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celimax vs Augustinus Bader

Rated by Lovi · Unbiased, science-based skincare AI trained on real user outcomes · How the Fit score works

celimax and Augustinus Bader are two distinct skincare lines established in recent years. The first brand offers thoughtful serums, moisturizers, toners, and makeup removers with carefully selected ingredients like heartleaf and BHA, while the second brand provides nourishing moisturizers, targeted serums, and soothing eye products powered by sophisticated formulas. celimax suits sensitive and acne-prone skin best, whereas Augustinus Bader suits dry and dry sensitive skin best. They differ through their targeted compositions, delivering either reliable results for daily routines or graceful efficacy to support the complexion.

celimax is a Korean skincare brand founded in 2019 and owned by ABSORBLAB Co., Ltd..

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Augustinus Bader is a German skincare brand founded in 2018.

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This page compares some of the most popular celimax and Augustinus Bader products; for every product of both brands, with a fit score for your own skin, use the Lovi app.

Popular celimax vs Augustinus Bader products

People Say

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  • Hydration and Glow Sometimes NotedMostly Mentioned
    • “Instant youthful glow — Augustinus Bader The Rich Cream”
    • “Instantly hydrated — Augustinus Bader The Face Oil”
    • “skin is smoother — Augustinus Bader The Cream”
    • “gives a very beautiful glow to your skin — celimax Noni Ampoule”
  • Fast Absorption Rarely NotedMostly Mentioned
    • “light but nourishing — Augustinus Bader The Cream”
    • “sinks in instantly — Augustinus Bader The Serum”
    • “light gel texture — Augustinus Bader The Eye Cream”
    • “absorbs quickly and blends well with makeup — celimax Oil Control Light Sunscreen”
  • Skin Texture Improvement Often MentionedMostly Mentioned
    • “Softens fine lines — Augustinus Bader The Rich Cream”
    • “skin is smoother — Augustinus Bader The Cream”
    • “skin felt noticeably firmer — Augustinus Bader The Serum”
    • “glass-like smoothness — celimax RETINAL SHOT”
  • Soothing and Calming Often MentionedRarely Noted
    • “calms my face redness upon application — celimax Noni Ampoule”
    • “Calms irritation — celimax Dual Barrier Creamy Toner”
    • “No stinging on my hypersensitive skin — celimax Dual Barrier Skin Wearable Cream”
    • “calms redness — Augustinus Bader The Cream”
  • Deep Hydration Sometimes NotedOften Mentioned
    • “Extremely dry skin saved — Augustinus Bader The Rich Cream”
    • “instantly refreshing — Augustinus Bader The Eye Cream”
    • “Skin stays soft throughout the day — celimax Dual Barrier Creamy Toner”
  • Lightweight Texture Sometimes NotedSometimes Noted
    • “absorbs incredibly fast — celimax Pore+Dark Spot Brightening Serum”
    • “sinks right into the skin — celimax Noni Ampoule”
    • “light and non-greasy — celimax Derma Nature Fresh Blackhead Jojoba Cleansing Oil”
    • “Fast-absorbing — Augustinus Bader The Face Oil”
  • Price vs. Size and High Cost Rarely NotedMostly Mentioned
    • “Expensive for only 150ml — celimax Dual Barrier Creamy Toner”
  • Packaging and Dispenser Issues Sometimes NotedOften Mentioned
    • “pump shoots out — celimax Derma Nature Fresh Blackhead Jojoba Cleansing Oil”
    • “Getting the product out requires strength — celimax Dual Barrier Skin Wearable Cream”
    • “pads separate easily — celimax Ji.Woo.Gae Cica BHA Blemish Toner Pad”
    • “excessive packaging — Augustinus Bader The Serum”
  • Lack of Results Sometimes NotedOften Mentioned
    • “results take time — celimax Pore+Dark Spot Brightening Serum”
    • “didn't see major changes — celimax Pore+Dark Spot Brightening Pad”
    • “didn't notice a difference — celimax Noni Ampoule”
    • “didn't see dramatic results — Augustinus Bader The Cream”
  • Causes Breakouts Rarely NotedSometimes Noted
    • “made me break out in small red pimples — celimax Noni Ampoule”
    • “Caused closed comedones — celimax Dual Barrier Creamy Toner”
    • “tiny bumps — celimax Pore+Dark Spot Brightening Pad”
    • “Caused cystic acne — Augustinus Bader The Rich Cream”

celimax vs Augustinus Bader routines for dry skin

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celimax vs Augustinus Bader routines for oily skin

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celimax vs Augustinus Bader routines for combination skin

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Questions and answers

celimax or Augustinus Bader: which is better?

Augustinus Bader is generally better for hydration, radiance, and overall skin texture improvement, while celimax does better with soothing and calming.

What is the difference between celimax and Augustinus Bader?

Augustinus Bader is rated Superior for dry sensitive skin, whereas celimax is rated Average for that skin type. Additionally, reviewers report that Augustinus Bader provides better hydration and glow as well as faster absorption, while celimax is noted for being more soothing.

celimax or Augustinus Bader for dry skin?

Augustinus Bader is the better choice for dry skin, as Lovi rates its routine fit as Superior compared to an Average fit for celimax. Reviewers often mention Augustinus Bader for providing deep hydration, while topical hyaluronic acid helps improve dry skin quality.

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celimax or Augustinus Bader: which moisturizer is better?

Augustinus Bader provides a Superior routine fit for moisturizers on dry skin compared to celimax, which has an Average fit. Augustinus Bader is also noted for deep hydration and radiance, while celimax is praised for being soothing and calming.

Which is more affordable, celimax or Augustinus Bader?

Comparing the products on this page, celimax is more affordable, whereas Augustinus Bader is frequently noted by reviewers for its extreme price.

Where and when were celimax and Augustinus Bader founded, and who owns them?

Celimax was founded in 2019 in South Korea and is owned by ABSORBLAB Co., Ltd., while Augustinus Bader was founded in 2018 in Germany and is independently owned.

Which brand has better reviews for soothing and calming effects, celimax or Augustinus Bader?

Celimax does better for soothing and calming effects compared to Augustinus Bader.

What key ingredient is found across the Augustinus Bader products on this page?

The key ingredient found across the Augustinus Bader products on this page is TFC8.

celimax or Augustinus Bader for oily skin?

For oily skin, Augustinus Bader is a Superior match, while celimax fits at a High level according to the products on this page. Augustinus Bader may help deliver better radiance and texture improvement, but celimax offers lighter texture options.

celimax or Augustinus Bader for sensitive skin?

For sensitive skin, Lovi finds that both celimax and Augustinus Bader provide a High fit. Reviewers note that celimax offers soothing and calming moisturizers, while Augustinus Bader is known for deep hydration.

celimax or Augustinus Bader for acne-prone skin?

For acne-prone skin, both brands work well since Lovi rates Augustinus Bader as Superior and celimax as High. celimax focuses on soothing and lightweight textures, whereas Augustinus Bader offers deep hydration and radiance.

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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