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Avène vs A+

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

Avène and A+ are established skincare brands founded in 1990 that offer gentle moisturizers and reliable formulations. The French brand is universally loved for its rich moisturizers, reliable sunscreens, targeted serums, gentle cleansers, and hydrating glycerin, while the Indian counterpart is widely beloved for its mild composition and thoughtfully calibrated formulas. Both lines suit sensitive and acne-prone skin best, as the former relies on science-backed ingredients like glycerin to restore barrier function and the latter supports daily moisture balance. Ultimately, they differ through distinct standout offerings such as the Tolerance Control Soothing Skin Recovery Balm, Cleanance, and Hyaluron Activ B3 Concentrated Plumping Serum compared to the 345 Relief Cream.

Avène is a French skincare brand founded in 1990 and owned by Fondation Pierre Fabre.

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A+ is an Indian skincare brand founded in 1990.

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

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Questions and answers

Avène or A+: which is better?

Avène is better than A+ for the products on this page, offering a much wider selection with options that fit sensitive, dry, and oily skin types well. A+ only lists one product on this page, which has average to low fit levels across most skin types.

What is the difference between Avène and A+?

Avène offers fifteen products on this page with varied Lovi fit levels across skin types, whereas A+ lists only one moisturizer, the 345 Relief Cream. Reviewers note that Avène products often soothe irritation and provide gentle sun care, and about half of its products on this page contain no fragrance. In contrast, every A+ product on this page lists no fragrance.

Avène or A+: which moisturizer is better?

For moisturizers, Avène provides multiple choices with High fits for dry and sensitive skin, such as the Tolerance Control Soothing Skin Recovery Balm, whereas A+ lists only the 345 Relief Cream which has an Average fit for those skin types.

Which is more affordable, Avène or A+?

The provided page facts do not mention the price or affordability of either Avène or A+.

Which causes fewer breakouts, Avène or A+?

For breakouts, the products on this page from Avène have better options, with several items achieving a High fit level for acne-prone skin, while A+'s single product on this page has an Average fit.

Between Avène and A+, which brand was founded in France versus India?

Avène was founded in France, whereas A+ was founded in India.

Which of the two brands offers a fragrance-free option across all of its products listed on the page?

A+ offers a fragrance-free option across all of its products on this page, while Avène includes fragrance in several of its formulas.

How does the Lovi fit level for dry skin compare between Avène's Cicalfate+ Restorative Protective Cream and A+'s 345 Relief Cream?

Avène's Cicalfate+ Restorative Protective Cream has a High Lovi fit level for dry skin, whereas A+'s 345 Relief Cream has an Average fit.

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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