ISDIN vs Theramid
ISDIN and Theramid are two Spanish skincare brands that offer sophisticated and meticulously engineered moisturizers, sunscreens, serums, eye products, and specialized treatments. While the brand founded in 1975 is beloved for gentle efficacy that suits acne-prone and combination skin best, the newer brand suits balanced, dry, combination, oily, and sensitive skin through its precise compositions. Both brands feature standout products targeting acne, dark spots, and mature concerns, differing primarily in their founding years, ownership histories, and breadth of skin-type compatibility.
ISDIN is a Spanish skincare brand founded in 1975 and owned by Puig.
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Theramid is a Spanish skincare brand founded in 2022 and owned by Cosnova Group since 2026.
This page compares some of the most popular ISDIN and Theramid products; for every product of both brands, with a fit score for your own skin, use the Lovi app.
People Say
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”
- “the texture is a sophisticated, lightweight gel that absorbs almost instantly without leaving a sticky residue — Theramid Copper Peptide”
- “Absorbs quickly — Theramid DERMA-PEPTIDES”
Gentle on Sensitive Skin and Non-Irritating Often MentionedOften Mentioned
- “Sensitive/reactive skin tolerates — ISDIN Hyaluronic Moisture”
- “no excessive exfoliation — ISDIN Retinal Intense Serum”
- “Suitable for sensitive skin — Theramid DERMA-PEPTIDES”
- “incredibly gentle... I experienced zero redness or irritation — Theramid Copper Peptide”
Hydration, Plumping, and Barrier Repair Often MentionedOften Mentioned
- “Improved moisture and texture — ISDIN Hyaluronic Moisture”
- “Skin feels intensely hydrated — ISDIN Hyaluronic Concentrate”
- “Only thing that got my barrier under control — Theramid Ceramide Treatment”
- “Provides long-lasting hydration — Theramid Ceramide Treatment”
Visible Anti-Aging and Firmness Rarely NotedMostly Mentioned
- “Fine lines are less visible — Theramid DERMA-PEPTIDES”
- “my skin feels incredibly fed and plump — Theramid Copper Peptide”
- “softening fine lines — ISDIN Retinal Intense Serum”
Makeup Compatibility and Finish Often MentionedNot noted
- “acts like a primer — ISDIN Eryfotona Actinica”
- “dries down matte — ISDIN Eryfotona Actinica”
- “My skin felt sooo hydrated and looks so plump and dewey. — ISDIN Fusion Water”
High Price and Value Concerns Often MentionedRarely Noted
- “Didn't work better than cheaper options — Theramid Ceramide Treatment”
- “very expensive — ISDIN Eryfotona Actinica”
Fragrance and Scent Issues Often MentionedRarely Noted
- “Didn't like the scent — Theramid Ceramide Treatment”
- “smell is overpowering — ISDIN Eryfotona Actinica”
Questions and answers
ISDIN or Theramid: which is better?
ISDIN and Theramid each excel in different areas, with ISDIN offering makeup-friendly sunscreens and Theramid providing targeted anti-aging benefits.
What is the difference between ISDIN and Theramid?
ISDIN features a wide variety of ultralight sunscreens and lightweight moisturizers that score a Superior fit for sun protection and dry or sensitive skin, though some products contain fragrance. Theramid focuses heavily on restorative moisturizers and anti-aging treatments with completely fragrance-free formulas, but reviewers note more formulation and compatibility issues.
ISDIN or Theramid: which moisturizer is better?
When comparing moisturizers, the products on this page show that Theramid offers better restorative and soothing formulas, while ISDIN features lightweight options like Hyaluronic Concentrate with a High Lovi fit for sensitive skin.
Which is more affordable, ISDIN or Theramid?
Theramid tends to face more criticism regarding high prices and value concerns from reviewers, whereas ISDIN is more frequently noted for a high price point overall.
Which causes fewer breakouts, ISDIN or Theramid?
ISDIN fits acne-prone skin best as one of its core fit categories, whereas Theramid does not list acne-prone skin among its top fits.
Which brand has more fragrance-free product options, ISDIN or Theramid?
Theramid has more fragrance-free product options since every product on its page lists no fragrance, whereas only 3 of the 8 ISDIN products on this page list no fragrance.
How do the founding years and corporate ownership of ISDIN and Theramid compare?
ISDIN was founded in 1975 in Spain and is owned by Puig, whereas Theramid was founded in 2022 in Spain and is owned by the Cosnova Group.
Which brand performs better for makeup compatibility according to reviewers?
ISDIN does better for makeup compatibility according to reviewers, thanks to products like its ultralight sunscreens on this page.
Research behind their key ingredients
Comparison of methods for assessing photoprotection against ultraviolet A in vivo
Nanocomplex of quaternized cyclodextrin grafted chitosan and hyaluronic acid for a skin delivery
The clinical efficacy of a new emulsion for acne and conspicuous facial pore amelioration
Retrospective Review of Dermal Safety Studies of Organic Sunscreens
Targeting Circadian Rhythm for the Regulation of Skin Collagen Metabolism
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.
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Co-founder, Medical Director
Cosmetic chemist, cosmetologist, aesthetic products developer
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Co-founder, CEO and CTO
PhD in computer science, 3x US patent holder, ex-Google, ex-Yandex
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Dr. Sofía Perea Pérez, MD, MSc
Medical Board
Aesthetic medicine practitioner, MSc in Longevity and Anti-Aging Medicine
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Medical Board
Specialist dermatologist, MBBS, MD, IFAAD
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Medical Board
Cosmetic chemist, SCS, IFSCC member
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Medical Board, Medical Advisor
Dermatology MD
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Elina Nazarenko, MD
Medical Board
Dermatology and diagnostic consultant
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Victoria Derkova, MS
Medical Board
Cosmetic chemist, cosmetic development technologist
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