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Pixi vs Allies of Skin

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Pixi and Allies of Skin are two distinct skincare lines known for nourishing toners, targeted serums, soothing eye products, and hydrating moisturizers. The British brand founded in 1999 utilizes thoughtful formulas to suit sensitive skin and dry sensitive skin best, featuring standout solutions like the Glow Tonic for acne-prone skin, the Glow Peel Pads for skin with dark spots, and the Retinol Tonic for mature skin. Conversely, the second maker relies on powerhouse ingredients like niacinamide in luxurious moisturizers, potent serums, and targeted eye products to suit dry skin and acne-prone skin best. While both deliver reliable and comforting care, their differences lie in the specific formulations that address aging signs, hyperpigmentation, and daily routines.

Pixi is a British skincare brand founded in 1999.

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

Popular Pixi vs Allies of Skin products

People Say

PixiAllies of Skin
  • Texture and Absorption Mostly MentionedMostly Mentioned
    • “Skin feels incredible, so smooth — Pixi Glow Peel Pads”
    • “doesn't sting — Pixi Glow Tonic”
    • “sinks easily into damp skin — Allies of Skin Tranexamic & Arbutin Advanced Brightening Serum”
    • “Woke up looking well-rested — Allies of Skin Retinal & Peptides Repair Night Cream”
  • Hydration and Plumping Mostly MentionedMostly Mentioned
    • “Instant surge of hydration — Pixi Hydrating Milky Mist”
    • “deeply hydrates and balances — Pixi Antioxidant Tonic”
    • “nourished and hydrated — Allies of Skin Peptides & Omegas Firming Eye Cream”
    • “more like a spray serum — Allies of Skin Molecular Saviour Probiotics Treatment Mist”
  • Radiance and Glow Mostly MentionedOften Mentioned
    • “gives instant glow — Pixi Glow Tonic”
    • “Skin is noticeably brighter — Pixi Glow Peel Pads”
    • “healthy radiance — Pixi Glow Mist”
    • “gives skin an instant dewy glow — Allies of Skin Tranexamic & Arbutin Advanced Brightening Serum”
  • Soothing and Gentle Often MentionedMostly Mentioned
    • “Best retinol for sensitive skin — Allies of Skin Retinal & Peptides Repair Night Cream”
    • “Redness is less noticeable — Allies of Skin Copper Tripeptide & Ectoin Advanced Repair Serum”
    • “feels super soothing, doesn't trigger redness — Allies of Skin Tranexamic & Arbutin Advanced Brightening Serum”
    • “instantly cooling upon application — Pixi DetoxifEYE Depuffing Eye Patches”
  • Scents and Versatility Mostly MentionedOften Mentioned
    • “smells like fresh roses — Pixi Rose Oil Blend”
    • “Easy to use — Pixi Glow Peel Pads”
    • “melts powder makeup — Pixi Glow Mist”
    • “Faster skin recovery — Allies of Skin Copper Tripeptide & Ectoin Advanced Repair Serum”
  • Price and Value Concerns Sometimes NotedMostly Mentioned
    • “Bottle is too small — Pixi Hydrating Milky Mist”
    • “Slight downside is the price — Pixi Glow Peel Pads”
    • “bottle is very small — Pixi Rose Oil Blend”
    • “Pricey — Allies of Skin Copper Tripeptide & Ectoin Advanced Repair Serum”
  • Results and Performance Concerns Often MentionedOften Mentioned
    • “slippery and won't stay put — Pixi DetoxifEYE Depuffing Eye Patches”
    • “too greasy — Pixi Glow Mist”
    • “still not impressed with the results — Allies of Skin Tranexamic & Arbutin Advanced Brightening Serum”
    • “Have not noticed improved skin quality yet — Allies of Skin Copper Tripeptide & Ectoin Advanced Repair Serum”
  • Breakouts and Skin Irritation Often MentionedSometimes Noted
    • “Massive burning sensation — Pixi Glow Peel Pads”
    • “burned my face — Pixi Glow Tonic”
    • “Slightly irritating... when I first started — Allies of Skin Copper Tripeptide & Ectoin Advanced Repair Serum”
    • “rashes popped up on my neck — Allies of Skin Tranexamic & Arbutin Advanced Brightening Serum”

Pixi vs Allies of Skin routines for dry skin

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Pixi vs Allies of Skin routines for oily skin

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Pixi vs Allies of Skin routines for combination skin

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Questions and answers

Pixi or Allies of Skin: which is better?

Pixi and Allies of Skin share an equal Lovi fit level across all skin types, with Pixi performing better for radiance and glow while Allies of Skin excels at being soothing and gentle. Pixi features key ingredients like hyaluronic acid and aloe vera, whereas Allies of Skin highlights niacinamide.

Journal of Pharmacy & Pharmaceutical Sciences, 2015Iranian Journal of Medical Sciences, 2019

What is the difference between Pixi and Allies of Skin?

Pixi offers budget-friendly products known for radiance and glow, while Allies of Skin features higher-priced items focused on soothing and gentle care with no fragrance listed across its range.

Pixi or Allies of Skin for dry skin?

Both Pixi and Allies of Skin achieve a Superior routine fit for dry skin. Reviewers note that the products on this page from Pixi provide deep hydration and radiance, while Allies of Skin offers gentle, effective moisturizers.

Pixi or Allies of Skin: which moisturizer is better?

Both Pixi and Allies of Skin offer moisturizers with equal routine fit levels across all skin types, including dry, oily, and sensitive skin. Reviewers note that Allies of Skin provides gentle and effective moisturizers, while Pixi's moisturizer options such as Rose Oil Blend achieve a High fit level specifically for dry skin.

Which is more affordable, Pixi or Allies of Skin?

Pixi is more affordable, as Allies of Skin faces frequent review mentions for its high price point.

Pixi or Allies of Skin: which brand has better fragrance-free options?

Allies of Skin has better fragrance-free options because every product on its page lists no fragrance in its ingredients, whereas 7 of 10 Pixi products list no fragrance.

Which brand performs better for radiance and glow according to reviewers?

Pixi performs better for radiance and glow according to reviewers.

Pixi or Allies of Skin: which brand offers more products with key ingredients like aloe vera and hyaluronic acid?

Pixi offers more products with key ingredients like aloe vera and hyaluronic acid, as these are featured across its range on this page.

Pixi or Allies of Skin for oily skin?

Both Pixi and Allies of Skin achieve a Superior Lovi fit level for oily skin. Reviewers note that Pixi offers better radiance and glow, while Allies of Skin is considered more soothing and gentle.

Pixi or Allies of Skin for sensitive skin?

Both Pixi and Allies of Skin achieve a Superior Lovi fit level for sensitive skin. Pixi offers gentle and soothing toners while Allies of Skin provides calming serums, though Pixi products on this page may contain fragrance and Allies of Skin products list no fragrance.

Pixi or Allies of Skin for acne-prone skin?

Both Pixi and Allies of Skin achieve a Superior Lovi fit level for acne-prone skin. Pixi features key ingredients like aloe vera, which helps in the prevention and healing of skin wounds.

Iranian Journal of Medical Sciences, 2019

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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