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BYOMA vs MAËLYS

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

BYOMA and MAËLYS are distinct skincare collections that offer unique daily care. BYOMA is a British skincare brand founded in 2022 and owned by Bansk Group since 2025, known for its thoughtfully formulated moisturizers, toners, cleansers, serums, and more, which harness the power of tri-ceramide and squalane. Meanwhile, the second brand is loved for targeted serums and advanced formulas. Its products suit all skin types best, whereas the first brand suits dry skin and sensitive skin best thanks to those nourishing components.

BYOMA is a British skincare brand founded in 2022 and owned by Bansk Group since 2025.

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

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Questions and answers

BYOMA or MAËLYS: which is better?

BYOMA is the better choice for most shoppers because the products on this page achieve mostly High and Superior Lovi fit levels across skin types, whereas MAËLYS mostly receives Low and Caution ratings. BYOMA formulations also focus heavily on barrier-strengthening ceramides and gentle, fragrance-free hydration.

What is the difference between BYOMA and MAËLYS?

BYOMA offers a wide range of skincare products that Lovi rates as High to Superior for dry and sensitive skin, whereas MAËLYS features only a couple of body and targeted products with generally Low or Caution fit levels.

Which is more affordable, BYOMA or MAËLYS?

This page does not provide pricing information or price comparisons for either BYOMA or MAËLYS.

Which causes fewer breakouts, BYOMA or MAËLYS?

BYOMA causes fewer breakouts, as reviewers sometimes note breakouts and acne for BYOMA, whereas MAËLYS products on this page generally have low fit levels for acne-prone skin.

When were BYOMA and MAËLYS founded and who owns them?

BYOMA was founded in 2022 in the United Kingdom and is owned by Bansk Group. MAËLYS was founded in 2017 and is owned by Barinboim Group.

How many products does each brand list, and how do their skin type fit levels compare?

BYOMA lists 17 products on this page with generally High to Superior fit levels for dry, sensitive, and dry sensitive skin types, whereas MAËLYS lists only 2 products with mostly Low or Caution fit levels across the same skin types.

What do reviewers say about BYOMA, and how do the fragrance formulations differ between the two brands?

Reviewers note that BYOMA's products feature lightweight, fast-absorbing, and instantly hydrating moisturizers that strengthen the skin barrier, though some mention packaging flaws and occasional breakouts. Regarding fragrance, 16 of the 17 BYOMA products on this page list no fragrance, whereas 1 of the 2 MAËLYS products lists no fragrance.

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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