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Galderma vs MAËLYS

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

Galderma and MAËLYS are distinct skincare lines offering targeted serums with specialized active ingredients. The Swiss brand, founded in 1981, features treatments like Epiduo Gel and Benzac AC variants that suit oily and oily acne-prone skin best. Conversely, MAËLYS delivers thoughtful care through advanced formulas such as TOO-FINE and the RE-LURE Tight & Tone Body Serum, which suit all skin types. While both brands address complex concerns like dark spots and acne, they differ by catering to distinct skin types.

Galderma is a Swiss skincare brand founded in 1981 and owned by Galderma Group AG.

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

Popular Galderma vs MAËLYS products

Galderma vs MAËLYS serums and treatments

Questions and answers

Galderma or MAËLYS: which is better?

Galderma is much better for acne-prone and oily skin types, as Lovi rates its products High for those needs, whereas MAËLYS serums mostly receive Low fits. Galderma products are also fragrance-free, though they may cause dryness and irritation.

The Cochrane Database of Systematic Reviews, 2020American Journal of Clinical Dermatology, 2018

What is the difference between Galderma and MAËLYS?

Galderma is a better match for acne-prone skin, offering high Lovi fit levels with its acne-clearing serums, whereas MAËLYS products generally receive low fit ratings across most skin types. Reviewers note that Galderma serums can cause severe dryness and irritation, and its products on this page contain no fragrance while MAËLYS includes fragrance in one of its items.

The Cochrane Database of Systematic Reviews, 2020American Journal of Clinical Dermatology, 2018

Which is more affordable, Galderma or MAËLYS?

The provided page and study facts do not contain pricing information to determine whether Galderma or MAËLYS is more affordable.

Which causes fewer breakouts, Galderma or MAËLYS?

Galderma is the better choice for clearing breakouts, as the products on this page are effective acne-clearing serums with a High Lovi fit for acne-prone skin, whereas MAËLYS has a Low fit for that skin type. Topical benzoyl peroxide helps treat acne.

The Cochrane Database of Systematic Reviews, 2020American Journal of Clinical Dermatology, 2018

How do the founding years and countries of origin compare between Galderma and MAËLYS?

Galderma was founded in 1981 in Switzerland, whereas MAËLYS was founded more recently in 2017 with its country of origin not listed.

Which of the two brands offers fragrance-free products according to their ingredients lists?

Galderma offers fragrance-free products since every product on this page lists no fragrance in its ingredients, whereas MAËLYS includes fragrance in one of its two products.

What are the main negative and positive review points for Galderma compared to MAËLYS?

Galderma is recognized for its effective acne-clearing serums and body-effective, gentle serums, though reviewers often report severe dryness, peeling, irritation, and discomfort. MAËLYS has no review points listed on this page.

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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