# Galderma skincare

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Galderma is a Swiss skincare brand founded in 1981 and owned by Galderma Group AG.

[en.wikipedia.org](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Galderma)

Galderma's products on this page cover [serums](https://lovi.care/skincare/ie/ingredients/serum). For acne-prone skin, Lovi rates the Epiduo Gel highest; for skin with dark spots, the Benzac AC 5; and for mature skin, the Benzac AC Mild Strength 2.5% Acne Gel.

This page covers some of the most popular Galderma products; for the whole Galderma range, with a fit score for every product, [use the Lovi app](https://app.pora.ai/vqqJ/j1xj2b6o?af_sub2=brand&af_sub3=selection_note&af_sub4=pg093e0dd5e3).

### Galderma [serums](https://lovi.care/skincare/ie/ingredients/serum) and treatments

#### Serums and treatments

- [Epiduo Gel](https://lovi.care/skincare/ie/p/galderma/epiduo-gel/for/acne-prone-skin) — High fit
- [Benzac AC 5](https://lovi.care/skincare/ie/p/galderma/benzac-ac-5/for/oily-acne-prone-skin) — High fit
- [Benzac AC Mild Strength 2.5% Acne Gel](https://lovi.care/skincare/ie/p/galderma/benzac-ac-mild-strength-2-5-acne-gel/for/oily-acne-prone-skin) — High fit

## People Say

★3.8

Overall rating based on 1.2k+ reviews

Reviewers most often praise Galderma for stubborn acne, active acne, and mild to moderate acne. The most common complaints are harsh side effects and dryness and peeling.

### Highlights

- Effective acne-clearing serums Mostly Mentioned “cleared up my skin — Benzac AC Mild Strength 2.5% Acne Gel” “cystic acne gone — Epiduo Gel” “stops new pimples — Epiduo Gel”
- Body-effective and gentle serums Often Mentioned “didn't burn my face — Benzac AC Mild Strength 2.5% Acne Gel” “excellent for back/chest — Benzac AC 5”
- Severe dryness and peeling Mostly Mentioned “skin flaking off — Epiduo Gel” “skin peeling off — Benzac AC 5” “dried my face a lot — Benzac AC Mild Strength 2.5% Acne Gel”
- Severe irritation and discomfort Mostly Mentioned “face on fire — Epiduo Gel” “red as tomato — Epiduo Gel” “burning redness and pain — Benzac AC 5”

Sources: lovi.care, drugs.com, webmd.com, doctorfox.co.uk, clicks.co.za, 1mg.com, and more

## Questions and answers

### Is Galderma worth it?

Galderma is worth it for shoppers looking for effective acne-clearing [serums](https://lovi.care/skincare/ie/ingredients/serum), with Lovi rating the brand-focused routines Superior for acne-prone skin, oily skin, sensitive skin, combination skin, and dry skin. Reviewers often mention the serums are body-effective and gentle, though some note severe dryness and peeling. Additionally, the Galderma products on this page list no fragrance in their ingredients.

[The Cochrane Database of Systematic Reviews, 2020](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/32175593/) [American Journal of Clinical Dermatology, 2018](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/29549588/)

### Does Galderma cause breakouts?

No, Galderma does not cause breakouts, as its serums are effective acne-clearing treatments designed to tackle pimples. Reviewers note that the products help clear acne, though they may occasionally cause severe dryness, peeling, or irritation.

[The Cochrane Database of Systematic Reviews, 2020](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/32175593/) [American Journal of Clinical Dermatology, 2018](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/29549588/)

### Is Galderma fragrance-free?

Yes, every one of the Galderma products on this page lists no fragrance in its ingredients.

### What are the key ingredients in Galderma products?

Galderma products rely on key ingredients like [benzoyl peroxide](https://lovi.care/skincare/ie/ingredients/benzoyl-peroxide) and [adapalene](https://lovi.care/skincare/ie/ingredients/adapalene) to help clear breakouts and smooth the skin. Topical benzoyl peroxide helps reduce acne-causing bacteria, while adapalene helps prevent clogged pores. Reviewers note that these serums are effective for clearing acne, though some mention experiencing severe dryness and peeling.

[The Cochrane Database of Systematic Reviews, 2020](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/32175593/) [American Journal of Clinical Dermatology, 2018](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/29549588/)

### What are good alternatives to Galderma?

Good alternatives to Galderma include Weleda, La Prairie, Bepantol, NEOCUTIS, Valmont, and Bepanthol. Among these, the La Prairie-focused routine is an option, though Lovi rates the Galderma-focused routine Superior for dry, oily, sensitive, combination, and acne-prone skin.

### Galderma vs La Prairie: which is better?

Lovi rates Galderma Superior and La Prairie High for dry, oily, sensitive, combination, and acne-prone skin. Reviewers note that Galderma provides effective acne-clearing serums, though some experience dryness and irritation.

### Who owns Galderma, and where is it from?

Galderma is a Swiss brand founded in 1981, owned by Galderma Group AG.

[en.wikipedia.org](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Galderma)

### Is Galderma cruelty-free?

PETA, Leaping Bunny, and Cruelty Free International, the registries Lovi checks, do not list Galderma as cruelty-free.

## Research behind Galderma's key ingredients

- [Topical benzoyl peroxide for acne](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/32175593/) Benzoyl peroxide, Benzoyl peroxide 25mg g · The Cochrane Database of Systematic Reviews, 2020
- [Prevention and Reduction of Atrophic Acne Scars with Adapalene 0.3%/Benzoyl Peroxide 2.5% Gel in Subjects with Moderate or Severe Facial Acne: Results of a 6-Month Randomized, Vehicle-Controlled Trial Using Intra-Individual Comparison](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/29549588/) Adapalene · American Journal of Clinical Dermatology, 2018
- [Benzoyl peroxide treatment decreases Cutibacterium acnes in shoulder surgery, from skin incision until wound closure](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/33545336/) Benzoyl peroxide, Benzoyl peroxide 25mg g · Journal of Shoulder and Elbow Surgery, 2021
- [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
- [Efficacy and Safety of a Fixed-Dose Clindamycin Phosphate 1.2%, Benzoyl Peroxide 3.1%, and Adapalene 0.15% Gel for Moderate-to-Severe Acne: A Randomized Phase II Study of the First Triple-Combination Drug](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/34674160/) Benzoyl peroxide, Benzoyl peroxide 25mg g · American Journal of Clinical Dermatology, 2022
- [A topical gel of tea tree oil nanoemulsion containing adapalene versus adapalene marketed gel in patients with acne vulgaris: a randomized clinical trial](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/34251536/) Adapalene · Archives of Dermatological Research, 2022
- [Development of Multifunctional Cosmetic Cream Using Bioactive Materials from Streptomyces sp. T65 with Synthesized Mesoporous Silica Particles SBA-15](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/32224894/) Silicon dioxide · Antioxidants, 2020
- [Formulating octyl methoxycinnamate in hybrid lipid-silica nanoparticles: An innovative approach for UV skin protection](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/32395645/) Silicon dioxide · Heliyon, 2020
- [Clindamycin phosphate 1.2%/adapalene 0.15%/benzoyl peroxide 3.1% gel for moderate-to-severe acne: Efficacy and safety results from two randomized phase 3 trials](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37656094/) Adapalene · Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology, 2023
- [Efficacy and safety of microencapsulated benzoyl peroxide and microencapsulated tretinoin for the treatment of acne vulgaris: Results from two phase 3 double-blind, randomized, vehicle-controlled studies](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37356627/) Benzoyl peroxide, Benzoyl peroxide 25mg g · Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology, 2023
- [Semi-Solid Dosage Forms Containing Pranoprofen-Loaded NLC as Topical Therapy for Local Inflammation: In Vitro, Ex Vivo and In Vivo Evaluation](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37367119/) Carbomer 940 · Gels, 2023

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## About the Lovi Fit

Lovi: Unbiased, science-based skincare AI trained on real user outcomes.

Lovi rates every product from its 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 these ratings: 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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