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ISDIN vs Theramid

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

ISDIN and Theramid are Spanish skincare brands offering advanced moisturizers, targeted serums, and restorative treatments. The first brand is known for its elegant moisturizers, advanced sunscreens, restorative serums, and targeted eye products, while the second relies on meticulously engineered moisturizers and targeted serums. Both brands suit dry skin and sensitive skin best, though the second also suits balanced, combination, and oily skin, and they differ through the first brand offering dependable protection and daily comfort alongside standout solutions like Fusion Water, Eryfotona Actinica, and K-Ox Eyes, whereas the other delivers specialized treatments with remarkable precision through standouts like the Ceramide Treatment, Copper Peptide, and DERMA-PEPTIDES.

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

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Theramid is a Spanish skincare brand founded in 2022 and owned by Cosnova Group since 2026.

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

Popular ISDIN vs Theramid products

People Say

ISDINTheramid
  • Lightweight and Fast-Absorbing Texture Mostly MentionedMostly Mentioned
    • “absorbs instantly — ISDIN Eryfotona Actinica”
    • “ultra-light fluid product, which makes it super easy to apply — ISDIN Fusion Water”
    • “the texture is a sophisticated, lightweight gel that absorbs almost instantly without leaving a sticky residue — Theramid Copper Peptide”
    • “Absorbs quickly — Theramid DERMA-PEPTIDES”
  • Gentle on Sensitive Skin and Non-Irritating Often MentionedOften Mentioned
    • “Sensitive/reactive skin tolerates — ISDIN Hyaluronic Moisture”
    • “no excessive exfoliation — ISDIN Retinal Intense Serum”
    • “Suitable for sensitive skin — Theramid DERMA-PEPTIDES”
    • “incredibly gentle... I experienced zero redness or irritation — Theramid Copper Peptide”
  • Hydration, Plumping, and Barrier Repair Often MentionedOften Mentioned
    • “Improved moisture and texture — ISDIN Hyaluronic Moisture”
    • “Skin feels intensely hydrated — ISDIN Hyaluronic Concentrate”
    • “Only thing that got my barrier under control — Theramid Ceramide Treatment”
    • “Provides long-lasting hydration — Theramid Ceramide Treatment”
  • Visible Anti-Aging and Firmness Rarely NotedMostly Mentioned
    • “Fine lines are less visible — Theramid DERMA-PEPTIDES”
    • “my skin feels incredibly fed and plump — Theramid Copper Peptide”
    • “softening fine lines — ISDIN Retinal Intense Serum”
  • Makeup Compatibility and Finish Often MentionedNot noted
    • “acts like a primer — ISDIN Eryfotona Actinica”
    • “dries down matte — ISDIN Eryfotona Actinica”
    • “My skin felt sooo hydrated and looks so plump and dewey. — ISDIN Fusion Water”
  • High Price and Value Concerns Often MentionedRarely Noted
    • “Didn't work better than cheaper options — Theramid Ceramide Treatment”
    • “very expensive — ISDIN Eryfotona Actinica”
  • Fragrance and Scent Issues Often MentionedRarely Noted
    • “Didn't like the scent — Theramid Ceramide Treatment”
    • “smell is overpowering — ISDIN Eryfotona Actinica”

Questions and answers

ISDIN or Theramid: which is better?

ISDIN and Theramid each perform well for different needs, with ISDIN offering makeup-friendly sunscreens and Theramid achieving better review scores for visible anti-aging and firmness.

What is the difference between ISDIN and Theramid?

ISDIN and Theramid both offer effective skincare, but ISDIN has a high price point and uses fragrance in several products on this page, while Theramid lists no fragrance in its products. Theramid does better for visible anti-aging and firmness, whereas ISDIN is noted for its makeup compatibility and finish.

ISDIN or Theramid: which moisturizer is better?

When it comes to moisturizers, Theramid achieves a High fit level for dry skin and dry sensitive skin with its Ceramide Treatment, while ISDIN offers options like Hyaluronic Concentrate with an Average fit for those skin types. Reviewers note that Theramid products provide restorative and soothing moisturization.

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Which is more affordable, ISDIN or Theramid?

Theramid has high price and value concerns among reviewers, whereas reviewers frequently mention a high price point for ISDIN.

Which causes fewer breakouts, ISDIN or Theramid?

When it comes to acne-prone skin, the products on this page for ISDIN achieve a High fit level for several sunscreens and serums, whereas Theramid ranges from High to Average depending on the product. Reviewers mention that ISDIN sunscreens are ultralight, which helps reduce the likelihood of clogged pores.

Which brand has more products with added fragrance, ISDIN or Theramid?

ISDIN has more products with added fragrance, as 5 of its 8 products on this page list fragrance in their ingredients. In contrast, every product on this page from Theramid lists no fragrance.

How do the founding years and corporate ownership of ISDIN and Theramid compare?

ISDIN was founded in Spain in 1975 and is owned by Puig, whereas Theramid was founded in Spain in 2022 and is owned by the Cosnova Group.

Which brand performs better in terms of visible anti-aging and firmness according to review themes?

Theramid performs better in terms of visible anti-aging and firmness according to the review themes 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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