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Dermalogica vs ISDIN

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Dermalogica and ISDIN are established skincare brands from America and Spain, respectively. The American line is cherished for its targeted serums, nourishing moisturizers, gentle cleansers, and purifying masks enriched with hyaluronic acid, glycerin, and salicylic acid, while the Spanish line is loved for its elegant moisturizers, advanced sunscreens, restorative serums, and targeted eye products. Both brands suit sensitive and dry skin best, though the first also caters effectively to oily and aging skin through its hardworking formulations. They differ primarily in their heritage and precise active ingredients, with the first relying on science-driven solutions to reduce acne and wrinkles, and the latter providing gentle daily comfort and dependable protection.

Dermalogica is an American skincare brand founded in 1986 and owned by Unilever since 2015.

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ISDIN is a Spanish skincare brand founded in 1975 and owned by Puig.

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

Popular Dermalogica vs ISDIN products

People Say

DermalogicaISDIN
  • Intense and Deep Hydration Mostly MentionedMostly Mentioned
    • “Saved my dry skin — Dermalogica Super Rich Repair”
    • “super hydrating — Dermalogica Multivitamin Power Recovery Masque”
    • “Improved moisture and texture — ISDIN Hyaluronic Moisture”
    • “skin looks smooth and healthy — ISDIN K-Ox Eyes”
  • Ultralight Fluid and Watery Texture Not notedMostly Mentioned
    • “absorbs instantly — ISDIN Eryfotona Actinica”
    • “ultra-light fluid product, which makes it super easy to apply — ISDIN Fusion Water”
    • “Lightweight formula absorbs fast — ISDIN Hyaluronic Concentrate”
  • Softness and Soothing Often MentionedOften Mentioned
    • “helps calm and nourish my skin — Dermalogica Stabilizing Repair Cream”
    • “Non-stripping finish — Dermalogica Precleanse”
    • “Sensitive/reactive skin tolerates — ISDIN Hyaluronic Moisture”
    • “no excessive exfoliation — ISDIN Retinal Intense Serum”
  • Non-Greasy Absorption Sometimes NotedOften Mentioned
    • “blends seamlessly — Dermalogica Dynamic Skin Recovery SPF 50”
    • “feels like nothing — Dermalogica Active Moist”
    • “dries down matte — ISDIN Eryfotona Actinica”
    • “I like how it is light not thick... love it. — ISDIN Flavo-C Serum”
  • Makeup Dissolving and Compatibility Sometimes NotedOften Mentioned
    • “acts like a primer — ISDIN Eryfotona Actinica”
    • “My skin felt sooo hydrated and looks so plump and dewey. — ISDIN Fusion Water”
    • “Great under makeup — ISDIN Hyaluronic Concentrate”
    • “Removes stubborn mascara — Dermalogica Precleanse”
  • Anti-Aging and Skin Recovery Often MentionedSometimes Noted
    • “fine lines have visibly softened — Dermalogica Phyto Nature Lifting Eye Cream”
    • “mini reset — Dermalogica Multivitamin Power Recovery Masque”
    • “Plumps fine lines — Dermalogica Super Rich Repair”
    • “fades dark spots — ISDIN Eryfotona Actinica”
  • High Price Point Mostly MentionedOften Mentioned
    • “very expensive — ISDIN Eryfotona Actinica”
    • “My only wish is that ISDIN would make this product in a bigger size bottle. — ISDIN Fusion Water”
    • “high cost — ISDIN K-Ox Eyes”
    • “hefty price tag — Dermalogica Daily Microfoliant”
  • Unpleasant Smell and Strong Fragrance Often MentionedOften Mentioned
    • “smells like puke — Dermalogica Daily Microfoliant”
    • “smells like medicine — Dermalogica Dynamic Skin Recovery SPF 50”
    • “smell is overpowering — ISDIN Eryfotona Actinica”
    • “lingering headache inducing effect — ISDIN K-Ox Eyes”
  • Skin Irritation and Reactions Often MentionedSometimes Noted
    • “this did make my eyes water water in the sun. — ISDIN Fusion Water”
    • “mild redness or irritation — ISDIN K-Ox Eyes”
    • “I think the serum is too strong for my face as it has burned and left very rough and a peeling face. — ISDIN Flavo-C Serum”
    • “Stings eyes — Dermalogica Precleanse”

Questions and answers

Dermalogica or ISDIN: which is better?

Dermalogica and ISDIN both offer strong options, with Dermalogica standing out for anti-aging and skin recovery and ISDIN known for ultralight sunscreens and makeup compatibility. Both brands share a high price point, but ISDIN may sometimes cause strong fragrance or skin irritation issues.

What is the difference between Dermalogica and ISDIN?

Dermalogica provides anti-aging and skin recovery better, while ISDIN is known for its ultralight fluid and watery sunscreens and makeup compatibility. Both brands feature a high price point among their reviews.

Dermalogica or ISDIN: which moisturizer is better?

Dermalogica and ISDIN both offer strong options for hydration, but Dermalogica does better for anti-aging and skin recovery. Topical hyaluronic acid helps improve skin quality and signs of skin aging.

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Which is more affordable, Dermalogica or ISDIN?

Both Dermalogica and ISDIN share the downside of a high price point, so neither stands out as the more affordable option.

Which causes fewer breakouts, Dermalogica or ISDIN?

Both Dermalogica and ISDIN products are generally unlikely to cause breakouts, with most items on these pages showing high fit levels for acne-prone skin. Reviewers sometimes note breakouts or reactions with Dermalogica, while ISDIN is reported to have fewer skin irritation and reaction issues overall.

Between Dermalogica and ISDIN, which brand offers fragrance-free products across its entire line?

Dermalogica offers fragrance-free products across its entire line, while some ISDIN products contain fragrance. Topical hyaluronic acid helps improve skin quality and signs of aging.

Dermatologic Therapy, 2022

How do the founding years and countries of origin compare between Dermalogica and ISDIN?

Dermalogica was founded in 1986 in the United States, whereas ISDIN was founded earlier in 1975 in Spain.

Which brand performs better for anti-aging and skin recovery according to reviewers?

Dermalogica performs better for anti-aging and skin recovery according to reviewers.

Dermalogica or ISDIN: which sunscreen is better?

Both Dermalogica and ISDIN offer sunscreens that fit mature, sensitive, and skin with dark spots at a Superior level according to Lovi, with ISDIN particularly noted by reviewers for ultralight, makeup-friendly fluid textures.

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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