Lancôme vs Augustinus Bader
Lancôme and Augustinus Bader are distinguished skincare houses offering thoughtful selections of moisturizers, serums, and eye products. The French heritage brand, founded in 1935, relies on glycerin, hyaluronic acid, and adenosine to support sensitive and mature skin, while the German innovator, established in 2018, builds its preparations around specialized formulas suited for dry and mature skin. Both lines feature targeted solutions for concerns such as acne-prone skin and dark spots, differing primarily in their foundational ingredients and historical approach to barrier function and hydration.
Lancôme is a French skincare brand founded in 1935 and owned by L'Oréal S.A. since 1964.
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Augustinus Bader is a German skincare brand founded in 2018.
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This page compares some of the most popular Lancôme and Augustinus Bader products; for every product of both brands, with a fit score for your own skin, use the Lovi app.
Popular Lancôme vs Augustinus Bader products
People Say
Deep hydration Mostly MentionedMostly Mentioned
- “gives my skin an instant dewy glow — Lancôme Tonique Confort”
- “keeps the skin soft and hydrated — Lancôme HYDRA ZEN”
- “Instantly hydrated — Augustinus Bader The Face Oil”
- “Extremely dry skin saved — Augustinus Bader The Rich Cream”
Lightweight texture Often MentionedMostly Mentioned
- “light but nourishing — Augustinus Bader The Cream”
- “sinks in instantly — Augustinus Bader The Serum”
- “light gel texture — Augustinus Bader The Eye Cream”
- “absorbs quickly — Lancôme RÉNERGIE”
Improves skin texture Sometimes NotedMostly Mentioned
- “Softens fine lines — Augustinus Bader The Rich Cream”
- “skin is smoother — Augustinus Bader The Cream”
- “skin felt noticeably firmer — Augustinus Bader The Serum”
- “Skin feels cushiony soft — Lancôme Advanced Génifique Youth Activating Concentrate”
Boosts radiance and glow Sometimes NotedSometimes Noted
- “Instant youthful glow — Augustinus Bader The Rich Cream”
- “Skin looks lit from within — Lancôme Advanced Génifique Youth Activating Concentrate”
Makeup compatibility and base Sometimes NotedRarely Noted
- “concealer applies smoothly — Lancôme Advanced Génifique Eye Cream”
- “layers beautifully under makeup — Lancôme Génifique Ultimate”
- “perfect moisturizer to prep your skin before makeup — Lancôme HYDRA ZEN”
- “concealer blends perfectly — Augustinus Bader The Eye Cream”
Soothing and calming Sometimes NotedRarely Noted
- “instantly soothed my skin — Lancôme Génifique Ultimate”
- “works great on my sensitive skin — Lancôme HYDRA ZEN”
- “If you have any redness, it also soothes the irritation too. — Lancôme Hydra Zen Gel Cream”
- “calms redness — Augustinus Bader The Cream”
High price point Mostly MentionedMostly Mentioned
- “super expensive — Lancôme Absolue Precious Oil”
- “expensive as hell — Lancôme RÉNERGIE”
- “bit of a splurge — Lancôme Génifique Ultimate”
Subtle or lack of results Sometimes NotedOften Mentioned
- “didn't notice much change in wrinkles — Lancôme Génifique Ultimate”
- “Did absolutely nothing — Lancôme Advanced Génifique Youth Activating Concentrate”
- “didn't see major changes — Lancôme Absolue Revitalizing Eye Cream”
- “didn't see dramatic results — Augustinus Bader The Cream”
Strong fragrance and scent Often MentionedSometimes Noted
- “Smells like old crayons — Augustinus Bader The Rich Cream”
- “Smells like vegetable oil — Augustinus Bader The Face Oil”
- “My only issue with it is the fragrance. — Lancôme Hydra Zen Gel Cream”
Packaging issues Not notedOften Mentioned
- “excessive packaging — Augustinus Bader The Serum”
Lancôme vs Augustinus Bader routines for dry skin
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Cleanser
CeraVe Hydrating Facial Cleanser
Morning · Evening · Once a week
€14.68
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Hydrating Toner
COSRX Propolis Synergy Toner
Morning
€14.28
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Moisturizer
The Rich Cream
Morning · Evening · Once a week
€289.90
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SPF
thinkbaby Safe Sunscreen SPF 50+
Morning
€32.81
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Pre-Cleanser
MISSHA Ultra Hyalon Cleansing Cream
Evening · Once a week
€16.25
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Serum or Treatment
The Serum
Evening · Once a week
€385.99
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Nourishing Mask
Mediheal Watermide Essential Mask
Once a week
€28.40
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Cleanser
CeraVe Hydrating Facial Cleanser
Morning · Evening · Once a week
€14.68
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Hydrating Toner
Tonique Confort
Morning
€26.57
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Moisturizer
RÉNERGIE
Morning · Evening · Once a week
€125.30
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SPF
thinkbaby Safe Sunscreen SPF 50+
Morning
€32.81
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Pre-Cleanser
Bi-Facil Double Action Eye Makeup Remover
Evening · Once a week
€28.50
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Nourishing Mask
Mediheal Watermide Essential Mask
Once a week
€28.40
Lancôme vs Augustinus Bader routines for oily skin
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Cleanser
CeraVe Foaming Facial Cleanser
Morning · Evening · Once a week
€21.45
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Hydrating Toner
Some By Mi Snail Truecica Miracle Repair Toner
Morning · Once a week
€19.99
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Moisturizer
The Eye Cream
Morning · Evening · Once a week
€249.90
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SPF
CeraVe AM Facial Moisturizing Lotion SPF 30
Morning
€15.64
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Pre-Cleanser
Pyunkang Yul Deep Cleansing Oil
Evening · Once a week
€22.67
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Cleansing Toner
Pixi Glow Tonic
Evening
€34.00
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Serum or Treatment
The Serum
Evening · Once a week
€385.99
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Enzyme Powder
Dermalogica Daily Microfoliant
Once a week
€76.00
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Cleansing Mask
Dr. Sebagh Deep Exfoliating Mask
Once a week
€82.85
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Cleanser
CeraVe Foaming Facial Cleanser
Morning · Evening · Once a week
€21.45
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Hydrating Toner
Tonique Confort
Morning · Once a week
€26.57
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Moisturizer
RÉNERGIE
Morning · Evening · Once a week
€125.30
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SPF
CeraVe AM Facial Moisturizing Lotion SPF 30
Morning
€15.64
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Pre-Cleanser
Bi-Facil Double Action Eye Makeup Remover
Evening · Once a week
€28.50
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Cleansing Toner
Pixi Glow Tonic
Evening
€34.00
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Serum or Treatment
Génifique Ultimate
Evening · Once a week
€37.95
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Enzyme Powder
Dermalogica Daily Microfoliant
Once a week
€76.00
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Cleansing Mask
Dr. Sebagh Deep Exfoliating Mask
Once a week
€82.85
Lancôme vs Augustinus Bader routines for combination skin
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Cleanser
Fresh Soy Face Cleanser
Morning · Evening · Once a week
€56.86
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Hydrating Toner
La Mer The Tonic
Morning · Once a week
€115.30
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Moisturizer
The Eye Cream
Morning · Evening · Once a week
€249.90
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Pre-Cleanser
Pyunkang Yul Deep Cleansing Oil
Evening · Once a week
€22.67
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Cleansing Toner
Medicube Zero Pore Pad 2.0
Evening
€22.99
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Serum or Treatment
The Serum
Evening · Once a week
€385.99
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Enzyme Powder
Dermalogica Daily Microfoliant
Once a week
€76.00
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Cleansing Mask
Sand & Sky Australian Pink Clay Porefining Face Mask
Once a week
€48.22
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Cleanser
Fresh Soy Face Cleanser
Morning · Evening · Once a week
€56.86
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Hydrating Toner
Tonique Confort
Morning · Once a week
€26.57
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Moisturizer
RÉNERGIE
Morning · Evening · Once a week
€125.30
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Pre-Cleanser
Bi-Facil Double Action Eye Makeup Remover
Evening · Once a week
€28.50
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Cleansing Toner
Medicube Zero Pore Pad 2.0
Evening
€22.99
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Enzyme Powder
Dermalogica Daily Microfoliant
Once a week
€76.00
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Cleansing Mask
Sand & Sky Australian Pink Clay Porefining Face Mask
Once a week
€48.22
Questions and answers
Lancôme or Augustinus Bader: which is better?
Augustinus Bader is generally better than Lancôme on this page, as Lovi rates its routine fit as Superior for most skin types compared to High for Lancôme. Reviewers also say that Augustinus Bader does better for lightweight texture, skin texture improvement, and radiance.
What is the difference between Lancôme and Augustinus Bader?
Augustinus Bader has a Superior fit for dry skin, whereas the products on this page for Lancome have an Average to High fit for dry skin. Reviewers note that Augustinus Bader does better with lightweight texture and boosting radiance, while Lancome does better with soothing and calming.
Lancôme or Augustinus Bader for dry skin?
Augustinus Bader is a better fit for dry skin, offering a Superior routine fit compared to Lancôme's High fit on this page. Reviewers frequently note that Augustinus Bader provides deep hydration.
Lancôme or Augustinus Bader: which moisturizer is better?
Augustinus Bader has superior moisturizer fit ratings across most skin types on this page compared to Lancôme, and reviewers note that its moisturizers offer deep hydration. Meanwhile, Lancôme moisturizers on this page feature key ingredients like glycerin, which helps provide moisture.
Which is more affordable, Lancôme or Augustinus Bader?
Lancôme is more affordable, as Augustinus Bader is noted for having an extreme price.
Which brand has more fragrance-free options, Lancôme or Augustinus Bader?
Augustinus Bader has more fragrance-free options because every product on the page lists no fragrance, whereas 11 of the 14 products from Lancôme on this page contain fragrance.
How do the founding years and corporate ownership of Lancôme and Augustinus Bader compare?
Lancôme was founded in France in 1935 and has been owned by L'Oréal S.A. since 1964, whereas Augustinus Bader was founded in Germany in 2018 and is independently owned.
Which brand performs better for improving skin texture and boosting radiance according to reviewers?
Augustinus Bader performs better for improving skin texture and boosting radiance according to reviewers. Lovi rates the brand's routine fit as Superior for dry, combination, sensitive, mature, and dry sensitive skin.
Lancôme or Augustinus Bader for oily skin?
Augustinus Bader is rated Superior for oily skin, whereas Lancôme is rated High. Augustinus Bader provides lightweight moisturizers and helps improve skin texture, while Lancôme may present a higher price point and subtle results.
Lancôme or Augustinus Bader for sensitive skin?
Augustinus Bader has a Superior Lovi fit level for sensitive skin, whereas Lancôme has a High fit level. Glycerin in Lancôme products helps provide deep hydration, which is supported by research.
Lancôme or Augustinus Bader for acne-prone skin?
Both brands are a High fit for acne-prone skin on this page. Lancôme features key ingredients like glycerin which helps with deep hydration, while Augustinus Bader offers lightweight moisturizers.
Research behind their key ingredients
Resveratrol as a Multifunctional Topical Hypopigmenting Agent
Vitamin C-squalene bioconjugate promotes epidermal thickening and collagen production in human skin
Fermented pomegranate extracts protect against oxidative stress and aging of skin
Spent Yeast Waste Streams as a Sustainable Source of Bioactive Peptides for Skin Applications
A Rose Extract Protects the Skin against Stress Mediators: A Potential Role of Olfactory Receptors
Design and in vivo evaluation of emulgel formulations including green tea extract and rose oil
Safety of a preservative system containing 1,2-hexanediol and caprylyl glycol
Histometric assessment of the age-related skin response to 2-hydroxy-5-octanoyl benzoic acid
Treatment with Ascorbyl Glucoside-Arginine Complex Ameliorates Solar Lentigos
Skin moisturization by hydrogenated polyisobutene--quantitative and visual evaluation
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.
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Co-founder, Medical Director
Cosmetic chemist, cosmetologist, aesthetic products developer
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Co-founder, CEO and CTO
PhD in computer science, 3x US patent holder, ex-Google, ex-Yandex
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Dr. Sofía Perea Pérez, MD, MSc
Medical Board
Aesthetic medicine practitioner, MSc in Longevity and Anti-Aging Medicine
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Specialist dermatologist, MBBS, MD, IFAAD
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Cosmetic chemist, SCS, IFSCC member
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Medical Board, Medical Advisor
Dermatology MD
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Elina Nazarenko, MD
Medical Board
Dermatology and diagnostic consultant
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Victoria Derkova, MS
Medical Board
Cosmetic chemist, cosmetic development technologist
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