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Dermalogica vs Simple

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Dermalogica and Simple are two renowned Unilever-owned skincare lines offering gentle cleansers, nourishing moisturizers, and targeted treatments designed to support various complexions. The American brand utilizes powerful ingredients like hyaluronic acid, glycerin, and salicylic acid, making its active formulations particularly suited for oily and combination skin. Conversely, the British brand incorporates niacinamide and glycerin to create soothing makeup removers and toners that best address oily and acne-prone skin. While both share a foundation in hydration, they differ in their active approaches, with the first providing specialized anti-aging and exfoliating benefits and the second focusing on foundational barrier support.

Dermalogica is an American skincare brand founded in 1986 and owned by Unilever since 2015.

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

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

Popular Dermalogica vs Simple products

People Say

DermalogicaSimple
  • Gentle on sensitive skin Rarely NotedMostly Mentioned
    • “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”
    • “helps calm and nourish my skin — Dermalogica Stabilizing Repair Cream”
  • Deep hydration and moisture Mostly MentionedOften Mentioned
    • “Saved my dry skin — Dermalogica Super Rich Repair”
    • “super hydrating — Dermalogica Multivitamin Power Recovery Masque”
    • “skin feels hydrated — Dermalogica Intensive Moisture Balance”
    • “banished dryness within days — Simple Replenishing Rich Moisturiser”
  • Lightweight and non-greasy absorption Sometimes NotedOften Mentioned
    • “sinks in instantly — Simple Water Boost Hydrating Gel Cream”
    • “absorbs very quickly — Simple Hydrating Light Moisturiser”
    • “absorbs really well — Simple Replenishing Rich Moisturiser”
    • “blends seamlessly — Dermalogica Dynamic Skin Recovery SPF 50”
  • Effective cleansing and makeup removal Sometimes NotedOften Mentioned
    • “Takes off any makeup residue and makes my face feel refreshed. — Simple Micellar Cleansing Water”
    • “Best morning cleanser — Simple Refreshing Facial Wash”
    • “removes last traces of makeup — Simple Kind to Skin Soothing Facial Toner”
    • “Removes stubborn mascara — Dermalogica Precleanse”
  • Smooth and improved skin texture Often MentionedNot noted
    • “gentle enough for daily use — Dermalogica Daily Microfoliant”
    • “skin feels smooth as silk — Dermalogica Daily Microfoliant”
    • “fine lines have visibly softened — Dermalogica Phyto Nature Lifting Eye Cream”
  • High price point Mostly MentionedNot noted
    • “hefty price tag — Dermalogica Daily Microfoliant”
  • Caused breakouts and skin reactions Sometimes NotedSometimes Noted
    • “Cystic acne flare-ups — Dermalogica Precleanse”
    • “Caused cystic acne — Dermalogica Super Rich Repair”
    • “Gave me tiny bumps on my forehead. — Simple Micellar Water”
    • “caused major breakouts — Simple Hydrating Light Moisturiser”
  • Unpleasant or strong scent Often MentionedRarely Noted
    • “Smells like chemicals — Simple Refreshing Facial Wash”
    • “smells like puke — Dermalogica Daily Microfoliant”

Dermalogica vs Simple routines for dry skin

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Dermalogica vs Simple routines for oily skin

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Dermalogica vs Simple routines for combination skin

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Questions and answers

Dermalogica or Simple: which is better?

Dermalogica is better for oily and combination skin with a Superior Lovi fit level, whereas Simple has a High fit level for those skin types. Reviewers also indicate that Dermalogica does better for deep hydration and smooth skin texture, while Simple is noted for being gentle on sensitive skin and offering lightweight, value-friendly products.

What is the difference between Dermalogica and Simple?

Dermalogica generally offers a superior fit for oily and combination skin and provides deeper hydration, whereas Simple delivers lightweight, value-friendly moisture and is gentle on sensitive skin.

Dermalogica or Simple for dry skin?

Both Dermalogica and Simple achieve a High routine fit for dry skin, with Dermalogica standing out for its deep hydration while Simple provides value-friendly moisturizers. Topical hyaluronic acid, featured in the products on this page, helps improve skin quality and signs of skin aging.

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Dermalogica or Simple: which cleanser is better?

Dermalogica provides a better cleanser experience than Simple, as the products on this page for Dermalogica achieve High or Superior Lovi fit levels across nearly all skin types while Simple cleansers often rate lower, including a Low fit for dry skin. Reviewers also note that Dermalogica features gentle, non-stripping cleansers alongside deep hydration.

Which is more affordable, Dermalogica or Simple?

Simple is more affordable, as reviewers often mention its high price point as a drawback for Dermalogica while noting Simple for its value-friendly products.

Dermalogica or Simple: which brand offers better deep hydration and moisture?

Dermalogica does better than Simple for deep hydration and moisture. The products on this page help deliver intense hydration and soothing moisturizers, though some users report a high price point.

Dermalogica or Simple: which brand has better options for gentle and sensitive-skin-friendly makeup removal?

Simple does better for gentle and sensitive-skin-friendly makeup removal. The products on this page provide gentle, sensitive-skin-friendly makeup removers.

Dermalogica or Simple: which brand provides better results for improving skin texture?

Dermalogica does better for improving and smoothing skin texture compared to Simple. Reviewers note that the products on this page offer brightening and smoothing serums that help improve overall skin texture.

Dermalogica or Simple for oily skin?

Dermalogica is a Superior fit for oily skin, whereas Simple offers a High fit on the products on this page. Dermalogica includes products like Retinol Clearing Oil, which has a Superior fit for oily skin.

Dermalogica or Simple: which moisturizer is better?

Dermalogica is better for moisturizers because the products on this page offer superior or high fit levels for deep hydration and dry skin. Reviewers note that Dermalogica provides intense hydration and soothing moisturizers, whereas Simple struggles with heavy makeup and sometimes lacks sufficient hydration.

Dermalogica or Simple for sensitive skin?

Both Dermalogica and Simple offer a high Lovi fit for sensitive skin, making either brand a solid choice. Dermalogica is noted for its deep hydration and moisture, while Simple is praised for being gentle on sensitive skin.

Dermalogica or Simple for acne-prone skin?

Dermalogica and Simple offer an equal level of routine fit for acne-prone skin, with both brands rated as High. The products on this page for Dermalogica feature key ingredients like salicylic acid, while Simple relies on niacinamide.

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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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