Pixi vs ISDIN
Pixi and ISDIN are distinct skincare lines that cater to different needs through thoughtful product ranges. The British brand founded in 1999 focuses on toners, serums, eye products, and moisturizers that suit oily and sensitive skin best, while the Spanish brand founded in 1975 and owned by Puig offers sunscreens, moisturizers, serums, and eye products that suit acne-prone and combination skin best. Both lines feature sophisticated formulas to target concerns like acne, dark spots, and mature skin. They differ primarily in their core ingredient philosophies and ideal skin types, giving users tailored options for a calm, radiant complexion.
Pixi is a British skincare brand founded in 1999.
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ISDIN is a Spanish skincare brand founded in 1975 and owned by Puig.
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This page compares some of the most popular Pixi and ISDIN products; for every product of both brands, with a fit score for your own skin, use the Lovi app.
Popular Pixi vs ISDIN products
People Say
Texture and Absorption Often MentionedMostly Mentioned
- “absorbs instantly — ISDIN Eryfotona Actinica”
- “ultra-light fluid product, which makes it super easy to apply — ISDIN Fusion Water”
- “Lightweight formula absorbs fast — ISDIN Hyaluronic Concentrate”
- “Skin feels incredible, so smooth — Pixi Glow Peel Pads”
Hydration and Moisture Mostly MentionedMostly Mentioned
- “Instant surge of hydration — Pixi Hydrating Milky Mist”
- “deeply hydrates and balances — Pixi Antioxidant Tonic”
- “Improved moisture and texture — ISDIN Hyaluronic Moisture”
- “My skin felt sooo hydrated and looks so plump and dewey. — ISDIN Fusion Water”
Glow and Brightening Mostly MentionedOften Mentioned
- “gives instant glow — Pixi Glow Tonic”
- “Skin is noticeably brighter — Pixi Glow Peel Pads”
- “healthy radiance — Pixi Glow Mist”
- “My hyperpigmentation has lightened and skin looks more even, even shines more. — ISDIN Flavo-C Serum”
Soothing and Gentle Formulas Often MentionedOften Mentioned
- “instantly cooling upon application — Pixi DetoxifEYE Depuffing Eye Patches”
- “calms my redness instantly — Pixi Rose Tonic”
- “Sensitive/reactive skin tolerates — ISDIN Hyaluronic Moisture”
- “no excessive exfoliation — ISDIN Retinal Intense Serum”
Makeup Compatibility and Finish Rarely NotedOften Mentioned
- “doesn't leave you white as a ghost — ISDIN Fusion Water”
- “acts like a primer — ISDIN Eryfotona Actinica”
- “dries down matte — ISDIN Eryfotona Actinica”
- “melts powder makeup — Pixi Glow Mist”
Fragrance and Scent Often MentionedOften Mentioned
- “smell is overpowering — Pixi Glow Tonic”
- “Scent is too strong — Pixi Hydrating Milky Mist”
- “smell is overpowering — ISDIN Eryfotona Actinica”
- “lingering headache inducing effect — ISDIN K-Ox Eyes”
Pricing and Value Sometimes NotedOften Mentioned
- “Bottle is too small — Pixi Hydrating Milky Mist”
- “Slight downside is the price — Pixi Glow Peel Pads”
- “bottle is very small — Pixi Rose Oil Blend”
- “very expensive — ISDIN Eryfotona Actinica”
Pixi vs ISDIN routines for dry skin
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Cleanser
CeraVe Hydrating Facial Cleanser
Morning · Evening · Once a week
AED 32.95
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Hydrating Toner
Hydrating Milky Mist
Morning
AED 93.99
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Moisturizer
SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Probio-Cica Enrich Cream
Morning · Evening · Once a week
AED 34.80
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SPF
Dr.G Green Mild Up Sun+
Morning
AED 81.00
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Pre-Cleanser
MISSHA Ultra Hyalon Cleansing Cream
Evening · Once a week
AED 35.29
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Cleansing Toner
Glow Tonic
Evening
AED 120.00
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Serum or Treatment
Vitamin-C Serum
Evening · Once a week
AED 127.62
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Enzyme Powder
VT Cica Mild Powder Wash
Once a week
AED 47.62
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Nourishing Mask
Mediheal Watermide Essential Mask
Once a week
AED 65.00
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Cleanser
CeraVe Hydrating Facial Cleanser
Morning · Evening · Once a week
AED 32.95
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Moisturizer
SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Probio-Cica Enrich Cream
Morning · Evening · Once a week
AED 34.80
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SPF
Fusion Water
Morning
AED 91.99
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Pre-Cleanser
MISSHA Ultra Hyalon Cleansing Cream
Evening · Once a week
AED 35.29
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Cleansing Toner
ROUND LAB 1025 Dokdo Cleansing Water
Evening
AED 38.99
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Serum or Treatment
Retinal Intense Serum
Evening · Once a week
AED 392.99
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Enzyme Powder
VT Cica Mild Powder Wash
Once a week
AED 47.62
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Nourishing Mask
Mediheal Watermide Essential Mask
Once a week
AED 65.00
Buy Pixi routine · AED 638.27 · 91% fit
Buy ISDIN routine · AED 739.63 · 88% fitSee multi-brand routine · 96% fit
Pixi vs ISDIN routines for oily skin
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Cleanser
CeraVe Foaming Facial Cleanser
Morning · Evening · Once a week
AED 49.95
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Hydrating Toner
Retinol Tonic
Morning · Once a week
AED 73.14
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Moisturizer
COSRX Oil-Free Ultra-Moisturizing Lotion (with Birch Sap)
Morning · Evening · Once a week
AED 33.40
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SPF
d'Alba UVessence Mild Waterfull Sun Cream SPF 50
Morning
AED 92.70
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Pre-Cleanser
Shu Uemura Ultime8 Sublime Beauty Cleansing Oil
Evening · Once a week
AED 179.45
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Cleansing Toner
Glow Tonic
Evening
AED 120.00
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Serum or Treatment
Vitamin-C Serum
Evening · Once a week
AED 127.62
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Enzyme Powder
Dermalogica Daily Microfoliant
Once a week
AED 101.09
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Cleansing Mask
Revision Skincare Black Mask
Once a week
AED 204.00
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Cleanser
CeraVe Foaming Facial Cleanser
Morning · Evening · Once a week
AED 49.95
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Hydrating Toner
Some By Mi Snail Truecica Miracle Repair Toner
Morning · Once a week
AED 49.99
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Moisturizer
COSRX Oil-Free Ultra-Moisturizing Lotion (with Birch Sap)
Morning · Evening · Once a week
AED 33.40
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SPF
Fusion Water
Morning
AED 91.99
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Pre-Cleanser
Shu Uemura Ultime8 Sublime Beauty Cleansing Oil
Evening · Once a week
AED 179.45
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Cleansing Toner
Pixi Glow Tonic
Evening
AED 120.00
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Serum or Treatment
Retinal Intense Serum
Evening · Once a week
AED 392.99
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Enzyme Powder
Dermalogica Daily Microfoliant
Once a week
AED 101.09
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Cleansing Mask
Revision Skincare Black Mask
Once a week
AED 204.00
Buy Pixi routine · AED 981.35 · 95% fit
Buy ISDIN routine · AED 1,222.86 · 91% fitSee multi-brand routine · 97% fit
Pixi vs ISDIN routines for combination skin
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Cleanser
Fresh Soy Face Cleanser
Morning · Evening · Once a week
AED 84.53
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Hydrating Toner
Retinol Tonic
Morning · Once a week
AED 73.14
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Moisturizer
COSRX Oil-Free Ultra-Moisturizing Lotion (with Birch Sap)
Morning · Evening · Once a week
AED 33.40
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Pre-Cleanser
Shu Uemura Ultime8 Sublime Beauty Cleansing Oil
Evening · Once a week
AED 179.45
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Cleansing Toner
Glow Tonic
Evening
AED 120.00
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Serum or Treatment
Vitamin-C Serum
Evening · Once a week
AED 127.62
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Enzyme Powder
Dermalogica Daily Microfoliant
Once a week
AED 101.09
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Cleansing Mask
KORA Organics Turmeric Brightening & Exfoliating Mask
Once a week
AED 122.93
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Cleanser
Fresh Soy Face Cleanser
Morning · Evening · Once a week
AED 84.53
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Hydrating Toner
Paula's Choice Skin Balancing Pore-Reducing Toner
Morning · Once a week
AED 145.00
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Moisturizer
COSRX Oil-Free Ultra-Moisturizing Lotion (with Birch Sap)
Morning · Evening · Once a week
AED 33.40
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SPF
Fusion Water
Morning
AED 91.99
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Pre-Cleanser
Shu Uemura Ultime8 Sublime Beauty Cleansing Oil
Evening · Once a week
AED 179.45
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Cleansing Toner
Medicube Zero Pore Pad 2.0
Evening
AED 53.12
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Serum or Treatment
Retinal Intense Serum
Evening · Once a week
AED 392.99
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Enzyme Powder
Dermalogica Daily Microfoliant
Once a week
AED 101.09
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Cleansing Mask
KORA Organics Turmeric Brightening & Exfoliating Mask
Once a week
AED 122.93
Buy Pixi routine · AED 842.16 · 93% fit
Buy ISDIN routine · AED 1,204.50 · 92% fitSee multi-brand routine · 96% fit
Questions and answers
Pixi or ISDIN: which is better?
Pixi and ISDIN both offer strong options, but Pixi is better for glow and value, while ISDIN is better for texture and makeup compatibility. Lovi rates Pixi as Superior for dry sensitive skin, compared to High for ISDIN.
What is the difference between Pixi and ISDIN?
Pixi focuses on radiance and glow with a lower price point, whereas ISDIN stands out for ultralight, makeup-friendly sunscreens and better texture and absorption. Lovi rates Pixi as Superior for dry sensitive skin and ISDIN as High for the same skin type.
Pixi or ISDIN for dry skin?
For dry skin, Lovi rates Pixi as Superior and ISDIN as High. Pixi offers products like Hydrating Milky Mist which is designated for dry skin, while ISDIN features Uradin Lotion 10 and Fusion Water.
Pixi or ISDIN: which moisturizer is better?
Pixi Rose Oil Blend and ISDIN Hyaluronic Concentrate are both available on the page as moisturizers. Lovi rates Pixi Rose Oil Blend as High for dry skin and Low for combination, oily, and oily acne-prone skin, while ISDIN Hyaluronic Concentrate is rated as High for sensitive and acne-prone skin and Average for dry skin.
Which is more affordable, Pixi or ISDIN?
Pixi is more affordable than ISDIN, as high pricing is often noted for ISDIN products while pricing and value are an advantage for Pixi.
Which brand has better texture and absorption, Pixi or ISDIN?
ISDIN does better than Pixi for texture and absorption. Reviewers mostly mention ISDIN for having ultralight, lightweight, and makeup-friendly sunscreens and moisturizers.
Which sunscreens are considered ultralight, Pixi or ISDIN?
ISDIN offers the products on this page considered ultralight sunscreens. Reviewers frequently mention this benefit for the brand's sunscreens.
Pixi or ISDIN for oily skin?
For oily skin, both Pixi and ISDIN have a Lovi fit level of Superior. Reviewers mention that Pixi delivers glow and brightening while ISDIN offers ultralight sunscreens.
Pixi or ISDIN for sensitive skin?
Both Pixi and ISDIN are great choices, as Lovi rates both brands as having a Superior routine fit for sensitive skin. Pixi stands out for its soothing and gentle toners, while ISDIN is well-known for its skin-friendly sunscreens.
Pixi or ISDIN for acne-prone skin?
For acne-prone skin, both brands provide an equal Lovi fit level of Superior. Reviewers note that Pixi helps bring glow and brightening, while ISDIN is known for its ultralight sunscreens.
Pixi or ISDIN for dry sensitive skin?
For dry sensitive skin, Lovi rates Pixi as Superior and ISDIN as High. Pixi offers great products on this page for this skin type, such as the Hydrating Milky Mist, which helps deliver deep hydration and soothing care.
Research behind their key ingredients
The Effect of Aloe Vera Clinical Trials on Prevention and Healing of Skin Wound: A Systematic Review
Molecular basis of retinol anti-ageing properties in naturally aged human skin in vivo
A Rose Extract Protects the Skin against Stress Mediators: A Potential Role of Olfactory Receptors
Design and in vivo evaluation of emulgel formulations including green tea extract and rose oil
Comparison of methods for assessing photoprotection against ultraviolet A in vivo
Topical Almond Oil for Prevention of Pressure Injuries: A Single-Blinded Comparison Study
Clinical study of a spray containing birch juice for repairing sensitive skin
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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