# Galderma vs Vasanti

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Galderma and Vasanti are skincare brands offering targeted solutions for diverse complexions. The Swiss company focuses on specialized [serums](https://lovi.care/skincare/de/ingredients/serum) and acne gels featuring active ingredients like [benzoyl peroxide](https://lovi.care/skincare/de/ingredients/benzoyl-peroxide) and [adapalene](https://lovi.care/skincare/de/ingredients/adapalene), suiting oily and acne-prone skin best. Meanwhile, the Canadian brand is cherished for its gentle exfoliants and balanced formulas that renew the complexion, fitting balanced, combination, and sensitive skin types. While both brands deliver reliable results through thoughtful formulation, Galderma addresses specific concerns like dark spots and mature skin, whereas Vasanti relies on gentle physical renewal for clearer skin.

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

[en.wikipedia.org](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Galderma)

Vasanti is a Canadian skincare brand founded in 1999.

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This page compares some of the most popular Galderma and Vasanti products; for every product of both brands, with a fit score for your own skin, [use the Lovi app](https://app.pora.ai/vqqJ/j1xj2b6o?af_sub2=compare&af_sub3=selection_note&af_sub4=pgc451e40a38).

### Popular Galderma vs Vasanti products

#### Galderma

- [Epiduo Gel](https://lovi.care/skincare/de/p/galderma/epiduo-gel/for/acne-prone-skin) — High fit
- [Benzac AC 5](https://lovi.care/skincare/de/p/galderma/benzac-ac-5/for/oily-acne-prone-skin) — High fit — [€16.64 at Amazon](https://www.amazon.de/dp/B00HAX07NA?tag=lovi-care-web-product05-21&linkCode=osi&th=1&psc=1)
- [Benzac AC Mild Strength 2.5% Acne Gel](https://lovi.care/skincare/de/p/galderma/benzac-ac-mild-strength-2-5-acne-gel/for/oily-acne-prone-skin) — High fit

#### Vasanti

- [Brighten Up! Exfoliator](https://lovi.care/skincare/de/p/vasanti/brighten-up-exfoliator/for/dry-skin) — High fit

## Questions and answers

### Galderma or Vasanti: which is better?

Galderma is better for oily and acne-prone skin, where the products on this page achieve a High Lovi fit. However, users may experience severe dryness, peeling, and irritation.

[The Cochrane Database of Systematic Reviews, 2020](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/32175593/) [American Journal of Clinical Dermatology, 2018](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/29549588/)

### What is the difference between Galderma and Vasanti?

Galderma is a Swiss brand offering fragrance-free acne [serums](https://lovi.care/skincare/de/ingredients/serum) that Lovi rates High for oily and acne-prone skin, whereas Vasanti is a Canadian independent brand with a scented exfoliator that Lovi rates Average across most skin types. Galderma products help clear acne effectively but may cause severe dryness and irritation.

[The Cochrane Database of Systematic Reviews, 2020](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/32175593/) [American Journal of Clinical Dermatology, 2018](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/29549588/)

### Which is more affordable, Galderma or Vasanti?

Neither Galderma nor Vasanti shows pricing information on this page.

### Which causes fewer breakouts, Galderma or Vasanti?

Galderma features effective acne-clearing serums on this page that are a High fit for oily acne-prone skin, whereas Vasanti offers only an Average fit for that skin type. [Benzoyl peroxide](https://lovi.care/skincare/de/ingredients/benzoyl-peroxide) helps reduce acne-causing bacteria, though the products on this page may cause severe dryness and peeling.

[The Cochrane Database of Systematic Reviews, 2020](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/32175593/) [Journal of Shoulder and Elbow Surgery, 2021](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/33545336/)

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

Galderma was founded in 1981 in Switzerland, whereas Vasanti was founded later in 1999 in Canada.

### Which brand offers fragrance-free products according to the ingredient lists, Galderma or Vasanti?

Galderma offers fragrance-free options because every product on its page lists no fragrance in its ingredients, whereas Vasanti includes fragrance in its exfoliator.

### What are the main skin types that Galderma's brand-focused routines fit best?

Galderma's brand-focused routines fit oily skin, acne-prone skin, and oily acne-prone skin best.

## Research behind their key ingredients

- [Topical use of dexpanthenol in skin disorders](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/12113650/) Panthenol · American Journal of Clinical Dermatology, 2002
- [Topical benzoyl peroxide for acne](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/32175593/) Benzoyl peroxide, Benzoyl peroxide 25mg g · The Cochrane Database of Systematic Reviews, 2020
- [Prevention and Reduction of Atrophic Acne Scars with Adapalene 0.3%/Benzoyl Peroxide 2.5% Gel in Subjects with Moderate or Severe Facial Acne: Results of a 6-Month Randomized, Vehicle-Controlled Trial Using Intra-Individual Comparison](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/29549588/) Adapalene · American Journal of Clinical Dermatology, 2018
- [Benzoyl peroxide treatment decreases Cutibacterium acnes in shoulder surgery, from skin incision until wound closure](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/33545336/) Benzoyl peroxide, Benzoyl peroxide 25mg g · Journal of Shoulder and Elbow Surgery, 2021
- [The 24-hour skin hydration and barrier function effects of a hyaluronic 1%, glycerin 5%, and Centella asiatica stem cells extract moisturizing fluid: an intra-subject, randomized, assessor-blinded study](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/28860834/) Glycerin · Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology, 2017
- [Efficacy and Safety of a Fixed-Dose Clindamycin Phosphate 1.2%, Benzoyl Peroxide 3.1%, and Adapalene 0.15% Gel for Moderate-to-Severe Acne: A Randomized Phase II Study of the First Triple-Combination Drug](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/34674160/) Benzoyl peroxide, Benzoyl peroxide 25mg g · American Journal of Clinical Dermatology, 2022
- [A new topical panthenol-containing emollient: Results from two randomized controlled studies assessing its skin moisturization and barrier restoration potential, and the effect on skin microflora](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/27425824/) Panthenol · The Journal of Dermatological Treatment, 2017
- [A topical gel of tea tree oil nanoemulsion containing adapalene versus adapalene marketed gel in patients with acne vulgaris: a randomized clinical trial](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/34251536/) Adapalene · Archives of Dermatological Research, 2022
- [Development of Multifunctional Cosmetic Cream Using Bioactive Materials from Streptomyces sp. T65 with Synthesized Mesoporous Silica Particles SBA-15](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/32224894/) Silicon dioxide · Antioxidants, 2020
- [Formulating octyl methoxycinnamate in hybrid lipid-silica nanoparticles: An innovative approach for UV skin protection](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/32395645/) Silicon dioxide · Heliyon, 2020
- [Clindamycin phosphate 1.2%/adapalene 0.15%/benzoyl peroxide 3.1% gel for moderate-to-severe acne: Efficacy and safety results from two randomized phase 3 trials](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37656094/) Adapalene · Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology, 2023
- [Efficacy and safety of microencapsulated benzoyl peroxide and microencapsulated tretinoin for the treatment of acne vulgaris: Results from two phase 3 double-blind, randomized, vehicle-controlled studies](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37356627/) Benzoyl peroxide, Benzoyl peroxide 25mg g · Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology, 2023
- [Semi-Solid Dosage Forms Containing Pranoprofen-Loaded NLC as Topical Therapy for Local Inflammation: In Vitro, Ex Vivo and In Vivo Evaluation](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37367119/) Carbomer 940 · Gels, 2023
- [Treatment of mild to moderate acne with a fixed combination of hydroxypinacolone retinoate, retinol glycospheres and papain glycospheres](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/25876142/) Papain · Giornale Italiano Di Dermatologia E Venereologia, 2015
- [The evaluation of aluminum oxide crystal microdermabrasion for photodamage](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/11737128/) Aluminum oxide · Dermatologic Surgery, 2001
- [Starch- and carboxymethyl cellulose-based films as active beauty masks with papain incorporation](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/36652986/) Carica papaya · International Journal of Biological Macromolecules, 2023
- [Evaluation of the Efficacy and Safety of a Panthenol-Enriched Mask for Skin Barrier Recovery After Facial Laser Treatment: Results of a Double-Blind Randomized Controlled Study](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/40613435/) Panthenol · Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2025

## The brands

- Swiss skincare: [Galderma](https://lovi.care/skincare/de/brands/galderma)
- Canadian skincare: [Vasanti](https://lovi.care/skincare/de/brands/vasanti)

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## About the Lovi Fit

Lovi: Unbiased, science-based skincare AI trained on real user outcomes.

Lovi compares products by their fit scores, calculated from the full ingredient list with brand-independent rules its 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. Levels from best to worst: Superior, High, Average, Low, Caution, Warning.

Behind this comparison: Nadia Kapleva, MS (Co-founder, Medical Director); Alexey Shagraev, PhD (Co-founder, CEO and CTO); Dr. Sofía Perea Pérez, MD, MSc (Medical Board); Aishani Shah, MD (Medical Board); Asya Zubkova, MS (Medical Board); Hanna Kurets, MD (Medical Board, Medical Advisor); Elina Nazarenko, MD (Medical Board); Victoria Derkova, MS (Medical Board).

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