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ISDIN vs Eminence

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

ISDIN and Eminence are respected skincare labels that offer advanced daily solutions and deeply nourishing botanical formulas, respectively. The Spanish line from 1975 best suits sensitive and acne-prone skin with reliable sunscreens, moisturizers, and serums, while the second option nurtures dry, sensitive, and combination complexions through pure plant potency. Both brands feature standout treatments like Fusion Water, Eryfotona Actinica, K-Ox Eyes, Clear Skin Probiotic Moisturizer, Calm Skin Chamomile Moisturizer, and Arctic Berry Peptide Radiance Cream. They differ primarily in their formulation philosophies, as the first relies on science-driven daily care while the second harnesses organic botanical ingredients for visible renewal.

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

Popular ISDIN vs Eminence products

People Say

ISDINEminence
  • Texture and application Mostly MentionedMostly Mentioned
    • “absorbs instantly — ISDIN Eryfotona Actinica”
    • “doesn't leave you white as a ghost — ISDIN Fusion Water”
    • “doesn't feel heavy — Eminence Clear Skin Probiotic Moisturizer”
    • “buttery and great — Eminence Calm Skin Chamomile Moisturizer”
  • Sensitivity and irritation Often MentionedMostly Mentioned
    • “calms my irritation — Eminence Calm Skin Chamomile Moisturizer”
    • “cooling effect — Eminence Clear Skin Probiotic Moisturizer”
    • “Sensitive/reactive skin tolerates — ISDIN Hyaluronic Moisture”
  • Results and efficacy Often MentionedMostly Mentioned
    • “cleared up my acne — Eminence Clear Skin Probiotic Moisturizer”
    • “Skin appears firmed — Eminence Arctic Berry Peptide Radiance Cream”
    • “Smells like heaven — Eminence Arctic Berry Peptide Radiance Cream”
    • “helps reduce swelling in the area of my under-eye bags — ISDIN K-Ox Eyes”
  • Price and value Often MentionedOften Mentioned
    • “very expensive — ISDIN Eryfotona Actinica”
    • “My only wish is that ISDIN would make this product in a bigger size bottle. — ISDIN Fusion Water”
    • “pricey but worth it — Eminence Calm Skin Chamomile Moisturizer”
    • “spent a lot of money — Eminence Clear Skin Probiotic Moisturizer”
  • Fragrance and scent Often MentionedOften Mentioned
    • “smell is overpowering — ISDIN Eryfotona Actinica”
    • “lingering headache inducing effect — ISDIN K-Ox Eyes”
    • “fragrance is terrible — Eminence Calm Skin Chamomile Moisturizer”
    • “strong tea tree smell — Eminence Clear Skin Probiotic Moisturizer”

Questions and answers

ISDIN or Eminence: which is better?

Eminence does better for sensitivity and irritation as well as results and efficacy, while both brands are equal for texture, application, price, value, fragrance, and scent. Eminence products on this page list no fragrance in their ingredients, whereas some ISDIN products list fragrance.

What is the difference between ISDIN and Eminence?

Reviewers note that Eminence does better for sensitivity, irritation, results, and efficacy compared to ISDIN. Both brands share an equal footing for texture, application, price, value, fragrance, and scent.

ISDIN or Eminence: which moisturizer is better?

For moisturizers on this page, Eminence is generally better for sensitivity and irritation, while ISDIN offers options like Hyaluronic Concentrate with a High fit for sensitive skin.

Which is more affordable, ISDIN or Eminence?

Both ISDIN and Eminence are equally matched on price and value, as reviewers on the page often mention a high price point for both brands.

Which causes fewer breakouts, ISDIN or Eminence?

When it comes to acne-prone skin, the products on this page for both ISDIN and Eminence feature options with High Lovi fit levels. Reviewers mention that ISDIN offers ultralight sunscreens and lightweight moisturizers, while Eminence is noted for soothing and cooling moisturizers.

How do the founding years and ownership of ISDIN and Eminence compare?

ISDIN was founded in 1975 in Spain and is owned by Puig, whereas Eminence was founded in 1958 and is independently owned.

Which brand has more products listed on the page, ISDIN or Eminence?

ISDIN has more products listed on the page than Eminence, with eight products compared to Eminence's three. Reviewers frequently mention ISDIN's ultralight and makeup-friendly sunscreens.

Do both ISDIN and Eminence products contain fragrance according to their ingredients?

No, only ISDIN products contain fragrance, as 3 of 8 ISDIN products on this page list fragrance in their ingredients. In contrast, every Eminence product on this page lists no fragrance in its ingredients.

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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