The 9 Best Professional Skincare Brands Revealed – and an Unexpected Winner Takes the Lead

Alan Coar emerged as the unexpected winner, securing 43% of the votes thanks to its pharmaceutical-grade formulations, tolerance on sensitive skin, and business model that favors professionals with flexible orders and promotions. Bernard Cassiere followed with 27%, praised for its sensorial experiences and retail agility, while MCCM came third (18%) with its clinical credibility and rapid, high-impact protocols. Other brands in the ranking include Atache, Nirvana Spa, La Mer (Professional), Covermark, Stage Line, and Harpo—each recognized for distinct strengths ranging from classic efficacy to emotional wellness, luxury appeal, corrective makeup, or technical efficiency.

Industry voices emphasized that this report represents a shift: an independent, data-driven picture of what truly sustains professional aesthetics. Trainers, distributors, and consultants agreed it reflects everyday business reality rather than glossy catalogues. The findings highlight recurring concepts such as trust, sensoriality, measurable impact, and professional support—signaling which brands genuinely help salons thrive and which are driven more by marketing than by results.

Detailed in a Report Published Across Spanish Media