# Sesderma skincare

Page: https://lovi.care/skincare/ie/brands/sesderma

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

Sesderma is a Spanish skincare brand founded in 1989 and owned by Grupo Sesderma since 2026.

[skinexpert.sesderma.com](https://skinexpert.sesderma.com/en/jb-capital-joins-the-shareholding-of-sesderma-group-as-a-strategic-partner/) [sesderma.com](https://www.sesderma.com/us_en/about-us.html)

Sesderma is beloved for its advanced [serums](https://lovi.care/skincare/ie/ingredients/serum) and meticulously engineered formulas. Its products suit sensitive, hyperpigmented, and aging skin types best. The standout products for particular concerns include the Azelac RU Serum for acne-prone skin. Its botanical [extracts](https://lovi.care/skincare/ie/ingredients/extract) and active compounds work synergistically to refine skin texture and promote a radiant complexion.

This page covers some of the most popular Sesderma products; for the whole Sesderma 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=pg625b433977).

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

#### Serums and treatments

- [Azelac RU Serum](https://lovi.care/skincare/ie/p/sesderma/azelac-ru-serum/for/acne-prone-skin) — High fit — [€28.32 at Amazon](https://www.amazon.ie/dp/B00987RKWW?tag=lovi-care-web-product02-21&linkCode=osi&th=1&psc=1)

## Questions and answers

### Is Sesderma worth it?

Yes, Sesderma is worth it because Lovi rates the Sesderma-focused routine Superior for dry, oily, sensitive, combination, and acne-prone skin.

### What are Sesderma's best products?

Azelac RU [Serum](https://lovi.care/skincare/ie/ingredients/serum) is the main product featured for Sesderma on this page, and Lovi rates it High for acne-prone skin, combination skin, and skin with dark spots. [Azelaic acid](https://lovi.care/skincare/ie/ingredients/azelaic-acid) helps improve blemishes and uneven color.

[Pharmaceutics, 2021](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/33923739/)

### Does Sesderma cause breakouts?

Sesderma is unlikely to cause breakouts, as Lovi rates Azelac RU Serum High for acne-prone skin. Azelaic acid helps manage acne and blemishes effectively.

[Pharmaceutics, 2021](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/33923739/)

### Is Sesderma fragrance-free?

No, the Sesderma products on this page include fragrance, as seen in the Azelac RU Serum.

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

Azelac RU Serum contains azelaic acid and [4-butylresorcinol](https://lovi.care/skincare/ie/ingredients/butylresorcinol), which help fade dark spots and manage acne. Lovi rates this serum High for skin with dark spots and acne-prone skin.

[Pharmaceutics, 2021](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/33923739/)

### How do I build a Sesderma skincare routine?

To build a Sesderma skincare routine, you can use the brand-focused routines which Lovi rates Superior for dry, oily, sensitive, combination, and acne-prone skin.

### Where can I buy Sesderma, and how much does it cost?

Sesderma is available at stores in Ireland, with prices starting at €28.32 and most products around that price.

### What are good alternatives to Sesderma?

Good alternatives to Sesderma with pages on Lovi include ISDIN, Heliocare, Theramid, Mesoestetic, and Endocare. These brands offer comparable skincare routines and products for various skin types.

### Sesderma vs ISDIN: which is better?

Sesderma and ISDIN offer comparable routines, as Lovi rates both as Superior for dry, oily, sensitive, combination, and acne-prone skin. Both brands provide high-performing options depending on individual skin needs.

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

Sesderma is a Spanish brand founded in 1989, owned by Grupo Sesderma since 2026.

[skinexpert.sesderma.com](https://skinexpert.sesderma.com/en/jb-capital-joins-the-shareholding-of-sesderma-group-as-a-strategic-partner/) [sesderma.com](https://www.sesderma.com/us_en/about-us.html)

### Is Sesderma cruelty-free?

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

## Research behind Sesderma's 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
- [Improvement of naturally aged skin with vitamin A (retinol)](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/17515510/) Retinol · Archives of Dermatology, 2007
- [Nicotinic acid/niacinamide and the skin](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/17147561/) Niacin · Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2004
- [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
- [Efficacy and Safety of Azelaic Acid Nanocrystal-Loaded In Situ Hydrogel in the Treatment of Acne Vulgaris](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/33923739/) Azelaic acid · Pharmaceutics, 2021
- [A topical lipophilic niacin derivative increases NAD, epidermal differentiation and barrier function in photodamaged skin](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/17518989/) Niacin · Experimental Dermatology, 2007
- [Effects of 15% Azelaic Acid Gel in the Management of Post-Inflammatory Erythema and Post-Inflammatory Hyperpigmentation in Acne Vulgaris](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/38734843/) Azelaic acid · Dermatology and Therapy, 2024
- [Influence of vitamin E acetate on stratum corneum hydration](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/9706379/) Tocopheryl acetate · Arzneimittel-Forschung, 1998
- [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
- [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
- [The efficacy of enoxolone in reducing erythema and pain after laser treatment: A randomized split-face pilot study](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/38622995/) Glycyrrhetinic acid · Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2024

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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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