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ISDIN vs No7

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ISDIN and No7 are established international skincare brands that offer thoughtfully formulated moisturizers, serums, eye products, and sunscreens. Both brands suit dry skin best, while the first brand excels for sensitive skin and the second brand for mature skin. Their key offerings rely on advanced ingredients and gentle daily comfort to maintain a healthy and balanced complexion. They differ primarily in their origin and specific targeted solutions, with the British line utilizing vitamin C, shea butter, and hyaluronic acid.

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

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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 ISDIN and No7 products; for every product of both brands, with a fit score for your own skin, use the Lovi app.

Popular ISDIN vs No7 products

People Say

ISDINNo7
  • Lightweight and fluid texture 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”
    • “rich but not heavy — No7 Protect & Perfect Intense Advanced Night Cream”
  • Anti-aging and skin smoothing Sometimes NotedMostly Mentioned
    • “Softened fine lines — No7 Pure Retinol 1% Night Concentrate”
    • “skin feels velvety — No7 Pure Retinol”
    • “leaves my eye area soft and wrinkle free — No7 Pure Retinol Eye Cream”
    • “skin looks smooth and healthy — ISDIN K-Ox Eyes”
  • Hydration and plumping Often MentionedOften Mentioned
    • “Improved moisture and texture — ISDIN Hyaluronic Moisture”
    • “Skin feels intensely hydrated — ISDIN Hyaluronic Concentrate”
    • “Skin feels moisturized — No7 Future Renew Damage Reversal Night Cream”
    • “dryness eradicated immediately — No7 Protect & Perfect Intense Advanced Night Cream”
  • Skin sensitivity and irritation Often MentionedOften Mentioned
    • “Sensitive/reactive skin tolerates — ISDIN Hyaluronic Moisture”
    • “no excessive exfoliation — ISDIN Retinal Intense Serum”
    • “doesn't sting eyes — ISDIN Eryfotona Actinica”
    • “zero irritation — No7 Pure Retinol Eye Cream”
  • Improved skin feel and texture Not notedMostly Mentioned
    • “Skin feels softer — No7 Future Renew Damage Reversal Serum”
    • “skin feels so soft — No7 Total Renewal Micro-Dermabrasion Exfoliator”
    • “absorbs quickly — No7 Restore & Renew Multi Action Eye Cream”
  • Makeup compatibility and finish Often MentionedSometimes Noted
    • “doesn't leave you white as a ghost — ISDIN Fusion Water”
    • “acts like a primer — ISDIN Eryfotona Actinica”
    • “dries down matte — ISDIN Eryfotona Actinica”
    • “Absorbs quickly — No7 Future Renew Damage Reversal Night Cream”
  • High price point Often MentionedRarely Noted
    • “Expensive for amount provided — No7 Future Renew Damage Reversal Serum”
    • “very expensive — ISDIN Eryfotona Actinica”
  • Fragrance and scent concerns Often MentionedSometimes 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”
    • “smell is overpowering — ISDIN Eryfotona Actinica”
  • Skin irritation and negative reactions Sometimes NotedOften Mentioned
    • “mild redness or irritation — ISDIN K-Ox Eyes”
    • “Not hydrating enough in winter — ISDIN Hyaluronic Concentrate”
    • “I think the serum is too strong for my face as it has burned and left very rough and a peeling face. — ISDIN Flavo-C Serum”
    • “Slight sensitivity and peeling — No7 Pure Retinol 1% Night Concentrate”

ISDIN vs No7 routines for dry skin

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ISDIN vs No7 routines for oily skin

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ISDIN vs No7 routines for combination skin

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Questions and answers

ISDIN or No7: which is better?

ISDIN is better for skin sensitivity and lightweight textures, while No7 does better for anti-aging and skin smoothing. For most skin types, the products on this page provide an equal or superior routine fit.

What is the difference between ISDIN and No7?

When comparing the products on this page, ISDIN tends to do better for lightweight textures and skin sensitivity, while No7 is stronger for anti-aging and skin smoothing. Both brands share an equal routine fit for dry, sensitive, mature, and dry sensitive skin types.

ISDIN or No7 for dry skin?

Both ISDIN and No7 provide a Superior routine fit for dry skin. The products on this page help deliver deep moisture and hydration.

ISDIN or No7: which moisturizer is better?

When it comes to moisturizers, ISDIN and No7 both offer options for various skin needs, with ISDIN particularly noted for lightweight moisturizers. Reviewers mention that the products on this page help deliver deep hydration, though No7 features more fragrance-free options among its moisturizers.

Which is more affordable, ISDIN or No7?

When it comes to affordability, No7 is noted for a high price point among the products on this page, while ISDIN is also frequently mentioned for its high price point.

Which brand has more fragrance concerns, ISDIN or No7?

No7 has more fragrance concerns than ISDIN based on the products on this page. Reviewers note fragrance issues more often for No7, and ten of its thirteen products list fragrance compared to five of eight for ISDIN.

ISDIN or No7 for oily skin?

For oily skin, ISDIN offers a Superior routine fit while No7 provides a High fit. Reviewers note that the products on this page from ISDIN are particularly well-liked for their ultralight sunscreens and lightweight moisturizers.

ISDIN or No7: which sunscreen is better?

When it comes to sunscreens, ISDIN is the better choice because the products on this page offer superior or high Lovi fit levels across nearly all skin types, including sensitive and dry sensitive skin. Reviewers also frequently praise these sunscreens for being ultralight and makeup-friendly.

ISDIN or No7 for sensitive skin?

Both ISDIN and No7 offer a Superior routine fit for sensitive skin. The products on this page show that ISDIN has fewer products with fragrance, while No7 is more likely to help with anti-aging.

ISDIN or No7 for acne-prone skin?

ISDIN is the better fit for acne-prone skin, with the products on this page offering a Superior routine fit compared to the High level for No7. Reviewers highlight ISDIN for its lightweight, skin-friendly textures.

ISDIN or No7 for mature skin?

Both ISDIN and No7 achieve a Superior routine fit level for mature skin. Reviewers note that No7 is strong in anti-aging and line reduction, while ISDIN offers ultralight sunscreens and lightweight moisturizers.

ISDIN or No7 for skin with dark spots?

For skin with dark spots, ISDIN performs better overall as the products on this page achieve a Superior fit level compared to High for No7. Niacinamide helps reduce cutaneous pigmentation.

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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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