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Avène vs Augustinus Bader

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

Avène and Augustinus Bader are two distinct skincare lines established to address varied dermatological needs through specialized formulations. The French brand, founded in 1990 and owned by Fondation Pierre Fabre, is loved for its gentle moisturizers, protective sunscreens, targeted serums, and soothing cleansers, all formulated with glycerin, making it best suited for oily, acne-prone, and combination skin. Conversely, the German brand, founded in 2018, is known for its moisturizers, serums, and eye products built around proprietary preparations that suit dry and mature skin best. Ultimately, the two differ in their foundational ingredients, heritage, and targeted skin types.

Avène is a French skincare brand founded in 1990 and owned by Fondation Pierre Fabre.

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Augustinus Bader is a German skincare brand founded in 2018.

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

Popular Avène vs Augustinus Bader products

People Say

AvèneAugustinus Bader
  • Texture and Absorption Often MentionedMostly Mentioned
    • “light but nourishing — Augustinus Bader The Cream”
    • “sinks in instantly — Augustinus Bader The Serum”
    • “light gel texture — Augustinus Bader The Eye Cream”
    • “absorbs very quickly — Avène Vitamin Activ Cg Radiance Concentrated Serum”
  • Hydration and Moisture Often MentionedMostly Mentioned
    • “Instantly hydrated — Augustinus Bader The Face Oil”
    • “Extremely dry skin saved — Augustinus Bader The Rich Cream”
    • “healthy glow — Augustinus Bader The Serum”
    • “Saves my skin in winter — Avène Cold Cream”
  • Skin Clarity and Smoothing Often MentionedMostly Mentioned
    • “Softens fine lines — Augustinus Bader The Rich Cream”
    • “skin is smoother — Augustinus Bader The Cream”
    • “skin felt noticeably firmer — Augustinus Bader The Serum”
    • “Keeps me matte for hours — Avène Cleanance Cleansing Gel”
  • Soothing and Calming Mostly MentionedRarely Noted
    • “Calmed my angry red skin overnight — Avène Cicalfate+ Restorative Protective Cream”
    • “Nothing has ever worked to soothe or heal my skin like these before. — Avène Tolerance Control Soothing Skin Recovery Balm”
    • “Perfect cleanser for sensitive skin. — Avène Milk Cleanser”
    • “calms redness — Augustinus Bader The Cream”
  • Price and Value Rarely NotedMostly Mentioned
    • “Its a bit pricey but so worth it!! — Avène Tolerance Control Soothing Skin Recovery Balm”
    • “a bit pricey — Avène Cleanance”
    • “Tiny tube for the money — Avène Cold Cream”
  • Packaging Issues Rarely NotedOften Mentioned
    • “Tube cracked on the side — Avène Cicalfate+ Restorative Protective Cream”
    • “Cap leaks in bag — Avène Cleanance Cleansing Gel”
    • “Good product bad packaging. — Avène RetrinAL EYES”
    • “excessive packaging — Augustinus Bader The Serum”
  • Lack of Results Rarely NotedOften Mentioned
    • “no difference — Avène Antirougeurs Fort Relief Concentrate”
    • “no difference after month — Avène Vitamin Activ Cg Radiance Concentrated Serum”
    • “didn't work for me — Avène Hyaluron Activ B3 Concentrated Plumping Serum”
    • “didn't see dramatic results — Augustinus Bader The Cream”

Avène vs Augustinus Bader routines for dry skin

Buy Augustinus Bader routine · S$527.11 · 98% fitBuy Avène routine · S$285.32 · 79% fitSee multi-brand routine · 99% fit

Avène vs Augustinus Bader routines for oily skin

Buy Augustinus Bader routine · S$760.73 · 90% fitBuy Avène routine · S$455.29 · 86% fitSee multi-brand routine · 96% fit

Avène vs Augustinus Bader routines for combination skin

Buy Augustinus Bader routine · S$656.63 · 91% fitBuy Avène routine · S$410.57 · 90% fitSee multi-brand routine · 97% fit

Questions and answers

Avène or Augustinus Bader: which is better?

Augustinus Bader has a Superior Lovi fit level for dry skin, while Avène has a High fit level for dry skin.

What is the difference between Avène and Augustinus Bader?

Augustinus Bader achieves a Superior Lovi fit for dry sensitive skin, whereas Avène reaches an Average fit for that skin type. Additionally, the products on this page by Augustinus Bader perform better for texture and absorption, hydration, and skin clarity, while Avène excels at soothing irritation.

Avène or Augustinus Bader for dry skin?

Augustinus Bader is the better choice for dry skin, as Lovi rates its routine fit as Superior compared to High for Avène. Reviewers also note that Augustinus Bader delivers better hydration and moisture, while Avène offers better soothing and calming benefits.

Avène or Augustinus Bader: which moisturizer is better?

Augustinus Bader provides superior moisturizers for dry skin and mature skin, while Avène offers high fit levels with soothing options like Tolerance Control Soothing Skin Recovery Balm. Reviewers note that Augustinus Bader excels in hydration and texture improvement, whereas Avène is often noted for soothing irritation.

Which is more affordable, Avène or Augustinus Bader?

Avène is more affordable than Augustinus Bader, as Avène is noted for better price and value while Augustinus Bader is frequently criticized by reviewers for its extreme price. The products on this page for Avène range widely in cost, whereas Augustinus Bader is positioned as a luxury brand.

Avène or Augustinus Bader for oily skin?

For oily skin, Augustinus Bader has a Superior Lovi fit level, whereas Avène has a High Lovi fit level on the products on this page. Augustinus Bader may provide better texture improvement and hydration, while Avène is often noted for effective oil control.

Avène or Augustinus Bader for sensitive skin?

Augustinus Bader is a Superior fit for sensitive skin, whereas Avène has a High fit on this page. Reviewers note that Avène is particularly good at soothing and calming, while Augustinus Bader offers fragrance-free formulas.

Avène or Augustinus Bader for acne-prone skin?

Both brands are a strong choice for acne-prone skin, as Lovi gives Augustinus Bader a Superior fit and Avène a Superior fit level for this skin type.

Avène or Augustinus Bader for dry sensitive skin?

Augustinus Bader is the better choice for dry sensitive skin, as Lovi rates its routine fit as Superior while Avène is rated Average.

Avène or Augustinus Bader for mature skin?

Augustinus Bader is a Superior fit for mature skin, whereas Avène has a High fit for this skin type on the products on this page. Augustinus Bader may offer better texture improvement and deep hydration, while Avène is frequently noted for soothing irritation.

Avène or Augustinus Bader for skin with dark spots?

For skin with dark spots, Augustinus Bader achieves a Superior Lovi fit level while Avène reaches a High fit level. The products on this page for Augustinus Bader also do better for texture and absorption, hydration and moisture, and skin clarity and smoothing.

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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