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ISDIN vs Grown Alchemist

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

ISDIN and Grown Alchemist are distinct skincare brands offering advanced daily care products crafted to deliver reliable results. The Spanish brand founded in 1975 and owned by Puig is beloved for its thoughtful approach and features moisturizers, sunscreens, serums, and eye products, while the second label is known for its cleansers and serums, as well as its formulas. Both options suit sensitive skin best, though the first also targets acne-prone skin with gentle yet effective creations that respect delicate moisture barriers, and its counterpart additionally accommodates dry and combination skin. They differ as standout solutions include the Fusion Water for acne-prone skin, the Eryfotona Actinica for skin with dark spots, and the K-Ox Eyes for mature skin from the former, versus the Hydra-Restore Cream Cleanser for acne-prone skin, the Instant Smoothing Serum for skin with dark spots, and the Gentle Gel Facial Cleanser for mature skin from the latter.

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

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

Popular ISDIN vs Grown Alchemist products

People Say

ISDINGrown Alchemist
  • Texture and finish Mostly MentionedMostly 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”
    • “silkiest cleanser — Grown Alchemist Hydra-Restore Cream Cleanser”
  • Sensitivity and gentleness Often MentionedMostly Mentioned
    • “Sensitive/reactive skin tolerates — ISDIN Hyaluronic Moisture”
    • “no excessive exfoliation — ISDIN Retinal Intense Serum”
    • “Perfect for sensitive skin — Grown Alchemist Gentle Gel Facial Cleanser”
    • “calms my skin down — Grown Alchemist Hydra-Restore Cream Cleanser”
  • Hydration and plumping Often MentionedMostly Mentioned
    • “Skin version of chugging water — Grown Alchemist Instant Smoothing Serum”
    • “doesn't strip at all — Grown Alchemist Hydra-Restore Cream Cleanser”
    • “Improved moisture and texture — ISDIN Hyaluronic Moisture”
  • Cleansing experience Not notedMostly Mentioned
    • “Doesn't dry out my skin — Grown Alchemist Gentle Gel Facial Cleanser”
    • “Gets everything nice and clean — Grown Alchemist Gentle Gel Facial Cleanser”
    • “smell is divine — Grown Alchemist Hydra-Restore Cream Cleanser”
  • Skin renewal and tone Sometimes NotedSometimes Noted
    • “My hyperpigmentation has lightened and skin looks more even, even shines more. — ISDIN Flavo-C Serum”
    • “I am more on a dehydrated side and this helps me look hydrated and smooth. — ISDIN Flavo-C Serum”
    • “Smooths out fine lines — Grown Alchemist Instant Smoothing Serum”
  • Scent and appeal Rarely NotedOften Mentioned
    • “Smells amazing — Grown Alchemist Gentle Gel Facial Cleanser”
    • “Smells absolutely amazing — ISDIN Hyaluronic Concentrate”
  • Price and value Often MentionedOften Mentioned
    • “very expensive — ISDIN Eryfotona Actinica”
    • “My only wish is that ISDIN would make this product in a bigger size bottle. — ISDIN Fusion Water”
    • “expensive for what it is — Grown Alchemist Hydra-Restore Cream Cleanser”
    • “A bit pricey — Grown Alchemist Instant Smoothing Serum”
  • Fragrance and scent Often MentionedOften Mentioned
    • “smell is overpowering — ISDIN Eryfotona Actinica”
    • “lingering headache inducing effect — ISDIN K-Ox Eyes”
    • “Too perfumy notes — Grown Alchemist Gentle Gel Facial Cleanser”
    • “smells medicinal — Grown Alchemist Hydra-Restore Cream Cleanser”
  • Packaging and dispensing Rarely NotedOften Mentioned
    • “Pump stopped working — ISDIN Hyaluronic Concentrate”
    • “I like the actual product, but the packaging is awful, I've already lost three bottles the applicator pops off. — ISDIN Flavo-C Serum”
    • “tube cracks easily — Grown Alchemist Hydra-Restore Cream Cleanser”

Questions and answers

ISDIN or Grown Alchemist: which is better?

ISDIN and Grown Alchemist both do well, with ISDIN winning on texture and finish while Grown Alchemist scores higher for hydration and plumping and its cleansers. Lovi rates ISDIN as a Superior fit for sun protection on several skin types, while Grown Alchemist offers fragrance-free formulas across the products on this page.

What is the difference between ISDIN and Grown Alchemist?

ISDIN brings a wider range of products to this page, featuring ultralight sunscreens and targeted serums that reviewers often praise, whereas Grown Alchemist focuses on cleansers and hydrating creams that offer a gentle experience without added fragrance. Lovi rates ISDIN with Superior fits for mature and sensitive skin on several sunscreens, while Grown Alchemist products on this page generally achieve Average or High fits across various skin types.

Which is more affordable, ISDIN or Grown Alchemist?

When comparing price and value on this page, ISDIN and Grown Alchemist perform equally, though reviewers often mention a high price point for ISDIN products.

Which causes fewer breakouts, ISDIN or Grown Alchemist?

When looking at the products on this page, ISDIN fits acne-prone skin at a High level with several items like Eryfotona Actinica, while Grown Alchemist fits acne-prone skin at an Average level with its cleansers. Reviewers note that ISDIN offers ultralight sunscreens and lightweight moisturizers that may help avoid clogged pores.

Which brand has been established longer, ISDIN or Grown Alchemist?

ISDIN has been established longer, having been founded in 1975 compared to Grown Alchemist which was founded in 2008.

How many ISDIN products on the page list no fragrance compared to Grown Alchemist?

On the products on this page, 3 of 8 ISDIN products list no fragrance compared to every Grown Alchemist product.

What are the review sentiments regarding packaging and dispensing for ISDIN versus Grown Alchemist?

Reviewers note that ISDIN does better than Grown Alchemist on packaging and dispensing for 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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