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ISDIN vs Aēsop

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

ISDIN and Aēsop are distinguished skincare houses offering expertly crafted daily essentials. The Spanish brand founded in 1975 provides sophisticated moisturizers, advanced sunscreens, targeted serums, and soothing eye products that suit sensitive and dry skin best, whereas the latter features thoughtfully formulated moisturizers, cleansers, and serums driven by botanical and scientifically validated ingredients for balanced, combination, and sensitive skin. While the Puig-owned house relies on meticulously crafted formulas to support skin health, both brands address targeted concerns like acne-prone skin, dark spots, and mature skin through standout solutions.

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

Popular ISDIN vs Aēsop products

People Say

ISDINAēsop
  • Lightweight and fluid texture Mostly MentionedNot noted
    • “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”
  • Deeply hydrating Sometimes NotedOften Mentioned
    • “Savior of my winter-fueled dry skin. — Aēsop B Triple C Facial Balancing Gel”
    • “delivers deep hydration that really fills your skin — Aēsop Parsley Seed Anti-Oxidant Intense Serum”
    • “Improved moisture and texture — ISDIN Hyaluronic Moisture”
  • Gentle on sensitive skin Often MentionedNot noted
    • “Sensitive/reactive skin tolerates — ISDIN Hyaluronic Moisture”
    • “no excessive exfoliation — ISDIN Retinal Intense Serum”
    • “doesn't sting eyes — ISDIN Eryfotona Actinica”
  • Pleasant scent Rarely NotedOften Mentioned
    • “smells divine — Aēsop Damascan Rose Facial Treatment”
    • “Soft herbal scent that feels fresh and floral. — Aēsop Parsley Seed Facial Cleanser”
    • “Smells absolutely amazing — ISDIN Hyaluronic Concentrate”
  • Non-greasy or non-sticky finish Sometimes NotedSometimes Noted
    • “dries down matte — ISDIN Eryfotona Actinica”
    • “Non-greasy — ISDIN Hyaluronic Moisture”
    • “absorbs well into the skin — Aēsop Damascan Rose Facial Treatment”
  • Makeup compatibility and performance Often MentionedNot noted
    • “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”
  • High price point Often MentionedMostly 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”
    • “quantity is too small — Aēsop Damascan Rose Facial Treatment”
  • Difficult or sticky texture Not notedOften Mentioned
    • “Thick, almost honey-like, and needs a moment to melt in. — Aēsop B Triple C Facial Balancing Gel”
  • Packaging issues and frustrating design Rarely NotedOften Mentioned
    • “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”
    • “The downside is the pump. — Aēsop Parsley Seed Facial Cleanser”
  • Product pilling Rarely NotedOften Mentioned
    • “Pilled up on my skin — ISDIN Hyaluronic Moisture”
    • “When applied directly to the face, it feels slippery and pills up. — Aēsop B Triple C Facial Balancing Gel”
  • Unpleasant smell Rarely NotedSometimes Noted
    • “While I do like the product, the smell is very off-putting. — ISDIN Flavo-C Serum”
    • “Awful scent — ISDIN Hyaluronic Moisture”
    • “smells like carrots — Aēsop Damascan Rose Facial Treatment”

Questions and answers

ISDIN or Aēsop: which is better?

Both brands have their strengths, as reviewers find ISDIN better for ultralight, makeup-friendly sunscreens and gentle textures, while Aēsop excels in deep hydration and non-greasy balancing moisturizers. Lovi shows that ISDIN has superior fits for sensitive and mature skin with sunscreens like Eryfotona Actinica, whereas Aēsop offers high-level anti-oxidant protection across nearly all skin types with Parsley Seed Anti-Oxidant Intense Serum.

What is the difference between ISDIN and Aēsop?

ISDIN fits sensitive skin, dry skin, and acne-prone skin best according to its brand-focused routines, while the products on this page for Aēsop feature no listed fragrance. Reviewers note that ISDIN excels with ultralight and makeup-friendly sunscreens, whereas Aēsop offers deep hydration and refreshing scents.

ISDIN or Aēsop: which moisturizer is better?

When it comes to moisturizers, Aēsop is noted for providing deep hydration, while the products on this page from ISDIN are often mentioned as lightweight. Lovi rates the Aēsop Damascan Rose Facial Treatment as a High fit for dry and dry sensitive skin, whereas ISDIN Hyaluronic Moisture is rated as an Average fit for those same skin types.

Which is more affordable, ISDIN or Aēsop?

Both brands are noted for a high price point, so neither stands out as more affordable. Reviewers mention high prices for the products on this page across both ISDIN and Aēsop.

Which causes fewer breakouts, ISDIN or Aēsop?

For acne-prone skin, the products on this page for both ISDIN and Aēsop generally achieve High or Average fit levels. Reviewers mention that ISDIN helps provide lightweight, non-greasy finishes, while Aēsop is noted for non-greasy, balancing moisturizers.

How do the founding years and corporate ownerships of ISDIN and Aēsop compare?

ISDIN was founded in Spain in 1975 and is owned by Puig, whereas Aēsop was founded in 1987 and has been owned by L'Oréal Groupe since 2023.

Between ISDIN and Aēsop, which brand offers products with added fragrance versus those with no fragrance listed?

ISDIN offers products with added fragrance, as 5 of its 8 products on this page list fragrance, whereas every Aēsop product on this page lists no fragrance.

What specific skin types does ISDIN fit best according to its brand-focused routines?

According to its brand-focused routines, ISDIN fits sensitive skin, dry skin, and acne-prone skin best.

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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