# Minimalist vs No7

Page: https://lovi.care/skincare/fr/compare/minimalist-vs-no7

The Lovi Fit is the same in every country; only the stores and prices differ, and the ones here are for France.

Minimalist and No7 are skincare brands from different eras, with Minimalist established in India in 2020 and the British brand founded in 1935. The newer line offers sunscreens, moisturizers, and cleansers featuring actives like [salicylic acid](https://lovi.care/skincare/fr/ingredients/salicylic-acid), LHA, and [vitamin B5](https://lovi.care/skincare/fr/ingredients/vitamin-b5), which suit acne-prone, dark-spot-prone, and mature skin. Meanwhile, the older brand provides [serums](https://lovi.care/skincare/fr/ingredients/serum), eye products, moisturizers, sunscreens, and more built around [vitamin C](https://lovi.care/skincare/fr/ingredients/vitamin-c), [shea butter](https://lovi.care/skincare/fr/ingredients/shea-butter), and [hyaluronic acid](https://lovi.care/skincare/fr/ingredients/hyaluronic-acid) to best support mature and dry skin. While both companies address concerns like acne and dark spots through targeted formulations, they differ significantly in their ingredient profiles and geographic origins.

Minimalist is an Indian skincare brand founded in 2020 and owned by Unilever PLC since 2025.

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No7 is a British skincare brand founded in 1935 and owned by Sycamore Partners since 2025.

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This page compares some of the most popular Minimalist and No7 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=pg6b606edb24).

### Popular Minimalist vs No7 products

#### Minimalist

- [SPF 50 Sunscreen](https://lovi.care/skincare/fr/p/minimalist/spf-50-sunscreen/for/combination-skin) — High fit
- [Vitamin B5 10% Moisturizer](https://lovi.care/skincare/fr/p/minimalist/vitamin-b5-10-moisturizer/for/mature-skin) — High fit
- [Salicylic Acid + LHA 2% Face Cleanser](https://lovi.care/skincare/fr/p/minimalist/salicylic-acid-lha-2-face-cleanser/for/acne-prone-skin) — Superior fit

#### No7

- [Future Renew Damage Reversal Serum](https://lovi.care/skincare/fr/p/no7/future-renew-damage-reversal-serum/for/dry-skin) — High fit
- [Protect & Perfect Intense Advanced Serum](https://lovi.care/skincare/fr/p/no7/protect-and-perfect-intense-advanced-serum/for/dry-skin) — High fit — [€55.00 at Amazon](https://www.amazon.fr/dp/B09TBC5VFM?tag=lovi-care-web-product06-21&linkCode=osi&th=1&psc=1)
- [Restore & Renew Serum](https://lovi.care/skincare/fr/p/no7/restore-and-renew-serum/for/acne-prone-skin) — High fit
- [Pure Retinol Eye Cream](https://lovi.care/skincare/fr/p/no7/pure-retinol-eye-cream/for/mature-skin) — High fit — [€35.00 at Amazon](https://www.amazon.fr/dp/B09GY6GTQC?tag=lovi-care-web-product06-21&linkCode=osi&th=1&psc=1)
- [Total Renewal Micro-Dermabrasion Exfoliator](https://lovi.care/skincare/fr/p/no7/total-renewal-micro-dermabrasion-exfoliator/for/dry-sensitive-skin) — High fit — [€14.99 at Amazon](https://www.amazon.fr/dp/B00LG07I9E?tag=lovi-care-web-product06-21&linkCode=osi&th=1&psc=1)
- [Future Renew Damage Reversal Night Cream](https://lovi.care/skincare/fr/p/no7/future-renew-damage-reversal-night-cream/for/mature-skin) — High fit
- [Pure Retinol](https://lovi.care/skincare/fr/p/no7/pure-retinol/for/mature-skin) — Average fit
- [Pure Retinol 1% Night Concentrate](https://lovi.care/skincare/fr/p/no7/pure-retinol-1-night-concentrate/for/combination-skin) — High fit

## People Say

Minimalist

No7

- Texture and Finish Often Mentioned Mostly Mentioned “skin feels so soft — No7 Total Renewal Micro-Dermabrasion Exfoliator” “rich but not heavy — No7 Protect & Perfect Intense Advanced Night Cream” “absorbs quickly — No7 Restore & Renew Multi Action Eye Cream” “absorbs quickly and doesn't feel greasy — Minimalist Vitamin B5 10% Moisturizer”
- Hydration and Moisture Often Mentioned Often Mentioned “very moisturizing — Minimalist SPF 50 Sunscreen” “calmed it when my skin was super irritated — Minimalist Vitamin B5 10% Moisturizer” “Skin feels moisturized — No7 Future Renew Damage Reversal Night Cream” “leaves the skin feeling hydrated and comfortable — No7 Pure Retinol Eye Cream”
- Gentle Formula Often Mentioned Often Mentioned “doesn't make skin feel tight — Minimalist Salicylic Acid + LHA 2% Face Cleanser” “zero irritation — No7 Pure Retinol Eye Cream” “soothing on skin — No7 Restore & Renew Multi Action Eye Cream”
- Oil Control Mostly Mentioned Not noted “perfect moisturizer for oily skin — Minimalist Vitamin B5 10% Moisturizer” “keeps skin oil-free for hours — Minimalist Salicylic Acid + LHA 2% Face Cleanser”
- Sun Protection Often Mentioned Rarely Noted “leaves absolutely no white cast — Minimalist SPF 50 Sunscreen” “prevented tanning on vacation — Minimalist SPF 50 Sunscreen” “SPF inclusion is convenient — No7 Protect & Perfect Intense Advanced Day Cream”
- Skin Texture Improvement Not noted Often Mentioned “skin feels velvety — No7 Pure Retinol” “leaves my eye area soft and wrinkle free — No7 Pure Retinol Eye Cream” “Skin looks smoother — No7 Future Renew Damage Reversal Night Cream”
- Texture and Application Issues Mostly Mentioned Sometimes Noted “Not for beginners — No7 Pure Retinol 1% Night Concentrate” “needs to be rubbed in — No7 Pure Retinol Eye Cream” “scratched my face — No7 Total Renewal Micro-Dermabrasion Exfoliator” “consistency is like water — Minimalist Salicylic Acid + LHA 2% Face Cleanser”
- Oily Skin and Greasiness Mostly Mentioned Rarely Noted “makes face very oily — Minimalist SPF 50 Sunscreen”
- Fragrance and Smell Often Mentioned Sometimes Noted “Too much fragrance — No7 Future Renew Damage Reversal Night Cream” “overpowering — No7 Protect & Perfect Intense Advanced Night Cream” “Scent is overpowering — No7 Protect & Perfect Intense Advanced Day Cream” “smells like chemicals — Minimalist Salicylic Acid + LHA 2% Face Cleanser”
- Dryness and Peeling Often Mentioned Sometimes Noted “Can be drying — No7 Pure Retinol 1% Night Concentrate” “caused flaky skin — No7 Pure Retinol” “not moisturizing enough — Minimalist Vitamin B5 10% Moisturizer”

## Questions and answers

### Minimalist or No7: which is better?

Both Minimalist and No7 offer effective options, with Minimalist showing a High fit for sun protection and oil control while No7 performs well for mature skin and texture improvements.

### What is the difference between Minimalist and No7?

Minimalist and No7 differ mainly in their product offerings and skin type focuses, with Minimalist featuring fragrance-free products on this page and No7 offering a broader range that includes options with fragrance. No7 features routines tailored for mature and dry skin, while the products on this page for Minimalist provide high fit levels across various skin types.

### Minimalist or No7: which moisturizer is better?

Both Minimalist and No7 offer moisturizers on this page, with Minimalist providing High fit levels for a wide range of skin types and No7 featuring options like the Protect & Perfect Intense Advanced Night Cream with a Superior fit for mature skin.

### Which is more affordable, Minimalist or No7?

The provided page facts and studies do not contain pricing information, so a comparison of affordability between Minimalist and No7 cannot be made.

### Which causes fewer breakouts, Minimalist or No7?

Minimalist does better for oil control, making it a stronger option for preventing breakouts compared to No7.

### Which brand offers better oil control, Minimalist or No7?

Minimalist offers better oil control than No7. Every product from Minimalist on this page lists no fragrance.

### Do Minimalist products contain fragrance, and how does that compare to No7?

Every product on the Minimalist page lists no fragrance in its ingredients, whereas No7 includes fragrance in 3 of its 13 products on this page.

### Which brand is better suited for mature skin and dry skin?

No7 is better suited for mature skin and dry skin, as the products on this page achieve a High or Superior Lovi fit level for those skin types and focus on ingredients like [retinol](https://lovi.care/skincare/fr/ingredients/retinol) that may stimulate [collagen](https://lovi.care/skincare/fr/ingredients/collagen) accumulation in naturally aged skin. Minimalist also provides a High Lovi fit for dry skin with its moisturizers and sunscreens on this page.

[The Journal of Investigative Dermatology, 2000](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/10692106/) [Archives of Dermatology, 2007](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/17515510/)

### Minimalist or No7: which sunscreen is better?

For sun protection, Minimalist performs better than No7 based on the products on this page. Lovi rates the Minimalist SPF 50 Sunscreen with a High fit across all listed skin types.

## Research behind their key ingredients

- [Vitamin A antagonizes decreased cell growth and elevated collagen-degrading matrix metalloproteinases and stimulates collagen accumulation in naturally aged human skin](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/10692106/) Retinol · The Journal of Investigative Dermatology, 2000
- [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
- [Mechanistic Basis and Clinical Evidence for the Applications of Nicotinamide (Niacinamide) to Control Skin Aging and Pigmentation](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/34439563/) Niacinamide · Antioxidants, 2021
- [Cosmetic benefits of astaxanthin on humans subjects](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/22428137/) Astaxanthin powder · Acta Biochimica Polonica, 2012
- [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
- [Improvement of naturally aged skin with vitamin A (retinol)](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/17515510/) Retinol · Archives of Dermatology, 2007
- [Anti-aging and brightening effects of a topical treatment containing vitamin C, vitamin E, and raspberry leaf cell culture extract: A split-face, randomized controlled trial](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/31975502/) Tocopherol · Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2020
- [Molecular basis of retinol anti-ageing properties in naturally aged human skin in vivo](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/27261203/) Retinol · International Journal of Cosmetic Science, 2017
- [Prospective, randomized, double-blind assessment of topical bakuchiol and retinol for facial photoageing](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/29947134/) Retinol · The British Journal of Dermatology, 2019
- [Effects of ascorbic acid on gingival melanin pigmentation in vitro and in vivo](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/19186973/) Ascorbyl glucoside · Journal of Periodontology, 2009
- [Skin penetration and stabilization of formulations containing microfine titanium dioxide as physical UV filter](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/18503414/) Titanium dioxide · International Journal of Cosmetic Science, 2000
- [Effects of Locally Applied Glycerol and Xylitol on the Hydration, Barrier Function and Morphological Parameters of the Skin](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/27349297/) Xylitol · Acta Dermato-venereologica, 2017
- [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
- [Tailoring of Retinyl Palmitate-Based Ethosomal Hydrogel as a Novel Nanoplatform for Acne Vulgaris Management: Fabrication, Optimization, and Clinical Evaluation Employing a Split-Face Comparative Study](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/34211271/) Retinyl palmitate · International Journal of Nanomedicine, 2021
- [The human stratum corneum layer: an effective barrier against dermal uptake of different forms of topically applied micronised titanium dioxide](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/11509913/) Titanium dioxide · Skin Pharmacology and Applied Skin Physiology, 2001
- [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
- [A Double-Blinded, Randomized, Vehicle-Controlled Study of the Efficacy of Moisturizer Containing Licochalcone A, Decanediol, L-Carnitine, and Salicylic Acid for Prevention of Acne Relapse in Asian Population](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/33150170/) Salicylic acid · BioMed Research International, 2020
- [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
- [Stable Ozonides with Vitamin E Acetate versus Corticosteroid in the Treatment of Lichen Sclerosus in Foreskin: Evaluation of Effects on Inflammation](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/30991399/) Tocopheryl acetate · Urologia Internationalis, 2019
- [Structural characterization and in vivo evaluation of retinyl palmitate in non-ionic lamellar liquid crystalline system](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/21411295/) Retinyl palmitate · Colloids and Surfaces. B, Biointerfaces, 2011
- [Efficacy of a topical gel containing chitosan, chlorhexidine, allantoin and dexpanthenol for pain and inflammation control after third molar surgery: A randomized and placebo-controlled clinical trial](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/32683390/) Allantoin · Medicina Oral, Patologia Oral Y Cirugia Bucal, 2020
- [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
- [Biomimetic hyaluronic acid-stabilized zinc oxide nanoparticles in acne treatment: A preclinical and clinical approach](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/40254135/) Zinc · Journal of Controlled Release, 2025
- [Efficacy of a multitargeted, salicylic acid-based dermocosmetic cream compared to benzoyl peroxide 5% in Acne vulgaris: Results from a randomized study](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37941097/) Salicylic acid · Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2024
- [Evaluation of dermal extracellular matrix and epidermal-dermal junction modifications using matrix-assisted laser desorption/ionization mass spectrometric imaging, in vivo reflectance confocal microscopy, echography, and histology: effect of age and peptide applications](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/25817264/) Palmitoyl tetrapeptide-7, Palmitoyl tripeptide-1 · Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2015
- [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
- [A Salicylic Acid-Based Dermocosmetic is Effective as an Adjunct to Benzoyl Peroxide for Mild to Moderate Acne and as Monotherapy in Maintenance Post Benzoyl Peroxide](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/38051857/) Salicylic acid · Journal of Drugs in Dermatology, 2023
- [Comparison of skin calming effects of cosmetic products containing 4-t-butylcyclohexanol or acetyl dipeptide-1 cetyl ester on capsaicin-induced facial stinging in volunteers with sensitive skin](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/26805418/) Acetyl dipeptide-1 cetyl ester · Journal of the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology, 2016
- [Assessment of the Benefit of a Deep Cleansing Gel Containing Salicylic Acid 2%, Zinc Gluconate 0.2% and Lipohydroxy Acids 0.05% in Patients with Mild to Moderate Truncal Acne: Results from an Exploratory Study](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/36698447/) Zinc gluconate · Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology, 2023
- [Efficacy and Tolerability of Topical Nicotinamide Plus Antibacterial Adhesive Agents and Zinc-Pyrrolidone Carboxylic Acid Versus Placebo as an Adjuvant Treatment for Moderate Acne Vulgaris in Indonesia: A Multicenter, Double-blind, Randomized, Controlled Trial](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/32983333/) Zinc pca · The Journal of Clinical and Aesthetic Dermatology, 2020
- [Clinical evaluation of the efficacy of a facial serum containing dioic acid, glycolic acid, salicylic acid, LHA, citric acid, and HEPES in treating post-inflammatory hyperchromia and controlling oily skin in patients with acne vulgaris](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/33617668/) Capryloyl salicylic acid · Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2021
- [Whitening effect of alpha-bisabolol in Asian women subjects](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/20642768/) Bisabolol · International Journal of Cosmetic Science, 2010
- [A clinical evaluation of the efficacy and tolerability of a novel topical antioxidant formulation featuring vitamin C, astaxanthin, and fermented turmeric](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37608511/) Astaxanthin powder · Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2023
- [Comparison of methods for assessing photoprotection against ultraviolet A in vivo](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/3819071/) Butyl methoxydibenzoylmethane · Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology, 1987
- [Using ordered mesoporous silica SBA-15 to limit cutaneous penetration and transdermal permeation of organic UV filters](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/31437563/) Butyl methoxydibenzoylmethane · International Journal of Pharmaceutics, 2019
- [Enhancing Photoprotection and Mitigating Ex Vivo Stratum Corneum Oxidative Stress: A Multifunctional Strategy Combining Rosmarinic Acid with UVB Filters](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/40227214/) Octocrylene · Antioxidants, 2025
- [Comparative physicochemical stability and clinical anti-wrinkle efficacy of transdermal emulgel preparations of 5% sodium ascorbyl phosphate and or ascorbic acid on human volunteers](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/32383548/) Sodium ascorbyl phosphate · Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2021
- [The evaluation of aluminum oxide crystal microdermabrasion for photodamage](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/11737128/) Alumina · Dermatologic Surgery, 2001
- [Influence of vitamin E acetate on stratum corneum hydration](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/9706379/) Tocopheryl acetate · Arzneimittel-Forschung, 1998
- [A randomized controlled trial to compare the effectiveness and safety of adsorbent lotion containing tapioca starch, spent grain wax, Butyrospermum parkii extract, argania spinosa kernel oil, aloe barbadensis, rosehip oil, and allantoin with a low-potency topical corticosteroid in the treatment of intertrigo](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/33811776/) African shea butter · Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2022
- [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
- [TiO2-embedded mesoporous silica with lower porosity is beneficial to adsorb the pollutants and retard UV filter absorption: A possible application for outdoor skin protection](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/36455708/) Butyl methoxydibenzoylmethane · European Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences, 2023
- [Propanediol (and) Caprylic Acid (and) Xylitol as a New Single Topical Active Ingredient against Acne: In Vitro and In Vivo Efficacy Assays](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/34771112/) Xylitol · Molecules, 2021
- [The effect of a vitamin A palmitate and antioxidant-containing oil-based moisturizer on photodamaged skin of several body sites](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/23438139/) Retinyl palmitate · Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2013
- [Modulation of skin pigmentation by the tetrapeptide PKEK: in vitro and in vivo evidence for skin whitening effects](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/22142309/) Sodium ascorbyl phosphate · Experimental Dermatology, 2012
- [Preparation and characterization of astaxanthin-loaded biodegradable polyhydroxybutyrate (PHB) microbeads for personal care and cosmetic applications](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/38072340/) Astaxanthin powder · International Journal of Biological Macromolecules, 2024
- [Effect of an Emollient Emulsion Containing 15.0% of Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride on the Urocanic Acid of the Stratum Corneum](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37109405/) Caprylic capric triglyceride · Life, 2023
- [Comparison of clindamycin 1% and benzoyl peroxide 5% gel to a novel composition containing salicylic acid, capryloyl salicylic acid, HEPES, glycolic acid, citric acid, and dioic acid in the treatment of acne vulgaris](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/23545907/) Capryloyl salicylic acid · Journal of Drugs in Dermatology, 2013
- [Clinical and histologic changes determine optimal treatment regimens for microdermabrasion](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/19753741/) Alumina · The Journal of Dermatological Treatment, 2002
- [A Double-Blind, 12-Week Study to Evaluate the Antiaging Efficacy of a Cream Containing the NFκB Inhibitor 4-Hexyl-1, 3-Phenylenediol and Ascorbic Acid-2 Glucoside in Adult Females](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/27272084/) Ascorbyl glucoside · Journal of Drugs in Dermatology, 2016
- [Nanostructured Lipid Carrier Based Gel Containing α-Tocopherol and α-Tocopheryl Acetate for Synergistic Cutaneous Antiaging Efficacy](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/41309687/) Tocopheryl acetate · Scientific Reports, 2025
- [Facial disbiosis and UV filters](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/39499337/) Octocrylene · Archives of Dermatological Research, 2024
- [Safety assessment on comedogenicity of dermatological products containing d-alpha tocopheryl acetate in Asian subjects: A double-blind randomized controlled trial](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/34471722/) Tocopheryl acetate · Contemporary Clinical Trials Communications, 2021
- [Rapid and Visible Efficacy of a Dermocosmetic in Acne Patients With Fair Skin Phototypes: Results of a Randomized Split-Face Study](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/41487026/) Zinc gluconate · Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2026
- [Treatment with Ascorbyl Glucoside-Arginine Complex Ameliorates Solar Lentigos](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/39769217/) Ascorbyl glucoside · International Journal of Molecular Sciences, 2024
- [Microneedling and Topical Retinyl Palmitate for Acne Scars: A Preliminary Split-Face Study with Placebo Control](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/41899112/) Retinyl palmitate · Journal of Clinical Medicine, 2026
- [Mechanistic understanding and peptide ingredient screening for type III collagen via biological knowledge graph and molecular docking](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/42683869/) Palmitoyl tetrapeptide-7, Palmitoyl tripeptide-1 · International Journal of Cosmetic Science, 2026
- [Targeting Circadian Rhythm for the Regulation of Skin Collagen Metabolism](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/41527525/) Palmitoyl oligopeptide, Palmitoyl tripeptide-1 · Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2026
- [Efficacy and safety of combination cream of stimu-tex AS™ (spent grain wax, Argania Spinosa Kernel oil, Butyrospermum Parkii (shea butter) extract), and saccharide isomerate after fractional CO2 laser procedure: split-face, double blinded, randomized controlled trial](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/41134387/) Shea butter, Butyrospermum parkii butter shea butter, African shea butter · Lasers in Medical Science, 2025
- [Retrospective Review of Dermal Safety Studies of Organic Sunscreens](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/40911743/) Octisalate · Journal of Drugs in Dermatology, 2025

## The brands

- Indian skincare: [Minimalist](https://lovi.care/skincare/fr/brands/minimalist)
- British skincare: [No7](https://lovi.care/skincare/fr/brands/no7)

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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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