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Simple vs Augustinus Bader

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

Simple and Augustinus Bader are skin-care brands that offer distinctly formulated products for different complexions. The British line provides gentle moisturizers, makeup removers, cleansers, and toners enriched with niacinamide and glycerin that suit acne-prone and oily skin best, while the German brand offers nourishing moisturizers, targeted serums, and soothing eye products powered by sophisticated formulas that suit dry and dry sensitive skin best. While both cater to mature skin, dark spots, and acne-prone skin with standout options like micellar waters and targeted serums, they differ fundamentally in their ingredient philosophies and ideal skin types.

Simple is a British skincare brand founded in 1960 and owned by Unilever PLC since 2011.

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

Popular Simple vs Augustinus Bader products

People Say

SimpleAugustinus Bader
  • Hydration and moisture Mostly MentionedMostly Mentioned
    • “banished dryness within days — Simple Replenishing Rich Moisturiser”
    • “Instantly boosts skin's hydration... face doesn't feel dry and tight. — Simple Micellar Cleansing Water”
    • “Instantly hydrated — Augustinus Bader The Face Oil”
    • “Extremely dry skin saved — Augustinus Bader The Rich Cream”
  • Lightweight and non-greasy texture 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”
    • “sinks in instantly — Simple Water Boost Hydrating Gel Cream”
  • Gentle on sensitive skin Mostly MentionedNot noted
    • “Does not cause any form of irritation on the skin which I love. — Simple Micellar Cleansing Water”
    • “The only cleanser that doesn't turn my face red. — Simple Micellar Water”
    • “no artificial perfume — Simple Hydrating Light Moisturiser”
  • Affordable price point and value Often MentionedNot noted
    • “great value for money — Simple Kind to Skin Soothing Facial Toner”
    • “super affordable — Simple Hydrating Light Moisturiser”
    • “Can't beat the price for the quality. — Simple Micellar Water”
  • Visible radiance and glow Not notedOften Mentioned
    • “Instant youthful glow — Augustinus Bader The Rich Cream”
    • “skin is smoother — Augustinus Bader The Cream”
  • Texture improvement Not notedOften Mentioned
    • “Softens fine lines — Augustinus Bader The Rich Cream”
    • “skin felt noticeably firmer — Augustinus Bader The Serum”
    • “Smoother skin — Augustinus Bader The Face Oil”
  • Exorbitant and high price Not notedMostly Mentioned
    • “Not worth $300 — Augustinus Bader The Rich Cream”
  • Caused breakouts or skin reactions Sometimes NotedSometimes Noted
    • “Gave me tiny bumps on my forehead. — Simple Micellar Water”
    • “caused major breakouts — Simple Hydrating Light Moisturiser”
    • “Caused cystic acne — Augustinus Bader The Rich Cream”
    • “bumps on forehead — Augustinus Bader The Cream”
  • Packaging and leaking issues Rarely NotedOften Mentioned
    • “Worried about the snap top bottle leaking when travelling. — Simple Micellar Cleansing Water”
    • “The cap broke off immediately. — Simple Micellar Water”
    • “hard to get last bit out — Simple Replenishing Rich Moisturiser”
    • “excessive packaging — Augustinus Bader The Serum”

Simple vs Augustinus Bader routines for dry skin

Buy Augustinus Bader routine · $611.67 · 98% fitBuy Simple routine · $128.28 · 83% fitSee multi-brand routine · 99% fit

Simple vs Augustinus Bader routines for oily skin

Buy Augustinus Bader routine · $687.96 · 93% fitBuy Simple routine · $280.29 · 88% fitSee multi-brand routine · 98% fit

Simple vs Augustinus Bader routines for combination skin

Buy Augustinus Bader routine · $679.55 · 93% fitBuy Simple routine · $259.77 · 87% fitSee multi-brand routine · 97% fit

Questions and answers

Simple or Augustinus Bader: which is better?

Simple is better for an affordable price point and being gentle on sensitive skin, whereas Augustinus Bader is better for visible radiance, texture improvement, and lightweight, non-greasy textures.

What is the difference between Simple and Augustinus Bader?

Simple offers affordable, value-friendly products that are gentle on sensitive skin, while Augustinus Bader provides luxurious formulas focused on texture improvement and visible radiance and glow. Lovi rates Augustinus Bader as Superior for dry skin, whereas Simple is rated as High.

Simple or Augustinus Bader for dry skin?

For dry skin, Augustinus Bader is the better choice because Lovi rates its routine fit as Superior while Simple achieves High. Augustinus Bader features key products like The Rich Cream and The Serum which help deliver deep hydration and texture improvement.

Simple or Augustinus Bader: which moisturizer is better?

Simple offers value-friendly and lightweight moisturizers, while Augustinus Bader provides luxurious, deep hydration with texture-improving benefits. For the products on this page, Simple features key ingredients like niacinamide and glycerin, whereas Augustinus Bader relies on TFC8.

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Which is more affordable, Simple or Augustinus Bader?

Simple is more affordable, offering value-friendly moisturizers and an affordable price point compared to Augustinus Bader's exorbitant prices.

When was Simple founded and who owns it compared to Augustinus Bader?

Simple was founded in 1960 in the United Kingdom and has been owned by Unilever PLC since 2011. In comparison, Augustinus Bader was founded more recently in 2018 in Germany and is an independently owned company.

What are the key ingredients used across Simple and Augustinus Bader products?

Simple features key ingredients such as niacinamide and glycerin across the products on this page. Meanwhile, Augustinus Bader features TFC8 as its key ingredient across its formulations.

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How do reviewers compare Simple and Augustinus Bader regarding radiance, glow, and texture improvement?

Reviewers report that Augustinus Bader does better than Simple when it comes to visible radiance, glow, and texture improvement. At the same time, the products on this page for both brands feature no fragrance in their ingredients.

Simple or Augustinus Bader for oily skin?

For oily skin, Lovi rates Augustinus Bader as Superior and Simple as High. Simple features key ingredients like niacinamide, which helps control skin aging and pigmentation.

The British Journal of Dermatology, 2002Antioxidants, 2021

Simple or Augustinus Bader for sensitive skin?

For sensitive skin, Simple is known for being gentle, while Augustinus Bader offers products on this page like The Rich Cream with a High fit level. Niacinamide helps control skin aging and pigmentation.

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Simple or Augustinus Bader for acne-prone skin?

Simple is better suited for acne-prone skin on this page, offering gentle, budget-friendly options, whereas Augustinus Bader targets deep hydration and texture improvement at a high price. Niacinamide helps reduce cutaneous pigmentation and controls skin aging.

The British Journal of Dermatology, 2002Antioxidants, 2021

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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