Malin + Goetz skincare

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

Malin + Goetz is an American skincare brand founded in 2004 and owned by Manzanita Capital since 2015.

Malin + Goetz is widely loved for its thoughtful moisturizers and streamlined formulas. Its products suit sensitive skin best because of their gentle, balancing approach. The standout products for particular concerns include the Recovery Treatment Oil for acne-prone skin. Together, these carefully crafted items offer a reliable foundation for daily routines.

Cruelty-free · PETA

This page covers some of the most popular Malin + Goetz products; for the whole Malin + Goetz range, with a fit score for every product, use the Lovi app.

Malin + Goetz moisturizers

Recovery Treatment Oil

Questions and answers

Is Malin + Goetz worth it?

Yes, Malin + Goetz is worth it, as Lovi rates its routines Superior for dry, oily, sensitive, combination, and acne-prone skin. Additionally, the Malin + Goetz products on this page list no fragrance in their ingredients.

What are Malin + Goetz's best products?

The Malin + Goetz products on this page do not include complete brand-focused routines, but the Recovery Treatment Oil is available and rates High for dry skin, mature skin, and dark spots. Lovi rates the Malin + Goetz-focused routines Superior for dry, oily, sensitive, combination, and acne-prone skin.

Which Malin + Goetz moisturizer is best for dry skin?

Recovery Treatment Oil is the best choice for dry skin, as Lovi rates it High for this skin type.

Does Malin + Goetz cause breakouts?

Malin + Goetz is unlikely to cause breakouts, as Lovi rates the brand-focused routine Superior for acne-prone skin. The Recovery Treatment Oil on this page has an Average fit for acne-prone skin.

Is Malin + Goetz fragrance-free?

Yes, every one of the Malin + Goetz products on this page is formulated without fragrance. This means shoppers looking to avoid scents can safely use these items to keep their skin calm.

What are the key ingredients in Malin + Goetz products?

Malin + Goetz products on this page include key ingredients like squalane and tocopherol, which help keep dry skin soft and smooth. Tocopherol helps brighten skin with dark spots. Squalane and argan oil help hydrate dry skin.

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How do I build a Malin + Goetz skincare routine?

To build a Malin + Goetz routine, you can use the Recovery Treatment Oil, which Lovi rates High for dry skin and dry sensitive skin. Every Malin + Goetz product on this page also lists no fragrance in its ingredients.

What are good alternatives to Malin + Goetz?

Good alternatives to Malin + Goetz include CeraVe, Cetaphil, Paula's Choice, Neutrogena, Kiehl's, and Dermalogica. These similar skincare brands also have dedicated pages on Lovi for comparison.

Malin + Goetz vs CeraVe: which is better?

Malin + Goetz and CeraVe both achieve a Superior fit for dry, oily, sensitive, combination, and acne-prone skin types. Lovi rates the Malin + Goetz-focused routine Superior across all these skin types, matching the top-tier performance of CeraVe.

Who owns Malin + Goetz, and where is it from?

Malin + Goetz is an American brand founded in 2004, owned by Manzanita Capital since 2015.

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Is Malin + Goetz cruelty-free?

Yes: PETA lists Malin + Goetz as cruelty-free.

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Research behind Malin + Goetz's key ingredients

Anti-aging and brightening effects of a topical treatment containing vitamin C, vitamin E, and raspberry leaf cell culture extract: A split-face, randomized controlled trial
Tocopherol · Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2020
Vitamin C-squalene bioconjugate promotes epidermal thickening and collagen production in human skin
Squalane · Scientific Reports, 2020
Effect of a topical antioxidant serum containing vitamin C, vitamin E, and ferulic acid after Q-switched 1064-nm Nd:YAG laser for treatment of environment-induced skin pigmentation
Tocopherol · Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2020
Design, characterization, and clinical evaluation of argan oil nanostructured lipid carriers to improve skin hydration
Argania spinosa kernel oil · International Journal of Nanomedicine, 2014
Preparation and evaluation of anti-wrinkle cream containing saffron extract and avocado oil
Persea gratissima oil avocado oil · Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2020

1 more study

Effect of an Emollient Emulsion Containing 15.0% of Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride on the Urocanic Acid of the Stratum Corneum
Caprylic capric triglyceride · Life, 2023

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Behind these ratings

Lovi rates every product from its 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

Co-founder, Medical Director

Cosmetic chemist, cosmetologist, aesthetic products developer
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

Medical Board

Aesthetic medicine practitioner, MSc in Longevity and Anti-Aging Medicine
Aishani Shah, MD

Medical Board

Specialist dermatologist, MBBS, MD, IFAAD
Asya Zubkova, MS

Medical Board

Cosmetic chemist, SCS, IFSCC member
Hanna Kurets, MD

Medical Board, Medical Advisor

Dermatology MD
Elina Nazarenko, MD

Medical Board

Dermatology and diagnostic consultant
Victoria Derkova, MS

Medical Board

Cosmetic chemist, cosmetic development technologist