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Simple vs Theramid

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

Simple and Theramid are distinct skincare labels offering specialized products for varied complexions. The British brand is known for gentle moisturizers, makeup removers, cleansers, and toners with niacinamide and glycerin, which suit acne-prone and mature skin best. Meanwhile, the Spanish brand is cherished for advanced moisturizers and targeted serums featuring meticulously engineered formulas, suiting balanced, dry, combination, oily, and sensitive skin. While both lines approach daily care with precision, they differ in their foundational ingredients, product portfolios, and targeted skin types.

Simple is a British skincare brand founded in 1960 and owned by Unilever PLC since 2011.

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Theramid is a Spanish skincare brand founded in 2022 and owned by Cosnova Group since 2026.

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

Popular Simple vs Theramid products

People Say

SimpleTheramid
  • Gentle on sensitive skin Mostly MentionedOften Mentioned
    • “Does not cause any form of irritation on the skin which I love. — Simple Micellar Cleansing Water”
    • “The only cleanser that doesn't turn my face red. — Simple Micellar Water”
    • “no artificial perfume — Simple Hydrating Light Moisturiser”
    • “Suitable for sensitive skin — Theramid DERMA-PEPTIDES”
  • Lightweight and non-greasy Often MentionedMostly Mentioned
    • “the texture is a sophisticated, lightweight gel that absorbs almost instantly without leaving a sticky residue — Theramid Copper Peptide”
    • “Absorbs quickly — Theramid DERMA-PEPTIDES”
    • “Nice lightweight emulsion — Theramid Ceramide Treatment”
    • “sinks in instantly — Simple Water Boost Hydrating Gel Cream”
  • Hydration and non-drying Mostly MentionedOften Mentioned
    • “banished dryness within days — Simple Replenishing Rich Moisturiser”
    • “Instantly boosts skin's hydration... face doesn't feel dry and tight. — Simple Micellar Cleansing Water”
    • “Leaves my face feeling soft, not tight. — Simple Micellar Water”
    • “Provides long-lasting hydration — Theramid Ceramide Treatment”
  • Improves firmness and anti-aging Not notedMostly Mentioned
    • “Fine lines are less visible — Theramid DERMA-PEPTIDES”
    • “my skin feels incredibly fed and plump — Theramid Copper Peptide”
  • Affordable value and price Often MentionedSometimes Noted
    • “great value for money — Simple Kind to Skin Soothing Facial Toner”
    • “super affordable — Simple Hydrating Light Moisturiser”
    • “Can't beat the price for the quality. — Simple Micellar Water”
    • “Price is unbeatable — Theramid DERMA-PEPTIDES”
  • Packaging and leaking issues Rarely NotedOften Mentioned
    • “Worried about the snap top bottle leaking when travelling. — Simple Micellar Cleansing Water”
    • “The cap broke off immediately. — Simple Micellar Water”
    • “hard to get last bit out — Simple Replenishing Rich Moisturiser”
    • “Struggled to pump it out halfway through — Theramid Ceramide Treatment”
  • Caused breakouts Sometimes NotedRarely Noted
    • “Gave me massive texture and bumps — Theramid Ceramide Treatment”
    • “Gave me tiny bumps on my forehead. — Simple Micellar Water”

Questions and answers

Simple or Theramid: which is better?

Simple tends to be better for value and gentle hydration, while Theramid is stronger for anti-aging and firming. Reviewers note that Simple offers affordable, lightweight moisturizers and gentle makeup removers, whereas Theramid provides restorative and soothing moisturizers.

What is the difference between Simple and Theramid?

Simple offers affordable value and is gentle on sensitive skin, while Theramid provides lightweight, non-greasy options that improve firmness and anti-aging. The products on this page for both brands list no fragrance in their ingredients.

Simple or Theramid: which moisturizer is better?

Simple offers lightweight, value-friendly moisturizers that reviewers mention for being budget-conscious, while Theramid features restorative, soothing moisturizers with a High fit for dry and sensitive skin. For Lovi fit levels, the products on this page for both brands generally achieve Average to High ratings across most skin types.

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Which is more affordable, Simple or Theramid?

Simple offers better affordability, as reviewers note its affordable value and price.

Which causes fewer breakouts, Simple or Theramid?

Simple is typically gentler, whereas Theramid reviewers note that its formulas may occasionally cause breakouts. Lovi rates Simple with an Average fit for acne-prone skin, while Theramid ranges from Average to High depending on the specific product.

When were Simple and Theramid founded and who owns them?

Simple was founded in 1960 in the United Kingdom and has been owned by Unilever PLC since 2011. Theramid was founded in 2022 in Spain and is owned by Cosnova Group starting in 2026.

Which brand has fragrance-free products, Simple or Theramid?

Both brands offer fragrance-free options, as every product on this page for both Simple and Theramid lists no fragrance in its ingredients.

How does the Lovi fit level for dry skin compare between Simple's and Theramid's moisturizers?

Simple's moisturizers on this page have an Average Lovi fit level for dry skin, while Theramid's moisturizers range from Average to Superior for dry skin.

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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