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ISDIN vs Aēsop

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ISDIN and Aēsop are two distinguished skincare labels defined by meticulous formulation and distinct philosophies. The Spanish house relies on advanced sunscreens, targeted serums, and soothing eye products, while its Australian counterpart champions botanical cleansers and nourishing treatments. The former suits dry and combination skin best, whereas the latter harmonizes with balanced, combination, and sensitive complexions. Ultimately, both brands differ through their unique ingredient pairings, offering tailored solutions for concerns ranging from acne-prone to mature skin.

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

Popular ISDIN vs Aēsop products

People Say

ISDINAēsop
  • Lightweight and fluid texture Mostly MentionedNot noted
    • “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”
  • Deeply hydrating Sometimes NotedOften Mentioned
    • “Savior of my winter-fueled dry skin. — Aēsop B Triple C Facial Balancing Gel”
    • “delivers deep hydration that really fills your skin — Aēsop Parsley Seed Anti-Oxidant Intense Serum”
    • “Improved moisture and texture — ISDIN Hyaluronic Moisture”
  • Gentle on sensitive skin Often MentionedNot noted
    • “Sensitive/reactive skin tolerates — ISDIN Hyaluronic Moisture”
    • “no excessive exfoliation — ISDIN Retinal Intense Serum”
    • “doesn't sting eyes — ISDIN Eryfotona Actinica”
  • Pleasant scent Rarely NotedOften Mentioned
    • “smells divine — Aēsop Damascan Rose Facial Treatment”
    • “Soft herbal scent that feels fresh and floral. — Aēsop Parsley Seed Facial Cleanser”
    • “Smells absolutely amazing — ISDIN Hyaluronic Concentrate”
  • Non-greasy or non-sticky finish Sometimes NotedSometimes Noted
    • “dries down matte — ISDIN Eryfotona Actinica”
    • “Non-greasy — ISDIN Hyaluronic Moisture”
    • “absorbs well into the skin — Aēsop Damascan Rose Facial Treatment”
  • Makeup compatibility and performance Often MentionedNot noted
    • “acts like a primer — ISDIN Eryfotona Actinica”
    • “My skin felt sooo hydrated and looks so plump and dewey. — ISDIN Fusion Water”
    • “Great under makeup — ISDIN Hyaluronic Concentrate”
  • High price point Often MentionedMostly 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”
    • “quantity is too small — Aēsop Damascan Rose Facial Treatment”
  • Difficult or sticky texture Not notedOften Mentioned
    • “Thick, almost honey-like, and needs a moment to melt in. — Aēsop B Triple C Facial Balancing Gel”
  • Packaging issues and frustrating design Rarely NotedOften Mentioned
    • “Pump stopped working — ISDIN Hyaluronic Concentrate”
    • “I like the actual product, but the packaging is awful, I've already lost three bottles the applicator pops off. — ISDIN Flavo-C Serum”
    • “The downside is the pump. — Aēsop Parsley Seed Facial Cleanser”
  • Product pilling Rarely NotedOften Mentioned
    • “Pilled up on my skin — ISDIN Hyaluronic Moisture”
    • “When applied directly to the face, it feels slippery and pills up. — Aēsop B Triple C Facial Balancing Gel”
  • Unpleasant smell Rarely NotedSometimes Noted
    • “While I do like the product, the smell is very off-putting. — ISDIN Flavo-C Serum”
    • “Awful scent — ISDIN Hyaluronic Moisture”
    • “smells like carrots — Aēsop Damascan Rose Facial Treatment”

Questions and answers

ISDIN or Aēsop: which is better?

ISDIN is better for lightweight and makeup-friendly sunscreens, while Aēsop is better for deep hydration and non-greasy, balancing moisturizers. Reviewers note that both brands share a high price point.

What is the difference between ISDIN and Aēsop?

ISDIN offers ultralight, skin-friendly sunscreens with a high fit for dry and acne-prone skin, whereas Aēsop provides deeply hydrating, non-greasy moisturizers with a High fit for all skin types on this page using the Parsley Seed Anti-Oxidant Intense Serum.

ISDIN or Aēsop: which moisturizer is better?

When it comes to moisturizers, Aēsop is noted for providing deep hydration, while the products on this page from ISDIN fit dry, combination, and acne-prone skin best. Reviewers often mention that Aēsop offers non-greasy, balancing moisturizers, whereas ISDIN's moisturizers are described as lightweight.

Which is more affordable, ISDIN or Aēsop?

Both brands are noted for having a high price point, so neither stands out as more affordable on this page. Reviewers frequently mention high prices as a drawback for the products on this page for both ISDIN and Aēsop.

Which causes fewer breakouts, ISDIN or Aēsop?

When it comes to acne-prone skin, the products on this page show that both ISDIN and Aēsop offer options with High fit levels, such as ISDIN's Eryfotona Actinica and Aēsop's Parsley Seed Anti-Oxidant Intense Serum.

Between ISDIN and Aēsop, which brand has better options for sensitive skin?

ISDIN has better options for sensitive skin, with products on the page like Eryfotona Actinica earning a Superior fit level for sensitive skin. Reviewers also note that ISDIN is gentler on sensitive skin compared to Aãsop.

How do the fragrance options and reviewer-noted scents compare between ISDIN and Aēsop products?

When it comes to fragrance, the products on this page for ISDIN include added fragrance in five out of eight items alongside strong fragrance noted by reviewers, whereas every Aēsop product lists no fragrance in its ingredients. Reviewers also mention luxurious and refreshing scents for Aēsop, while ISDIN sometimes receives notes for an unpleasant smell.

Which brand offers superior sunscreens according to the fit levels and reviewer feedback?

ISDIN offers superior sunscreens on this page, with Eryfotona Actinica earning a Superior fit level for mature, sensitive, and dry sensitive skin, and Fusion Water achieving a Superior fit level for dry and dry sensitive skin. Reviewers also frequently note that ISDIN provides ultralight, skin-friendly, and makeup-friendly sunscreens.

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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