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Simple vs Allies of Skin

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Simple and Allies of Skin are two distinct skincare lines known for addressing specific complexions through targeted ingredients. Simple offers gentle moisturizers, makeup removers, cleansers, and toners featuring niacinamide and glycerin that suit oily and acne-prone skin best. Meanwhile, the second brand provides luxurious moisturizers, potent serums, and targeted eye products formulated with powerhouse ingredients like niacinamide that suit dry and acne-prone skin best. Ultimately, they differ in their overarching formulations, as the British brand focuses on accessible hydration while the other delivers deeply nourishing, advanced treatments.

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

Popular Simple vs Allies of Skin products

People Say

SimpleAllies of Skin
  • Gentle on sensitive skin Mostly MentionedOften 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”
    • “Best retinol for sensitive skin — Allies of Skin Retinal & Peptides Repair Night Cream”
  • Hydration and non-drying formulas Mostly MentionedMostly Mentioned
    • “banished dryness within days — Simple Replenishing Rich Moisturiser”
    • “Instantly boosts skin's hydration... face doesn't feel dry and tight. — Simple Micellar Cleansing Water”
    • “nourished and hydrated — Allies of Skin Peptides & Omegas Firming Eye Cream”
    • “more like a spray serum — Allies of Skin Molecular Saviour Probiotics Treatment Mist”
  • Lightweight and non-greasy Often MentionedOften Mentioned
    • “sinks in instantly — Simple Water Boost Hydrating Gel Cream”
    • “absorbs very quickly — Simple Hydrating Light Moisturiser”
    • “absorbs really well — Simple Replenishing Rich Moisturiser”
    • “sinks easily into damp skin — Allies of Skin Tranexamic & Arbutin Advanced Brightening Serum”
  • Fast results and texture improvement Not notedOften Mentioned
    • “scars visibly lightened after I started using this — Allies of Skin Tranexamic & Arbutin Advanced Brightening Serum”
    • “Woke up looking well-rested — Allies of Skin Retinal & Peptides Repair Night Cream”
    • “Faster skin recovery — Allies of Skin Copper Tripeptide & Ectoin Advanced Repair Serum”
  • Affordable price and value Often MentionedNot noted
    • “great value for money — Simple Kind to Skin Soothing Facial Toner”
    • “super affordable — Simple Hydrating Light Moisturiser”
    • “Can't beat the price for the quality. — Simple Micellar Water”
  • Convenient application and makeup base Often MentionedRarely Noted
    • “No need to rinse... perfect for traveling or lazy nights. — Simple Micellar Cleansing Water”
    • “makeup lays well — Simple Hydrating Light Moisturiser”
    • “works well under foundation — Simple Replenishing Rich Moisturiser”
    • “preps skin for better absorption — Allies of Skin Molecular Saviour Probiotics Treatment Mist”
  • High price point Not notedMostly Mentioned
    • “Pricey — Allies of Skin Copper Tripeptide & Ectoin Advanced Repair Serum”
  • Packaging and leaking issues Rarely NotedSometimes Noted
    • “Worried about the snap top bottle leaking when travelling. — Simple Micellar Cleansing Water”
    • “The cap broke off immediately. — Simple Micellar Water”
    • “hard to get last bit out — Simple Replenishing Rich Moisturiser”
    • “pump head is fixed — Allies of Skin Peptides & Omegas Firming Eye Cream”
  • Not enough hydration or moisture Often MentionedRarely Noted
    • “Don't feel hydrated — Allies of Skin Peptides & Antioxidants Firming Daily Treatment”
    • “not moisturizing enough — Simple Hydrating Light Moisturiser”

Simple vs Allies of Skin routines for dry skin

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Simple vs Allies of Skin routines for oily skin

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Simple vs Allies of Skin routines for combination skin

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Questions and answers

Simple or Allies of Skin: which is better?

Simple stands out for everyday affordability and lightweight hydration, whereas Allies of Skin excels with advanced anti-aging and fast-acting textures, though both share a fragrance-free formulation. For specialized care, Lovi rates Allies of Skin as Superior for dry skin routines, while Simple achieves a High fit level for the same skin type.

What is the difference between Simple and Allies of Skin?

Simple offers more affordable, lightweight, and gentle options that reviewers often praise for value, while Allies of Skin provides advanced serums and treatments aimed at fast results and texture improvement. Niacinamide helps reduce skin pigmentation and aging signs.

The British Journal of Dermatology, 2002Antioxidants, 2021

Simple or Allies of Skin for dry skin?

For dry skin, Lovi rates Allies of Skin as Superior and Simple as Average. Niacinamide, featured across the products on this page, helps reduce skin aging and pigmentation.

Antioxidants, 2021The British Journal of Dermatology, 2002

Simple or Allies of Skin: which moisturizer is better?

When comparing moisturizers, Simple offers lightweight, budget-friendly options, whereas Allies of Skin provides advanced treatments that Lovi rates as Superior for dry skin. Reviewers often note that Allies of Skin delivers effective hydration, though both brands list no fragrance across their products.

Which is more affordable, Simple or Allies of Skin?

Simple is more affordable, as the products on this page offer an affordable price and value compared to Allies of Skin, which has a high price point.

Which brand has more fragrance-free products, Simple or Allies of Skin?

Both brands offer fragrance-free options, as every product on this page for both Simple and Allies of Skin lists no fragrance in its ingredients.

What are the main key ingredients featured across Simple and Allies of Skin products?

Simple features key ingredients such as niacinamide and glycerin across the products on this page. Similarly, Allies of Skin also features niacinamide as a key ingredient across its products.

The British Journal of Dermatology, 2002Antioxidants, 2021

When was Simple founded and who owns it?

Simple was founded in 1960 in the United Kingdom and has been owned by Unilever PLC since 2011.

Simple or Allies of Skin for oily skin?

Both Simple and Allies of Skin are great choices, as Lovi rates their routines as High and Superior respectively for oily skin. Simple is often preferred for its lightweight and value-friendly moisturizers, while Allies of Skin is noted for its fast results and texture improvement.

Simple or Allies of Skin for sensitive skin?

Simple is well suited for sensitive skin, as the products on this page are rated High for that skin type and reviewers frequently note that the brand is gentle on sensitive skin. Allies of Skin is also a strong option on this page, with a Superior routine fit for sensitive skin.

Simple or Allies of Skin for acne-prone skin?

Both Simple and Allies of Skin offer high routine fit levels for acne-prone skin on the products on this page. Simple features gentle, sensitive-skin-friendly makeup removers, while Allies of Skin provides effective anti-aging and brightening serums.

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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