iUNIK skincare
iUNIK is a Korean skincare brand founded in 2016 and owned by Goodai Global Inc. since 2024.
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Skincare enthusiasts love iUNIK for its thoughtful range of moisturizers, serums, sunscreens, and makeup removers, all grounded in gentle yet effective formulas. Its products suit acne-prone skin and oily acne-prone skin best, helping to soothe and balance complex complexions. For specific concerns, the standout products include the Centella Calming Gel Cream for acne-prone skin, the Beta-Glucan Daily Moisture Cream for skin with dark spots, and the Calendula Complete Cleansing Oil for mature skin. Through these carefully crafted solutions, the brand delivers reliable daily care that respects the skin barrier.
This page covers some of the most popular iUNIK products; for the whole iUNIK range, with a fit score for every product, use the Lovi app.
People Say
★4.6Overall rating based on 14.6k+ reviewsReviewers most often praise iUNIK for lightweight texture, effective hydration, and soothing sensitive skin. The most common complaints are insufficient hydration for dry skin and stickiness or shine.
Highlights
Non-sticky and fast-absorbing moisturizers Mostly Mentioned
- “Texture is literally gel without any color... lightweight — Centella Calming Gel Cream”
- “Sinks in the skin quite well — Beta-Glucan Daily Moisture Cream”
- “Skin drinks it right up — Centella Calming Gel Cream”
Soothing and calming moisturizers Mostly Mentioned
- “Calms redness instantly — Beta-Glucan Power Moisture Serum”
- “Zaps inflammation dramatically — Centella Calming Gel Cream”
- “Great for post-breakout healing — Beta-Glucan Daily Moisture Cream”
Intense hydration Often Mentioned
- “Deep lasting hydration — Beta-Glucan Power Moisture Serum”
- “Leaves my face soft and plump — Beta-Glucan Daily Moisture Cream”
Good under makeup Sometimes Noted
- “Makeup stays on with no dry patches — Beta-Glucan Daily Moisture Cream”
- “acts as primer — Centella Calming Daily Sunscreen”
Not moisturizing enough Often Mentioned
- “Leaves my skin dry afterwards — Centella Calming Gel Cream”
- “Skin feels dry again after 10 minutes — Beta-Glucan Daily Moisture Cream”
- “Too light for dry skin — Tea Tree Relief Serum”
Caused breakouts Sometimes Noted
- “Broke me out — Beta-Glucan Power Moisture Serum”
- “It irritated [my acne] which is weird — Centella Calming Gel Cream”
- “Caused breakouts without hydration — Beta-Glucan Daily Moisture Cream”
Scent and essential oils Sometimes Noted
- “peculiar smell — Calendula Complete Cleansing Oil”
- “Fragrance is a little strong — Centella Calming Gel Cream”
- “smells like grass — Centella Calming Daily Sunscreen”
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Questions and answers
Is iUNIK good for oily skin?
Yes, iUNIK is good for oily skin, as Lovi rates the brand-focused routines High for oily skin. The iUNIK products on this page list no fragrance in their ingredients.
Is iUNIK worth it?
iUNIK is worth considering for dry skin, as Lovi rates the brand-focused routines High for dry skin. Reviewers frequently mention that the moisturizers provide intense hydration and absorb quickly without feeling sticky.
What are iUNIK's best products?
iUNIK products that fit best across multiple skin types include the Centella Calming Gel Cream, Calendula Complete Cleansing Oil, and Beta-Glucan Power Moisture Serum. Lovi rates the brand highest for acne-prone skin, oily acne-prone skin, and dry skin.
Which iUNIK moisturizer is best for dry skin?
The Centella Calming Gel Cream is the best moisturizer for dry skin, followed by the Beta-Glucan Daily Moisture Cream and the Beta-Glucan Power Moisture Serum. Lovi rates the Centella Calming Gel Cream as Superior for dry skin, and both the Beta-Glucan Daily Moisture Cream and the Beta-Glucan Power Moisture Serum as High.
Does iUNIK cause breakouts?
Reviewers sometimes note that iUNIK products may cause breakouts, although the iUNIK products on this page generally have a High fit for acne-prone skin.
Is iUNIK fragrance-free?
Yes, the iUNIK products on this page list no fragrance in their ingredients.
What are the key ingredients in iUNIK products?
iUNIK products feature key ingredients such as Centella asiatica for soothing properties, tea tree extract to help calm troubled skin, and beta-glucan to deliver intense hydration. Additionally, niacinamide helps brighten dark spots, while natural oils like sunflower seed oil support the skin barrier.
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How do I build a iUNIK skincare routine?
To build an iUNIK routine for dry skin, start your morning with a cleanser, apply the Centella Calming Gel Cream as a moisturizer, and finish with the Centella Calming Daily Sunscreen. In the evening, use the Calendula Complete Cleansing Oil as a pre-cleanser followed by a cleanser, a cleansing toner, the Tea Tree Relief Serum, and the Centella Calming Gel Cream. Once a week, add the pre-cleanser, cleanser, enzyme powder, nourishing mask, serum, and moisturizer to your routine.
Where can I buy iUNIK, and how much does it cost?
You can buy iUNIK on Lovi, where the products on this page are priced between AED 36.00 and AED 55.00.
What are good alternatives to iUNIK?
Good alternatives to iUNIK with pages on Lovi include SKIN1004, Anua, Medicube, Beauty of Joseon, COSRX, and Dr. Althea.
iUNIK vs SKIN1004: which is better?
Neither brand is universally better than the other because their fit varies by skin type, though Lovi rates iUNIK High for dry, oily, sensitive, combination, and acne-prone skin. For sensitive skin specifically, Lovi rates SKIN1004 Superior and iUNIK High.
Who owns iUNIK, and where is it from?
iUNIK is a Korean brand founded in 2016, owned by Goodai Global Inc. since 2024.
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Is iUNIK cruelty-free?
PETA, Leaping Bunny, and Cruelty Free International, the registries Lovi checks, do not list iUNIK as cruelty-free.
Is iUNIK good for dry skin?
Yes, iUNIK is good for dry skin because Lovi rates the brand-focused routine High for dry skin. Reviewers often mention its intense hydration, and the iUNIK products on this page list no fragrance.
Which iUNIK sunscreen is best for sensitive skin?
The iUNIK sunscreen for sensitive skin on this page is the Centella Calming Daily Sunscreen. Lovi rates this sunscreen Average for sensitive skin.
Is iUNIK good for sensitive skin?
Yes, iUNIK is good for sensitive skin because Lovi rates the brand-focused routine High for sensitive skin and the iUNIK products on this page list no fragrance in their ingredients.
Is iUNIK good for acne-prone skin?
Yes, iUNIK is good for acne-prone skin, as Lovi rates the brand-focused routine Superior for this skin type. Reviewers mostly mention that its moisturizers are non-sticky, fast-absorbing, and soothing, though some note occasional breakouts.
Is iUNIK good for skin with dark spots?
Yes, iUNIK offers several options for skin with dark spots, and Lovi rates the Centella Calming Gel Cream High for this skin type. Niacinamide, an ingredient found in iUNIK products on this page, helps reduce cutaneous pigmentation.
Is iUNIK good for mature skin?
Yes, iUNIK is good for mature skin. Lovi rates the Beta-Glucan Power Moisture Serum, Centella Calming Gel Cream, and Beta-Glucan Daily Moisture Cream High for mature skin.
Research behind iUNIK's key ingredients
The effect of niacinamide on reducing cutaneous pigmentation and suppression of melanosome transfer
Bifidobacterium longum lysate, a new ingredient for reactive skin
Behind these ratings
Lovi rates every product from its 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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Dr. Sofía Perea Pérez, MD, MSc
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Elina Nazarenko, MD
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Victoria Derkova, MS
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