# A+ vs grace & stella

Page: https://lovi.care/skincare/fr/compare/a-vs-grace-and-stella

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A+ and grace & stella are two distinct skincare lines established in India in 1990 and Canada in 2016, respectively. The Indian brand is widely beloved for its gentle moisturizers and thoughtfully calibrated formulas, while the Canadian brand is loved for its nourishing eye products and moisturizers featuring carefully crafted formulas designed for daily self-care. The former suits sensitive skin best because of its mild composition, whereas the latter suits all skin types best, offering gentle hydration and restorative care. Ultimately, both differ primarily in their geographical origins, founding years, and specific product strengths, such as the former providing reliable support for daily moisture balance and the latter offering targeted options like the Under Eye Mask and the [Hyaluronic Acid](https://lovi.care/skincare/fr/ingredients/hyaluronic-acid) [Serum](https://lovi.care/skincare/fr/ingredients/serum).

A+ is an Indian skincare brand founded in 1990.

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grace & stella is a Canadian skincare brand founded in 2016 and owned by Gravitiq since 2022.

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This page compares some of the most popular A+ and grace & stella 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=pg95ec801e0e).

### Popular A+ vs grace & stella products

#### grace & stella

- [Under Eye Mask](https://lovi.care/skincare/fr/p/grace-and-stella/under-eye-mask/for/oily-skin) — Superior fit — [€27.95 at Amazon](https://www.amazon.fr/dp/B014G1G10Q?tag=lovi-care-web-product06-21&linkCode=osi&th=1&psc=1)
- [Hyaluronic Acid Serum](https://lovi.care/skincare/fr/p/grace-and-stella/hyaluronic-acid-serum/for/dry-sensitive-skin) — High fit

#### A+

- [345 Relief Cream](https://lovi.care/skincare/fr/p/a/345-relief-cream/for/sensitive-skin) — Average fit

## Questions and answers

### A+ or grace & stella: which is better?

grace & stella fits better because its products reach High and Superior Lovi fit levels across most skin types, whereas A+ products on this page only reach Average and Low levels. Both brands feature no fragrance across all products on this page.

### What is the difference between A+ and grace & stella?

grace & stella offers products on this page with Superior and High Lovi fit levels across most skin types, whereas A+ products on this page reach only Average or Low fit levels. Additionally, grace & stella was founded in Canada in 2016, while A+ was founded in India in 1990.

### A+ or grace & stella: which moisturizer is better?

grace & stella provides a better moisturizer option because its [Hyaluronic Acid](https://lovi.care/skincare/fr/ingredients/hyaluronic-acid) [Serum](https://lovi.care/skincare/fr/ingredients/serum) achieves a High Lovi fit for dry skin, whereas the A+ 345 Relief Cream only reaches an Average fit. Furthermore, topical hyaluronic acid helps improve skin hydration and signs of aging.

[Dermatologic Therapy, 2022](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/36200921/)

### Which is more affordable, A+ or grace & stella?

The provided page facts do not mention the prices of products from either A+ or grace & stella.

### Which causes fewer breakouts, A+ or grace & stella?

grace & stella fits acne-prone skin better, with High Lovi fit levels for its products on this page, whereas A+ products on this page only have an Average fit for acne-prone skin.

### When and where were A+ and grace & stella founded?

A+ was founded in 1990 in India, while grace & stella was founded in 2016 in Canada.

### Do products from A+ and grace & stella contain fragrance?

No, every product from both A+ and grace & stella lists no fragrance in its ingredients on this page.

### Which brand has been acquired by Gravitiq?

grace & stella has been acquired by Gravitiq since 2022, whereas A+ is owned by an independent company.

## Research behind their key ingredients

- [The effect of niacinamide on reducing cutaneous pigmentation and suppression of melanosome transfer](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/12100180/) Niacinamide · The British Journal of Dermatology, 2002
- [Benefits of topical hyaluronic acid for skin quality and signs of skin aging: From literature review to clinical evidence](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/36200921/) Sodium hyaluronate · Dermatologic Therapy, 2022
- [Topical use of dexpanthenol in skin disorders](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/12113650/) Panthenol · American Journal of Clinical Dermatology, 2002
- [Ceramide 1 and ceramide 3 act synergistically on skin hydration and the transepidermal water loss of sodium lauryl sulfate-irritated skin](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/18717861/) Ceramide np · International Journal of Dermatology, 2008
- [Clinical, biometric and structural evaluation of the long-term effects of a topical treatment with ascorbic acid and madecassoside in photoaged human skin](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/18503551/) Centella asiatica leaf extract · Experimental Dermatology, 2008
- [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
- [Randomized controlled study for the anti-aging effect of human adipocyte-derived mesenchymal stem cell media combined with niacinamide after laser therapy](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/33103316/) Niacinamide · Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2021
- [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
- [Senomorphic activity of a combination of niacinamide and hyaluronic acid: correlation with clinical improvement of skin aging](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/39009698/) Niacinamide · Scientific Reports, 2024
- [Systematic Study of Paeonol/Madecassoside Co-Delivery Nanoemulsion Transdermal Delivery System for Enhancing Barrier Repair and Anti-Inflammatory Efficacy](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37446936/) Centella asiatica leaf extract · Molecules, 2023
- [A Lipid Mixture Enriched by Ceramide NP with Fatty Acids of Diverse Chain Lengths Contributes to Restore the Skin Barrier Function Impaired by Topical Corticosteroid](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/34348350/) Ceramide np · Skin Pharmacology and Physiology, 2022
- [Efficacy and safety of moisturizer containing 5% panthenol, madecassoside, and copper-zinc-manganese versus 0.02% triamcinolone acetonide cream in decreasing adverse reaction and downtime after ablative fractional carbon dioxide laser resurfacing: A split-face, double-blinded, randomized, controlled trial](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/30945430/) Centella asiatica leaf extract · Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2019
- [Development of solid lipid microparticles (SLMs) containing asiatic acid for topical treatment of acne: Characterization, stability, in vitro and in vivo anti-acne assessment](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/38460769/) Centella asiatica leaf extract · International Journal of Pharmaceutics, 2024
- [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
- [Functional properties and skin care effects of sodium trehalose sulfate](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/38606717/) Trehalose · Skin Research and Technology, 2024

## The brands

- Indian skincare: [A+](https://lovi.care/skincare/fr/brands/a)
- Canadian skincare: [grace & stella](https://lovi.care/skincare/fr/brands/grace-and-stella)

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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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