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ISDIN vs Augustinus Bader

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ISDIN and Augustinus Bader are distinguished skincare brands that offer sophisticated moisturizers, advanced sunscreens, targeted serums, and soothing eye products. The Spanish brand founded in 1975 and owned by Puig is driven by meticulously engineered formulas, whereas the German brand founded in 2018 is loved for its unique compositions. Products from both suit sensitive skin, mature skin, and oily acne-prone skin best. They differ primarily in their standout options, with the former providing Fusion Water, Eryfotona Actinica, and K-Ox Eyes, and the latter featuring The Serum, The Eye Cream, and The Rich Cream to address specific concerns.

ISDIN is a Spanish skincare brand founded in 1975 and owned by Puig.

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Augustinus Bader is a German skincare brand founded in 2018.

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

Popular ISDIN vs Augustinus Bader products

People Say

ISDINAugustinus Bader
  • 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”
    • “light but nourishing — Augustinus Bader The Cream”
    • “sinks in instantly — Augustinus Bader The Serum”
  • Hydrating and Smoothing Mostly MentionedMostly Mentioned
    • “Improved moisture and texture — ISDIN Hyaluronic Moisture”
    • “skin looks smooth and healthy — ISDIN K-Ox Eyes”
    • “Instantly hydrated — Augustinus Bader The Face Oil”
    • “Extremely dry skin saved — Augustinus Bader The Rich Cream”
  • Repairs Sun Damage and Brightens Skin Often MentionedMostly Mentioned
    • “Instant youthful glow — Augustinus Bader The Rich Cream”
    • “skin is smoother — Augustinus Bader The Cream”
    • “healthy glow — Augustinus Bader The Serum”
    • “My hyperpigmentation has lightened and skin looks more even, even shines more. — ISDIN Flavo-C Serum”
  • Sensitive Skin Friendly and Gentle Often MentionedRarely Noted
    • “Sensitive/reactive skin tolerates — ISDIN Hyaluronic Moisture”
    • “no excessive exfoliation — ISDIN Retinal Intense Serum”
    • “doesn't sting eyes — ISDIN Eryfotona Actinica”
    • “calms redness — Augustinus Bader The Cream”
  • Makeup Compatibility Often MentionedRarely Noted
    • “acts like a primer — ISDIN Eryfotona Actinica”
    • “My skin felt sooo hydrated and looks so plump and dewey. — ISDIN Fusion Water”
    • “Great under makeup — ISDIN Hyaluronic Concentrate”
    • “concealer blends perfectly — Augustinus Bader The Eye Cream”
  • Texture Improvement Not notedOften Mentioned
    • “Softens fine lines — Augustinus Bader The Rich Cream”
    • “skin felt noticeably firmer — Augustinus Bader The Serum”
    • “Smoother skin — Augustinus Bader The Face Oil”
  • High Price Point Often MentionedMostly Mentioned
    • “very expensive — ISDIN Eryfotona Actinica”
    • “My only wish is that ISDIN would make this product in a bigger size bottle. — ISDIN Fusion Water”
    • “high cost — ISDIN K-Ox Eyes”
  • Lack of Results or Slow Efficacy Sometimes NotedOften Mentioned
    • “don't see result — ISDIN K-Ox Eyes”
    • “Not hydrating enough in winter — ISDIN Hyaluronic Concentrate”
    • “no noticeable changes yet — ISDIN Retinal Intense Serum”
    • “didn't see dramatic results — Augustinus Bader The Cream”
  • Strong Fragrance and Scent Issues Often MentionedSometimes Noted
    • “Smells like old crayons — Augustinus Bader The Rich Cream”
    • “Smells like vegetable oil — Augustinus Bader The Face Oil”
    • “smell is overpowering — ISDIN Eryfotona Actinica”

ISDIN vs Augustinus Bader routines for dry skin

Buy ISDIN routine · A$223.48 · 94% fitBuy Augustinus Bader routine · A$1,207.97 · 92% fitSee multi-brand routine · 97% fit

ISDIN vs Augustinus Bader routines for oily skin

Buy ISDIN routine · A$440.85 · 94% fitBuy Augustinus Bader routine · A$1,428.44 · 91% fitSee multi-brand routine · 96% fit

ISDIN vs Augustinus Bader routines for combination skin

Buy ISDIN routine · A$384.33 · 93% fitBuy Augustinus Bader routine · A$1,371.92 · 91% fitSee multi-brand routine · 95% fit

Questions and answers

ISDIN or Augustinus Bader: which is better?

Both brands perform well, but ISDIN is a Superior fit for sensitive skin on Lovi, while Augustinus Bader is a High fit.

What is the difference between ISDIN and Augustinus Bader?

ISDIN is a Spanish brand founded in 1975 that has a Lovi fit level of Superior for sensitive skin, whereas Augustinus Bader is a younger German brand founded in 2018 with a High fit level for sensitive skin. Reviewers note that ISDIN excels in makeup compatibility and gentle formulas, while Augustinus Bader is better known for its luxury textures and radiance.

ISDIN or Augustinus Bader for dry skin?

Both ISDIN and Augustinus Bader reach a Superior Lovi fit for dry skin with the products on this page. Reviewers note that ISDIN offers ultralight sunscreens and lightweight moisturizers, while Augustinus Bader is known for deep hydration and a luxurious feel.

ISDIN or Augustinus Bader: which moisturizer is better?

Both brands offer moisturizers with varying results, as ISDIN features lightweight options like Hyaluronic Concentrate with a High fit for sensitive skin, while Augustinus Bader includes rich formulas like The Rich Cream with a Superior fit for dry skin.

Which is more affordable, ISDIN or Augustinus Bader?

ISDIN is generally more affordable than Augustinus Bader, as reviewers often note Augustinus Bader for its extreme price point while mentioning high price mainly as a standalone con for ISDIN.

ISDIN or Augustinus Bader: which brand offers better makeup compatibility?

ISDIN offers better makeup compatibility, with ultralight sunscreens that reviewers mostly mention as makeup-friendly.

ISDIN or Augustinus Bader: which is better for sensitive skin friendliness and gentleness?

ISDIN is better for sensitive skin friendliness and gentle care, as the products on this page achieve a Superior Lovi fit for sensitive skin compared to Augustinus Bader's High fit level.

ISDIN or Augustinus Bader: which performs better for repairing sun damage and brightening skin?

Augustinus Bader performs better for repairing sun damage and brightening skin compared to ISDIN among the products on this page.

ISDIN or Augustinus Bader for oily skin?

Both ISDIN and Augustinus Bader reach a Superior Lovi fit level for oily skin. Reviewers note that the products on this page for both brands offer ultralight or lightweight moisturizers and a fast-absorbing texture.

ISDIN or Augustinus Bader for sensitive skin?

ISDIN has a Superior Lovi fit level for sensitive skin, while Augustinus Bader reaches a High fit level. Reviewers note that ISDIN is sensitive-skin friendly and gentle, though some products on this page list fragrance.

ISDIN or Augustinus Bader for acne-prone skin?

Both brands achieve a Superior Lovi fit level for acne-prone skin. ISDIN is recognized for its sensitive skin friendliness, while Augustinus Bader is noted for texture improvement.

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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