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Elemis vs ISDIN

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Elemis and ISDIN are established European skincare houses that offer distinct approaches to daily care. The British brand is known for nourishing serums, rich moisturizers, gentle cleansers, and refining toners featuring glycerin and shea, suiting dry and mature skin best. Meanwhile, the Spanish brand is beloved for sophisticated moisturizers, advanced sunscreens, targeted serums, and soothing eye products that suit dry and combination skin. While both share a focus on high-performance care, they differ in their heritage and precise formulation philosophies.

Elemis is a British skincare brand founded in 1989 and owned by L'Occitane Group since 2019.

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

Popular Elemis vs ISDIN products

People Say

ElemisISDIN
  • 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”
    • “Lightweight formula absorbs fast — ISDIN Hyaluronic Concentrate”
    • “Absorbs almost immediately, and my skin feels well hydrated all day. — Elemis Pro-Collagen Marine Cream”
  • Hydration and Moisture Mostly MentionedMostly Mentioned
    • “The cream really hydrates and my face looks amazing. — Elemis Pro-Collagen Night Cream”
    • “Quenches thirsty skin... immediate improvement. — Elemis Pro-Collagen Marine Cream”
    • “Improved moisture and texture — ISDIN Hyaluronic Moisture”
    • “My skin felt sooo hydrated and looks so plump and dewey. — ISDIN Fusion Water”
  • Gentle on Sensitive Skin Often MentionedOften Mentioned
    • “Sensitive/reactive skin tolerates — ISDIN Hyaluronic Moisture”
    • “no excessive exfoliation — ISDIN Retinal Intense Serum”
    • “doesn't sting eyes — ISDIN Eryfotona Actinica”
    • “no stinging or redness — Elemis Papaya Enzyme Peel”
  • Sun Protection and Special Care Sometimes NotedOften Mentioned
    • “doesn't leave you white as a ghost — ISDIN Fusion Water”
    • “applicator has a cooling effect — ISDIN K-Ox Eyes”
    • “helps reduce swelling in the area of my under-eye bags — ISDIN K-Ox Eyes”
    • “face feels super clean — Elemis Dynamic Resurfacing Facial Wash”
  • Brightening and Radiance Often MentionedSometimes Noted
    • “healthy glow — Elemis Dynamic Resurfacing Facial Pads”
    • “instantly fresh glow — Elemis Dynamic Resurfacing Facial Wash”
    • “Once I started using Elemis Superfood facial oil... my skin began to glow. — Elemis Superfood Facial Oil”
    • “My hyperpigmentation has lightened and skin looks more even, even shines more. — ISDIN Flavo-C Serum”
  • Skin Texture and Smoothing Often MentionedRarely Noted
    • “baby soft — Elemis Dynamic Resurfacing Facial Pads”
    • “skin feels baby soft — Elemis Papaya Enzyme Peel”
    • “skin feels baby-soft — Elemis Dynamic Resurfacing Facial Wash”
    • “skin was much smoother — ISDIN Retinal Intense Serum”
  • High Price Point Mostly MentionedOften Mentioned
    • “very expensive — ISDIN Eryfotona Actinica”
    • “My only wish is that ISDIN would make this product in a bigger size bottle. — ISDIN Fusion Water”
    • “high cost — ISDIN K-Ox Eyes”
    • “Complete waste of money for me. — Elemis Pro-Collagen Marine Cream”
  • Strong or Unpleasant Fragrance Often MentionedOften Mentioned
    • “The smell is very strong... could not handle for long. — Elemis Pro-Collagen Marine Cream”
    • “smell is too strong — Elemis Pro-Collagen Cleansing Balm”
    • “smell is overpowering — ISDIN Eryfotona Actinica”
    • “lingering headache inducing effect — ISDIN K-Ox Eyes”
  • Breakouts and Skin Irritation Sometimes NotedSometimes Noted
    • “blurry vision — Elemis Pro-Collagen Cleansing Balm”
    • “It peels horribly no matter how I apply it. — Elemis Pro-Collagen Marine Cream”
    • “this did make my eyes water water in the sun. — ISDIN Fusion Water”
    • “mild redness or irritation — ISDIN K-Ox Eyes”

Elemis vs ISDIN routines for dry skin

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Elemis vs ISDIN routines for oily skin

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Elemis vs ISDIN routines for combination skin

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Questions and answers

Elemis or ISDIN: which is better?

ISDIN may be better for sun protection and sensitive skin, whereas Elemis often does better for brightening and smoothing skin texture.

What is the difference between Elemis and ISDIN?

ISDIN generally stands out for ultralight sunscreens and sensitive skin care, while Elemis is often chosen for brightening and smoothing skin texture. Reviewers note that both brands share a high price point.

Elemis or ISDIN for dry skin?

ISDIN may be the better choice for dry skin, as the routine fit for dry skin is Superior compared to Elemis which has a High fit. Reviewers frequently mention that ISDIN offers lightweight moisturizers and ultralight sunscreens that help provide hydration.

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Elemis or ISDIN: which moisturizer is better?

ISDIN offers better-rated moisturizers on this page for most skin types, featuring items like Hyaluronic Concentrate with a High fit for sensitive skin. Elemis also provides popular options, such as the Pro-Collagen Marine Cream, which helps hydrate mature skin with a Superior fit.

Dermatologic Therapy, 2022

Which is more affordable, Elemis or ISDIN?

Both Elemis and ISDIN share a high price point as a common drawback noted by reviewers, so neither brand is more affordable on this page.

Which brand has better sun protection and special care, Elemis or ISDIN?

ISDIN has better sun protection and special care compared to Elemis. Lovi rates the routine fit for ISDIN as Superior across various skin types.

Elemis or ISDIN for brightening and radiance?

Elemis is better for brightening and radiance, as the products on this page achieve better results in this area.

Elemis or ISDIN for oily skin?

Both brands offer options for oily skin, but ISDIN may suit you better because the products on this page provide superior routine fit for oily skin compared to Elemis. Reviewers frequently mention that ISDIN delivers ultralight sunscreens that help keep shine at bay without feeling heavy.

Elemis or ISDIN for sensitive skin?

Both Elemis and ISDIN work well, but ISDIN is better for sensitive skin because its products are gentler and more lightweight. Reviewers note that ISDIN is superior for sensitive skin, while Lovi rates the routine fit for sensitive skin as High for Elemis and Superior for ISDIN.

Elemis or ISDIN for acne-prone skin?

Both brands are a strong choice for acne-prone skin, with Lovi rating Elemis High and ISDIN Superior for this skin type. Reviewers note that ISDIN provides lighter formulas and sun protection, while Elemis helps improve skin texture and brightness.

Elemis or ISDIN for mature skin?

Both Elemis and ISDIN are great options for mature skin, with Elemis having a High routine fit and ISDIN achieving a Superior routine fit on this page. Reviewers often mention Elemis for its brightening and radiance, while ISDIN is noted for its lightweight sunscreens and gentle formulations.

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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