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Torriden vs Avène

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

Torriden and Avène are skincare brands that offer moisturizers, sunscreens, serums, toners, and masks designed for acne-prone skin, dry skin, and oily acne-prone skin. Founded in 2015, the Korean brand relies on hyaluronic acid, panthenol, and allantoin to soothe and nourish the complexion, whereas the French brand, established in 1990, utilizes glycerin to hydrate and restore the skin barrier. While both suit acne-prone skin, the former also caters to dry skin with targeted items like the Dive In Serum and the DIVE-IN Low Molecule Hyaluronic Acid Multi Pad, and the latter offers reliable sunscreens and gentle cleansers alongside formulations like the Tolerance Control Soothing Skin Recovery Balm.

Torriden is a Korean skincare brand founded in 2015 and owned by Torriden Co., Ltd..

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Avène is a French skincare brand founded in 1990 and owned by Fondation Pierre Fabre.

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

Popular Torriden vs Avène products

People Say

TorridenAvène
  • Soothing and calming sensitive skin Mostly MentionedMostly Mentioned
    • “no irritation — Torriden Cellmazing Firming Eye Cream”
    • “perfect for super sensitive skin — Torriden CELLMAZING Brightening Ampoule”
    • “Calmed my angry red skin overnight — Avène Cicalfate+ Restorative Protective Cream”
    • “leaves face clean but not dry — Avène Cleanance”
  • Deep hydration and moisturization Mostly MentionedSometimes Noted
    • “Plumps skin — Torriden Dive In Serum”
    • “skin looks dewy — Torriden Cellmazing Firming Gel Mask”
    • “Game changer for winter — Torriden SOLID IN Ceramide Cream”
    • “Restores moisture barrier — Avène Cold Cream”
  • Lightweight and fast-absorbing texture Mostly MentionedSometimes Noted
    • “3-second serum — Torriden Dive In Serum”
    • “absorbs immediately without stickiness — Torriden Dive-In Toner”
    • “Absorbs beautifully and spreads so smoothly — Torriden Cellmazing Low Molecular Collagen Firming Cream”
    • “absorbs very quickly — Avène Vitamin Activ Cg Radiance Concentrated Serum”
  • Improves skin texture and glow Often MentionedOften Mentioned
    • “drenched in product — Torriden DIVE-IN Low Molecule Hyaluronic Acid Multi Pad”
    • “so much serum — Torriden Balanceful Cica Mask”
    • “immediate radiance boost — Avène Vitamin Activ Cg Radiance Concentrated Serum”
    • “I've noticed a definite improvement in the fine lines around my eyes — Avène RetrinAL EYES”
  • Makeup friendly and adherence Sometimes NotedRarely Noted
    • “No pilling — Torriden Dive In Serum”
    • “molds perfectly — Torriden Cellmazing Firming Gel Mask”
    • “makeup glides on — Torriden Cellmazing Firming Gel Mask”
    • “Remove a all of the makeup with ease. — Avène Milk Cleanser”
  • Causes breakouts and skin irritation Rarely NotedSometimes Noted
    • “Small whiteheads — Torriden Dive In Serum”
    • “caused small whiteheads — Torriden Dive-In Toner”
    • “tingling sensation — Torriden Balanceful Toner Pad”
    • “Woke up with tiny whiteheads all over — Avène Cicalfate+ Restorative Protective Cream”
  • Too light or insufficient moisture Often MentionedRarely Noted
    • “Not hydrating enough and my skin feels so dry even right after applying the cream. — Avène Tolerance Control Soothing Skin Recovery Balm”
    • “Feels like water — Torriden Dive In Serum”
  • Underwhelming or slow results Sometimes NotedRarely Noted
    • “no difference — Avène Antirougeurs Fort Relief Concentrate”
    • “no difference after month — Avène Vitamin Activ Cg Radiance Concentrated Serum”
    • “didn't work for me — Avène Hyaluron Activ B3 Concentrated Plumping Serum”
    • “dark spots haven't faded much — Torriden CELLMAZING Brightening Ampoule”

Torriden vs Avène routines for dry skin

Buy Torriden routine · £78.43 · 92% fitBuy Avène routine · £93.03 · 77% fitSee multi-brand routine · 99% fit

Torriden vs Avène routines for oily skin

Buy Torriden routine · £165.89 · 89% fitBuy Avène routine · £170.97 · 86% fitSee multi-brand routine · 97% fit

Torriden vs Avène routines for combination skin

Buy Torriden routine · £133.31 · 91% fitBuy Avène routine · £195.53 · 88% fitSee multi-brand routine · 96% fit

Questions and answers

Torriden or Avène: which is better?

Torriden is better for dry, combination, and sensitive skin types, where it achieves a Superior Lovi fit level, whereas Avène reaches a High fit level for those same categories. Torriden also does better in deep hydration and lightweight textures, while Avène frequently includes fragrance across its products on this page compared to Torriden's fragrance-free formulas.

What is the difference between Torriden and Avène?

Torriden offers a Superior Lovi fit for dry sensitive skin, whereas Avène provides an Average fit. For deep hydration and moisturization, Torriden is noted to do better than Avène.

Torriden or Avène for dry skin?

Torriden is better for dry skin, offering a Superior routine fit compared to Avène's High fit level. Torriden is noted for providing deep hydration with key ingredients like hyaluronic acid and panthenol, while the products on this page list no fragrance.

Drug Delivery, 2017Dermatologic Therapy, 2022

Torriden or Avène: which moisturizer is better?

Torriden is better for moisturization, as the products on this page provide superior deep hydration compared to Avène. For dry skin, Lovi rates Torriden as Superior and Avène as High.

Which is more affordable, Torriden or Avène?

This page does not provide pricing or affordability information for either Torriden or Avène.

Which brand has fragrance-free products, Torriden or Avène?

Torriden has fragrance-free products, as every product on its page lists no fragrance in its ingredients, whereas several Avène products contain fragrance.

Torriden or Avène for deep hydration and moisturization?

Torriden is better for deep hydration and moisturization, as the products on this page provide deep hydration and Torriden does better than Avène for this. Lovi rates Torriden as Superior for dry skin, while Avène is High.

Drug Delivery, 2017Dermatologic Therapy, 2022

Torriden or Avène for oily skin?

For oily skin, Torriden has a High routine fit on Lovi, while Avène also reaches a High routine fit, making them an equal match. Both brands offer products that help manage oil, though Torriden is noted for its lightweight, non-sticky textures.

Torriden or Avène for sensitive skin?

For sensitive skin, Torriden is Lovi Superior, while Avène is Lovi High. Every Torriden product on this page lists no fragrance in its ingredients, whereas several Avène products contain fragrance.

Torriden or Avène for acne-prone skin?

For acne-prone skin, Torriden has a Superior Lovi fit level, whereas Avène has a High Lovi fit level. Both brands fit this skin type best according to their brand-focused routines, but Torriden scores higher overall on this page for this specific concern.

Torriden or Avène for dry sensitive skin?

Torriden is the better choice for dry sensitive skin, achieving a Superior routine fit compared to Avène's Average fit on Lovi. Torriden products on this page list no fragrance, whereas nearly half of Avène's products contain fragrance, which may irritate sensitive skin.

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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