIN was founded in 1975 in Spain and is owned by Puig, whereas Augustinus Bader was founded in 2018 in Germany and is independently owned.

Which brand is better for sensitive skin friendly and gentle application?

ISDIN does better for sensitive skin friendly and gentle application, as noted in the review themes on this page.

ISDIN or Augustinus Bader for oily skin?

Both ISDIN and Augustinus Bader provide a Superior routine fit for oily skin according to Lovi.

ISDIN or Augustinus Bader for sensitive skin?

Both brands achieve a Superior Lovi fit level for sensitive skin, but ISDIN stands out as more sensitive skin friendly and gentle according to reviewer feedback.

ISDIN or Augustinus Bader for acne-prone skin?

For acne-prone skin, both brands offer products on this page with a Superior routine fit. ISDIN is noted for being sensitive skin friendly, while Augustinus Bader is often recognized for texture improvement and deep hydration.

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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