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Shiseido vs MAËLYS

Rated by Lovi · Unbiased, science-based skincare AI trained on real user outcomes · How the Fit score works

Shiseido and MAËLYS are distinct skincare lines, with the Japanese heritage brand founded in 1872 offering nourishing moisturizers, gentle cleansers, protective sunscreens, potent serums, and versatile glycerin formulations, while the latter is loved for targeted serums and advanced formulas. Shiseido suits mature skin and sensitive skin best through deep moisture and gentle care, supported by rigorous study findings showing its key ingredient glycerin significantly improved stratum corneum hydration, whereas both brands offer standout solutions for specific concerns such as the Treatment Softener and TOO-FINE for acne-prone skin, and the Benefiance Wrinkle Smoothing Day Cream and RE-LURE Tight & Tone Body Serum for skin with dark spots, though MAËLYS suits all skin types best with its specialized solutions.

Shiseido is a Japanese skincare brand founded in 1872 and owned by Shiseido Company, Limited.

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This page compares some of the most popular Shiseido and MAËLYS products; for every product of both brands, with a fit score for your own skin, use the Lovi app.

Popular Shiseido vs MAËLYS products

Questions and answers

Shiseido or MAËLYS: which is better?

Shiseido is the better choice for most skincare needs, as the products on this page offer superior or high Lovi fit levels across mature, sensitive, and dry skin types, whereas MAËLYS products largely show low fit levels. Additionally, Shiseido features key hydrating ingredients like hyaluronic acid that help improve skin quality.

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What is the difference between Shiseido and MAËLYS?

Shiseido offers a wide range of skincare products on this page with high Lovi fit levels for mature, sensitive, and oily skin types, whereas MAËLYS features only a couple of body and face products with mostly low fit levels.

Which is more affordable, Shiseido or MAËLYS?

The provided page facts do not mention the prices of Shiseido or MAËLYS products, though reviewers often note that Shiseido has a high price point.

Which causes fewer breakouts, Shiseido or MAËLYS?

MAËLYS products on this page have low Lovi fit levels for acne-prone skin, whereas several Shiseido items, such as the Essential Energy Hydrating Cream, show a High fit for acne-prone skin. However, some individual Shiseido products may cause irritation or breakouts.

Between Shiseido and MAËLYS, which brand offers more products with fragrance listed?

Shiseido offers significantly more products with fragrance listed compared to MAËLYS, with fifteen products on the page containing fragrance.

How do the founding years and corporate ownership of Shiseido and MAËLYS compare?

Shiseido was founded in 1872 in Japan and is owned by Shiseido Company, Limited, whereas MAËLYS was founded in 2017 and is owned by the Barinboim Group.

Which Shiseido products achieve a Superior Lovi fit level for mature skin?

For mature skin, the Shiseido products on this page that achieve a Superior Lovi fit level are Essential Energy Hydrating Cream, Benefiance Wrinkle Smoothing Cream Enriched, Benefiance Wrinkle Smoothing Day Cream, and Essential Energy Hydrating Day Cream.

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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