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CeraVe vs ISDIN

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CeraVe and ISDIN are well-regarded skincare brands offering thoughtfully formulated moisturizers, cleansers, serums, and sunscreens. CeraVe relies on hydrating hyaluronic acid and glycerin, suiting acne-prone skin and dry skin best, while the Spanish brand is beloved for sophisticated, meticulously crafted formulas that suit sensitive skin and dry skin best. Both brands differ in their specific heritage and targeted solutions, such as the American brand providing the Foaming Facial Cleanser and the Puig-owned company offering Eryfotona Actinica.

CeraVe is an American skincare brand founded in 2005 and owned by L'Oréal since 2017.

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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 CeraVe and ISDIN products; for every product of both brands, with a fit score for your own skin, use the Lovi app.

Popular CeraVe vs ISDIN products

People Say

CeraVeISDIN
  • Texture and Lightweight Finish Mostly MentionedMostly 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”
    • “Absorbs into skin without residue — CeraVe Daily Moisturizing Lotion”
  • Fragrance-free and Gentle Formulation Mostly MentionedOften Mentioned
    • “doesn't leave face tight — CeraVe Hydrating Facial Cleanser”
    • “no burning sensation — CeraVe Resurfacing Retinol Serum”
    • “No scent, no irritation — CeraVe Moisturising Cream”
    • “Sensitive/reactive skin tolerates — ISDIN Hyaluronic Moisture”
  • Hydration and Moisture Mostly MentionedMostly Mentioned
    • “Saved my dry winter skin — CeraVe Moisturising Cream”
    • “woke up with plump skin — CeraVe Skin Renewing Night Cream”
    • “Improved moisture and texture — ISDIN Hyaluronic Moisture”
    • “My skin felt sooo hydrated and looks so plump and dewey. — ISDIN Fusion Water”
  • Skin Barrier and Acne Clearing Mostly MentionedOften Mentioned
    • “healed cracked hands — CeraVe Healing Ointment”
    • “difference in my skin's texture is noticeable — CeraVe Renewing SA Cleanser”
    • “helps reduce swelling in the area of my under-eye bags — ISDIN K-Ox Eyes”
    • “My hyperpigmentation has lightened and skin looks more even, even shines more. — ISDIN Flavo-C Serum”
  • Application and Tolerance Not notedOften Mentioned
    • “applicator has a cooling effect — ISDIN K-Ox Eyes”
    • “acts like a primer — ISDIN Eryfotona Actinica”
    • “Didn't cause breakouts — ISDIN Hyaluronic Concentrate”
  • Value and Affordability Often MentionedNot noted
    • “reasonably priced — CeraVe Foaming Facial Cleanser”
    • “Huge tub lasts forever — CeraVe Moisturising Cream”
    • “Great everyday moisturizer — CeraVe Daily Moisturizing Lotion”
  • High Price Point Not notedOften Mentioned
    • “very expensive — ISDIN Eryfotona Actinica”
  • Packaging Issues Often MentionedRarely Noted
    • “Pump stopped working — ISDIN Hyaluronic Concentrate”
    • “I like the actual product, but the packaging is awful, I've already lost three bottles the applicator pops off. — ISDIN Flavo-C Serum”
    • “no safety seal included — CeraVe Skin Renewing Night Cream”
  • Scent and Fragrance Complaints Rarely NotedOften Mentioned
    • “smells like plastic — CeraVe Foaming Facial Cleanser”
    • “smell is overpowering — ISDIN Eryfotona Actinica”

CeraVe vs ISDIN routines for dry skin

Buy ISDIN routine · £127.49 · 94% fitBuy CeraVe routine · £78.52 · 89% fitSee multi-brand routine · 99% fit

CeraVe vs ISDIN routines for oily skin

Buy ISDIN routine · £232.16 · 93% fitBuy CeraVe routine · £185.98 · 84% fitSee multi-brand routine · 97% fit

CeraVe vs ISDIN routines for combination skin

Buy ISDIN routine · £221.17 · 93% fitBuy CeraVe routine · £145.74 · 87% fitSee multi-brand routine · 96% fit

Questions and answers

CeraVe or ISDIN: which is better?

Both brands are great choices depending on your budget and formula preferences, as CeraVe excels in fragrance-free value while ISDIN performs better in lightweight texture and routine fit across most skin types. CeraVe features ceramide-dominant barrier repair lipids that help alleviate skin irritation, whereas ISDIN offers advanced sunscreens and serums with high-level anti-aging support.

What is the difference between CeraVe and ISDIN?

CeraVe is better for fragrance-free and gentle formulation, value, and affordability, while ISDIN stands out for its texture and lightweight finish as well as application and tolerance. Lovi gives CeraVe a High routine fit for dry, oily, combination, sensitive, mature, dark spot, dry sensitive, and oily acne-prone skin, and a Superior fit for acne-prone skin, whereas ISDIN receives a Superior routine fit across all these listed skin types.

CeraVe or ISDIN for dry skin?

For dry skin, ISDIN holds a Superior routine fit while CeraVe has a High routine fit, with both brands offering effective hydration and moisture products on this page.

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CeraVe or ISDIN: which moisturizer is better?

Both CeraVe and ISDIN offer moisturizers with a high Lovi fit level for various skin types, but they cater to different preferences. CeraVe features fragrance-free formulas that help provide deep hydration and skin barrier support using ceramides, while ISDIN is known for lightweight textures and superior application. Reviewers note that CeraVe is better for value, whereas ISDIN is often preferred for a weightless finish.

Which is more affordable, CeraVe or ISDIN?

CeraVe is more affordable than ISDIN. Reviewers on this page frequently mention the high price point of ISDIN, whereas CeraVe offers better value and affordability.

CeraVe or ISDIN: which has fragrance-free products?

Every product on the CeraVe page lists no fragrance in its ingredients, while ISDIN has fragrance in 5 of the 8 products on its page.

CeraVe or ISDIN for oily skin?

Both CeraVe and ISDIN have a Superior Lovi fit level for oily skin across the products on this page. CeraVe offers better value and affordability, while ISDIN excels in texture and lightweight finish.

CeraVe or ISDIN: which sunscreen is better?

Both CeraVe and ISDIN offer sunscreens with a Superior or High Lovi fit level across multiple skin types on this page. CeraVe sunscreens are fragrance-free, while ISDIN sunscreens are frequently noted for being ultralight and makeup-friendly.

CeraVe or ISDIN for sensitive skin?

Both CeraVe and ISDIN are great for sensitive skin, with Lovi giving CeraVe a High fit level and ISDIN a Superior fit level. CeraVe offers fragrance-free products on this page, while ISDIN is often noted for its ultralight sunscreens.

CeraVe or ISDIN for acne-prone skin?

Both CeraVe and ISDIN are great for acne-prone skin, as Lovi rates the routine fit for this skin type as Superior for both brands. CeraVe offers acne-focused products such as the Acne Control Gel and Blemish Control Cleanser, while ISDIN features lightweight options like Fusion Water sunscreen.

CeraVe or ISDIN for mature skin?

Both CeraVe and ISDIN are good options for mature skin, with Lovi giving ISDIN a Superior fit level and CeraVe a High fit level. ISDIN does better for texture, lightweight finish, application, and tolerance, while CeraVe is better for fragrance-free and gentle formulation, as well as value and affordability.

CeraVe or ISDIN for dry sensitive skin?

Both CeraVe and ISDIN fit dry sensitive skin well, with Lovi rating CeraVe High and ISDIN Superior for this skin type. CeraVe relies on fragrance-free formulations with ceramides that help repair the skin barrier, while ISDIN offers ultralight sunscreens and moisturizers that are skin-friendly.

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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