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ISDIN vs Allies of Skin

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ISDIN and Allies of Skin are two distinct skincare lines known for their thoughtfully crafted daily remedies and potent ingredient profiles. The Spanish brand founded in 1975 focuses on elegant moisturizers, advanced sunscreens, restorative serums, and targeted eye products that suit dry and sensitive skin best, while the latter is loved for its rich range of moisturizers, serums, and eye products built around ingredients like niacinamide to suit dry and mature skin. These offerings differ because the first brand uses balanced formulas for reliable daily support, whereas both provide standout solutions like Fusion Water and the Molecular Saviour Probiotics Treatment Mist for acne-prone skin, Eryfotona Actinica and the Peptides & Antioxidants Firming Daily Treatment for dark spots, and K-Ox Eyes and the Peptides & Omegas Firming Eye Cream for mature skin.

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 Allies of Skin products; for every product of both brands, with a fit score for your own skin, use the Lovi app.

Popular ISDIN vs Allies of Skin products

People Say

ISDINAllies of Skin
  • Texture and finish 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 easily into damp skin — Allies of Skin Tranexamic & Arbutin Advanced Brightening Serum”
  • Hydration and plumping Often MentionedMostly Mentioned
    • “nourished and hydrated — Allies of Skin Peptides & Omegas Firming Eye Cream”
    • “more like a spray serum — Allies of Skin Molecular Saviour Probiotics Treatment Mist”
    • “Skin feels hydrated — Allies of Skin Copper Tripeptide & Ectoin Advanced Repair Serum”
    • “Improved moisture and texture — ISDIN Hyaluronic Moisture”
  • Gentle on sensitive skin Often MentionedOften Mentioned
    • “Sensitive/reactive skin tolerates — ISDIN Hyaluronic Moisture”
    • “no excessive exfoliation — ISDIN Retinal Intense Serum”
    • “doesn't sting eyes — ISDIN Eryfotona Actinica”
    • “Best retinol for sensitive skin — Allies of Skin Retinal & Peptides Repair Night Cream”
  • Smoother skin texture Rarely NotedOften Mentioned
    • “Woke up looking well-rested — Allies of Skin Retinal & Peptides Repair Night Cream”
    • “Pores appear to be tighter — Allies of Skin Copper Tripeptide & Ectoin Advanced Repair Serum”
    • “imparts a luminous glow — Allies of Skin Molecular Saviour Probiotics Treatment Mist”
    • “skin was much smoother — ISDIN Retinal Intense Serum”
  • Sun damage repair and aging Sometimes NotedOften Mentioned
    • “fix the fine lines — Allies of Skin Peptides & Omegas Firming Eye Cream”
    • “Tightened the skin in just a few uses — Allies of Skin Peptides & Antioxidants Firming Daily Treatment”
    • “fades dark spots — ISDIN Eryfotona Actinica”
  • Brightening and skin tone Rarely NotedOften Mentioned
    • “gives skin an instant dewy glow — Allies of Skin Tranexamic & Arbutin Advanced Brightening Serum”
    • “scars visibly lightened after I started using this — Allies of Skin Tranexamic & Arbutin Advanced Brightening Serum”
    • “Gives me a nice youthful glow — Allies of Skin Peptides & Antioxidants Firming Daily Treatment”
    • “My hyperpigmentation has lightened and skin looks more even, even shines more. — ISDIN Flavo-C Serum”
  • High price 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”
    • “Pricey — Allies of Skin Copper Tripeptide & Ectoin Advanced Repair Serum”
  • Fragrance and scent Often MentionedRarely Noted
    • “Distinct rancid smell — Allies of Skin Copper Tripeptide & Ectoin Advanced Repair Serum”
    • “gives a weird fermented stench — Allies of Skin Tranexamic & Arbutin Advanced Brightening Serum”
    • “smell is overpowering — ISDIN Eryfotona Actinica”
  • Sting eyes and irritation Sometimes NotedSometimes Noted
    • “this did make my eyes water water in the sun. — ISDIN Fusion Water”
    • “mild redness or irritation — ISDIN K-Ox Eyes”
    • “Slightly irritating... when I first started — Allies of Skin Copper Tripeptide & Ectoin Advanced Repair Serum”
    • “rashes popped up on my neck — Allies of Skin Tranexamic & Arbutin Advanced Brightening Serum”

ISDIN vs Allies of Skin routines for dry skin

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ISDIN vs Allies of Skin routines for oily skin

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ISDIN vs Allies of Skin routines for combination skin

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Questions and answers

ISDIN or Allies of Skin: which is better?

Both brands offer equal routine fit levels across all skin types on this page, while Allies of Skin does better for hydration, plumping, and smoothing, and ISDIN does better for texture, finish, and being gentle on sensitive skin. Allies of Skin relies on key ingredients like niacinamide that help reduce pigmentation, whereas ISDIN features ultralight sunscreens and moisturizers.

The British Journal of Dermatology, 2002

What is the difference between ISDIN and Allies of Skin?

Both brands offer solid routines across skin types, but Allies of Skin is typically favored on the page for hydration, firming, and brightening, while ISDIN is noted for its ultralight sunscreens and gentle textures. Allies of Skin products on this page list no added fragrance, whereas several ISDIN items contain fragrance. Topical niacinamide helps reduce cutaneous pigmentation.

The British Journal of Dermatology, 2002

ISDIN or Allies of Skin for dry skin?

Both ISDIN and Allies of Skin are a Superior fit for dry skin on this page. Reviewers report that ISDIN offers ultralight sunscreens, while Allies of Skin provides gentle and effective moisturizers.

ISDIN or Allies of Skin: which moisturizer is better?

When it comes to moisturizers on this page, both ISDIN and Allies of Skin help hydrate and care for the skin, with Allies of Skin offering completely fragrance-free formulas while some ISDIN moisturizers may include added fragrance. Topical hyaluronic acid found in the products on this page helps improve skin quality and signs of aging.

Dermatologic Therapy, 2022

Which is more affordable, ISDIN or Allies of Skin?

Both ISDIN and Allies of Skin have a high price point among the products on this page, making neither brand clearly more affordable than the other.

ISDIN or Allies of Skin: which brand offers better options without fragrance?

Allies of Skin offers better options without fragrance, as every product on this page lists no fragrance in its ingredients. In comparison, several products from ISDIN contain fragrance.

How do the founding years and corporate ownership of ISDIN and Allies of Skin compare?

ISDIN was founded in 1975 in Spain and is owned by Puig, whereas Allies of Skin was founded in 2016 and is owned by Allies Group Pte. Ltd.

ISDIN or Allies of Skin: which performs better for texture and finish versus hydration and plumping?

ISDIN performs better for texture and finish among the products on this page, while Allies of Skin does better for hydration and plumping. Hyaluronic acid helps provide hydration and plumpness as well.

Dermatologic Therapy, 2022

ISDIN or Allies of Skin for oily skin?

Both ISDIN and Allies of Skin achieve a Superior routine fit for oily skin. The products on this page help deliver effective daily care and hydration without heavy textures.

ISDIN or Allies of Skin for sensitive skin?

Both ISDIN and Allies of Skin achieve a Superior Lovi fit for sensitive skin, with ISDIN doing better for texture and finish and Allies of Skin doing better for hydration and plumping.

ISDIN or Allies of Skin for acne-prone skin?

Both ISDIN and Allies of Skin provide High to Superior Lovi fit levels for acne-prone skin on the products on this page. Allies of Skin relies on ingredients like niacinamide, which may help improve skin health.

The British Journal of Dermatology, 2002

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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