ISDIN skincare
ISDIN is a Spanish skincare brand founded in 1975 and owned by Puig.
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ISDIN is beloved for its sophisticated moisturizers, advanced sunscreens, targeted serums, and soothing eye products, all driven by meticulously crafted formulas. Its products suit dry skin and combination skin best. For specific concerns, the standout choices include the Fusion Water for acne-prone skin, the Eryfotona Actinica for skin with dark spots, and the K-Ox Eyes for mature skin.
This page covers some of the most popular ISDIN products; for the whole ISDIN range, with a fit score for every product, use the Lovi app.
People Say
★4.6Overall rating based on 2.1k+ reviewsReviewers most often praise ISDIN for lightweight textures, fast-absorbing formulas, and effective hydration. The most common complaints are high price points and visible white casts.
Highlights
Ultralight sunscreens Mostly Mentioned
- “absorbs instantly — Eryfotona Actinica”
- “ultra-light fluid product, which makes it super easy to apply — Fusion Water”
Lightweight moisturizers Mostly Mentioned
- “Lightweight formula absorbs fast — Hyaluronic Concentrate”
- “Much lighter — Hyaluronic Moisture”
Makeupp-friendly sunscreens Mostly Mentioned
- “acts like a primer — Eryfotona Actinica”
- “My skin felt sooo hydrated and looks so plump and dewey. — Fusion Water”
Skin-friendly sunscreens Mostly Mentioned
- “doesn't sting eyes — Eryfotona Actinica”
- “perfect for sensitive cum oily skin people — Fusion Water”
High price point Often Mentioned
- “very expensive — Eryfotona Actinica”
- “My only wish is that ISDIN would make this product in a bigger size bottle. — Fusion Water”
- “high cost — K-Ox Eyes”
Strong fragrance Sometimes Noted
- “smell is overpowering — Eryfotona Actinica”
- “lingering headache inducing effect — K-Ox Eyes”
- “it does have a smell it does have fragrance. and it's not necessarily a pleasant one. — Fusion Water”
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Questions and answers
Is ISDIN good for oily skin?
Yes, ISDIN offers several good options for oily skin, with Lovi rating Eryfotona Actinica, Fusion Water, and Flavo-C Serum High for this skin type. These ultralight sunscreens and antioxidant serums help control shine without feeling heavy.
Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2020Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2020
Is ISDIN worth it?
ISDIN is worth it for shoppers seeking ultralight, skin-friendly sunscreens and lightweight moisturizers, though reviewers often mention the high price point. Lovi rates Eryfotona Actinica and Fusion Water as Superior for dry and sensitive skin, helping protect the face while keeping it comfortable.
What are ISDIN's best products?
ISDIN's best products are Eryfotona Actinica and Fusion Water, which Lovi rates Superior for several skin types including dry and sensitive skin. Reviewers often mention these sunscreens as ultralight and skin-friendly.
Which ISDIN moisturizer is best for dry skin?
Uradin Lotion 10 is the best option among the ISDIN moisturizers on this page for dry skin, followed by Hyaluronic Concentrate and Hyaluronic Moisture. Lovi rates Uradin Lotion 10 High for dry skin, while the other two rate Average.
Does ISDIN cause breakouts?
ISDIN is unlikely to cause breakouts when shoppers choose the brand's sunscreens and serums, which Lovi rates High for acne-prone skin.
Is ISDIN fragrance-free?
No, the ISDIN products on this page are not all fragrance-free, as 5 out of 8 items on the list contain added scents.
What are the key ingredients in ISDIN products?
ISDIN products feature key ingredients such as hyaluronic acid to help keep skin smooth and hydrated, and vitamin C to help brighten the complexion and fight environmental damage. Lovi notes that these formulations support overall skin health across the brand's selection.
Dermatologic Therapy, 2022Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2020
How do I build a ISDIN skincare routine?
To build an ISDIN routine for dry skin in the morning, apply a gentle cleanser, a hydrating toner, First Spray Serum, and finish with Fusion Water sunscreen. In the evening, use a pre-cleanser, the same cleanser, Flavo-C Serum, and First Spray Serum. Once a week, add a nourishing mask into your evening steps before the serum.
Where can I buy ISDIN, and how much does it cost?
ISDIN is available for purchase from stores in Germany featured on this page, with prices ranging from €25.99 to €59.55, and most items costing between €32.49 and €49.00.
What are good alternatives to ISDIN?
Good alternatives to ISDIN include Sesderma, Heliocare, Theramid, Mesoestetic, Endocare, and ISDIN Isdinceutics, which all have pages on Lovi.
Who owns ISDIN, and where is it from?
ISDIN is a Spanish brand founded in 1975, owned by Puig.
Is ISDIN cruelty-free?
PETA, Leaping Bunny, and Cruelty Free International, the registries Lovi checks, do not list ISDIN as cruelty-free.
Is ISDIN good for dry skin?
Yes, ISDIN is good for dry skin because Lovi rates options like Eryfotona Actinica, Fusion Water, and Uradin Lotion 10 High for dry skin. Reviewers often mention that the sunscreens and moisturizers feel ultralight and lightweight on the skin.
Which ISDIN sunscreen is best for sensitive skin?
Eryfotona Actinica is the best ISDIN sunscreen for sensitive skin, followed by Fusion Water.
Is ISDIN good for sensitive skin?
Yes, ISDIN is good for sensitive skin, as Lovi rates sensitive skin as High for Eryfotona Actinica, Fusion Water, K-Ox Eyes, Flavo-C Serum, and Uradin Lotion 10. Reviewers often mention its sunscreens as skin-friendly, though shoppers should note that some ISDIN products on this page contain fragrance.
Is ISDIN good for acne-prone skin?
Yes, ISDIN is good for acne-prone skin because several of its targeted treatments and sunscreens fit this skin type well. Lovi rates Eryfotona Actinica, Fusion Water, Flavo-C Serum, and Retinal Intense Serum High for acne-prone skin.
Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2020The British Journal of Dermatology, 2019
Is ISDIN good for skin with dark spots?
Yes, ISDIN helps with skin with dark spots, and Lovi rates Eryfotona Actinica Superior for this concern. Fusion Water, K-Ox Eyes, and Retinal Intense Serum also fit well with High ratings.
Is ISDIN good for mature skin?
Yes, ISDIN offers several products that help with mature skin, with Eryfotona Actinica and Fusion Water rated Superior by Lovi. Lovi also rates Flavo-C Serum, Retinal Intense Serum, K-Ox Eyes, and Hyaluronic Concentrate High for mature skin.
Research behind ISDIN's key ingredients
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 these ratings
Lovi rates every product from its 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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Specialist dermatologist, MBBS, MD, IFAAD
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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
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Cosmetic chemist, cosmetic development technologist
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