NIOD review: what does a doctor think of this premium brand?
Copper peptides, 28 eye contour technologies, antioxidants - BeautyDecoded analysis of 6 products
Article written by Dr Sylvain David - Plastic and aesthetic surgeon - Updated: March 2026
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NIOD products - BeautyDecoded overview
Note on BeautyDecoded reviews: the ratings and review excerpts displayed on this page come from users of the BeautyDecoded application. These reviews are not verified. Publication dates and review details are available on each product sheet.
| Product | Note BD | Notice (n) | Key score |
| Copper Amino Isolate Serum CAIS | 4,80/5 | 5 | Anti-ageing 88.4 (best catalog) - sensitive skin 0 |
| Fractionated Eye Contour FECC | 4,00/5 | 8 | Anti-ageing 85 - spots 76.5 - polarized views |
| Survival 0 - Antioxidant shield | 5,00/5 | 2 | Universal profile 91 - anti-aging 81.6 - best Q/P |
| Multi-Molecular Hyaluronic MMHC2 | 4,33/5 | 3 | Anti-aging 78.2 - 15 technologies AH |
| Modulating Glucosides MG | 5,00/5 | 1 | Anti-ageing 79.9 - post-tretinoin confirmed |
| Neck Elasticity Catalyst NEC | 3,00/5 | 1 | Anti-ageing 50.15 - sticky texture reported |
NIOD - DECIEM's premium scientific brand
NIOD (Non-Invasive Options in Dermal Science) is the premium brand of Canadian group DECIEM, founded in 2013 by Brandon Truaxe - who passed away in 2019 - and Nicola Kilner, who today heads the group acquired by Estée Lauder in 2021 for approx. 2 billion dollars. NIOD is the original DECIEM brand, predating The Ordinary.
His philosophy is summed up by Brandon Truaxe himself: «NIOD will always have a very narrow audience that appreciates a sincere commitment to true quality and innovation - an audience not inspired by marketing or pricing strategies, but by truth and responsibility.» This statement is the prism through which the BeautyDecoded analysis takes on its full meaning.
The Ordinary was created by DECIEM after NIOD, with a clear mission: to demonstrate the «true price» of basic ingredients to justify the NIOD premium. NIOD uses complex, multidimensional formulas with numerous synergistic active ingredients - the opposite of The Ordinary's «one active ingredient per problem» philosophy.
BeautyDecoded data available for NIOD: 6 products listed, 20 user reviews in total. Solid volume for a niche premium brand. Algorithmic scores (INCI formulation) are reliable. Ratings and reviews provide valuable qualitative analysis.
NIOD's formulation philosophy - what makes it different?
NIOD is distinguished by five formulatory features that are rarely combined in the same catalog:
| Features | What NIOD does | Difference vs. standard market |
| Peptide concentrations | GHK-Cu at 1%+ vs. 0.01-0.1% in standard formulas | Justifies the price differential with The Ordinary Buffet Copper |
| Multidimensional approach | 15 forms of HA, 28 FECC technologies, synergistic complexes | Vs The Ordinary's «single asset» philosophy |
| No direct acids | No AHA, BHA, retinol in the main catalog | Alternative for profiles that cannot tolerate conventional acids |
| Advanced vectorization | Drone delivery (peptide encapsulation to fibroblasts) | Superior delivery accuracy with free active ingredients |
| Alcohol / silicone / oil-free formulation | Systematic formulatory purity | Better tolerance on reactive profiles |
«NIOD is the most technically ambitious brand in the DECIEM group. The legitimate question at €57 for 15 ml is: does formulatory complexity translate into documented superior efficacy? The honest answer: yes on high-concentration copper peptides (GHK-Cu documented in the literature), probably on drone-delivery vectorization (promising technology, little independent evidence), and not certified on all claims. BeautyDecoded's CAIS reviews are the most clinically accurate and consistent in the entire NIOD database.»
- Dr Sylvain David, Plastic Surgeon, Researcher and Youtuber
NIOD reviews - product-by-product analysis (BeautyDecoded data)
Copper Amino Isolate Serum 2:1 (CAIS) - Pro-Collagen Copper Peptides
4.80/5 - 5 reviews BeautyDecoded | Price: ~57 € / 15 ml (niod.com)
Main assets : GHK-Cu (copper peptides) + GHK peptide + amino isolates
BeautyDecoded algorithmic scores
| Profile / Issues | BD score |
| Dry skin | 84.0 |
| Oily skin | 84.0 |
| Normal to dry skin | 91.0 |
| Normal to oily skin | 91.0 |
| Sensitive skin | 0.0 |
| Anti-aging | 88.4 |
| Imperfections | 0.0 |
| Redness | 17.0 |
| Stains | 0.0 |
Verdict Sensitivity (Dr David rule) : Suitable for sensitive skin (score : 0)
Expert deciphering
Complex of copper peptides (GHK-Cu + GHK) in a 2:1 ratio. Anti-ageing score: 88.4 - the best in NIOD's BeautyDecoded catalog. Universal profile: 84-91 for all skin types. Sensitive skin score: 0 - perfectly suited. Score 4.80/5 out of 5 reviews - the highest volume of reviews of the NIOD range with the FECC.
GHK-Cu (glycyl-L-histidyl-L-lysine:copper) is a copper tripeptide naturally present in human plasma, documented to stimulate collagen and elastin synthesis, modulate skin inflammation and accelerate wound healing. Its concentration in CAIS is significantly higher than standard formulas on the market - it's the central formulatory differentiator of NIOD vs. The Ordinary (whose «Buffet + Copper Peptides» contains lower concentrations).
BeautyDecoded reviews are remarkable for their clinical specificity: faster healing of acne pimple marks confirmed by several users, reduced skin reactivity, perceived anti-inflammatory effect. These signals are consistent with GHK-Cu's documented mechanisms of action. One review compares favorably with The Ordinary version (lighter texture and faster penetration than «Buffet Copper»).
My analysis
«CAIS is NIOD's flagship product in BeautyDecoded - anti-aging 88.4 (best catalog), universal profile, sensitive skin 0, 5 consistent reviews. Reviews confirm clinically expected effects of copper peptides: healing, anti-inflammation, reduced reactivity. At €57/15 ml, GHK-Cu concentration justifies premium vs. The Ordinary. Premium copper peptide reference.»
Verdict: TOP - Anti-aging 88.4 (best catalog). Universal profile. Sensitive skin 0. Rated 4.80/5 out of 5 reviews. Confirmed healing and anti-inflammation effects.
BeautyDecoded user reviews (5 reviews in total)
4.8/5 «The best - gives more radiant skin. Better galenic than The Ordinary version, more liquid and penetrates the skin immediately.»
4.8/5 «Excellent - my acne pimple marks heal much better and faster since I've been using it. Does not cause pimples.»
4.8/5 «Excellent serum - skin heals faster. My skin is less reactive when I use it.»
4.8/5 «I forgot to mention that it also soothes irritated skin. A must-have.»
Note on BeautyDecoded reviews: the ratings and review excerpts displayed on this page come from users of the BeautyDecoded application. These reviews are not verified. Publication dates and review details are available on each product sheet.
Fractionated Eye Contour Concentrate (FECC) - 28 Eye Contour Technologies
4.00/5 - 8 reviews BeautyDecoded | Price: ~65 € / 15 ml (niod.com)
Main assets : 28 active technologies: drone-delivery peptides, multi-weight HA, stabilized polyphenols, tensor peptides
BeautyDecoded algorithmic scores
| Profile / Issues | BD score |
| Dry skin | 91.0 |
| Oily skin | 84.0 |
| Normal to dry skin | 91.0 |
| Normal to oily skin | 91.0 |
| Sensitive skin | -0.3 |
| Anti-aging | 85.0 |
| Imperfections | 43.4 |
| Redness | 17.0 |
| Stains | 76.5 |
Verdict Sensitivity (Dr David rule) : Slight caution recommended (score: -0.25)
Expert deciphering
28 active technologies including «drone delivery» peptide technology (encapsulation targeting fibroblast receptors), several forms of hyaluronic acid, stabilized green tea polyphenols, Palmitoyl Tripeptide-38. Anti-ageing score: 85.0 and dark spots: 76.5 - very high for an eye contour product. Universal profile (84-91). Sensitive skin score: -0.25 - slight caution. Rated 4.00/5 out of 8 reviews - the highest volume of the NIOD range in BeautyDecoded.
NIOD's «drone delivery» technology is differentiating: encapsulated peptides are directed to specific receptors (fibroblasts) to release active ingredients on target cells, reducing waste on non-target cells. This is an application of vectorization nanotechnologies in cosmetology - the level of independent clinical evidence remains limited, but the formulatory consistency is real.
The 8 BeautyDecoded reviews reveal a notable heterogeneity: 3 very negative reviews (no results despite several months, price deemed unjustified, texture too liquid) vs. 1 very positive review confirming results. This polarization is clinically expected for a peptide active whose efficacy depends on individual skin profile, expectations and duration of use. The slightly negative sensitive skin score (-0.25) and the very fluid texture may explain some of the disappointments.
My analysis
«FECC is the most documented product in BeautyDecoded (8 reviews) but also the most polarizing - 4/5 average with reviews ranging from «no results after months» to «results on target». Anti-aging 85 and spots 76.5 are solid scores. The heterogeneity of results is consistent with a complex peptide active whose efficacy varies according to profile. At €65/15 ml, expectations are legitimately high.»
Verdict: Polarizing - Rated 4/5 out of 8 reviews. Anti-ageing 85, spots 76.5. Very divergent opinions (no results vs. confirmed results). Sensitive skin -0.25. Premium price.
BeautyDecoded user reviews (8 reviews in total)
4.0/5 «Tested for several months. Didn't see any difference, and considering the price, I preferred to change.»
4.0/5 «Too expensive, no results.»
4.0/5 «Too runny - I had a hard time applying it.»
4.0/5 «Best seller - quality product and easy-to-apply texture. The results are there for the taking.»
Note on BeautyDecoded reviews: the ratings and review excerpts displayed on this page come from users of the BeautyDecoded application. These reviews are not verified. Publication dates and review details are available on each product sheet.
Survival 0 - Environmental Antioxidant Shield
5.00/5 - 2 reviews BeautyDecoded | Price: ~27 € / 30 ml (niod.com)
Main assets : Fractionated melanin + carotenoids + prebiotic complex + algae extracts + superoxide dismutase
BeautyDecoded algorithmic scores
| Profile / Issues | BD score |
| Dry skin | 91.0 |
| Oily skin | 91.0 |
| Normal to dry skin | 91.0 |
| Normal to oily skin | 91.0 |
| Sensitive skin | 0.3 |
| Anti-aging | 81.6 |
| Imperfections | 0.0 |
| Redness | 19.6 |
| Stains | 6.8 |
Verdict Sensitivity (Dr David rule) : Suitable for sensitive skin (score : 0.25)
Expert deciphering
Multi-target antioxidant complex: fractionated melanin (HEVL and UVA protection), carotenoids (anti-free radical, UV), prebiotic complex (skin microbiome), algae extracts (anti-melanogenesis, anti-inflammatory). Anti-ageing score: 81.6 - very high. Perfect universal profile: 91 on all skin types. Sensitive skin score: +0.25 - well adapted. Perfect score 5/5 on 2 reviews.
Survival 0 is NIOD's answer to Brandon Truaxe's philosophy: no harsh acids, no retinol. It is designed to protect against inflammaging (aging through chronic low-grade inflammation) induced by urban oxidative stress - pollution, blue light, UV. Fractionated melanin is a protective active ingredient against high-energy visible light (HEVL), which conventional SPFs do not filter.
The 2 BeautyDecoded reviews are exceptional in their clinical accuracy: «excellent for people who can't tolerate pure vitamin C - complete antioxidant alternative», and «I use it as a complement to vitamin C to reduce oxidative stress which contributes to inflammaging. It also soothes my skin and calms my redness.» These uses perfectly confirm the formulatory positioning.
My analysis
«Survival 0 is the affordable nugget in the NIOD catalog - €27/30 ml, perfect universal profile (91 everywhere), anti-aging 81.6, sensitive skin +0.25, rating 5/5. The 2 BeautyDecoded reviews are remarkably clinically precise, confirming the expected uses. Antioxidant alternative for profiles unable to tolerate pure vitamin C. Best quality/price ratio in the NIOD catalog.»
Verdict: TOP Q/P ratio - Rating 5/5. Universal profile 91 all over. Anti-ageing 81.6. Sensitive skin +0.25. 27 €/30 ml (the cheapest in the catalog). Clinically accurate opinion.
BeautyDecoded user reviews (2 reviews in total)
5.0/5 «A must-have! I can't stand pure vitamin C. Survival 0 is an excellent alternative antioxidant option. Fluid texture, very easy application.»
5.0/5 «Excellent antioxidant - I use it alongside vitamin C to reduce the oxidative stress that contributes to inflammaging. It soothes my skin and calms my redness.»
Note on BeautyDecoded reviews: the ratings and review excerpts displayed on this page come from users of the BeautyDecoded application. These reviews are not verified. Publication dates and review details are available on each product sheet.
Multi-Molecular Hyaluronic Complex (MMHC2) - 15 AH Technologies
4.33/5 - 3 reviews BeautyDecoded | Price: ~34 € / 15 ml (niod.com)
Main assets : 15 hyaluronic acid and complementary technologies - multi-molecular weights and derivatives
BeautyDecoded algorithmic scores
| Profile / Issues | BD score |
| Dry skin | 84.0 |
| Oily skin | 84.0 |
| Normal to dry skin | 91.0 |
| Normal to oily skin | 91.0 |
| Sensitive skin | -1.0 |
| Anti-aging | 78.2 |
| Imperfections | 25.5 |
| Redness | 0.0 |
| Stains | 33.1 |
Verdict Sensitivity (Dr David rule) : Slight caution recommended (score: -1)
Expert deciphering
15 forms of hyaluronic acid and complementary technologies (cross-linked HA, low-weight HA, high-weight HA, sodium hyaluronate, hydrolyzed hyaluronic acid, hydroxypropyltrimonium hyaluronate, etc.). Anti-aging score: 78.2 - high for a moisturizing serum. Blemish score: 33.15. Sensitive skin score: -1.0 - slight caution. Profile 84-91. Score 4.33/5 out of 3 reviews.
The formulatory complexity of MMHC2 (15 technologies vs. 1 to 3 for most HA serums on the market) responds to a scientific logic: different sizes of HA molecules act at different skin depths. High-molecular-weight forms remain on the surface (barrier effect), while low-molecular-weight forms penetrate the epidermis (deep hydration). 15 forms systematically cover the entire spectrum.
BeautyDecoded reviews are nuanced and honest: «immediate plumping effect, very well formulated» (positive), «sticks less than The Ordinary's B3, but high price» (interesting comparative signal), «moisturizes without more, no spectacular plumping effect» (realistic). This last opinion highlights a real limitation: surface moisturizing is no substitute for a corrective anti-aging active ingredient.
My analysis
«MMHC2 is NIOD's complex hydration reference - 15 AH technologies, anti-aging 78.2, profile 84-91. Reviews confirm an immediate plumping effect on certain profiles but not universal. Less sticky than The Ordinary Serum B5 according to one review - a relevant comparison. Sensitive skin score -1.0: slight caution. At €34/15 ml, correct Q/P ratio for formulatory sophistication.»
Verdict: TOP hydration - Anti-aging 78.2. Profile 84-91. 15 AH technologies. Rated 4.33/5 out of 3 reviews. Plumping effect varies according to profile. Sensitive skin -1.0.
BeautyDecoded user reviews (3 reviews in total)
4.3/5 «Great product - good hydration, but above all immediate plumping effect! Very well formulated.»
4.3/5 «Plumping serum - very good. Sticks less than The Ordinary B3. Only negative point: the price.»
4.3/5 «Correct - moisturizes my skin, without more. No spectacular plumping effect.»
Note on BeautyDecoded reviews: the ratings and review excerpts displayed on this page come from users of the BeautyDecoded application. These reviews are not verified. Publication dates and review details are available on each product sheet.
Modulating Glucosides (MG) - Post-Activation Soothing Serum
5.00/5 - 1 review BeautyDecoded | Price: ~27 € / 30 ml (niod.com)
Main assets : Modulating glucosides (non-acid precursors) + amino acids
BeautyDecoded algorithmic scores
| Profile / Issues | BD score |
| Dry skin | 84.0 |
| Oily skin | 45.5 |
| Normal to dry skin | 91.0 |
| Normal to oily skin | 84.0 |
| Sensitive skin | -0.3 |
| Anti-aging | 79.9 |
| Imperfections | 0.0 |
| Redness | 34.0 |
| Stains | 11.9 |
Verdict Sensitivity (Dr David rule) : Slight caution recommended (score: -0.25)
Expert deciphering
Modulating glucosides: bio-fermented precursors that convert to skin-compatible acids - without the irritation of direct AHA/BHA. Anti-aging score: 79.9 - high for a soothing serum. Normal to dry skin score: 91 and dry skin score: 84 - suitable profile. Redness score: 34. Sensitive skin score: -0.25 - slight caution. Score 5/5 on 1 review.
MG is NIOD's «anti-acid-philosophy» serum - Brandon Truaxe believed that direct acids (AHA, BHA, retinol) weaken skin over the long term. MG offers an alternative fermented exfoliation: glucosides are converted into cutaneous-compatible exfoliants on contact with skin enzymes, without the irritation peaks of AHAs. This is an interesting formulating approach, as yet little documented by independent studies.
BeautyDecoded's unique review is exceptionally clinically accurate: «Top of the range to soothe my skin irritated by tretinoin or AHAs. Works immediately on application. I always keep some in my beauty kit.» This use - as a post-activity recovery serum - is exactly the optimal positioning for MG. Its synergistic action with retinoids is a valuable user signal.
My analysis
«MG is the functional discovery of the NIOD catalog in BeautyDecoded - anti-aging 79.9, perfect 5/5 review on clinically precise use (post-retinoin, post-AHA). The only «acts immediately upon application» notice to calm retinoid irritation is a strong signal. Non-acid alternative to exfoliation for reactive profiles. 1 review insufficient for overall conclusion».»
Verdict: TOP targeted use - Rating 5/5 (1 review). Anti-aging 79.9. Confirmed and immediate post-retinoin/AHA use. Normal to dry skin 91. 1 review - insufficient basis.
BeautyDecoded user reviews (1 review in total)
5.0/5 «Love it - top of the line for soothing my skin irritated by tretinoin or AHAs. Works immediately upon application. I always keep some in my beauty kit.»
Note on BeautyDecoded reviews: the ratings and review excerpts displayed on this page come from users of the BeautyDecoded application. These reviews are not verified. Publication dates and review details are available on each product sheet.
Neck Elasticity Catalyst Serum (NEC) - Neck and Tech Neck
3.00/5 - 1 BeautyDecoded review | Price: ~65 € / 100 ml (niod.com)
Main assets : Specific neck elasticity complex + tensor peptides
BeautyDecoded algorithmic scores
| Profile / Issues | BD score |
| Dry skin | 80.5 |
| Oily skin | 84.0 |
| Normal to dry skin | 87.5 |
| Normal to oily skin | 91.0 |
| Sensitive skin | 0.0 |
| Anti-aging | 50.1 |
| Imperfections | 0.0 |
| Redness | 14.4 |
| Stains | 6.8 |
Verdict Sensitivity (Dr David rule) : Suitable for sensitive skin (score : 0)
Expert deciphering
Serum targeting loss of neck elasticity and «tech neck» (horizontal wrinkles linked to chronic cervical flexion). Normal to oily skin score: 91 and normal to dry skin score: 87.5 - suitable profile. Sensitive skin score: 0 - well adapted. Anti-ageing score: 50.15 - moderate for an «elasticity» treatment. Score 3/5 out of 1 review - red flag.
Tech neck is an emerging dermatological issue, documented since 2015 in the literature (Park S et al., J Dermatol, 2020). There is a real demand for actives specifically targeting cervical skin - as neck skin is thinner and has fewer sebaceous glands than the face, it ages differently.
The only BeautyDecoded review (3/5) is lapidary: «very sticky cream-ointment for the neck, I didn't see any noticeable effect on firmness or the famous tech neck». This signal - sticky texture + lack of perceived effect - on 1 single review does not allow any definitive verdict. Moderate anti-aging score 50.15 for the asking price.
My analysis
«The NEC is the least well-documented and lowest-rated product in the NIOD catalog in BeautyDecoded (3/5, 1 review). Sticky texture and lack of effect on firmness reported. Moderate anti-aging score 50.15. 1 review insufficient to conclude. Sensitive skin 0 and profile 80-91 are algorithmically correct.»
Verdict: Insufficient data - Rating 3/5 (1 review). Sticky texture and lack of effect reported. Anti-ageing 50.15. Sensitive skin 0. 1 review: no verdict possible.
BeautyDecoded user reviews (1 review in total)
3.0/5 «Bof - very sticky cream ointment for the neck. I haven't seen any noticeable effect on firmness or the famous tech neck.»
Note on BeautyDecoded reviews: the ratings and review excerpts displayed on this page come from users of the BeautyDecoded application. These reviews are not verified. Publication dates and review details are available on each product sheet.
NIOD vs The Ordinary vs premium alternatives - where does the brand stand?
| Brand | Average price | BD data | Key positioning |
| NIOD (Canada) | 27-65 € | 6 products, 20 reviews | Multidimensional formulas - high concentrations - no direct acids |
| The Ordinary | 5-15 € | Numerous products | Basic active ingredients in documented concentrations - maximum Q/P ratio |
| Paula's Choice | 30-50 € | Numerous products | BHA, niacinamide, vitamin C - independent clinical studies |
| Drunk Elephant | 45-90 € | Some products | Clean formulas - documented assets - no suspects six« |
| Filorga (France) | 35-70 € | Numerous products | NCTF 135 HA - aesthetic medicine - solid clinical data |
NIOD is uniquely positioned: more ambitious than The Ordinary in terms of complex active ingredients (peptides, vectorization), but without the published independent clinical studies that validate marquess like Paula's Choice or Filorga. It's a brand for skincare science enthusiasts who understand ingredients and accept a level of proof of efficacy higher than standard cosmetics but lower than dermatological medicine.
Is NIOD right for you? - the most suitable profiles
| Profile | NIOD interest | Recommended product |
| Serious anti-aging for mature skin | Strong - CAIS (anti-aging 88.4) + FECC (anti-aging 85) + Survival 0 | CAIS + Survival 0 in synergy |
| Skin that cannot tolerate pure vitamin C | Fort - Survival 0 as an alternative antioxidant | Survival 0 (rating 5/5, review confirmed) |
| Irritated skin post-retinol / post-AHA | Strong - MG soothes immediately | Modulating Glucosides MG |
| Universal anti-aging for sensitive skin | Strong - CAIS (sensitive skin 0) + MMHC2 (moisturizing) | CAIS + MMHC2 as basic routine |
| Limited budget + efficiency | Low - The Ordinary covers basic assets at reduced prices | Survival 0 (€27) is the only budget-friendly NIOD. |
| Acne + active blemishes | Low - narrow range of imperfections | Prefer SVR Sébiaclear, Paula's Choice BHA |
Frequently asked questions - NIOD advice
Is NIOD better than The Ordinary?
That's the wrong question. NIOD and The Ordinary are two marquess from the same group (DECIEM) with complementary philosophies. The Ordinary offers basic assets with documented concentrations and minimum prices - relevant for testing verified assets. NIOD offers complex multidimensional formulas with cutting-edge actives (high-concentration copper peptides, drone vectorization) at premium prices. BeautyDecoded data on 6 NIOD products confirm very high algorithmic scores (anti-aging 79-88 on flagship serums) with user reviews generally consistent with expected mechanisms of action.
Is CAIS Copper Amino Isolate Serum worth the price?
The 5 BeautyDecoded reviews (4.80/5) are among the most clinically accurate in the entire NIOD database: accelerated healing of acne marks, reduced skin reactivity, immediate anti-inflammatory effect. These effects are consistent with GHK-Cu's documented mechanisms of action (Pickart L et al., Rejuvenation Res, 2015). At €57 for 15 ml, the price differential vs. The Ordinary Multi-Peptide + Copper Peptides (~€15) is justified by the GHK-Cu concentration (estimated at 1%+ vs. 0.01% in The Ordinary version).
What's the difference between NIOD CAIS and The Ordinary Buffet + Copper Peptides?
Three main differences. First, concentration: NIOD CAIS contains GHK-Cu and GHK in a 1:1 ratio at concentrations significantly higher than The Ordinary formulas. Secondly, galenics: CAIS is a light liquid formula (BeautyDecoded advice: «penetrates immediately») vs. the more gelatinous Buffet. Thirdly, complexity: CAIS contains isolated amino acids in addition to copper peptides. The price difference (€57 vs €15) mainly reflects the cost of GHK-Cu raw materials.
Is NIOD suitable for sensitive skin?
Overall, yes. 5 out of 6 products have a positive or zero sensitive skin score in BeautyDecoded. CAIS (0), Survival 0 (+0.25) and NEC (0) are perfectly adapted. FECC (-0.25) and MG (-0.25) are slightly cautious. Only MMHC2 (-1.0) requires slight caution. The NIOD philosophy of «no alcohol, no silicone, no oil, no direct acids» is intrinsically favorable to sensitive skin. CAIS is particularly well-suited for its anti-inflammatory effects, which have been confirmed in reviews.
Where to buy NIOD in France
On the official niod.com website (delivery from Canada, free shipping from €25). Also available on BeautyBay (UK), Lookfantastic, and in physical Deciem boutiques in France (Galeries Lafayette Champs-Élysées, La Samaritaine). The «Slowvember» period (November) offers 23% discount on all DECIEM products - the best opportunity to test NIOD at a reduced price.
What is the BeautyDecoded application?
BeautyDecoded uses artificial intelligence to help you choose the right cosmetics for your skin type. The application analyzes INCI formulations and generates compatibility scores for 80 skin types. 6 NIOD products are referenced in the database with 20 user reviews in total - a solid volume of data for a niche premium brand. It does not constitute a medical consultation.
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Information for educational purposes only. This information does not replace a medical consultation. Dr Sylvain David, Plastic Surgeon, Researcher and Youtuber.
