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FANCL vs Augustinus Bader

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

FANCL and Augustinus Bader are distinguished skincare brands that offer distinct approaches to daily complexion care. Founded in Japan in 1980 and owned by Kirin Holdings Company, Limited since 2024, the former is loved for its thoughtful makeup removers and gentle exfoliants crafted from pure, effective formulas. Conversely, the German brand established in 2018 is celebrated for its nourishing moisturizers, targeted serums, and soothing eye products powered by sophisticated compositions. While the Japanese line suits sensitive, dry, and normal skin best by providing mild care without harsh irritations, these refined creations from the European house are tailored for dry and dry sensitive skin through deeply hydrating efficacy.

FANCL is a Japanese skincare brand founded in 1980 and owned by Kirin Holdings Company, Limited since 2024.

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

Popular FANCL vs Augustinus Bader products

Questions and answers

FANCL or Augustinus Bader: which is better?

Augustinus Bader fits dry skin and mature skin best, making it a strong choice for rich moisturization and anti-aging routines, while FANCL is a great option for gentle daily cleansing and exfoliation.

What is the difference between FANCL and Augustinus Bader?

FANCL is a Japanese brand founded in 1980, while Augustinus Bader is an independent German brand founded in 2018 with key ingredients like TFC8. Lovi rates Augustinus Bader as a Superior fit for dry skin, dry sensitive skin, and mature skin. Every product on this page for both brands lists no fragrance in its ingredients.

Which is more affordable, FANCL or Augustinus Bader?

Augustinus Bader reviewers often mention extreme price as a drawback, whereas FANCL offers budget-friendly skincare options.

Which causes fewer breakouts, FANCL or Augustinus Bader?

FANCL products on this page get High fit levels for acne-prone skin, whereas Augustinus Bader moisturizers like The Rich Cream receive Average fit levels for that skin type and reviewers sometimes note breakouts.

Which brand has been established longer, FANCL or Augustinus Bader?

FANCL has been established longer, having been founded in Japan in 1980, whereas Augustinus Bader was founded more recently in Germany in 2018.

Do any of the products from FANCL or Augustinus Bader contain fragrance?

Every product from FANCL and Augustinus Bader on this page lists no fragrance in its ingredients.

What key ingredient is found across the products of Augustinus Bader?

Augustinus Bader features TFC8 as the key ingredient across the products on this page.

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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