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Avène vs Augustinus Bader

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

Avène and Augustinus Bader are two distinct skincare brands designed to address diverse complexions. The French brand, founded in 1990, is known for its rich moisturizers, reliable sunscreens, targeted serums, gentle cleansers, and hydrating glycerin, which suit oily and acne-prone skin best through barrier-restoring hydration. Conversely, the German brand, established in 2018, is celebrated for its nourishing moisturizers, targeted serums, and soothing eye products that suit dry and dry sensitive skin best with deeply hydrating compositions. While the former relies on science-backed formulations for a calm and balanced complexion, the latter works harmoniously with refined creations to support the skin with measured, graceful efficacy.

Avène is a French skincare brand founded in 1990 and owned by Fondation Pierre Fabre.

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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 Avène and Augustinus Bader products; for every product of both brands, with a fit score for your own skin, use the Lovi app.

Popular Avène vs Augustinus Bader products

People Say

AvèneAugustinus Bader
  • Texture and Absorption 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 very quickly — Avène Vitamin Activ Cg Radiance Concentrated Serum”
  • Hydration and Moisture Often MentionedMostly Mentioned
    • “Instantly hydrated — Augustinus Bader The Face Oil”
    • “Extremely dry skin saved — Augustinus Bader The Rich Cream”
    • “healthy glow — Augustinus Bader The Serum”
    • “Saves my skin in winter — Avène Cold Cream”
  • Skin Clarity and Smoothing Often MentionedMostly Mentioned
    • “Softens fine lines — Augustinus Bader The Rich Cream”
    • “skin is smoother — Augustinus Bader The Cream”
    • “skin felt noticeably firmer — Augustinus Bader The Serum”
    • “Keeps me matte for hours — Avène Cleanance Cleansing Gel”
  • Soothing and Calming Mostly MentionedRarely Noted
    • “Calmed my angry red skin overnight — Avène Cicalfate+ Restorative Protective Cream”
    • “Nothing has ever worked to soothe or heal my skin like these before. — Avène Tolerance Control Soothing Skin Recovery Balm”
    • “Perfect cleanser for sensitive skin. — Avène Milk Cleanser”
    • “calms redness — Augustinus Bader The Cream”
  • Price and Value Rarely NotedMostly Mentioned
    • “Its a bit pricey but so worth it!! — Avène Tolerance Control Soothing Skin Recovery Balm”
    • “a bit pricey — Avène Cleanance”
    • “Tiny tube for the money — Avène Cold Cream”
    • “Not worth $300 — Augustinus Bader The Rich Cream”
  • Packaging Issues Rarely NotedOften Mentioned
    • “Tube cracked on the side — Avène Cicalfate+ Restorative Protective Cream”
    • “Cap leaks in bag — Avène Cleanance Cleansing Gel”
    • “Good product bad packaging. — Avène RetrinAL EYES”
    • “excessive packaging — Augustinus Bader The Serum”
  • Lack of Results Rarely NotedOften Mentioned
    • “no difference — Avène Antirougeurs Fort Relief Concentrate”
    • “no difference after month — Avène Vitamin Activ Cg Radiance Concentrated Serum”
    • “didn't work for me — Avène Hyaluron Activ B3 Concentrated Plumping Serum”
    • “didn't see dramatic results — Augustinus Bader The Cream”

Avène vs Augustinus Bader routines for dry skin

Buy Augustinus Bader routine · $611.67 · 98% fitBuy Avène routine · $207.69 · 76% fitSee multi-brand routine · 99% fit

Avène vs Augustinus Bader routines for oily skin

Buy Augustinus Bader routine · $687.96 · 93% fitBuy Avène routine · $377.02 · 85% fitSee multi-brand routine · 98% fit

Avène vs Augustinus Bader routines for combination skin

Buy Augustinus Bader routine · $679.55 · 93% fitBuy Avène routine · $358.50 · 88% fitSee multi-brand routine · 97% fit

Questions and answers

Avène or Augustinus Bader: which is better?

Augustinus Bader is better for hydration and texture, while Avène is better for soothing irritation and offers a more budget-friendly price point. Lovi rates Augustinus Bader as Superior for dry sensitive skin, whereas Avène is rated Average.

What is the difference between Avène and Augustinus Bader?

Avène is a French brand founded in 1990 that fits oily acne-prone, acne-prone, and combination skin best, while Augustinus Bader is a newer German brand focusing on dry, dry sensitive, and mature skin. Reviewers note that Augustinus Bader does better for texture, hydration, and skin clarity, whereas Avène excels at soothing irritation and offers better pricing.

Avène or Augustinus Bader for dry skin?

Augustinus Bader is the better choice for dry skin, as Lovi rates its routine fit as Superior compared to Avène's High. Reviewers note that Augustinus Bader excels in hydration and moisture, and every product on this page lists no fragrance.

Avène or Augustinus Bader: which moisturizer is better?

Augustinus Bader provides superior moisturizers like The Rich Cream for dry and mature skin, while Avène offers options like Tolerance Control Soothing Skin Recovery Balm that are well-suited for soothing irritation. Reviewers note that Augustinus Bader delivers better hydration and texture improvement, whereas Avène is often noted for being gentler on sensitive skin.

Which is more affordable, Avène or Augustinus Bader?

Avene is more affordable, as reviewers on this page sometimes note its price point, while Augustinus Bader is mostly noted for its extreme price.

Between Avène and Augustinus Bader, which brand is better suited for mature skin?

Augustinus Bader is better suited for mature skin, offering Superior routine fit compared to Avène's High fit. Reviewers note that Augustinus Bader delivers better results in texture, absorption, hydration, and moisture.

How do the founding years and corporate ownerships of Avène and Augustinus Bader compare?

Avène was founded in France in 1990 and is owned by Fondation Pierre Fabre, whereas Augustinus Bader was founded in Germany in 2018 and is independently owned.

Which brand's products have all fragrance-free options listed on the page, Avène or Augustinus Bader?

Augustinus Bader is the brand whose products on this page all list no fragrance in their ingredients, whereas Avène includes fragrance in several of its formulas.

Avène or Augustinus Bader for oily skin?

For oily skin, Avène fits best with a High routine fit on this page, while Augustinus Bader reaches a Superior fit. Reviewers note that Avène helps with effective oil control, and its products feature key ingredients like thermal water and glycerin.

Avène or Augustinus Bader for sensitive skin?

Both brands achieve a High Lovi fit for sensitive skin, but Avène does better at soothing and calming. Reviewers often note that Avène helps soothe irritation, while Augustinus Bader is known for deep hydration and texture improvement.

Avène or Augustinus Bader for acne-prone skin?

For acne-prone skin, Avène has a Superior routine fit and Augustinus Bader has a Superior routine fit.

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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