# NIOD skincare Page: https://lovi.care/skincare/sg/brands/niod The Lovi Fit is the same in every country; only the stores and prices differ, and the ones here are for Singapore. NIOD is a Canadian skincare brand founded in 2015 and owned by The Estée Lauder Companies Inc. since 2021. [elcompanies.com](https://www.elcompanies.com/en/news-and-media/newsroom/press-releases/2024/06-03-2024-114511824) [glossy.co](https://www.glossy.co/beauty/estee-lauder-companies-completes-acquisition-of-deciem-the-ordinary-niod-for-1-7-billion/) [niod.com](https://niod.com/en-us/niod-about.html) [beautymatter.com](https://beautymatter.com/articles/niod-beautys-smartest-cult-brand-hits-sephora) NIOD is widely loved for its advanced [serums](https://lovi.care/skincare/sg/ingredients/serum) and balancing toners, featuring sophisticated formulas that deliver targeted results. Its products suit mature, sensitive, and dry skin types best. For specific concerns, the standout products include Modulating Glucosides for acne-prone skin and [Superoxide Dismutase](https://lovi.care/skincare/sg/ingredients/superoxide-dismutase) Saccharide Mist for skin with dark spots. The brand continues to redefine modern skincare through scientifically rigorous and thoughtful development. - [Cruelty-free · PETA](https://crueltyfree.peta.org/company/niod/) - [Vegan · PETA](https://crueltyfree.peta.org/company/niod/) This page covers some of the most popular NIOD products; for the whole NIOD range, with a fit score for every product, [use the Lovi app](https://app.pora.ai/vqqJ/j1xj2b6o?af_sub2=brand&af_sub3=selection_note&af_sub4=pg0f2939dab7). ### Other NIOD products #### Other products - [Superoxide Dismutase Saccharide Mist](https://lovi.care/skincare/sg/p/niod/superoxide-dismutase-saccharide-mist/for/dry-sensitive-skin) — Average fit - [Modulating Glucosides](https://lovi.care/skincare/sg/p/niod/modulating-glucosides/for/mature-skin) — High fit ## Questions and answers ### Is NIOD worth it? NIOD is worth considering for a well-rounded routine, as Lovi rates NIOD-focused routines as Superior for dry, oily, sensitive, combination, and acne-prone skin. Additionally, the NIOD products on this page list no fragrance in their ingredients. ### What are NIOD's best products? Modulating Glucosides is among NIOD's best products, as Lovi rates it High for dry, sensitive, oily, and combination skin. [Skin Pharmacology and Physiology, 2012](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/22584263/) [The Journal of Clinical and Aesthetic Dermatology, 2012](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/22916312/) ### Does NIOD cause breakouts? NIOD is unlikely to cause breakouts, as Modulating Glucosides is rated High for acne-prone skin and [Superoxide Dismutase](https://lovi.care/skincare/sg/ingredients/superoxide-dismutase) Saccharide Mist is also suitable for it. The NIOD products on this page list no fragrance in their ingredients. ### Is NIOD fragrance-free? Yes, every one of the NIOD products on this page lists no fragrance in its ingredients. ### What are the key ingredients in NIOD products? NIOD products feature active ingredients like superoxide dismutase, glucosides, and [glycerin](https://lovi.care/skincare/sg/ingredients/glycerin), which help keep skin soft and hydrated. Lovi rates NIOD-focused routines Superior for dry, oily, sensitive, combination, and acne-prone skin. [European Journal of Pharmaceutics and Biopharmaceutics, 2016](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/27460952/) [Skin Pharmacology and Physiology, 2012](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/22584263/) ### How do I build a NIOD skincare routine? To build a NIOD skincare routine, you combine Modulating Glucosides, which Lovi rates High for dry skin, sensitive skin, and oily skin, with Superoxide Dismutase Saccharide Mist. Lovi rates NIOD-focused routines as Superior for dry skin, oily skin, sensitive skin, combination skin, and acne-prone skin. [Skin Pharmacology and Physiology, 2012](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/22584263/) [The Journal of Clinical and Aesthetic Dermatology, 2012](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/22916312/) ### What are good alternatives to NIOD? Good alternatives to NIOD that also have pages on Lovi include The Ordinary, Skinfix, MAC, ILIA Beauty, AlumierMD, and grace & stella. For dry, oily, sensitive, combination, and acne-prone skin, a routine focused on The Ordinary is a strong alternative. ### NIOD vs The Ordinary: which is better? NIOD is better for dry, oily, sensitive, combination, and acne-prone skin because Lovi rates the NIOD-focused routine Superior for all of these skin types, while the routine for The Ordinary reaches only High for most of them. Every NIOD product on this page also lists no fragrance in its ingredients. ### Who owns NIOD, and where is it from? NIOD is a Canadian brand founded in 2015, owned by The Estée Lauder Companies Inc. since 2021. [elcompanies.com](https://www.elcompanies.com/en/news-and-media/newsroom/press-releases/2024/06-03-2024-114511824) [glossy.co](https://www.glossy.co/beauty/estee-lauder-companies-completes-acquisition-of-deciem-the-ordinary-niod-for-1-7-billion/) [niod.com](https://niod.com/en-us/niod-about.html) [beautymatter.com](https://beautymatter.com/articles/niod-beautys-smartest-cult-brand-hits-sephora) ### Is NIOD cruelty-free? Yes: PETA lists NIOD as cruelty-free. [PETA](https://crueltyfree.peta.org/company/niod/) ### Is NIOD vegan? Yes: PETA lists NIOD as a vegan company. [PETA](https://crueltyfree.peta.org/company/niod/) ## Research behind NIOD's key ingredients - [Effects of glyceryl glucoside on AQP3 expression, barrier function and hydration of human skin](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/22584263/) Glucosides · Skin Pharmacology and Physiology, 2012 - [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 - [Treatment of xerosis with a topical formulation containing glyceryl glucoside, natural moisturizing factors, and ceramide](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/22916312/) Glucosides · The Journal of Clinical and Aesthetic Dermatology, 2012 - [Topical application of superoxide dismutase mediated by HIV-TAT peptide attenuates UVB-induced damages in human skin](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/27460952/) Superoxide dismutase · European Journal of Pharmaceutics and Biopharmaceutics, 2016 - [Effects of 1,3-propanediol associated, or not, with butylene glycol and/or glycerol on skin hydration and skin barrier function](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37699769/) Propanediol · International Journal of Cosmetic Science, 2024 - [Use of the synthetic superoxide dismutase/catalase mimetic EUK-134 to compensate for seasonal antioxidant deficiency by reducing pre-existing lipid peroxides at the human skin surface](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/18492138/) Superoxide dismutase · International Journal of Cosmetic Science, 2004 - [Redefining face contour with a novel anti-aging cosmetic product: an open-label, prospective clinical study](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/29180884/) Pseudoalteromonas exopolysaccharides · Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology, 2017 - [Three clinical studies showing the anti-aging benefits of sodium salicylate in human skin](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/20883290/) Sodium salicylate · Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2010 ## Similar brands - 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[Kiehl's vs NIOD](https://lovi.care/skincare/sg/compare/kiehl-s-vs-niod) - [Caudalie vs NIOD](https://lovi.care/skincare/sg/compare/caudalie-vs-niod) - [Dermalogica vs NIOD](https://lovi.care/skincare/sg/compare/dermalogica-vs-niod) - [Good Molecules vs NIOD](https://lovi.care/skincare/sg/compare/good-molecules-vs-niod) ## Popular brands - Korean skincare: [SKIN1004](https://lovi.care/skincare/sg/brands/skin1004) - Korean skincare: [Anua](https://lovi.care/skincare/sg/brands/anua) - Korean skincare: [Medicube](https://lovi.care/skincare/sg/brands/medicube) - Korean skincare: [Beauty of Joseon](https://lovi.care/skincare/sg/brands/beauty-of-joseon) - Korean skincare: [COSRX](https://lovi.care/skincare/sg/brands/cosrx) - American skincare: [CeraVe](https://lovi.care/skincare/sg/brands/cerave) - French skincare: [La Roche-Posay](https://lovi.care/skincare/sg/brands/la-roche-posay) - Korean skincare: [Dr. Althea](https://lovi.care/skincare/sg/brands/dr-althea) - Korean skincare: [Some By Mi](https://lovi.care/skincare/sg/brands/some-by-mi) - Korean skincare: [Torriden](https://lovi.care/skincare/sg/brands/torriden) - Korean skincare: [celimax](https://lovi.care/skincare/sg/brands/celimax) - Korean skincare: [Purito](https://lovi.care/skincare/sg/brands/purito) - Korean skincare: [ROUND LAB](https://lovi.care/skincare/sg/brands/round-lab) - American skincare: [Cetaphil](https://lovi.care/skincare/sg/brands/cetaphil) - American skincare: [Paula's Choice](https://lovi.care/skincare/sg/brands/paula-s-choice) - American skincare: [Neutrogena](https://lovi.care/skincare/sg/brands/neutrogena) - Korean skincare: [AXIS-Y](https://lovi.care/skincare/sg/brands/axis-y) - American skincare: [Kiehl's](https://lovi.care/skincare/sg/brands/kiehl-s) - Korean skincare: [d'Alba](https://lovi.care/skincare/sg/brands/d-alba) - Korean skincare: [LANEIGE](https://lovi.care/skincare/sg/brands/laneige) ## About the Lovi Fit Lovi: Unbiased, science-based skincare AI trained on real user outcomes. Lovi rates every product from its 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 these ratings: 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). Page built Nov 8, 2026. More from Lovi: https://lovi.care/skincare/llms.txt ## This page in other countries - United States: https://lovi.care/skincare/brands/niod - United Kingdom: https://lovi.care/skincare/uk/brands/niod - Ireland: https://lovi.care/skincare/ie/brands/niod - Germany: https://lovi.care/skincare/de/brands/niod - France: https://lovi.care/skincare/fr/brands/niod - Italy: https://lovi.care/skincare/it/brands/niod - Netherlands: https://lovi.care/skincare/nl/brands/niod - Spain: https://lovi.care/skincare/es/brands/niod - Canada: https://lovi.care/skincare/ca/brands/niod - Australia: https://lovi.care/skincare/au/brands/niod - Singapore: https://lovi.care/skincare/sg/brands/niod (this page) - Saudi Arabia: https://lovi.care/skincare/sa/brands/niod - United Arab Emirates: https://lovi.care/skincare/ae/brands/niod