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ISDIN vs Dr. Barbara Sturm

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ISDIN and Dr. Barbara Sturm are distinct skincare lines created to nurture the complexion through scientifically advanced formulations. The Spanish brand founded in 1975 offers thoughtful sunscreens, moisturizers, serums, and eye products that suit sensitive and acne-prone skin best by respecting delicate moisture barriers. Conversely, the German brand founded in 2014 features nourishing serums, clarifying exfoliants, and gentle moisturizers that suit sensitive, dry, and balanced skin best through a focus on deep hydration. Ultimately, the two differ in their historical origins and specific botanical philosophies, while both remaining dedicated to maintaining a healthy, balanced, and radiant appearance.

ISDIN is a Spanish skincare brand founded in 1975 and owned by Puig.

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Dr. Barbara Sturm is a German skincare brand founded in 2014 and owned by Puig since 2024.

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

Popular ISDIN vs Dr. Barbara Sturm products

People Say

ISDINDr. Barbara Sturm
  • Lightweight and fast-absorbing texture Mostly MentionedOften Mentioned
    • “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”
    • “sinks in immediately — Dr. Barbara Sturm Hyaluronic Serum”
  • Gentle and suitable for sensitive skin Often MentionedMostly Mentioned
    • “Sensitive/reactive skin tolerates — ISDIN Hyaluronic Moisture”
    • “no excessive exfoliation — ISDIN Retinal Intense Serum”
    • “doesn't irritate my sensitive skin — Dr. Barbara Sturm The Good C Vitamin C Serum”
    • “reduced redness — Dr. Barbara Sturm Hyaluronic Serum”
  • Hydration and plumping Rarely NotedOften Mentioned
    • “lines less visible — Dr. Barbara Sturm Hyaluronic Serum”
    • “skin feels softer — Dr. Barbara Sturm The Good C Vitamin C Serum”
    • “Skin feels intensely hydrated — ISDIN Hyaluronic Concentrate”
  • Deeply hydrating Sometimes NotedOften Mentioned
    • “skin drank it up — Dr. Barbara Sturm Hyaluronic Serum”
    • “Improved moisture and texture — ISDIN Hyaluronic Moisture”
  • Smoother skin texture Rarely NotedOften Mentioned
    • “skin texture is immediately more even — Dr. Barbara Sturm Enzyme Cleanser”
    • “skin was much smoother — ISDIN Retinal Intense Serum”
  • Repairs sun damage and brightens skin tone Sometimes NotedOften Mentioned
    • “skin looks brighter — Dr. Barbara Sturm The Good C Vitamin C Serum”
    • “My hyperpigmentation has lightened and skin looks more even, even shines more. — ISDIN Flavo-C Serum”
  • 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”
    • “way too expensive — Dr. Barbara Sturm Hyaluronic Serum”
  • Lack of results Rarely NotedOften Mentioned
    • “don't see result — ISDIN K-Ox Eyes”
    • “no noticeable changes yet — ISDIN Retinal Intense Serum”
    • “did nothing — Dr. Barbara Sturm Hyaluronic Serum”

Questions and answers

ISDIN or Dr. Barbara Sturm: which is better?

Dr. Barbara Sturm is better for hydration, plumping, and smoothing texture, while ISDIN is better for ultralight, makeup-friendly sunscreens. For skin types on this page, Dr. Barbara Sturm helps repair sun damage and brighten skin tone, whereas ISDIN is a good fit for sensitive and acne-prone skin.

What is the difference between ISDIN and Dr. Barbara Sturm?

ISDIN offers ultralight sunscreens and lightweight moisturizers with higher price points, while Dr. Barbara Sturm excels in hydration, plumping, and smoothing skin texture with fragrance-free formulas. Dr. Barbara Sturm also does better at repairing sun damage and brightening skin tone.

ISDIN or Dr. Barbara Sturm: which moisturizer is better?

Dr. Barbara Sturm does better for hydration and plumping among moisturizers on this page. For its moisturizers, Lovi fit levels vary from Average to High, while ISDIN moisturizers range from Average to Low fit depending on the skin type.

Which is more affordable, ISDIN or Dr. Barbara Sturm?

Dr. Barbara Sturm and ISDIN both have a high price point. However, the products on this page show that ISDIN carries a high price point as a common negative reviewer mention, while Dr. Barbara Sturm does not.

Which causes fewer breakouts, ISDIN or Dr. Barbara Sturm?

ISDIN fits acne-prone skin best with High levels across several products like Eryfotona Actinica, while Dr. Barbara Sturm has fewer acne-specific options listed on this page. Reviewers note that ISDIN offers lightweight, skin-friendly sunscreens that help prevent clogged pores.

How do the founding years and countries of origin compare between ISDIN and Dr. Barbara Sturm?

ISDIN was founded in 1975 in Spain, whereas Dr. Barbara Sturm was founded in 2014 in Germany. Both brands are currently owned by Puig.

Which brand has more fragrance-free products listed on the page, ISDIN or Dr. Barbara Sturm?

Dr. Barbara Sturm has more fragrance-free products on the page, as every product listed for the brand contains no fragrance, whereas 3 of 8 ISDIN products list no fragrance.

How does the Lovi fit level for mature skin compare between ISDIN's Eryfotona Actinica and Dr. Barbara Sturm's The Good C Vitamin C Serum?

Lovi fit level for mature skin is Superior for ISDIN's Eryfotona Actinica, while it is High for Dr. Barbara Sturm's The Good C Vitamin C Serum.

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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