# Heliocare vs SKIN&CO

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Heliocare and SKIN&CO are distinct skincare collections that offer specialized daily solutions for different complexions. The Spanish sunscreens from the first brand feature advanced formulas and fast-absorbing textures that suit sensitive, oily, and blemish-prone skin best, while the second brand is loved for its deeply nourishing moisturizers and expertly crafted formulas that suit dry, normal, and combination skin best. Acne-prone users often choose the 360° Gel Oil-Free SPF 50+ from the former or the Truffle Therapy [Serum](https://lovi.care/skincare/ca/ingredients/serum) from the latter. Ultimately, they differ through their targeted defense versus balanced composition.

Heliocare is a Spanish skincare brand founded in 2001 and owned by Cantabria Labs.

This page compares some of the most popular Heliocare and SKIN&CO products; for every product of both brands, with a fit score for your own skin, [use the Lovi app](https://app.pora.ai/vqqJ/j1xj2b6o?af_sub2=compare&af_sub3=selection_note&af_sub4=pg0cd5fffece).

### Popular Heliocare vs SKIN&CO products

#### Heliocare

- [360° Gel Oil-Free SPF 50+](https://lovi.care/skincare/ca/p/heliocare/360-gel-oil-free-spf-50/for/dark-spots) — High fit

#### SKIN&CO

- [Truffle Therapy Serum](https://lovi.care/skincare/ca/p/skin-and-co/truffle-therapy-serum/for/dry-skin) — Average fit

## Questions and answers

### Heliocare or SKIN&CO: which is better?

Heliocare gives a High Lovi fit for most skin types on this page, whereas SKIN&CO earns an Average fit across the board.

### What is the difference between Heliocare and SKIN&CO?

Heliocare achieves a High fit on Lovi for oily, acne-prone, and sensitive skin with its sunscreen, whereas SKIN&CO earns an Average fit for those same skin types with its moisturizer. Both products on this page include fragrance.

### Which is more affordable, Heliocare or SKIN&CO?

Neither Heliocare nor SKIN&CO lists pricing information for the products on this page.

### Which causes fewer breakouts, Heliocare or SKIN&CO?

Heliocare gives a High Lovi fit for acne-prone and oily acne-prone skin with its 360° Gel Oil-Free SPF 50+, whereas SKIN&CO earns an Average fit for those skin types with its Truffle Therapy [Serum](https://lovi.care/skincare/ca/ingredients/serum).

### Which brand was founded earlier, Heliocare or SKIN&CO?

Heliocare was founded earlier, in 2001, while SKIN&CO was founded in 2008.

### Are the products from Heliocare and SKIN&CO both formulated with fragrance?

Yes, both Heliocare and SKIN&CO include fragrance in the products on this page.

### How does the Lovi fit level for dry skin compare between Heliocare's sunscreen and SKIN&CO's serum?

For dry skin, Heliocare's sunscreen has a Low Lovi fit level, whereas SKIN&CO's serum has an Average fit level.

## Research behind their key ingredients

- [A topical antioxidant solution containing vitamins C and E stabilized by ferulic acid provides protection for human skin against damage caused by ultraviolet irradiation](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/18603326/) Ferulic acid · Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology, 2008
- [Protective effects of a topical antioxidant mixture containing vitamin C, ferulic acid, and phloretin against ultraviolet-induced photodamage in human skin](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/19146606/) Ferulic acid · Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2008
- [Topical or oral administration with an extract of Polypodium leucotomos prevents acute sunburn and psoralen-induced phototoxic reactions as well as depletion of Langerhans cells in human skin](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/9361129/) Polypodium leucotomos leaf extract · Photodermatology, Photoimmunology & Photomedicine, 1997
- [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](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/32052907/) Ferulic acid · Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2020
- [Inhibition of ultraviolet-induced formation of reactive oxygen species, lipid peroxidation, erythema and skin photosensitization by polypodium leucotomos](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/8897589/) Polypodium leucotomos leaf extract · Photodermatology, Photoimmunology & Photomedicine, 1996
- [The 24-hour skin hydration and barrier function effects of a hyaluronic 1%, glycerin 5%, and Centella asiatica stem cells extract moisturizing fluid: an intra-subject, randomized, assessor-blinded study](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/28860834/) Glycerin · Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology, 2017
- [Clinical Development and Evaluation of a Multi-Component Dissolving Microneedle Patch for Skin Pigmentation Disorders](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37571190/) 3-o-ethyl ascorbic acid · Polymers, 2023
- [Fractional microneedle radiofrequency with the application of vitamin C, E, and ferulic acid serum for neck skin rejuvenation: a prospective, double-blinded, split-neck, placebo-controlled trial](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/40464749/) Ferulic acid · The Journal of Dermatological Treatment, 2025
- [Antioxidant and membrane-protective effects of the 3-O-ethyl ascorbic acid-cannabigerol system on UVB-irradiated human keratinocytes](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/39778604/) 3-o-ethyl ascorbic acid · Free Radical Biology & Medicine, 2025
- [Study of the soothing effects of troxerutin in alleviating skin sensitivity](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/38720512/) Troxerutin · Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2024

## The brands

- Spanish skincare: [Heliocare](https://lovi.care/skincare/ca/brands/heliocare)
- Skincare: [SKIN&CO](https://lovi.care/skincare/ca/brands/skin-and-co)

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## About the Lovi Fit

Lovi: Unbiased, science-based skincare AI trained on real user outcomes.

Lovi compares products by their fit scores, calculated from the full ingredient list with brand-independent rules its 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. Levels from best to worst: Superior, High, Average, Low, Caution, Warning.

Behind this comparison: Nadia Kapleva, MS (Co-founder, Medical Director); Alexey Shagraev, PhD (Co-founder, CEO and CTO); Dr. Sofía Perea Pérez, MD, MSc (Medical Board); Aishani Shah, MD (Medical Board); Asya Zubkova, MS (Medical Board); Hanna Kurets, MD (Medical Board, Medical Advisor); Elina Nazarenko, MD (Medical Board); Victoria Derkova, MS (Medical Board).

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