# Sebamed vs MAËLYS

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Sebamed and MAËLYS are distinct skincare lines, with the German brand founded in 1967 offering thoughtful moisturizers and gentle cleansers using scientifically balanced formulas, while the other is known for targeted [serums](https://lovi.care/skincare/sa/ingredients/serum) and advanced formulas. The former suits sensitive, reactive, and problematic skin best because of its skin-neutral pH, whereas the latter suits all skin types best. Both brands address specific concerns through reliable offerings, with standout products like the Facial Cleanser and the Clear Face Care Gel from the first, and the TOO-FINE and the RE-LURE Tight & Tone Body Serum from the second. They differ primarily in their focus, as the first maintains a steady focus on barrier health, while the second delivers thoughtful care through specialized solutions.

Sebamed is a German skincare brand founded in 1967 and owned by Sebapharma GmbH & Co. KG.

[sebamed.ae](https://sebamed.ae/en/article/2/Sebapharma) [sebamed.com](https://sebamed.com/en/info/company/about-us/) [en.wikipedia.org](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sebamed) [de.wikipedia.org](https://de.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sebamed)

This page compares some of the most popular Sebamed and MAËLYS 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=pg4e6ae012f9).

### Popular Sebamed vs MAËLYS products

#### Sebamed

- [Clear Face Care Gel](https://lovi.care/skincare/sa/p/sebamed/clear-face-care-gel/for/oily-acne-prone-skin) — High fit — [SAR 80.00 at Amazon](https://www.amazon.sa/dp/B0CD5VSPT3?tag=lovisa02-21&linkCode=osi&th=1&psc=1)
- [Facial Cleanser](https://lovi.care/skincare/sa/p/sebamed/facial-cleanser/for/combination-skin) — High fit

#### MAËLYS

- [TOO-FINE](https://lovi.care/skincare/sa/p/maelys/too-fine/for/sensitive-skin) — Low fit
- [RE-LURE Tight & Tone Body Serum](https://lovi.care/skincare/sa/p/maelys/re-lure-tight-and-tone-body-serum/for/dry-sensitive-skin) — Average fit

## Questions and answers

### Sebamed or MAËLYS: which is better?

Sebamed is generally a better fit than MAËLYS, as Lovi rates the products on this page as High for several skin types, while MAËLYS products rank mostly as Low or Caution. Every Sebamed product on this page also lists no fragrance.

### What is the difference between Sebamed and MAËLYS?

Sebamed has fragrance-free products on this page, whereas one MAËLYS product contains fragrance. Lovi gives Sebamed products High fits for several skin types, while MAËLYS products on this page receive mostly Low or Caution fits.

### Which is more affordable, Sebamed or MAËLYS?

This page does not provide pricing information to compare the affordability of Sebamed and MAËLYS.

### Which causes fewer breakouts, Sebamed or MAËLYS?

Sebamed is better for avoiding breakouts because its products on this page get High to Average Lovi fit levels for acne-prone skin, whereas MAËLYS products on this page are rated Low or Caution. Sebamed also lists no fragrance in any of its products on this page.

### Which brand has been established longer, Sebamed or MAËLYS?

Sebamed has been established longer, having been founded in 1967 in Germany, whereas MAËLYS was founded in 2017.

### Do both Sebamed and MAËLYS offer fragrance-free products on this page?

Yes, both Sebamed and MAËLYS offer fragrance-free options among the products on this page. Every Sebamed product lists no fragrance, while one of the two MAËLYS products is also fragrance-free.

### Which company owns MAËLYS skincare?

MAËLYS is owned by Barinboim Group.

## Research behind their key ingredients

- [Benefits of topical hyaluronic acid for skin quality and signs of skin aging: From literature review to clinical evidence](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/36200921/) Sodium hyaluronate · Dermatologic Therapy, 2022
- [Topical use of dexpanthenol in skin disorders](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/12113650/) Panthenol · American Journal of Clinical Dermatology, 2002
- [Regulatory effects of Lactobacillus plantarum-GMNL6 on human skin health by improving skin microbiome](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/33526970/) Lactobacillus · International Journal of Medical Sciences, 2021
- [The effects of a topical gel containing chitosan, 0,2% chlorhexidine, allantoin and despanthenol on the wound healing process subsequent to impacted lower third molar extraction](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/27475700/) Allantoin · Medicina Oral, Patologia Oral Y Cirugia Bucal, 2016
- [Treatment of acne with a combination of propolis, tea tree oil, and Aloe vera compared to erythromycin cream: two double-blind investigations](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/30588129/) Aloe barbadensis leaf juice · Clinical Pharmacology, 2018
- [Efficacy of probiotic-derived lotion from Lactobacillus paracasei MSMC 39-1 in mild to moderate acne vulgaris, randomized controlled trial](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/35384257/) Lactobacillus · Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2022
- [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 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
- [Efficacy of a topical gel containing chitosan, chlorhexidine, allantoin and dexpanthenol for pain and inflammation control after third molar surgery: A randomized and placebo-controlled clinical trial](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/32683390/) Allantoin · Medicina Oral, Patologia Oral Y Cirugia Bucal, 2020
- [High molecular compounds (polysaccharides and proanthocyanidins) from Hamamelis virginiana bark: influence on human skin keratinocyte proliferation and differentiation and influence on irritated skin](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/11684194/) Witch hazel bark extract · Phytochemistry, 2001
- [Botulinum toxin injection as a single or combined treatment with non-cross-linked high molecular weight and low molecular weight hyaluronic acid gel for neck rejuvenation: A randomized clinical trial](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/35775872/) Hydrolyzed hyaluronic acid · Dermatologic Therapy, 2022
- [Effect of seasonal and geographical differences on skin and effect of treatment with an osmoprotectant: Sorbitol](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/23752031/) Sorbitol · Journal of Cosmetic Science, 2013
- [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
- [Efficacy and Tolerability of Stable Hybrid Cooperative Complexes of High- and Low-Molecular Weight Hyaluronic Acid in Asian Patients: An Open-Label Study](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/40921777/) Hydrolyzed hyaluronic acid · Aesthetic Plastic Surgery, 2026
- [Evaluation of a retinol containing topical treatment to improve signs of neck aging](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37461826/) Glaucine · Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2023
- [Nanocomplex of quaternized cyclodextrin grafted chitosan and hyaluronic acid for a skin delivery](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/36279763/) Hydrolyzed hyaluronic acid · Colloids and Surfaces. B, Biointerfaces, 2022
- [Clinical and histologic findings after use of a novel combined retinol, tripeptide, and glaucine containing cream in the treatment of photo-aged skin](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37584260/) Glaucine · Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2023

## The brands

- German skincare: [Sebamed](https://lovi.care/skincare/sa/brands/sebamed)
- Skincare: [MAËLYS](https://lovi.care/skincare/sa/brands/maelys)

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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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