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Skintific vs ISDIN

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Skintific and ISDIN are well-regarded skincare names offering thoughtful formulations spanning targeted moisturizers, potent serums, and protective sunscreens. The first brand is loved for its preparations that suit dry skin and dry sensitive skin best, while the Spanish brand founded in 1975 and owned by Puig suits dry skin and sensitive skin best, providing gentle daily comfort and dependable protection. Both differ in their exact offerings, as Skintific includes the All Day Light Sunscreen Mist, the 5X Ceramide Barrier Moisture Gel, and the MugsWort, whereas the second brand provides standout solutions such as the Fusion Water, the Eryfotona Actinica, and the K-Ox Eyes. Through these carefully crafted remedies, their offerings deliver reliable daily support that maintains a healthy and balanced complexion.

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

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

Popular Skintific vs ISDIN products

People Say

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  • Lightweight and non-greasy texture Mostly MentionedMostly Mentioned
    • “absorbs instantly — ISDIN Eryfotona Actinica”
    • “ultra-light fluid product, which makes it super easy to apply — ISDIN Fusion Water”
    • “Lightweight formula absorbs fast — ISDIN Hyaluronic Concentrate”
    • “absorbs instantly — Skintific 5X Ceramide Barrier Moisture Gel”
  • Smoother skin texture Sometimes NotedOften Mentioned
    • “skin looks smooth and healthy — ISDIN K-Ox Eyes”
    • “Skin feels intensely hydrated — ISDIN Hyaluronic Concentrate”
    • “I am more on a dehydrated side and this helps me look hydrated and smooth. — ISDIN Flavo-C Serum”
    • “Kulit terasa lebih halus — Skintific AHA BHA PHA LHA Peeling Solution”
  • Calms redness and irritation Mostly MentionedNot noted
    • “calm my acne instantly — Skintific MUGWORT”
    • “redness berkurang — Skintific 5X Ceramide Barrier Moisture Gel”
    • “good for acne prone — Skintific MATE FIT”
  • No white cast Often MentionedSometimes Noted
    • “invisible, no white cast — Skintific All Day Light Sunscreen Mist”
    • “no white cast — Skintific MATE FIT”
    • “doesn't leave you white as a ghost — ISDIN Fusion Water”
  • Gentle on sensitive skin Not notedOften Mentioned
    • “Sensitive/reactive skin tolerates — ISDIN Hyaluronic Moisture”
    • “no excessive exfoliation — ISDIN Retinal Intense Serum”
    • “doesn't sting eyes — ISDIN Eryfotona Actinica”
  • Brightening and radiance Sometimes NotedSometimes Noted
    • “Tampak lebih cerah — Skintific AHA BHA PHA LHA Peeling Solution”
    • “My hyperpigmentation has lightened and skin looks more even, even shines more. — ISDIN Flavo-C Serum”
    • “skin looks immediately luminous — ISDIN K-Ox Eyes”
  • Scent and fragrance dislike Often MentionedOften Mentioned
    • “scent is actually quite strong — Skintific All Day Light Sunscreen Mist”
    • “Bau jamu/rempah — Skintific AHA BHA PHA LHA Peeling Solution”
    • “smell is overpowering — ISDIN Eryfotona Actinica”
    • “lingering headache inducing effect — ISDIN K-Ox Eyes”
  • High price point Not notedOften Mentioned
    • “very expensive — ISDIN Eryfotona Actinica”
  • Strong tingling sensation and irritation Sometimes NotedRarely Noted
    • “mild redness or irritation — ISDIN K-Ox Eyes”
    • “I think the serum is too strong for my face as it has burned and left very rough and a peeling face. — ISDIN Flavo-C Serum”
    • “slight peeling — ISDIN Retinal Intense Serum”
    • “Panas banget di kulit — Skintific AHA BHA PHA LHA Peeling Solution”

Skintific vs ISDIN routines for dry skin

Buy Skintific routine · CA$174.48 · 95% fitBuy ISDIN routine · CA$393.15 · 94% fitSee multi-brand routine · 99% fit

Skintific vs ISDIN routines for oily skin

Buy Skintific routine · CA$296.73 · 91% fitBuy ISDIN routine · CA$400.92 · 91% fitSee multi-brand routine · 96% fit

Skintific vs ISDIN routines for combination skin

Buy Skintific routine · CA$263.82 · 92% fitBuy ISDIN routine · CA$383.00 · 92% fitSee multi-brand routine · 96% fit

Questions and answers

Skintific or ISDIN: which is better?

Both Skintific and ISDIN are great choices, as Lovi rates their routines as equally fit across all major skin types. However, ISDIN stands out for mature skin and dark spots with a Superior rating on products like Eryfotona Actinica, while Skintific offers fragrance-free formulas across all products on this page.

What is the difference between Skintific and ISDIN?

ISDIN often provides superior options for skin with dark spots, while Skintific tends to be gentler on a budget since ISDIN products are frequently noted for a high price point and strong fragrance. Reviewers also mention that Skintific does a better job with no white cast, whereas ISDIN is preferred for its lightweight and non-greasy texture.

Skintific or ISDIN for dry skin?

Both Skintific and ISDIN are a Superior fit for dry skin on Lovi. Skintific has no fragrance across all products on this page, whereas ISDIN uses fragrance in some formulas.

Skintific or ISDIN: which moisturizer is better?

Both Skintific and ISDIN offer moisturizers with good everyday options, though the products on this page vary in their fit for specific skin types. For instance, Skintific's 5X Ceramide Barrier Moisture Gel achieves a High fit for dry skin, while ISDIN's Hyaluronic Concentrate reaches a High fit for sensitive skin.

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Which is more affordable, Skintific or ISDIN?

Skintific is more affordable, as ISDIN has a high price point that is often noted by reviewers.

Skintific or ISDIN: which has better options for skin with dark spots?

ISDIN offers better options for skin with dark spots, as Lovi rates its Eryfotona Actinica as Superior for this concern compared to Skintific's High ratings on this page.

Which brand has products with no fragrance, Skintific or ISDIN?

Every product in the Skintific range on this page lists no fragrance in its ingredients, whereas ISDIN has fragrance in 5 of its 8 products.

Skintific or ISDIN: which brand calms redness and irritation better?

Skintific calms redness and irritation better than ISDIN according to shopper review themes on this page.

Skintific or ISDIN for oily skin?

Both Skintific and ISDIN are well-suited for oily skin, as Lovi rates their routines as Superior for this skin type. Skintific products on this page list no fragrance, whereas 5 of 8 ISDIN products contain fragrance.

Skintific or ISDIN: which sunscreen is better?

Both brands offer solid sunscreen options, but ISDIN stands out with Superior Lovi fit levels for specific needs like mature skin and dark spots in products like Eryfotona Actinica. Meanwhile, Skintific's All Day Light Sunscreen Mist achieves a High Lovi fit across all listed skin types and has no added fragrance.

Skintific or ISDIN for sensitive skin?

Both Skintific and ISDIN achieve a Superior routine fit level for sensitive skin, though reviewers note that ISDIN is especially gentle on sensitive skin while Skintific products on this page list no added fragrance.

Skintific or ISDIN for acne-prone skin?

Both Skintific and ISDIN are great for acne-prone skin, as Lovi rates their routines as Superior for this skin type. Skintific has fragrance-free products on this page, while some ISDIN products may contain fragrance.

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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