# Rilastil vs Bepanthol

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Rilastil and Bepanthol are two esteemed skincare ranges designed to nurture and protect delicate complexions. Rilastil is warmly loved for its targeted [serums](https://lovi.care/skincare/sa/ingredients/serum) and meticulously balanced formulas, while the Swiss brand Bepanthol is widely celebrated for its comforting moisturizers and dependable formulas. Both brands suit dry and sensitive skin best, though the former features the Acnestil line for acne-prone skin and the latter offers the Derma option for similar concerns. Ultimately, they differ through the specific approach each takes to restore daily comfort, enhance natural resilience, and maintain overall skin health.

Bepanthol is a Swiss skincare brand founded in 1944 and owned by Bayer AG since 2004.

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This page compares some of the most popular Rilastil and Bepanthol products; for every product of both brands, with a fit score for your own skin, [use the Lovi app](https://app.pora.ai/vqqJ/j1xj2b6o?af_sub2=compare&af_sub3=selection_note&af_sub4=pgae06d13142).

### Popular Rilastil vs Bepanthol products

#### Rilastil

- [Acnestil](https://lovi.care/skincare/sa/p/rilastil/acnestil/for/oily-skin) — Average fit

#### Bepanthol

- [Derma](https://lovi.care/skincare/sa/p/bepanthol/derma/for/dry-sensitive-skin) — Average fit

## Questions and answers

### Rilastil or Bepanthol: which is better?

Neither Rilastil nor Bepanthol is universally better, as their products on this page suit entirely different skin types. Rilastil Acnestil has an Average fit for oily and acne-prone skin, whereas Bepanthol Derma has an Average fit for dry and sensitive skin.

### What is the difference between Rilastil and Bepanthol?

Rilastil's Acnestil [serum](https://lovi.care/skincare/sa/ingredients/serum) has an average fit for oily and acne-prone skin, whereas Bepanthol Derma has an average fit for dry and sensitive skin. Every product from both brands on this page lists no fragrance in its ingredients.

### Which is more affordable, Rilastil or Bepanthol?

Neither Rilastil nor Bepanthol can be judged for affordability using the information on this page.

### Which causes fewer breakouts, Rilastil or Bepanthol?

Neither brand causes fewer breakouts than the other, because both Rilastil Acnestil and Bepanthol Derma achieve only an average fit for oily acne-prone skin on Lovi. Every product on this page also lists no fragrance in its ingredients.

### When were Rilastil and Bepanthol founded?

Rilastil was founded in 1972, while Bepanthol was founded in 1944 in Switzerland.

### Which companies own Rilastil and Bepanthol?

Rilastil is owned by Istituto Ganassini, while Bepanthol is owned by Bayer AG.

### Do Rilastil and Bepanthol products contain fragrance?

Every product on this page from both Rilastil and Bepanthol lists no fragrance in its ingredients.

## Research behind their key ingredients

- [Topical use of dexpanthenol in skin disorders](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/12113650/) Panthenol · American Journal of Clinical Dermatology, 2002
- [The 24-hour skin hydration and barrier function effects of a hyaluronic 1%, glycerin 5%, and Centella asiatica stem cells extract moisturizing fluid: an intra-subject, randomized, assessor-blinded study](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/28860834/) Glycerin · Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology, 2017
- [A Double-Blinded, Randomized, Vehicle-Controlled Study of the Efficacy of Moisturizer Containing Licochalcone A, Decanediol, L-Carnitine, and Salicylic Acid for Prevention of Acne Relapse in Asian Population](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/33150170/) Salicylic acid · BioMed Research International, 2020
- [A new topical panthenol-containing emollient: Results from two randomized controlled studies assessing its skin moisturization and barrier restoration potential, and the effect on skin microflora](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/27425824/) Panthenol · The Journal of Dermatological Treatment, 2017
- [Comparative study of efficacy and safety of 45% mandelic acid versus 30% salicylic acid peels in mild-to-moderate acne vulgaris](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/31553119/) Mandelic acid · Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2020
- [Efficacy of a multitargeted, salicylic acid-based dermocosmetic cream compared to benzoyl peroxide 5% in Acne vulgaris: Results from a randomized study](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37941097/) Salicylic acid · Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2024
- [A Salicylic Acid-Based Dermocosmetic is Effective as an Adjunct to Benzoyl Peroxide for Mild to Moderate Acne and as Monotherapy in Maintenance Post Benzoyl Peroxide](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/38051857/) Salicylic acid · Journal of Drugs in Dermatology, 2023
- [Chemical peels for acne vulgaris: a systematic review of randomised controlled trials](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/29705755/) Mandelic acid · BMJ Open, 2018
- [Comedogenicity in rabbit: some cosmetic ingredients/vehicles](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/18058303/) Isopropyl myristate · Cutaneous and Ocular Toxicology, 2007
- [Randomized prospective study of low-dose isotretinoin alone and combination with salicylic acid and mandelic peel against acne tarda](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/35388606/) Mandelic acid · Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2022
- [Evaluation of the Efficacy and Safety of a Panthenol-Enriched Mask for Skin Barrier Recovery After Facial Laser Treatment: Results of a Double-Blind Randomized Controlled Study](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/40613435/) Panthenol · Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2025

## The brands

- Skincare: [Rilastil](https://lovi.care/skincare/sa/brands/rilastil)
- Swiss skincare: [Bepanthol](https://lovi.care/skincare/sa/brands/bepanthol)

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## About the Lovi Fit

Lovi: Unbiased, science-based skincare AI trained on real user outcomes.

Lovi compares products by their fit scores, calculated from the full ingredient list with brand-independent rules its 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. Levels from best to worst: Superior, High, Average, Low, Caution, Warning.

Behind this comparison: Nadia Kapleva, MS (Co-founder, Medical Director); Alexey Shagraev, PhD (Co-founder, CEO and CTO); Dr. Sofía Perea Pérez, MD, MSc (Medical Board); Aishani Shah, MD (Medical Board); Asya Zubkova, MS (Medical Board); Hanna Kurets, MD (Medical Board, Medical Advisor); Elina Nazarenko, MD (Medical Board); Victoria Derkova, MS (Medical Board).

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