# Rilastil vs NIOD

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Rilastil and NIOD are respected skincare collections offering thoughtful solutions for various [complex](https://lovi.care/skincare/uk/ingredients/complex) needs. Rilastil is warmly loved for its targeted [serums](https://lovi.care/skincare/uk/ingredients/serum) and meticulously balanced formulas that suit sensitive, dry, and mature skin types best, with the Acnestil standing out for acne-prone skin. Conversely, NIOD is known for its advanced serums and balancing toners featuring sophisticated compositions, where Modulating Glucosides suit acne-prone skin and [Superoxide Dismutase](https://lovi.care/skincare/uk/ingredients/superoxide-dismutase) Saccharide Mist addresses dark spots. Both lines differ in their heritage and scientific depth yet share a commitment to restoring daily comfort and enhancing natural resilience.

NIOD is a Canadian skincare brand founded in 2015 and owned by The Estée Lauder Companies Inc. since 2021.

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This page compares some of the most popular Rilastil and NIOD products; for every product of both brands, with a fit score for your own skin, [use the Lovi app](https://app.pora.ai/vqqJ/j1xj2b6o?af_sub2=compare&af_sub3=selection_note&af_sub4=pgffef176639).

### Popular Rilastil vs NIOD products

#### NIOD

- [Modulating Glucosides](https://lovi.care/skincare/uk/p/niod/modulating-glucosides/for/mature-skin) — High fit
- [Superoxide Dismutase Saccharide Mist](https://lovi.care/skincare/uk/p/niod/superoxide-dismutase-saccharide-mist/for/dry-sensitive-skin) — Average fit

#### Rilastil

- [Acnestil](https://lovi.care/skincare/uk/p/rilastil/acnestil/for/oily-skin) — Average fit

## Questions and answers

### Rilastil or NIOD: which is better?

NIOD generally has a higher Lovi fit for mature, sensitive, dry, and combination skin on this page, while Rilastil mostly fits oily and acne-prone skin with average results. Every product from both brands lists no fragrance in its ingredients.

[European Journal of Pharmaceutics and Biopharmaceutics, 2016](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/27460952/)

### What is the difference between Rilastil and NIOD?

NIOD offers high Lovi fit levels for sensitive, dry, and mature skin with products like Modulating Glucosides, whereas the products on this page from Rilastil generally fit those skin types with caution or low levels.

### Which is more affordable, Rilastil or NIOD?

The provided page and study details do not contain information regarding the prices or affordability of Rilastil or NIOD.

### Which causes fewer breakouts, Rilastil or NIOD?

Neither Rilastil nor NIOD can be said to directly cause fewer breakouts, as the products on this page show average to high fit levels for acne-prone skin.

### How do the founding years and corporate ownership of Rilastil and NIOD compare?

Rilastil was founded earlier in 1972 and is owned by Istituto Ganassini, whereas NIOD was founded later in 2015 in Canada and has been owned by The Estée Lauder Companies Inc. since 2021.

### Do either Rilastil or NIOD include fragrance in the skincare products featured on this page?

No, neither Rilastil nor NIOD includes fragrance in the skincare products on this page, as every product lists no fragrance in its ingredients.

### How does the Lovi fit level for dry skin differ between Rilastil's Acnestil and NIOD's Modulating Glucosides?

For dry skin, Lovi gives Rilastil's Acnestil a Caution fit level, whereas NIOD's Modulating Glucosides earns a High fit level.

## Research behind their key ingredients

- [Effects of glyceryl glucoside on AQP3 expression, barrier function and hydration of human skin](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/22584263/) Glucosides · Skin Pharmacology and Physiology, 2012
- [The 24-hour skin hydration and barrier function effects of a hyaluronic 1%, glycerin 5%, and Centella asiatica stem cells extract moisturizing fluid: an intra-subject, randomized, assessor-blinded study](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/28860834/) Glycerin · Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology, 2017
- [A Double-Blinded, Randomized, Vehicle-Controlled Study of the Efficacy of Moisturizer Containing Licochalcone A, Decanediol, L-Carnitine, and Salicylic Acid for Prevention of Acne Relapse in Asian Population](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/33150170/) Salicylic acid · BioMed Research International, 2020
- [Comparative study of efficacy and safety of 45% mandelic acid versus 30% salicylic acid peels in mild-to-moderate acne vulgaris](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/31553119/) Mandelic acid · Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2020
- [Treatment of xerosis with a topical formulation containing glyceryl glucoside, natural moisturizing factors, and ceramide](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/22916312/) Glucosides · The Journal of Clinical and Aesthetic Dermatology, 2012
- [Efficacy of a multitargeted, salicylic acid-based dermocosmetic cream compared to benzoyl peroxide 5% in Acne vulgaris: Results from a randomized study](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37941097/) Salicylic acid · Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2024
- [A Salicylic Acid-Based Dermocosmetic is Effective as an Adjunct to Benzoyl Peroxide for Mild to Moderate Acne and as Monotherapy in Maintenance Post Benzoyl Peroxide](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/38051857/) Salicylic acid · Journal of Drugs in Dermatology, 2023
- [Chemical peels for acne vulgaris: a systematic review of randomised controlled trials](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/29705755/) Mandelic acid · BMJ Open, 2018
- [Topical application of superoxide dismutase mediated by HIV-TAT peptide attenuates UVB-induced damages in human skin](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/27460952/) Superoxide dismutase · European Journal of Pharmaceutics and Biopharmaceutics, 2016
- [Effects of 1,3-propanediol associated, or not, with butylene glycol and/or glycerol on skin hydration and skin barrier function](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37699769/) Propanediol · International Journal of Cosmetic Science, 2024
- [Use of the synthetic superoxide dismutase/catalase mimetic EUK-134 to compensate for seasonal antioxidant deficiency by reducing pre-existing lipid peroxides at the human skin surface](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/18492138/) Superoxide dismutase · International Journal of Cosmetic Science, 2004
- [Redefining face contour with a novel anti-aging cosmetic product: an open-label, prospective clinical study](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/29180884/) Pseudoalteromonas exopolysaccharides · Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology, 2017
- [Randomized prospective study of low-dose isotretinoin alone and combination with salicylic acid and mandelic peel against acne tarda](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/35388606/) Mandelic acid · Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2022
- [Three clinical studies showing the anti-aging benefits of sodium salicylate in human skin](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/20883290/) Sodium salicylate · Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2010

## The brands

- Skincare: [Rilastil](https://lovi.care/skincare/uk/brands/rilastil)
- Canadian skincare: [NIOD](https://lovi.care/skincare/uk/brands/niod)

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## About the Lovi Fit

Lovi: Unbiased, science-based skincare AI trained on real user outcomes.

Lovi compares products by their fit scores, calculated from the full ingredient list with brand-independent rules its 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. Levels from best to worst: Superior, High, Average, Low, Caution, Warning.

Behind this comparison: Nadia Kapleva, MS (Co-founder, Medical Director); Alexey Shagraev, PhD (Co-founder, CEO and CTO); Dr. Sofía Perea Pérez, MD, MSc (Medical Board); Aishani Shah, MD (Medical Board); Asya Zubkova, MS (Medical Board); Hanna Kurets, MD (Medical Board, Medical Advisor); Elina Nazarenko, MD (Medical Board); Victoria Derkova, MS (Medical Board).

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