Skintific vs ISDIN
Skintific and ISDIN are well-regarded skincare names offering thoughtful formulations spanning targeted moisturizers, potent serums, and protective sunscreens. The first brand is loved for its preparations that suit dry skin and dry sensitive skin best, while the Spanish brand founded in 1975 and owned by Puig suits dry skin and sensitive skin best, providing gentle daily comfort and dependable protection. Both differ in their exact offerings, as Skintific includes the All Day Light Sunscreen Mist, the 5X Ceramide Barrier Moisture Gel, and the MugsWort, whereas the second brand provides standout solutions such as the Fusion Water, the Eryfotona Actinica, and the K-Ox Eyes. Through these carefully crafted remedies, their offerings deliver reliable daily support that maintains a healthy and balanced complexion.
ISDIN is a Spanish skincare brand founded in 1975 and owned by Puig.
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This page compares some of the most popular Skintific and ISDIN products; for every product of both brands, with a fit score for your own skin, use the Lovi app.
Popular Skintific vs ISDIN products
People Say
Lightweight and non-greasy texture Mostly MentionedMostly Mentioned
- “absorbs instantly — ISDIN Eryfotona Actinica”
- “ultra-light fluid product, which makes it super easy to apply — ISDIN Fusion Water”
- “Lightweight formula absorbs fast — ISDIN Hyaluronic Concentrate”
- “absorbs instantly — Skintific 5X Ceramide Barrier Moisture Gel”
Smoother skin texture Sometimes NotedOften Mentioned
- “skin looks smooth and healthy — ISDIN K-Ox Eyes”
- “Skin feels intensely hydrated — ISDIN Hyaluronic Concentrate”
- “I am more on a dehydrated side and this helps me look hydrated and smooth. — ISDIN Flavo-C Serum”
- “Kulit terasa lebih halus — Skintific AHA BHA PHA LHA Peeling Solution”
Calms redness and irritation Mostly MentionedNot noted
- “calm my acne instantly — Skintific MUGWORT”
- “redness berkurang — Skintific 5X Ceramide Barrier Moisture Gel”
- “good for acne prone — Skintific MATE FIT”
No white cast Often MentionedSometimes Noted
- “invisible, no white cast — Skintific All Day Light Sunscreen Mist”
- “no white cast — Skintific MATE FIT”
- “doesn't leave you white as a ghost — ISDIN Fusion Water”
Gentle on sensitive skin Not notedOften Mentioned
- “Sensitive/reactive skin tolerates — ISDIN Hyaluronic Moisture”
- “no excessive exfoliation — ISDIN Retinal Intense Serum”
- “doesn't sting eyes — ISDIN Eryfotona Actinica”
Brightening and radiance Sometimes NotedSometimes Noted
- “Tampak lebih cerah — Skintific AHA BHA PHA LHA Peeling Solution”
- “My hyperpigmentation has lightened and skin looks more even, even shines more. — ISDIN Flavo-C Serum”
- “skin looks immediately luminous — ISDIN K-Ox Eyes”
Scent and fragrance dislike Often MentionedOften Mentioned
- “scent is actually quite strong — Skintific All Day Light Sunscreen Mist”
- “Bau jamu/rempah — Skintific AHA BHA PHA LHA Peeling Solution”
- “smell is overpowering — ISDIN Eryfotona Actinica”
- “lingering headache inducing effect — ISDIN K-Ox Eyes”
High price point Not notedOften Mentioned
- “very expensive — ISDIN Eryfotona Actinica”
Strong tingling sensation and irritation Sometimes NotedRarely Noted
- “mild redness or irritation — ISDIN K-Ox Eyes”
- “I think the serum is too strong for my face as it has burned and left very rough and a peeling face. — ISDIN Flavo-C Serum”
- “slight peeling — ISDIN Retinal Intense Serum”
- “Panas banget di kulit — Skintific AHA BHA PHA LHA Peeling Solution”
Skintific vs ISDIN routines for dry skin
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Cleanser
La Roche-Posay Toleriane Hydrating Gentle Cleanser
Morning · Evening · Once a week
$19.99
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Hydrating Toner
Pyunkang Yul Calming Deep Moisture Toner
Morning
$16.99
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Moisturizer
5X Ceramide Barrier Moisture Gel
Morning · Evening · Once a week
$9.99
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SPF
d'Alba Piedmont Waterfull Mild Sunscreen
Morning
$15.99
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Pre-Cleanser
MISSHA Ultra Hyalon Cleansing Cream
Evening · Once a week
$21.70
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Serum or Treatment
Peach & Lily Glass Skin Refining Serum
Evening · Once a week
$39.00
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Nourishing Mask
MEDIHEAL Vita Essential Mask
Once a week
$22.00
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Cleanser
La Roche-Posay Toleriane Hydrating Gentle Cleanser
Morning · Evening · Once a week
$19.99
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Hydrating Toner
Pyunkang Yul Calming Deep Moisture Toner
Morning
$16.99
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Moisturizer
SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Probio-Cica Enrich Cream
Morning · Evening · Once a week
$22.00
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SPF
Fusion Water
Morning
$38.00
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Pre-Cleanser
MISSHA Ultra Hyalon Cleansing Cream
Evening · Once a week
$21.70
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Serum or Treatment
Flavo-C Serum
Evening · Once a week
$115.00
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Nourishing Mask
MEDIHEAL Vita Essential Mask
Once a week
$22.00
Buy Skintific routine · $145.66 · 97% fit
Buy ISDIN routine · $255.68 · 94% fitSee multi-brand routine · 99% fit
Skintific vs ISDIN routines for oily skin
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Cleanser
CeraVe Foaming Facial Cleanser
Morning · Evening · Once a week
$15.97
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Hydrating Toner
Some By Mi Snail Truecica Miracle Repair Toner
Morning · Once a week
$15.60
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Moisturizer
5X Ceramide Barrier Moisture Gel
Morning · Evening · Once a week
$9.99
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SPF
CeraVe AM Facial Moisturizing Lotion SPF 30
Morning
$14.97
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Pre-Cleanser
Shu Uemura Ultime8 Sublime Beauty Cleansing Oil
Evening · Once a week
$50.00
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Cleansing Toner
Pixi Glow Tonic
Evening
$28.42
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Serum or Treatment
Peach & Lily Glass Skin Refining Serum
Evening · Once a week
$39.00
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Enzyme Powder
Dermalogica Daily Microfoliant
Once a week
$69.00
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Cleansing Mask
Revision Skincare Black Mask
Once a week
$79.00
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Cleanser
CeraVe Foaming Facial Cleanser
Morning · Evening · Once a week
$15.97
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Hydrating Toner
Some By Mi Snail Truecica Miracle Repair Toner
Morning · Once a week
$15.60
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Moisturizer
COSRX Oil-Free Ultra-Moisturizing Lotion (with Birch Sap)
Morning · Evening · Once a week
$18.99
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SPF
Eryfotona Actinica
Morning
$46.00
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Pre-Cleanser
Shu Uemura Ultime8 Sublime Beauty Cleansing Oil
Evening · Once a week
$50.00
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Cleansing Toner
Pixi Glow Tonic
Evening
$28.42
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Serum or Treatment
Flavo-C Serum
Evening · Once a week
$115.00
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Enzyme Powder
Dermalogica Daily Microfoliant
Once a week
$69.00
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Cleansing Mask
Revision Skincare Black Mask
Once a week
$79.00
Buy Skintific routine · $321.95 · 95% fit
Buy ISDIN routine · $437.98 · 93% fitSee multi-brand routine · 98% fit
Skintific vs ISDIN routines for combination skin
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Cleanser
Fresh Soy Face Cleanser
Morning · Evening · Once a week
$28.08
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Hydrating Toner
Paula's Choice Skin Balancing Pore-Reducing Toner
Morning · Once a week
$25.60
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Moisturizer
5X Ceramide Barrier Moisture Gel
Morning · Evening · Once a week
$9.99
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SPF
CeraVe AM Facial Moisturizing Lotion SPF 30
Morning
$14.97
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Pre-Cleanser
Shu Uemura Ultime8 Sublime Beauty Cleansing Oil
Evening · Once a week
$50.00
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Cleansing Toner
Medicube Zero Pore Pad 2.0
Evening
$18.90
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Serum or Treatment
Peach & Lily Glass Skin Refining Serum
Evening · Once a week
$39.00
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Enzyme Powder
Dermalogica Daily Microfoliant
Once a week
$69.00
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Cleansing Mask
HERBIVORE Botanicals Blue Tansy BHA and Enzyme Pore Refining Mask
Once a week
$58.00
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Cleanser
Fresh Soy Face Cleanser
Morning · Evening · Once a week
$28.08
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Hydrating Toner
Paula's Choice Skin Balancing Pore-Reducing Toner
Morning · Once a week
$25.60
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Moisturizer
COSRX Oil-Free Ultra-Moisturizing Lotion (with Birch Sap)
Morning · Evening · Once a week
$18.99
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SPF
Eryfotona Actinica
Morning
$46.00
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Pre-Cleanser
Shu Uemura Ultime8 Sublime Beauty Cleansing Oil
Evening · Once a week
$50.00
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Cleansing Toner
Medicube Zero Pore Pad 2.0
Evening
$18.90
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Serum or Treatment
Flavo-C Serum
Evening · Once a week
$115.00
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Enzyme Powder
Dermalogica Daily Microfoliant
Once a week
$69.00
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Cleansing Mask
HERBIVORE Botanicals Blue Tansy BHA and Enzyme Pore Refining Mask
Once a week
$58.00
Buy Skintific routine · $313.54 · 94% fit
Buy ISDIN routine · $429.57 · 93% fitSee multi-brand routine · 97% fit
Questions and answers
Skintific or ISDIN: which is better?
Both brands offer an equal routine fit across all skin types on this page. Reviewers report that ISDIN delivers a lighter texture and better gentleness for sensitive skin, while Skintific provides formulas with no white cast and a lower price point.
What is the difference between Skintific and ISDIN?
Skintific and ISDIN both offer products on this page that achieve equal routine fit levels across all skin types, but they differ in formulation and pricing. Every Skintific product on this page lists no fragrance, whereas several ISDIN products contain fragrance, and reviewers frequently mention a high price point for ISDIN.
Skintific or ISDIN for dry skin?
Both Skintific and ISDIN fit dry skin well, as Lovi rates their routines as Superior for this skin type. Skintific lists no fragrance across the products on this page, whereas ISDIN features a high price point and strong fragrance in several items.
Skintific or ISDIN: which moisturizer is better?
When comparing moisturizers, Skintific offers options like 5X Ceramide Barrier Moisture Gel with no fragrance listed on this page, whereas ISDIN features items like Hyaluronic Concentrate and Uradin Lotion 10 which list fragrance. Lovi rates the routine fit for both brands as Superior across all skin types.
Which is more affordable, Skintific or ISDIN?
Skintific is more affordable, as ISDIN has a high price point that reviewers often mention.
Skintific or ISDIN: which has better fragrance options?
Skintific is better for fragrance options because every product on this page lists no fragrance in its ingredients. In contrast, several products from ISDIN list added fragrance.
When were Skintific and ISDIN founded and who owns them?
Skintific was founded in 2021 and is owned by Guangzhou Feimei Network Technology Co., Ltd. ISDIN was founded in 1975 in Spain and is owned by Puig.
Skintific or ISDIN: which brand is better for calming redness and irritation?
Skintific is better for calming redness and irritation compared to ISDIN, as reviewers note that Skintific does better in this area.
Skintific or ISDIN for oily skin?
Both Skintific and ISDIN fit oily skin at a Superior level with the products on this page. Reviewers note that ISDIN offers lightweight and non-greasy textures, while every Skintific product on this page lists no fragrance in its ingredients.
Skintific or ISDIN: which sunscreen is better?
When comparing sunscreens on this page, ISDIN Eryfotona Actinica achieves a Superior Lovi fit level for mature skin, sensitive skin, skin with dark spots, and dry sensitive skin, whereas Skintific All Day Light Sunscreen Mist reaches a High Lovi fit level for those skin types. Reviewers frequently mention ISDIN for ultralight and makeup-friendly sunscreens, while Skintific products on this page list no fragrance in their ingredients.
Skintific or ISDIN for sensitive skin?
Both Skintific and ISDIN fit sensitive skin at a Superior level for the products on this page. Reviewers note that ISDIN is gentle on sensitive skin, while Skintific helps calm redness and irritation.
Skintific or ISDIN for acne-prone skin?
Both Skintific and ISDIN fit acne-prone skin well, with Lovi giving routine fits of Superior for both brands. Reviewers note that the products on this page from Skintific help calm redness and irritation and leave no white cast, while ISDIN offers ultralight sunscreens and lightweight moisturizers.
Research behind their key ingredients
Microneedling by dermapen and glycolic acid peel for the treatment of acne scars: Comparative study
In vivo and in vitro evaluation of octyl methoxycinnamate liposomes
Comparison of methods for assessing photoprotection against ultraviolet A in vivo
Nanocomplex of quaternized cyclodextrin grafted chitosan and hyaluronic acid for a skin delivery
The clinical efficacy of a new emulsion for acne and conspicuous facial pore amelioration
Retrospective Review of Dermal Safety Studies of Organic Sunscreens
Targeting Circadian Rhythm for the Regulation of Skin Collagen Metabolism
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.
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Co-founder, Medical Director
Cosmetic chemist, cosmetologist, aesthetic products developer
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Co-founder, CEO and CTO
PhD in computer science, 3x US patent holder, ex-Google, ex-Yandex
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Dr. Sofía Perea Pérez, MD, MSc
Medical Board
Aesthetic medicine practitioner, MSc in Longevity and Anti-Aging Medicine
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Medical Board
Specialist dermatologist, MBBS, MD, IFAAD
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Medical Board
Cosmetic chemist, SCS, IFSCC member
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Medical Board, Medical Advisor
Dermatology MD
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Elina Nazarenko, MD
Medical Board
Dermatology and diagnostic consultant
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Victoria Derkova, MS
Medical Board
Cosmetic chemist, cosmetic development technologist
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