Pixi vs Augustinus Bader
Pixi and Augustinus Bader are British and German skincare brands founded in 1999 and 2018, respectively. Pixi is beloved for its thoughtful range of toners, serums, eye products, and moisturizers, while Augustinus Bader is loved for its nourishing moisturizers, targeted serums, and soothing eye products. Both brands suit dry skin best, though the former also suits oily skin and the latter suits dry sensitive skin. They differ through their distinct offerings, with the British brand delivering targeted daily support and the German brand working harmoniously to support the complexion with measured, graceful efficacy.
Pixi is a British skincare brand founded in 1999.
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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 Pixi and Augustinus Bader products; for every product of both brands, with a fit score for your own skin, use the Lovi app.
Popular Pixi vs Augustinus Bader products
People Say
Radiance and Glow Mostly MentionedMostly Mentioned
- “gives instant glow — Pixi Glow Tonic”
- “Skin is noticeably brighter — Pixi Glow Peel Pads”
- “Instant youthful glow — Augustinus Bader The Rich Cream”
- “Instantly hydrated — Augustinus Bader The Face Oil”
Lightweight and Fast-Absorbing Often MentionedMostly Mentioned
- “light but nourishing — Augustinus Bader The Cream”
- “sinks in instantly — Augustinus Bader The Serum”
- “light gel texture — Augustinus Bader The Eye Cream”
- “Absorbs quickly — Pixi Hydrating Milky Mist”
Hydration and Plumping Mostly MentionedOften Mentioned
- “Instant surge of hydration — Pixi Hydrating Milky Mist”
- “deeply hydrates and balances — Pixi Antioxidant Tonic”
- “leaves under-eyes super soft — Pixi DetoxifEYE Depuffing Eye Patches”
- “Extremely dry skin saved — Augustinus Bader The Rich Cream”
Texture Improvement and Smoothing Sometimes NotedMostly Mentioned
- “Softens fine lines — Augustinus Bader The Rich Cream”
- “skin felt noticeably firmer — Augustinus Bader The Serum”
- “crow's feet softened — Augustinus Bader The Eye Cream”
- “Skin feels incredible, so smooth — Pixi Glow Peel Pads”
Fragrance and Scent Often MentionedNot noted
- “smells like fresh roses — Pixi Rose Oil Blend”
- “lovely subtle rose scent — Pixi Rose Tonic”
- “Smells fresh — Pixi Hydrating Milky Mist”
Soothing and Calming Often MentionedRarely Noted
- “instantly cooling upon application — Pixi DetoxifEYE Depuffing Eye Patches”
- “calms my redness instantly — Pixi Rose Tonic”
- “knocks my redness down — Pixi Antioxidant Tonic”
- “calms redness — Augustinus Bader The Cream”
Price and Value Concerns Sometimes NotedMostly Mentioned
- “Bottle is too small — Pixi Hydrating Milky Mist”
- “Slight downside is the price — Pixi Glow Peel Pads”
- “bottle is very small — Pixi Rose Oil Blend”
Packaging and Dispensing Issues Often MentionedOften Mentioned
- “slippery and won't stay put — Pixi DetoxifEYE Depuffing Eye Patches”
- “Spits large droplets — Pixi Hydrating Milky Mist”
- “excessive packaging — Augustinus Bader The Serum”
- “pump clogs easily — Augustinus Bader The Eye Cream”
Strong or Unpleasant Scent Often MentionedSometimes Noted
- “Smells like old crayons — Augustinus Bader The Rich Cream”
- “Smells like vegetable oil — Augustinus Bader The Face Oil”
- “smell is overpowering — Pixi Glow Tonic”
Breakouts and Skin Irritation Sometimes NotedSometimes Noted
- “burned my face — Pixi Glow Tonic”
- “Not for those with super-sensitive skin — Pixi Glow Peel Pads”
- “Caused cystic acne — Augustinus Bader The Rich Cream”
- “bumps on forehead — Augustinus Bader The Cream”
Pixi vs Augustinus Bader routines for dry skin
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Cleanser
CeraVe Hydrating Facial Cleanser
Morning · Evening · Once a week
CA$20.19
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Hydrating Toner
Dear, Klairs Supple Preparation Unscented Toner
Morning
CA$27.99
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Moisturizer
The Rich Cream
Morning · Evening · Once a week
CA$371.66
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SPF
d'Alba Piedmont Waterfull Mild Sunscreen
Morning
CA$38.00
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Pre-Cleanser
MISSHA Ultra Hyalon Cleansing Cream
Evening · Once a week
CA$17.99
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Serum or Treatment
SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Poremizing Fresh Ampoule
Evening · Once a week
CA$22.09
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Nourishing Mask
MEDIHEAL Vita Essential Mask
Once a week
CA$29.99
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Cleanser
CeraVe Hydrating Facial Cleanser
Morning · Evening · Once a week
CA$20.19
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Hydrating Toner
Hydrating Milky Mist
Morning
CA$27.00
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Moisturizer
Tata Harper Repairative Moisturizer
Morning · Evening · Once a week
CA$162.00
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SPF
d'Alba Piedmont Waterfull Mild Sunscreen
Morning
CA$38.00
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Pre-Cleanser
MISSHA Ultra Hyalon Cleansing Cream
Evening · Once a week
CA$17.99
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Serum or Treatment
Vitamin-C Serum
Evening · Once a week
CA$37.00
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Nourishing Mask
MEDIHEAL Vita Essential Mask
Once a week
CA$29.99
Buy Augustinus Bader routine · CA$527.91 · 98% fit
Buy Pixi routine · CA$295.17 · 94% fitSee multi-brand routine · 99% fit
Pixi vs Augustinus Bader routines for oily skin
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Cleanser
CeraVe Foaming Facial Cleanser
Morning · Evening · Once a week
CA$20.96
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Hydrating Toner
Retinol Tonic
Morning · Once a week
CA$22.00
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Moisturizer
COSRX Oil-Free Ultra-Moisturizing Lotion (with Birch Sap)
Morning · Evening · Once a week
CA$29.98
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SPF
La Roche-Posay Anthelios Clear Skin Dry Touch Sunscreen SPF 60
Morning
CA$35.95
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Pre-Cleanser
Pyunkang Yul Deep Cleansing Oil
Evening · Once a week
CA$23.99
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Cleansing Toner
Glow Tonic
Evening
CA$28.90
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Serum or Treatment
Vitamin-C Serum
Evening · Once a week
CA$37.00
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Enzyme Powder
Dermalogica Daily Microfoliant
Once a week
CA$29.50
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Cleansing Mask
Tatcha The Clarifying Clay Mask
Once a week
CA$95.00
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Cleanser
CeraVe Foaming Facial Cleanser
Morning · Evening · Once a week
CA$20.96
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Hydrating Toner
Paula's Choice Skin Balancing Pore-Reducing Toner
Morning · Once a week
CA$37.60
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Moisturizer
The Eye Cream
Morning · Evening · Once a week
CA$380.38
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SPF
La Roche-Posay Anthelios Clear Skin Dry Touch Sunscreen SPF 60
Morning
CA$35.95
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Pre-Cleanser
Pyunkang Yul Deep Cleansing Oil
Evening · Once a week
CA$23.99
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Cleansing Toner
Pixi Glow Tonic
Evening
CA$28.90
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Serum or Treatment
The Ordinary Niacinamide 10% + Zinc 1%
Evening · Once a week
CA$6.60
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Enzyme Powder
Dermalogica Daily Microfoliant
Once a week
CA$29.50
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Cleansing Mask
Tatcha The Clarifying Clay Mask
Once a week
CA$95.00
Buy Pixi routine · CA$264.28 · 94% fit
Buy Augustinus Bader routine · CA$658.88 · 94% fitSee multi-brand routine · 96% fit
Pixi vs Augustinus Bader routines for combination skin
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Cleanser
Fresh Soy Face Cleanser
Morning · Evening · Once a week
CA$44.95
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Hydrating Toner
Retinol Tonic
Morning · Once a week
CA$22.00
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Moisturizer
COSRX Oil-Free Ultra-Moisturizing Lotion (with Birch Sap)
Morning · Evening · Once a week
CA$29.98
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SPF
CeraVe AM Facial Moisturizing Lotion SPF 30
Morning
CA$20.96
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Pre-Cleanser
Pyunkang Yul Deep Cleansing Oil
Evening · Once a week
CA$23.99
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Cleansing Toner
Glow Tonic
Evening
CA$28.90
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Serum or Treatment
Vitamin-C Serum
Evening · Once a week
CA$37.00
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Enzyme Powder
Dermalogica Daily Microfoliant
Once a week
CA$29.50
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Cleansing Mask
Origins Original Skin Retexturizing Mask with Rose Clay
Once a week
CA$50.00
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Cleanser
Fresh Soy Face Cleanser
Morning · Evening · Once a week
CA$44.95
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Hydrating Toner
Paula's Choice Skin Balancing Pore-Reducing Toner
Morning · Once a week
CA$37.60
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Moisturizer
The Eye Cream
Morning · Evening · Once a week
CA$380.38
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SPF
CeraVe AM Facial Moisturizing Lotion SPF 30
Morning
CA$20.96
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Pre-Cleanser
Pyunkang Yul Deep Cleansing Oil
Evening · Once a week
CA$23.99
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Cleansing Toner
Medicube Zero Pore Pad 2.0
Evening
CA$31.99
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Serum or Treatment
The Ordinary Niacinamide 10% + Zinc 1%
Evening · Once a week
CA$6.60
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Enzyme Powder
Dermalogica Daily Microfoliant
Once a week
CA$29.50
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Cleansing Mask
Origins Original Skin Retexturizing Mask with Rose Clay
Once a week
CA$50.00
Buy Pixi routine · CA$228.28 · 93% fit
Buy Augustinus Bader routine · CA$625.97 · 93% fitSee multi-brand routine · 96% fit
Questions and answers
Pixi or Augustinus Bader: which is better?
Both Pixi and Augustinus Bader achieve a Superior Lovi routine fit across all skin types on this page. Reviewers report that Pixi offers deep hydration and soothing toners, whereas Augustinus Bader provides lightweight moisturizers and texture improvement.
What is the difference between Pixi and Augustinus Bader?
Pixi offers a wide range of affordable toners and serums with key ingredients like aloe vera and hyaluronic acid, whereas Augustinus Bader features luxurious, fragrance-free moisturizers built around its signature TFC8. Reviewers find that Pixi delivers great hydration and soothing benefits, while Augustinus Bader helps improve skin texture and provides lightweight moisture.
Journal of Pharmacy & Pharmaceutical Sciences, 2015Iranian Journal of Medical Sciences, 2019
Pixi or Augustinus Bader for dry skin?
Both Pixi and Augustinus Bader achieve a Superior Lovi fit level for dry skin. Reviewers note that Pixi helps provide deep hydration, while Augustinus Bader offers luxurious moisturizers.
Pixi or Augustinus Bader: which moisturizer is better?
When comparing moisturizers, Pixi offers products on this page like Rose Oil Blend with a High fit level for dry skin, while Augustinus Bader features options like The Rich Cream with a Superior fit level for dry skin. Reviewers note that Augustinus Bader is better for lightweight moisturizers, whereas Pixi provides deep hydration.
Which is more affordable, Pixi or Augustinus Bader?
Pixi is more affordable, whereas Augustinus Bader faces extreme price concerns among reviewers.
Which brand has more fragrance concerns, Pixi or Augustinus Bader?
Pixi has more fragrance concerns than Augustinus Bader, as reviewers often note strong fragrance and scent issues for Pixi products on this page while Augustinus Bader lists no fragrance in any of its products.
Pixi or Augustinus Bader for treating dark spots?
Both Pixi and Augustinus Bader provide products on this page that achieve a High fit level for skin with dark spots. Pixi also features items like Retinol Tonic and Glow Peel Pads that reach a Superior fit level for this concern.
Pixi or Augustinus Bader for oily skin?
Both Pixi and Augustinus Bader achieve a Superior Lovi fit level for oily skin. Pixi offers budget-friendly toners and serums like Glow Tonic, while Augustinus Bader provides luxury moisturizers and serums.
Pixi or Augustinus Bader for sensitive skin?
Both Pixi and Augustinus Bader achieve a Superior Lovi fit level for sensitive skin. Pixi offers gentle and soothing toners, while Augustinus Bader provides fragrance-free formulations across the products on this page.
Pixi or Augustinus Bader for acne-prone skin?
Both Pixi and Augustinus Bader achieve a Superior routine fit for acne-prone skin on the products on this page. Pixi features key ingredients like aloe vera, which helps soothe skin, and reviewers frequently mention its gentle toners.
Pixi or Augustinus Bader for mature skin?
Both Pixi and Augustinus Bader achieve a Superior Lovi fit level for mature skin with the products on this page. Pixi features key ingredients like aloe vera and hyaluronic acid, while Augustinus Bader centers its formulation on TFC8.
Iranian Journal of Medical Sciences, 2019Journal of Pharmacy & Pharmaceutical Sciences, 2015
Research behind their key ingredients
The Effect of Aloe Vera Clinical Trials on Prevention and Healing of Skin Wound: A Systematic Review
Molecular basis of retinol anti-ageing properties in naturally aged human skin in vivo
Resveratrol as a Multifunctional Topical Hypopigmenting Agent
Vitamin C-squalene bioconjugate promotes epidermal thickening and collagen production in human skin
Fermented pomegranate extracts protect against oxidative stress and aging of skin
A Rose Extract Protects the Skin against Stress Mediators: A Potential Role of Olfactory Receptors
Design and in vivo evaluation of emulgel formulations including green tea extract and rose oil
Topical Almond Oil for Prevention of Pressure Injuries: A Single-Blinded Comparison Study
Clinical study of a spray containing birch juice for repairing sensitive skin
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.
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Co-founder, Medical Director
Cosmetic chemist, cosmetologist, aesthetic products developer
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Co-founder, CEO and CTO
PhD in computer science, 3x US patent holder, ex-Google, ex-Yandex
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Dr. Sofía Perea Pérez, MD, MSc
Medical Board
Aesthetic medicine practitioner, MSc in Longevity and Anti-Aging Medicine
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Medical Board
Specialist dermatologist, MBBS, MD, IFAAD
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Medical Board
Cosmetic chemist, SCS, IFSCC member
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Medical Board, Medical Advisor
Dermatology MD
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Elina Nazarenko, MD
Medical Board
Dermatology and diagnostic consultant
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Victoria Derkova, MS
Medical Board
Cosmetic chemist, cosmetic development technologist
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