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Simple vs Trilogy

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Simple and Trilogy are two distinct skincare lines known for gentle cleansers and thoughtful moisturizers that incorporate nourishing ingredients. The British brand, founded in 1960 and owned by Unilever PLC since 2011, features niacinamide and glycerin to suit oily and acne-prone skin best, whereas the second brand builds on high-performing formulas to suit dry, balanced, and sensitive skin types best. While both offer targeted options like products for dark spots and mature skin, they differ in their foundational ingredients and primary skin compatibility.

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

Popular Simple vs Trilogy products

People Say

SimpleTrilogy
  • Hydration and moisture Mostly MentionedMostly Mentioned
    • “Keeps skin moisturized — Trilogy Vitamin C Ceramide Night Cream”
    • “Leaves skin thoroughly moisturised — Trilogy Line Smoothing Day Cream”
    • “Feels moisturizing — Trilogy Rosehip Cream Cleanser”
    • “banished dryness within days — Simple Replenishing Rich Moisturiser”
  • Gentle on sensitive skin Mostly MentionedMostly 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”
    • “Doesn't irritate my sensitive skin — Trilogy Rosehip Cream Cleanser”
  • 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”
    • “Not greasy — Trilogy Line Smoothing Day Cream”
  • Creamy and rich texture Not notedMostly Mentioned
    • “Silky cream consistency — Trilogy Rosehip Cream Cleanser”
    • “Luxuriously rich — Trilogy Vitamin C Ceramide Night Cream”
  • Affordable price point 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”
  • Fragrance-free formula Often MentionedNot noted
    • “Love that it has absolutely no scent. — Simple Micellar Water”
    • “love that it's alcohol-free — Simple Kind to Skin Soothing Facial Toner”
    • “No strong smell — Simple Refreshing Facial Wash”
  • Struggles with makeup removal Often MentionedSometimes Noted
    • “Not effective for heavy makeup — Trilogy Rosehip Cream Cleanser”
    • “Did not remove my mascara very well at all. — Simple Micellar Cleansing Water”
  • Too thick, heavy, or oily Not notedOften Mentioned
    • “A little bit too thick — Trilogy Vitamin C Ceramide Night Cream”
  • Caused breakouts or skin reactions Sometimes NotedRarely Noted
    • “Sting my skin a little — Trilogy Vitamin C Ceramide Night Cream”
    • “Gave me tiny bumps on my forehead. — Simple Micellar Water”

Questions and answers

Simple or Trilogy: which is better?

Simple stands out for its fragrance-free formulas and budget-friendly pricing, while Trilogy delivers superior hydration and moisture. Lovi rates Simple with a High fit for sensitive skin.

What is the difference between Simple and Trilogy?

Simple stands out for its budget-friendly, fragrance-free products that Lovi rates as a High or Superior fit for sensitive skin, while Trilogy tends to offer richer, more hydrating formulas with higher rates of fragrance use. Niacinamide helps reduce skin pigmentation, and glycerin supports skin hydration.

The British Journal of Dermatology, 2002

Simple or Trilogy: which cleanser is better?

Simple offers more reliable cleansing options, with the products on this page rated High for sensitive and oily skin, whereas Trilogy features a single cleanser that achieves a High fit for dry and sensitive skin. Simple is noted for being gentle on sensitive skin, while its Refreshing Facial Wash is rated Low for dry skin types.

Which is more affordable, Simple or Trilogy?

Simple is more affordable, offering value-friendly moisturizers and an affordable price point compared to Trilogy.

Which causes fewer breakouts, Simple or Trilogy?

Simple tends to cause fewer breakouts for shoppers, as Trilogy is noted for causing breakouts or skin reactions while Simple's reviewers frequently highlight its gentle, sensitive-skin-friendly makeup removers.

Between Simple and Trilogy, which brand offers more fragrance-free skincare products?

Simple offers more fragrance-free skincare products, as every product on its page lists no fragrance in its ingredients compared to Trilogy where 2 of 3 products list fragrance.

Which brand is better for sensitive skin, Simple or Trilogy?

Simple is better for sensitive skin because Lovi rates its toner as High for sensitive skin and every product on this page is fragrance-free. Glycerin helps provide moisture to the skin.

How do the founding years and corporate ownership of Simple and Trilogy compare?

Simple was founded in 1960 in the United Kingdom and has been owned by Unilever PLC since 2011. Trilogy was founded in 2002 and has been owned by CITIC Capital Holdings Limited since 2018.

Simple or Trilogy: which moisturizer is better?

Simple offers lightweight and affordable moisturizers with a fragrance-free formula, while Trilogy provides more hydrating and brightening moisturizers that include fragrance options in some products. Glycerin helps provide moisture in the products on this page.

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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