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Galderma vs MAËLYS

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

Galderma and MAËLYS are distinct skincare lines offering targeted serums for diverse complexions. The Swiss brand, founded in 1981, specializes in dermatological formulas featuring ingredients like benzoyl peroxide that suit oily and acne-prone skin best, with top ratings for the Epiduo Gel and Benzac AC variants. Meanwhile, the second brand delivers thoughtful care through advanced formulas that suit all skin types best, featuring standout solutions such as the TOO-FINE and the RE-LURE Tight & Tone Body Serum. Both lines differ primarily because the first focuses heavily on therapeutic treatments for blemishes and mature concerns, whereas the latter emphasizes specialized body and face care for a broader range of complexions.

Galderma is a Swiss skincare brand founded in 1981 and owned by Galderma Group AG.

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

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Galderma vs MAËLYS serums and treatments

Questions and answers

Galderma or MAËLYS: which is better?

Galderma is better for oily and acne-prone skin because the products on this page have a High Lovi fit for those skin types. MAËLYS is unlikely to match those results here, as its serums mostly show Low or Average fit levels across skin types.

The Cochrane Database of Systematic Reviews, 2020American Journal of Clinical Dermatology, 2018

What is the difference between Galderma and MAËLYS?

Galderma fits oily and acne-prone skin best with high-rated acne-clearing serums, whereas the products on this page for MAËLYS generally receive low or average Lovi fit levels.

The Cochrane Database of Systematic Reviews, 2020American Journal of Clinical Dermatology, 2018

Which is more affordable, Galderma or MAËLYS?

I am sorry, but the provided page facts and studies do not contain pricing or affordability information for either Galderma or MAËLYS.

Which causes fewer breakouts, Galderma or MAËLYS?

Galderma is a better fit for acne-prone skin, as the products on this page achieve a High Lovi fit for acne-prone and oily acne-prone skin, whereas MAËLYS achieves only a Low fit for those skin types.

American Journal of Clinical Dermatology, 2018American Journal of Clinical Dermatology, 2022

How do the founding years and home countries of Galderma and MAËLYS compare?

Galderma was founded in 1981 in Switzerland, whereas MAËLYS was founded later in 2017 with its home country not specified. Both brands are owned by different groups.

Which brand has more fragrance-free products between Galderma and MAËLYS?

Galderma has more fragrance-free products on this page, as every single one of its products lists no fragrance in its ingredients.

How does Galderma's fit level for oily skin compare to MAËLYS's fit level for oily skin?

Galderma's products on this page have a High fit level for oily skin, whereas MAËLYS's fit level for oily skin is Low.

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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