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Dermalogica vs MAËLYS

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

Dermalogica and MAËLYS are distinct skincare collections that offer thoughtful care through specialized solutions. The American brand launched in 1986 and owned by Unilever since 2015 provides targeted serums, nourishing moisturizers, gentle cleansers, purifying masks, and more with hyaluronic acid, glycerin, and salicylic acid, while the second collection is known for targeted serums and advanced formulas. The first line suits oily acne-prone skin and oily skin best, whereas both options accommodate all skin types best. They differ because the initial range uses powerful ingredients to manage excess oil and breakouts, while the second line delivers specialized solutions for particular concerns.

Dermalogica is an American skincare brand founded in 1986 and owned by Unilever since 2015.

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

Popular Dermalogica vs MAËLYS products

Dermalogica vs MAËLYS serums and treatments

Questions and answers

Dermalogica or MAËLYS: which is better?

Dermalogica generally offers a better fit across various skin types than MAËLYS, with many products achieving high or superior Lovi ratings for needs like hydration and smoothing. The products on this page help deliver intense hydration and feature no fragrance. Topical hyaluronic acid helps improve skin quality and signs of aging.

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What is the difference between Dermalogica and MAËLYS?

Dermalogica offers a wide range of fragrance-free skincare products that provide superior or high fit levels for various skin types, including oily and acne-prone skin. In contrast, the products on this page for MAËLYS generally show low or average fit levels across skin types, and some formulations include fragrance.

Which is more affordable, Dermalogica or MAËLYS?

Reviewers on the Dermalogica page frequently mention a high price point. The products on this page for MAËLYS do not have pricing data provided.

Which causes fewer breakouts, Dermalogica or MAËLYS?

Dermalogica is generally less likely to cause breakouts for acne-prone skin types, whereas MAËLYS products on this page show low fit levels for acne-prone skin. Reviewers sometimes note that Dermalogica products can occasionally cause breakouts or reactions, but the brand offers targeted routines and products with Lovi fit levels of High or Superior for acne-prone and oily acne-prone skin.

Which brand has been around longer, Dermalogica or MAËLYS?

Dermalogica has been around longer, having been founded in 1986 in the United States, whereas MAËLYS was founded in 2017.

Do any MAËLYS products contain fragrance compared to Dermalogica?

Yes, one MAËLYS product on this page lists fragrance, whereas every product from Dermalogica on this page lists no fragrance.

Which company is owned by Unilever?

Dermalogica is owned by Unilever, having been acquired in 2015.

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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