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Avène vs ISDIN

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

Avène and ISDIN are European skincare brands offering versatile moisturizers, advanced sunscreens, targeted serums, and gentle cleansers. The French brand uses nourishing glycerin to suit acne-prone skin and oily acne-prone skin best, while the Spanish brand provides gentle daily comfort and dependable protection for dry skin and sensitive skin. They differ primarily in their specific target audiences and formulations, with Avène featuring the Tolerance Control Soothing Skin Recovery Balm, the Cleanance, and the Hyaluron Activ B3 Concentrated Plumping Serum, and ISDIN featuring the Fusion Water, the Eryfotona Actinica, and the K-Ox Eyes.

Avène is a French skincare brand founded in 1990 and owned by Fondation Pierre Fabre.

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

Popular Avène vs ISDIN products

People Say

AvèneISDIN
  • Texture and Absorption Often MentionedMostly Mentioned
    • “absorbs instantly — ISDIN Eryfotona Actinica”
    • “doesn't leave you white as a ghost — ISDIN Fusion Water”
    • “ultra-light fluid product, which makes it super easy to apply — ISDIN Fusion Water”
    • “absorbs very quickly — Avène Vitamin Activ Cg Radiance Concentrated Serum”
  • Hydration and Moisture Mostly MentionedMostly Mentioned
    • “Saves my skin in winter — Avène Cold Cream”
    • “Thick but absorbs well eventually — Avène Cicalfate+ Restorative Protective Cream”
    • “Improved moisture and texture — ISDIN Hyaluronic Moisture”
    • “My skin felt sooo hydrated and looks so plump and dewey. — ISDIN Fusion Water”
  • Gentleness and Skin Tolerance Mostly MentionedOften Mentioned
    • “leaves face clean but not dry — Avène Cleanance”
    • “Squeaky clean but soft — Avène Cleanance Cleansing Gel”
    • “Sensitive/reactive skin tolerates — ISDIN Hyaluronic Moisture”
    • “no excessive exfoliation — ISDIN Retinal Intense Serum”
  • Anti-Aging and Skin Texture Often MentionedOften Mentioned
    • “immediate radiance boost — Avène Vitamin Activ Cg Radiance Concentrated Serum”
    • “skin instantly felt firmer — Avène Hyaluron Activ B3 Concentrated Plumping Serum”
    • “applicator has a cooling effect — ISDIN K-Ox Eyes”
    • “helps reduce swelling in the area of my under-eye bags — ISDIN K-Ox Eyes”
  • Soothing and Calming Mostly MentionedRarely Noted
    • “Calmed my angry red skin overnight — Avène Cicalfate+ Restorative Protective Cream”
    • “Nothing has ever worked to soothe or heal my skin like these before. — Avène Tolerance Control Soothing Skin Recovery Balm”
    • “Perfect cleanser for sensitive skin. — Avène Milk Cleanser”
    • “fades dark spots — ISDIN Eryfotona Actinica”
  • Packaging and Product Issues Often MentionedSometimes Noted
    • “ghostly cast — ISDIN Eryfotona Actinica”
    • “Pump stopped working — ISDIN Hyaluronic Concentrate”
    • “spills easily — ISDIN Eryfotona Actinica”
    • “bring it back — Avène Antirougeurs Fort Relief Concentrate”
  • Pricing and Value Sometimes NotedOften Mentioned
    • “Its a bit pricey but so worth it!! — Avène Tolerance Control Soothing Skin Recovery Balm”
    • “a bit pricey — Avène Cleanance”
    • “Tiny tube for the money — Avène Cold Cream”
    • “very expensive — ISDIN Eryfotona Actinica”
  • Fragrance and Scent Issues Sometimes NotedOften Mentioned
    • “The fragrance is very present. — Avène Milk Cleanser”
    • “smell is too strong — Avène Cleanance”
    • “smell is overpowering — ISDIN Eryfotona Actinica”
    • “lingering headache inducing effect — ISDIN K-Ox Eyes”

Avène vs ISDIN routines for dry skin

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Avène vs ISDIN routines for oily skin

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Avène vs ISDIN routines for combination skin

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Questions and answers

Avène or ISDIN: which is better?

ISDIN holds a superior routine fit for dry sensitive skin, whereas Avène offers an average fit for that skin type. ISDIN also performs better in texture and absorption according to reviewers, while Avène offers better pricing and value.

What is the difference between Avène and ISDIN?

Avène and ISDIN are both skincare brands, but they differ in their formulation styles and skin focus. Avène is owned by Fondation Pierre Fabre and focuses on soothing properties, whereas ISDIN is owned by Puig and is known for its ultralight sunscreens and textures.

Avène or ISDIN for oily skin?

For oily skin, Lovi finds ISDIN to have a Superior routine fit compared to Avène's High routine fit. Reviewers note that ISDIN does better on texture and absorption.

Avène or ISDIN: which moisturizer is better?

When comparing moisturizers, ISDIN achieves a Superior routine fit for dry skin, while Avène achieves a High fit. Reviewers note that ISDIN offers lightweight moisturizers while Avène is recognized for deep hydration and soothing irritation.

Which is more affordable, Avène or ISDIN?

Avène tends to be more affordable than ISDIN, as pricing and value is an area where Avène does better. Reviewers for ISDIN frequently mention a high price point.

Where were Avène and ISDIN founded, and who owns each company?

Avène was founded in France in 1990 and is owned by Fondation Pierre Fabre, while ISDIN was founded in Spain in 1975 and is owned by Puig.

How do Avène and ISDIN compare in soothing and calming properties based on reviewer themes?

When it comes to soothing and calming properties, Avène does better than ISDIN according to reviewer themes.

Which brand has more fragrance-free products listed on the page?

Avène has more fragrance-free products listed on the products on this page, with seven out of fifteen products listing no fragrance compared to three out of eight for ISDIN.

Avène or ISDIN for sensitive skin?

For sensitive skin, Lovi gives Avène a High fit level and ISDIN a Superior fit level. Both brands offer gentle options, but ISDIN stands out for texture and absorption.

Avène or ISDIN: which sunscreen is better?

When it comes to sunscreens, Avène is mostly mentioned by reviewers for offering gentle and non-stripping options, while ISDIN is mostly noted for having ultralight, makeup-friendly, and skin-friendly formulas. Lovi rates ISDIN sunscreens like Eryfotona Actinica and Fusion Water as Superior for dry sensitive skin, whereas Avène sunscreens range from High to Low depending on the specific skin type.

Avène or ISDIN for acne-prone skin?

For acne-prone skin, Avène offers strong options with an overall routine fit of High, while ISDIN also fits well with a routine fit of Superior. Reviewers note that Avène excels in soothing and calming, whereas ISDIN is preferred for its ultralight sunscreens.

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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