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Galderma vs Carotone

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

Galderma and Carotone are established skincare brands known for their targeted serums and carefully crafted formulas, with the former originating in Switzerland in 1981 and owned by Galderma Group AG. Both offer specialized solutions, where the Swiss brand fits oily skin and acne-prone skin best with options like Epiduo Gel and Benzac AC, while the latter suits dry, normal, and combination skin best using products such as the Brightening Cream for acne-prone skin. Ultimately, they differ in their core formulations and skin type compatibility, providing distinct pathways to support a radiant and even complexion.

Galderma is a Swiss skincare brand founded in 1981 and owned by Galderma Group AG.

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

Popular Galderma vs Carotone products

Galderma vs Carotone serums and treatments

Questions and answers

Galderma or Carotone: which is better?

Galderma is the better choice for oily and acne-prone skin types, as the products on this page achieve a High Lovi fit for those needs. Reviewers mostly mention that these serums effectively clear acne, though they may cause severe dryness and peeling. Carotone only reaches an Average Lovi fit across all skin types.

The Cochrane Database of Systematic Reviews, 2020Journal of Shoulder and Elbow Surgery, 2021

What is the difference between Galderma and Carotone?

Galderma features effective acne-clearing serums that Lovi rates as High for oily and acne-prone skin, whereas Carotone offers the Brightening Cream which Lovi rates as Average across all skin types. Galderma products on this page help clear acne, but reviewers note they may cause severe dryness and peeling. Benzoyl peroxide in Galderma formulas helps treat acne.

The Cochrane Database of Systematic Reviews, 2020Journal of Shoulder and Elbow Surgery, 2021

Which is more affordable, Galderma or Carotone?

Neither Galderma nor Carotone lists pricing details on this page, so affordability cannot be compared.

Which causes fewer breakouts, Galderma or Carotone?

Galderma is a better fit for oily and acne-prone skin, with products on the page receiving a High Lovi fit level for those types, while Carotone averages only average fits. Benzoyl peroxide helps clear acne.

The Cochrane Database of Systematic Reviews, 2020Journal of Shoulder and Elbow Surgery, 2021

How do the founding years and countries of origin compare between Galderma and Carotone?

Galderma was founded in Switzerland in 1981, whereas Carotone was founded in 2009 with its country of origin not available.

What are the main negative side effects reported by reviewers for Galderma products?

Reviewers of the products on this page for Galderma mostly report severe dryness, peeling, irritation, and discomfort as the main negative side effects.

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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