# Skintific vs Trilogy

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Skintific and Trilogy are thoughtful brands known for their reliable daily care and high-performing formulas. The first brand offers targeted moisturizers, potent [serums](https://lovi.care/skincare/ca/ingredients/serum), and protective sunscreens, while the second provides thoughtful moisturizers and gentle cleansers. Both brands suit dry skin best, though the former also supports dry sensitive skin, and the latter accommodates balanced and sensitive skin types. They differ primarily in their specific offerings and formulations, such as the former using ceramide, sunscreen mist, and [mugwort](https://lovi.care/skincare/ca/ingredients/mugwort) ingredients, while the latter centers on [vitamin c](https://lovi.care/skincare/ca/ingredients/vitamin-c), [rosehip](https://lovi.care/skincare/ca/ingredients/rosehip-oil), and line smoothing components.

This page compares some of the most popular Skintific and Trilogy 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=pg333feb0736).

### Popular Skintific vs Trilogy products

#### Trilogy

- [Rosehip Cream Cleanser](https://lovi.care/skincare/ca/p/trilogy/rosehip-cream-cleanser/for/sensitive-skin) — High fit
- [Line Smoothing Day Cream](https://lovi.care/skincare/ca/p/trilogy/line-smoothing-day-cream/for/dry-skin) — High fit
- [Vitamin C Ceramide Night Cream](https://lovi.care/skincare/ca/p/trilogy/vitamin-c-ceramide-night-cream/for/mature-skin) — High fit

#### Skintific

- [5X Ceramide Barrier Moisture Gel](https://lovi.care/skincare/ca/p/skintific/5x-ceramide-barrier-moisture-gel/for/dry-sensitive-skin) — High fit
- [MUGWORT](https://lovi.care/skincare/ca/p/skintific/mugwort/for/dry-skin) — Average fit — [CA$18.23 at Amazon](https://www.amazon.ca/dp/B0DSJQM8PL?tag=lovi-care-web-product01-20&linkCode=osi&th=1&psc=1)
- [All Day Light Sunscreen Mist](https://lovi.care/skincare/ca/p/skintific/all-day-light-sunscreen-mist/for/dark-spots) — High fit
- [AHA BHA PHA LHA Peeling Solution](https://lovi.care/skincare/ca/p/skintific/aha-bha-pha-lha-peeling-solution/for/oily-acne-prone-skin) — High fit
- [MATE FIT](https://lovi.care/skincare/ca/p/skintific/mate-fit/for/oily-acne-prone-skin) — High fit

## People Say

Skintific

Trilogy

- Hydrating formula Not noted Mostly Mentioned “Keeps skin moisturized — Trilogy Vitamin C Ceramide Night Cream” “Leaves skin thoroughly moisturised — Trilogy Line Smoothing Day Cream” “Feels moisturizing — Trilogy Rosehip Cream Cleanser”
- Lightweight texture Mostly Mentioned Not noted “absorbs instantly — Skintific 5X Ceramide Barrier Moisture Gel” “super light and leaves a radiant glow — Skintific All Day Light Sunscreen Mist” “light as air — Skintific MATE FIT”
- Brightening and radiance Sometimes Noted Often Mentioned “Wake to a glowing complexion — Trilogy Vitamin C Ceramide Night Cream” “Tampak lebih cerah — Skintific AHA BHA PHA LHA Peeling Solution”
- Calms redness Often Mentioned Not noted “calm my acne instantly — Skintific MUGWORT” “redness berkurang — Skintific 5X Ceramide Barrier Moisture Gel”
- Repairs barrier and improves skin barrier Sometimes Noted Sometimes Noted “healed my skin barrier — Skintific 5X Ceramide Barrier Moisture Gel” “Supports regeneration of healthy skin barrier — Trilogy Vitamin C Ceramide Night Cream”
- Controls oil and excellent oil control Often Mentioned Not noted “controls shine for 8 hours — Skintific MATE FIT” “oil control is good — Skintific 5X Ceramide Barrier Moisture Gel”
- Scent dislike Sometimes Noted Sometimes Noted “Bau jamu/rempah — Skintific AHA BHA PHA LHA Peeling Solution” “smell put me off — Skintific MUGWORT” “If you are sensitive to fragrances, you might find it irritating — Trilogy Rosehip Cream Cleanser” “Scent is awful — Trilogy Line Smoothing Day Cream”
- Too thick, heavy, or oily Not noted Often Mentioned “A little bit too thick — Trilogy Vitamin C Ceramide Night Cream”

## Questions and answers

### Skintific or Trilogy: which is better?

Trilogy offers better hydrating and brightening formulas, whereas Skintific stands out for its lightweight texture, oil control, and ability to calm redness. Both brands perform equally well when it comes to repairing the skin barrier.

### What is the difference between Skintific and Trilogy?

Skintific stands out for its lightweight textures and oil control, whereas Trilogy is preferred for hydrating and brightening moisturizers. Both brands show equal performance in repairing the skin barrier and scent dislike.

### Skintific or Trilogy: which moisturizer is better?

Skintific is a better fit for lightweight texture and oil control, offering products like 5X Ceramide Barrier Moisture Gel, whereas Trilogy is better for hydrating and brightening moisturizers like [Vitamin C](https://lovi.care/skincare/ca/ingredients/vitamin-c) Ceramide Night Cream. Lovi rates the Skintific moisturizer as High for dry skin and dry sensitive skin, and the Trilogy moisturizer as High for mature skin and dry sensitive skin.

[Scientific Reports, 2022](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/35340018/) [International Journal of Dermatology, 2008](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/18717861/)

### Which is more affordable, Skintific or Trilogy?

The provided page facts do not mention or compare the prices of Skintific and Trilogy products, so it is not possible to determine which brand is more affordable.

### Which causes fewer breakouts, Skintific or Trilogy?

Skintific is better for controlling oil and features lightweight textures among the products on this page, which helps prevent breakouts. Trilogy formulas may feel too thick or heavy for some users, making Skintific the preferred choice for acne-prone skin.

### Which brand is better for dry skin, Skintific or Trilogy?

Trilogy offers a hydrating formula that is well suited for dry skin, and Lovi rates products like its [Rosehip](https://lovi.care/skincare/ca/ingredients/rosehip-oil) Cream Cleanser and Vitamin C Ceramide Night Cream as a High fit for this skin type. Skintific also has products on this page that are a High fit for dry skin, such as its 5X Ceramide Barrier Moisture Gel and All Day Light Sunscreen Mist.

[Scientific Reports, 2022](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/35340018/)

### How do the sunscreen and serum options compare between Skintific and Trilogy?

Skintific offers the All Day Light Sunscreen Mist and [serums](https://lovi.care/skincare/ca/ingredients/serum) like the AHA [BHA](https://lovi.care/skincare/ca/ingredients/salicylic-acid) PHA LHA Peeling Solution and MATE FIT, which fit skin types like oily acne-prone and combination skin with high ratings on Lovi, whereas Trilogy does not feature any sunscreen or serum products on this page.

### What do reviewers say about the hydration and scent of Skintific versus Trilogy products?

Trilogy does better for a hydrating formula, whereas reviewers mention scent dislikes equally for both brands.

## Research behind their key ingredients

- [Benefits of topical hyaluronic acid for skin quality and signs of skin aging: From literature review to clinical evidence](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/36200921/) Sodium hyaluronate · Dermatologic Therapy, 2022
- [Topical use of dexpanthenol in skin disorders](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/12113650/) Panthenol · American Journal of Clinical Dermatology, 2002
- [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](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/31975502/) Ascorbic acid · Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2020
- [Moisturizing and Antiinflammatory Properties of Cosmetic Formulations Containing Centella asiatica Extract](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/27168678/) Centella asiatica extract · Indian Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences, 2016
- [Topical Application of Centella asiatica in Wound Healing: Recent Insights into Mechanisms and Clinical Efficacy](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/39458583/) Centella asiatica extract · Pharmaceutics, 2024
- [Treatment of acne with a combination of propolis, tea tree oil, and Aloe vera compared to erythromycin cream: two double-blind investigations](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/30588129/) Aloe barbadensis leaf juice · Clinical Pharmacology, 2018
- [Alteration of barrier properties, stratum corneum ceramides and microbiome composition in response to lotion application on cosmetic dry skin](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/35340018/) Ceramide · Scientific Reports, 2022
- [Ceramide 1 and ceramide 3 act synergistically on skin hydration and the transepidermal water loss of sodium lauryl sulfate-irritated skin](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/18717861/) Ceramide np · International Journal of Dermatology, 2008
- [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/) Ascorbic acid · Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2020
- [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
- [A new topical panthenol-containing emollient: Results from two randomized controlled studies assessing its skin moisturization and barrier restoration potential, and the effect on skin microflora](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/27425824/) Panthenol · The Journal of Dermatological Treatment, 2017
- [A Double-Blinded, Randomized, Vehicle-Controlled Study of the Efficacy of Moisturizer Containing Licochalcone A, Decanediol, L-Carnitine, and Salicylic Acid for Prevention of Acne Relapse in Asian Population](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/33150170/) Salicylic acid · BioMed Research International, 2020
- [Microneedling by dermapen and glycolic acid peel for the treatment of acne scars: Comparative study](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/30548170/) Glycolic acid · Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2019
- [High molecular compounds (polysaccharides and proanthocyanidins) from Hamamelis virginiana bark: influence on human skin keratinocyte proliferation and differentiation and influence on irritated skin](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/11684194/) Witch hazel extract · Phytochemistry, 2001
- [Efficacy of a topical gel containing chitosan, chlorhexidine, allantoin and dexpanthenol for pain and inflammation control after third molar surgery: A randomized and placebo-controlled clinical trial](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/32683390/) Allantoin · Medicina Oral, Patologia Oral Y Cirugia Bucal, 2020
- [The efficacy of glycolic acid, salicylic acid, gluconolactone, and licochalcone A combined with 0.1% adapalene vs adapalene monotherapy in mild-to-moderate acne vulgaris: a double-blinded within-person comparative study](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/30858720/) Glycolic acid · Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology, 2019
- [Systematic Study of Paeonol/Madecassoside Co-Delivery Nanoemulsion Transdermal Delivery System for Enhancing Barrier Repair and Anti-Inflammatory Efficacy](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37446936/) Centella asiatica extract · Molecules, 2023
- [The pivotal role of Bifida Ferment Lysate on reinforcing the skin barrier function and maintaining homeostasis of skin defenses in vitro](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37218728/) Bifida ferment filtrate, Bifida lysate ferment · Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2023
- [Efficacy of a multitargeted, salicylic acid-based dermocosmetic cream compared to benzoyl peroxide 5% in Acne vulgaris: Results from a randomized study](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37941097/) Salicylic acid · Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2024
- [A Lipid Mixture Enriched by Ceramide NP with Fatty Acids of Diverse Chain Lengths Contributes to Restore the Skin Barrier Function Impaired by Topical Corticosteroid](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/34348350/) Ceramide np · Skin Pharmacology and Physiology, 2022
- [Clay jojoba oil facial mask for lesioned skin and mild acne--results of a prospective, observational pilot study](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/22585103/) Jojoba seed oil · Forschende Komplementarmedizin, 2012
- [A Salicylic Acid-Based Dermocosmetic is Effective as an Adjunct to Benzoyl Peroxide for Mild to Moderate Acne and as Monotherapy in Maintenance Post Benzoyl Peroxide](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/38051857/) Salicylic acid · Journal of Drugs in Dermatology, 2023
- [Efficacy and Tolerability of Topical Nicotinamide Plus Antibacterial Adhesive Agents and Zinc-Pyrrolidone Carboxylic Acid Versus Placebo as an Adjuvant Treatment for Moderate Acne Vulgaris in Indonesia: A Multicenter, Double-blind, Randomized, Controlled Trial](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/32983333/) Zinc pca · The Journal of Clinical and Aesthetic Dermatology, 2020
- [Topical application of jojoba (Simmondsia chinensis L.) wax enhances the synthesis of pro-collagen III and hyaluronic acid and reduces inflammation in the ex-vivo human skin organ culture model](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/38344180/) Jojoba seed oil · Frontiers in Pharmacology, 2024
- [In vivo and in vitro evaluation of octyl methoxycinnamate liposomes](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/24376350/) Ethylhexyl methoxycinnamate · International Journal of Nanomedicine, 2013
- [Lactobionic acid in a natural alkylpolyglucoside-based vehicle: assessing safety and efficacy aspects in comparison to glycolic acid](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/20367666/) Lactobionic acid · Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2010
- [Topical Almond Oil for Prevention of Pressure Injuries: A Single-Blinded Comparison Study](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/32379165/) Prunus amygdalus dulcis oil · Journal of Wound, Ostomy, and Continence Nursing, 2020
- [A randomized controlled trial to compare the effectiveness and safety of adsorbent lotion containing tapioca starch, spent grain wax, Butyrospermum parkii extract, argania spinosa kernel oil, aloe barbadensis, rosehip oil, and allantoin with a low-potency topical corticosteroid in the treatment of intertrigo](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/33811776/) Shea butter · Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2022
- [Evaluation of the Efficacy and Safety of a Panthenol-Enriched Mask for Skin Barrier Recovery After Facial Laser Treatment: Results of a Double-Blind Randomized Controlled Study](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/40613435/) Panthenol · Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2025
- [A 10% Lactobionic acid-containing moisturizer reduces skin surface pH without irritation-An in vivo/in vitro study](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/30859734/) Lactobionic acid · Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2019
- [Facial disbiosis and UV filters](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/39499337/) Ethylhexyl methoxycinnamate · Archives of Dermatological Research, 2024
- [Efficacy of a Topical Formulation on Skin Hydration and Barrier Function in Individuals With Xerosis: A 28-Day Randomized, Split-Leg, Untreated-Controlled Trial](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/42108609/) Dipotassium glycyrrhizate · Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2026
- [Low-temperature extracted Portulaca oleracea L. as a functional ingredient in facial masks for photorejuvenation of sensitive skin](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/41182319/) Portulaca oleracea extract · Cutaneous and Ocular Toxicology, 2025
- [Retrospective Review of Dermal Safety Studies of Organic Sunscreens](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/40911743/) Homosalate · Journal of Drugs in Dermatology, 2025
- [Efficacy and safety of combination cream of stimu-tex AS™ (spent grain wax, Argania Spinosa Kernel oil, Butyrospermum Parkii (shea butter) extract), and saccharide isomerate after fractional CO2 laser procedure: split-face, double blinded, randomized controlled trial](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/41134387/) Shea butter · Lasers in Medical Science, 2025
- [Monocentric, Vehicle-Controlled, Double-Blind Study to Assess the Short- and Long-Term Effects of a Ceramide NP C15-Containing Emollient on the Skin Microbiome and the Skin Barrier Function in Sensitive Skin](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/41758783/) Ceramide iii · Skin Pharmacology and Physiology, 2026

## The brands

- Skincare: [Skintific](https://lovi.care/skincare/ca/brands/skintific)
- Skincare: [Trilogy](https://lovi.care/skincare/ca/brands/trilogy)

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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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