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Simple vs Trilogy

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

Simple and Trilogy are two distinct skincare lines known for their thoughtful moisturizers and gentle cleansers. The British brand founded in 1960 and owned by Unilever PLC since 2011 is expertly formulated with nourishing niacinamide and glycerin, while the latter is built on high-performing formulas. Both options suit sensitive skin, but the first brand best serves oily acne-prone skin with standalone items like the Kind to Skin Soothing Facial Toner, the Micellar Cleansing Water, and the Micellar Water, whereas the second brand suits dry and balanced skin types with its Vitamin C Ceramide Night Cream, Rosehip Cream Cleanser, and Line Smoothing Day Cream.

Simple is a British skincare brand founded in 1960 and owned by Unilever PLC since 2011.

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

Popular Simple vs Trilogy products

People Say

SimpleTrilogy
  • Hydration and moisture Mostly MentionedMostly Mentioned
    • “Keeps skin moisturized — Trilogy Vitamin C Ceramide Night Cream”
    • “Leaves skin thoroughly moisturised — Trilogy Line Smoothing Day Cream”
    • “Feels moisturizing — Trilogy Rosehip Cream Cleanser”
    • “banished dryness within days — Simple Replenishing Rich Moisturiser”
  • Gentle on sensitive skin Mostly MentionedMostly Mentioned
    • “Does not cause any form of irritation on the skin which I love. — Simple Micellar Cleansing Water”
    • “The only cleanser that doesn't turn my face red. — Simple Micellar Water”
    • “no artificial perfume — Simple Hydrating Light Moisturiser”
    • “Doesn't irritate my sensitive skin — Trilogy Rosehip Cream Cleanser”
  • Lightweight and non-greasy Often MentionedOften Mentioned
    • “sinks in instantly — Simple Water Boost Hydrating Gel Cream”
    • “absorbs very quickly — Simple Hydrating Light Moisturiser”
    • “absorbs really well — Simple Replenishing Rich Moisturiser”
    • “Not greasy — Trilogy Line Smoothing Day Cream”
  • Creamy and rich texture Not notedMostly Mentioned
    • “Silky cream consistency — Trilogy Rosehip Cream Cleanser”
    • “Luxuriously rich — Trilogy Vitamin C Ceramide Night Cream”
  • Affordable price point Often MentionedNot noted
    • “great value for money — Simple Kind to Skin Soothing Facial Toner”
    • “super affordable — Simple Hydrating Light Moisturiser”
    • “Can't beat the price for the quality. — Simple Micellar Water”
  • Fragrance-free formula Often MentionedNot noted
    • “Love that it has absolutely no scent. — Simple Micellar Water”
    • “love that it's alcohol-free — Simple Kind to Skin Soothing Facial Toner”
    • “No strong smell — Simple Refreshing Facial Wash”
  • Struggles with makeup removal Often MentionedSometimes Noted
    • “Not effective for heavy makeup — Trilogy Rosehip Cream Cleanser”
    • “Did not remove my mascara very well at all. — Simple Micellar Cleansing Water”
  • Too thick, heavy, or oily Not notedOften Mentioned
    • “A little bit too thick — Trilogy Vitamin C Ceramide Night Cream”
  • Caused breakouts or skin reactions Sometimes NotedRarely Noted
    • “Sting my skin a little — Trilogy Vitamin C Ceramide Night Cream”
    • “Gave me tiny bumps on my forehead. — Simple Micellar Water”

Questions and answers

Simple or Trilogy: which is better?

Simple is better for sensitive and acne-prone skin, while Trilogy is better for hydration and moisture. Niacinamide helps control skin aging and pigmentation.

Antioxidants, 2021The British Journal of Dermatology, 2002

What is the difference between Simple and Trilogy?

Simple stands out for being more affordable and gentle on sensitive skin with fragrance-free formulas, while Trilogy offers richer hydration and moisture. Niacinamide helps reduce skin pigmentation and aging signs.

The British Journal of Dermatology, 2002Antioxidants, 2021

Simple or Trilogy: which cleanser is better?

Simple offers better daily cleansers for sensitive skin, while Trilogy provides richer cream cleansers that work well for dry skin. Glycerin, found in Simple products, helps maintain skin moisture.

Which is more affordable, Simple or Trilogy?

Simple is more affordable, offering value-friendly moisturizers and an overall budget-friendly price point for the products on this page.

Which causes fewer breakouts, Simple or Trilogy?

Simple is typically gentler and more sensitive-skin-friendly, whereas reviews note that Trilogy sometimes causes breakouts or skin reactions. Niacinamide in Simple helps control pigmentation and supports skin health.

The British Journal of Dermatology, 2002Antioxidants, 2021

Simple or Trilogy: which brand offers more fragrance-free products?

Simple offers more fragrance-free products, as every product on its page lists no fragrance in its ingredients compared to only one out of three products for Trilogy.

Simple or Trilogy: which brand is better for sensitive skin?

Simple is better for sensitive skin because its products on this page are fragrance-free and include gentle makeup removers that reviewers note are sensitive-skin-friendly.

Which brand was founded earlier, Simple or Trilogy?

Simple was founded earlier in 1960 in the United Kingdom, whereas Trilogy was founded later in 2002.

Simple or Trilogy: which moisturizer is better?

Simple offers lightweight and value-friendly moisturizers that are fragrance-free, while Trilogy provides hydrating and brightening moisturizers with rich textures. Lovi rates Simple's moisturisers as having an Average fit across various skin types, while Trilogy's Vitamin C Ceramide Night Cream holds a High fit for dry, dry sensitive, mature skin, and skin with dark spots.

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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