Skintific vs Pixi
Skintific and Pixi are thoughtful skincare collections known for dependable formulations across targeted moisturizers, potent serums, protective sunscreens, toners, and eye products. The first brand suits dry skin and dry sensitive skin best with comforting preparations like the All Day Light Sunscreen Mist for acne-prone skin, the 5X Ceramide Barrier Moisture Gel for dark spots, and the MUGWORT for mature skin, while the British brand founded in 1999 serves sensitive skin and mature skin best through standout creations such as the Glow Tonic for acne-prone skin, the Glow Peel Pads for dark spots, and the Retinol Tonic. Both rely on carefully balanced formulas, differing primarily in their specific product lineups and ideal skin types.
Pixi is a British skincare brand founded in 1999.
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This page compares some of the most popular Skintific and Pixi products; for every product of both brands, with a fit score for your own skin, use the Lovi app.
Popular Skintific vs Pixi products
People Say
Lightweight texture Mostly MentionedSometimes Noted
- “absorbs instantly — Skintific 5X Ceramide Barrier Moisture Gel”
- “super light and leaves a radiant glow — Skintific All Day Light Sunscreen Mist”
- “light as air — Skintific MATE FIT”
- “Absorbs quickly — Pixi Hydrating Milky Mist”
Calms redness and irritation Mostly MentionedSometimes Noted
- “calm my acne instantly — Skintific MUGWORT”
- “redness berkurang — Skintific 5X Ceramide Barrier Moisture Gel”
- “good for acne prone — Skintific MATE FIT”
- “instantly cooling upon application — Pixi DetoxifEYE Depuffing Eye Patches”
Repairs barrier and smooths skin Often MentionedOften Mentioned
- “Kulit terasa lebih halus — Skintific AHA BHA PHA LHA Peeling Solution”
- “healed my skin barrier — Skintific 5X Ceramide Barrier Moisture Gel”
- “Skin feels incredible, so smooth — Pixi Glow Peel Pads”
- “forehead bumps gone — Pixi Glow Tonic”
Convenient application Often MentionedSometimes Noted
- “mess-free application — Skintific MUGWORT”
- “maintain your makeup without any mess — Skintific All Day Light Sunscreen Mist”
- “great for traveling — Skintific All Day Light Sunscreen Mist”
- “Easy to use — Pixi Glow Peel Pads”
Brightening and radiance Sometimes NotedOften Mentioned
- “gives instant glow — Pixi Glow Tonic”
- “Skin is noticeably brighter — Pixi Glow Peel Pads”
- “gives a lovely glow — Pixi Rose Oil Blend”
- “Tampak lebih cerah — Skintific AHA BHA PHA LHA Peeling Solution”
Oil control and pore reduction Mostly MentionedRarely Noted
- “controls shine for 8 hours — Skintific MATE FIT”
- “Pori tampak lebih bersih — Skintific AHA BHA PHA LHA Peeling Solution”
- “oil control is good — Skintific 5X Ceramide Barrier Moisture Gel”
- “Larger pores have now almost vanished — Pixi Glow Peel Pads”
Strong fragrance and scent dislike Often MentionedOften Mentioned
- “scent is actually quite strong — Skintific All Day Light Sunscreen Mist”
- “Bau jamu/rempah — Skintific AHA BHA PHA LHA Peeling Solution”
- “smell is overpowering — Pixi Glow Tonic”
- “Scent is too strong — Pixi Hydrating Milky Mist”
Application coverage and performance issues Sometimes NotedRarely Noted
- “didn't notice change in dark circles — Pixi DetoxifEYE Depuffing Eye Patches”
- “didn't do anything — Pixi Rose Tonic”
- “hard to use with cotton pad — Pixi Antioxidant Tonic”
- “hard to reach nose area — Skintific MUGWORT”
Dryness and lack of hydration Often MentionedRarely Noted
- “Felt like just water — Pixi Hydrating Milky Mist”
- “kurang lembab — Skintific 5X Ceramide Barrier Moisture Gel”
Skintific vs Pixi routines for dry skin
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Cleanser
CeraVe Hydrating Facial Cleanser
Morning · Evening · Once a week
£8.29
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Hydrating Toner
Dear, Klairs Supple Preparation Unscented Toner
Morning
£11.49
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Moisturizer
5X Ceramide Barrier Moisture Gel
Morning · Evening · Once a week
£15.90
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SPF
Torriden DIVE-IN Mild Sunscreen
Morning
£22.00
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Pre-Cleanser
MISSHA Ultra Hyalon Cleansing Cream
Evening · Once a week
£13.58
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Serum or Treatment
Peach & Lily Glass Skin Refining Serum
Evening · Once a week
£59.74
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Nourishing Mask
MEDIHEAL Vita Essential Mask
Once a week
£17.00
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Cleanser
CeraVe Hydrating Facial Cleanser
Morning · Evening · Once a week
£8.29
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Hydrating Toner
Hydrating Milky Mist
Morning
£16.00
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Moisturizer
SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Probio-Cica Enrich Cream
Morning · Evening · Once a week
£14.74
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SPF
Torriden DIVE-IN Mild Sunscreen
Morning
£22.00
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Pre-Cleanser
MISSHA Ultra Hyalon Cleansing Cream
Evening · Once a week
£13.58
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Serum or Treatment
Vitamin-C Serum
Evening · Once a week
£22.00
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Nourishing Mask
MEDIHEAL Vita Essential Mask
Once a week
£17.00
Buy Skintific routine · £148.00 · 97% fit
Buy Pixi routine · £91.61 · 94% fitSee multi-brand routine · 99% fit
Skintific vs Pixi routines for oily skin
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Cleanser
CeraVe Foaming Facial Cleanser
Morning · Evening · Once a week
£8.29
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Hydrating Toner
Some By Mi Snail Truecica Miracle Repair Toner
Morning · Once a week
£13.98
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Moisturizer
5X Ceramide Barrier Moisture Gel
Morning · Evening · Once a week
£15.90
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SPF
CeraVe AM Facial Moisturizing Lotion SPF 30
Morning
£11.29
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Pre-Cleanser
Shu Uemura Ultime8 Sublime Beauty Cleansing Oil
Evening · Once a week
£17.00
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Cleansing Toner
Caudalie Vinopure Purifying Toner
Evening
£29.00
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Serum or Treatment
Peach & Lily Glass Skin Refining Serum
Evening · Once a week
£59.74
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Enzyme Powder
Dermalogica Daily Microfoliant
Once a week
£19.00
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Cleansing Mask
Dr. Sebagh Deep Exfoliating Mask
Once a week
£61.99
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Cleanser
CeraVe Foaming Facial Cleanser
Morning · Evening · Once a week
£8.29
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Hydrating Toner
Retinol Tonic
Morning · Once a week
£14.05
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Moisturizer
COSRX Oil-Free Ultra-Moisturizing Lotion (with Birch Sap)
Morning · Evening · Once a week
£14.80
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SPF
CeraVe AM Facial Moisturizing Lotion SPF 30
Morning
£11.29
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Pre-Cleanser
Shu Uemura Ultime8 Sublime Beauty Cleansing Oil
Evening · Once a week
£17.00
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Cleansing Toner
Glow Tonic
Evening
£9.20
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Serum or Treatment
Vitamin-C Serum
Evening · Once a week
£22.00
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Enzyme Powder
Dermalogica Daily Microfoliant
Once a week
£19.00
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Cleansing Mask
Dr. Sebagh Deep Exfoliating Mask
Once a week
£61.99
Buy Skintific routine · £236.19 · 94% fit
Buy Pixi routine · £146.42 · 94% fitSee multi-brand routine · 97% fit
Skintific vs Pixi routines for combination skin
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Cleanser
Fresh Soy Face Cleanser
Morning · Evening · Once a week
£14.99
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Hydrating Toner
Paula's Choice Skin Balancing Pore-Reducing Toner
Morning · Once a week
£30.37
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Moisturizer
5X Ceramide Barrier Moisture Gel
Morning · Evening · Once a week
£15.90
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Pre-Cleanser
Pyunkang Yul Deep Cleansing Oil
Evening · Once a week
£23.92
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Cleansing Toner
REN Clean Skincare Ready Steady Glow Daily AHA Tonic
Evening
£30.99
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Serum or Treatment
Peach & Lily Glass Skin Refining Serum
Evening · Once a week
£59.74
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Enzyme Powder
Dermalogica Daily Microfoliant
Once a week
£19.00
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Cleansing Mask
VT Cosmetics Cica Purifying Mask
Once a week
£19.00
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Cleanser
Fresh Soy Face Cleanser
Morning · Evening · Once a week
£14.99
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Hydrating Toner
Retinol Tonic
Morning · Once a week
£14.05
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Moisturizer
COSRX Oil-Free Ultra-Moisturizing Lotion (with Birch Sap)
Morning · Evening · Once a week
£14.80
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Pre-Cleanser
Pyunkang Yul Deep Cleansing Oil
Evening · Once a week
£23.92
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Cleansing Toner
Glow Tonic
Evening
£9.20
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Serum or Treatment
Vitamin-C Serum
Evening · Once a week
£22.00
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Enzyme Powder
Dermalogica Daily Microfoliant
Once a week
£19.00
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Cleansing Mask
VT Cosmetics Cica Purifying Mask
Once a week
£19.00
Buy Skintific routine · £213.91 · 93% fit
Buy Pixi routine · £105.76 · 92% fitSee multi-brand routine · 96% fit
Questions and answers
Skintific or Pixi: which is better?
Both Skintific and Pixi provide superior routine fits across skin types on this page, but Skintific features no fragrance across its products while Pixi includes fragrance in some items. Reviewers note that Pixi delivers deep hydration and radiance, whereas Skintific is better for lightweight texture and calming redness.
What is the difference between Skintific and Pixi?
Skintific and Pixi differ in formulation approach, as the products on this page for Skintific list no fragrance, whereas 3 of Pixi's products contain fragrance. Reviewers note that Skintific does better for lightweight texture and calming redness, while Pixi provides better brightening and radiance.
Skintific or Pixi for dry skin?
Both Skintific and Pixi offer a Superior routine fit for dry skin on this page. Skintific lists no fragrance across the products on this page, whereas some Pixi formulas contain fragrance and are noted for strong fragrance or scent issues.
Skintific or Pixi: which moisturizer is better?
Both brands offer moisturizers, but Skintific stands out for barrier care with its 5X Ceramide Barrier Moisture Gel rated High for dry and dry sensitive skin, while Pixi provides options like the Rose Oil Blend rated High for dry skin. Every product on the Skintific page lists no fragrance in its ingredients, whereas some Pixi products feature strong fragrance and scent issues. Reviewers mention that Skintific provides a lightweight texture and calms redness and irritation better than Pixi.
Which is more affordable, Skintific or Pixi?
Neither Skintific nor Pixi has pricing information listed on this page, so affordability cannot be compared here.
Skintific or Pixi: which brand has products with no fragrance listed in their ingredients?
Skintific is the better choice for avoiding fragrance, as every product on this page lists no fragrance in its ingredients, whereas Pixi has fragrance in some of its formulas.
Skintific or Pixi: which brand performs better for lightweight texture and calming redness?
Skintific performs better for lightweight texture and calming redness, as the products on this page show strengths in lightweight textures and calming redness and irritation.
Skintific or Pixi: which brand was founded earlier and in which country?
Pixi was founded earlier in 1999 in the United Kingdom, whereas Skintific was founded in 2021 with its founding country not listed on the page.
Skintific or Pixi for oily skin?
Both Skintific and Pixi offer an equal routine fit of Superior for oily skin based on the products on this page. Skintific has no fragrance across its products on this page, whereas Pixi has some fragranced toners.
Skintific or Pixi for sensitive skin?
Both Skintific and Pixi provide a Superior routine fit for sensitive skin. However, Skintific offers fragrance-free choices across all the products on this page, whereas Pixi includes fragrance in some formulations.
Skintific or Pixi for acne-prone skin?
Both brands are a strong match for acne-prone skin, as Lovi rates both Skintific and Pixi as a Superior fit for this skin type. Skintific has no fragrance across the products on this page, while Pixi has 7 of 10 unfragranced products and includes aloe vera and hyaluronic acid.
Research behind their key ingredients
The Effect of Aloe Vera Clinical Trials on Prevention and Healing of Skin Wound: A Systematic Review
Molecular basis of retinol anti-ageing properties in naturally aged human skin in vivo
Microneedling by dermapen and glycolic acid peel for the treatment of acne scars: Comparative study
A Rose Extract Protects the Skin against Stress Mediators: A Potential Role of Olfactory Receptors
In vivo and in vitro evaluation of octyl methoxycinnamate liposomes
Design and in vivo evaluation of emulgel formulations including green tea extract and rose oil
Topical Almond Oil for Prevention of Pressure Injuries: A Single-Blinded Comparison Study
Clinical study of a spray containing birch juice for repairing sensitive skin
Retrospective Review of Dermal Safety Studies of Organic Sunscreens
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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Medical Board
Specialist dermatologist, MBBS, MD, IFAAD
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Medical Board
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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