ISDIN vs Theramid
ISDIN and Theramid are Spanish skincare brands offering advanced moisturizers, targeted serums, and restorative treatments. The first brand is known for its elegant moisturizers, advanced sunscreens, restorative serums, and targeted eye products, while the second relies on meticulously engineered moisturizers and targeted serums. Both brands suit dry skin and sensitive skin best, though the second also suits balanced, combination, and oily skin, and they differ through the first brand offering dependable protection and daily comfort alongside standout solutions like Fusion Water, Eryfotona Actinica, and K-Ox Eyes, whereas the other delivers specialized treatments with remarkable precision through standouts like the Ceramide Treatment, Copper Peptide, and DERMA-PEPTIDES.
ISDIN is a Spanish skincare brand founded in 1975 and owned by Puig.
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Theramid is a Spanish skincare brand founded in 2022 and owned by Cosnova Group since 2026.
This page compares some of the most popular ISDIN and Theramid products; for every product of both brands, with a fit score for your own skin, use the Lovi app.
People Say
Lightweight and Fast-Absorbing Texture Mostly MentionedMostly Mentioned
- “absorbs instantly — ISDIN Eryfotona Actinica”
- “ultra-light fluid product, which makes it super easy to apply — ISDIN Fusion Water”
- “the texture is a sophisticated, lightweight gel that absorbs almost instantly without leaving a sticky residue — Theramid Copper Peptide”
- “Absorbs quickly — Theramid DERMA-PEPTIDES”
Gentle on Sensitive Skin and Non-Irritating Often MentionedOften Mentioned
- “Sensitive/reactive skin tolerates — ISDIN Hyaluronic Moisture”
- “no excessive exfoliation — ISDIN Retinal Intense Serum”
- “Suitable for sensitive skin — Theramid DERMA-PEPTIDES”
- “incredibly gentle... I experienced zero redness or irritation — Theramid Copper Peptide”
Hydration, Plumping, and Barrier Repair Often MentionedOften Mentioned
- “Improved moisture and texture — ISDIN Hyaluronic Moisture”
- “Skin feels intensely hydrated — ISDIN Hyaluronic Concentrate”
- “Only thing that got my barrier under control — Theramid Ceramide Treatment”
- “Provides long-lasting hydration — Theramid Ceramide Treatment”
Visible Anti-Aging and Firmness Rarely NotedMostly Mentioned
- “Fine lines are less visible — Theramid DERMA-PEPTIDES”
- “my skin feels incredibly fed and plump — Theramid Copper Peptide”
- “softening fine lines — ISDIN Retinal Intense Serum”
Makeup Compatibility and Finish Often MentionedNot noted
- “acts like a primer — ISDIN Eryfotona Actinica”
- “dries down matte — ISDIN Eryfotona Actinica”
- “My skin felt sooo hydrated and looks so plump and dewey. — ISDIN Fusion Water”
High Price and Value Concerns Often MentionedRarely Noted
- “Didn't work better than cheaper options — Theramid Ceramide Treatment”
- “very expensive — ISDIN Eryfotona Actinica”
Fragrance and Scent Issues Often MentionedRarely Noted
- “Didn't like the scent — Theramid Ceramide Treatment”
- “smell is overpowering — ISDIN Eryfotona Actinica”
Questions and answers
ISDIN or Theramid: which is better?
When comparing the products on this page, neither brand is universally better, as ISDIN excels in makeup compatibility and lightweight sunscreens, while Theramid is noted for visible anti-aging and firmness. Vitamin C helps provide antioxidant and anti-aging effects, and topical antioxidants may improve skin pigmentation.
What is the difference between ISDIN and Theramid?
When comparing the products on this page, ISDIN stands out for its ultralight, makeup-friendly sunscreens, while Theramid does better for visible anti-aging and firmness. Reviewers often note a high price point for ISDIN, whereas Theramid receives more mentions of formulation and compatibility issues.
ISDIN or Theramid: which moisturizer is better?
For moisturizers on this page, Theramid does better for restorative and soothing care, while ISDIN offers lightweight formulas. Lovi rates Theramid Ceramide Treatment with a Superior fit for dry sensitive skin and a High fit for dry skin, whereas ISDIN Hyaluronic Concentrate has an Average fit for dry skin.
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Which is more affordable, ISDIN or Theramid?
Reviewers note that Theramid comes with high price and value concerns, while the products on this page from ISDIN are mentioned for having a high price point.
Which causes fewer breakouts, ISDIN or Theramid?
When it comes to breakouts, both brands offer products on this page with high acne-prone skin fit levels, such as ISDIN's Eryfotona Actinica and Theramid's Ceramide Treatment. However, ISDIN may have an advantage for sensitive skin since most of its products on this page contain fragrance, while Theramid is completely fragrance-free.
Which brand has more products containing added fragrance, ISDIN or Theramid?
ISDIN has more products containing added fragrance, with 5 out of 8 products on this page listing fragrance in their ingredients. In contrast, every product on the Theramid page lists no fragrance.
How do the founding years and corporate ownerships of ISDIN and Theramid compare?
ISDIN was founded in Spain in 1975 and is owned by Puig, while Theramid was founded there in 2022 and has been owned by Cosnova Group since 2026.
Which brand wins on makeup compatibility and finish according to reviewer themes?
ISDIN wins on makeup compatibility and finish compared to Theramid according to reviewer themes.
Research behind their key ingredients
Comparison of methods for assessing photoprotection against ultraviolet A in vivo
Nanocomplex of quaternized cyclodextrin grafted chitosan and hyaluronic acid for a skin delivery
The clinical efficacy of a new emulsion for acne and conspicuous facial pore amelioration
Retrospective Review of Dermal Safety Studies of Organic Sunscreens
Targeting Circadian Rhythm for the Regulation of Skin Collagen Metabolism
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.
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Co-founder, Medical Director
Cosmetic chemist, cosmetologist, aesthetic products developer
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Co-founder, CEO and CTO
PhD in computer science, 3x US patent holder, ex-Google, ex-Yandex
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Dr. Sofía Perea Pérez, MD, MSc
Medical Board
Aesthetic medicine practitioner, MSc in Longevity and Anti-Aging Medicine
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Specialist dermatologist, MBBS, MD, IFAAD
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Cosmetic chemist, SCS, IFSCC member
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Medical Board, Medical Advisor
Dermatology MD
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Elina Nazarenko, MD
Medical Board
Dermatology and diagnostic consultant
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Victoria Derkova, MS
Medical Board
Cosmetic chemist, cosmetic development technologist
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