SKINFOOD skincare
SKINFOOD is a Korean skincare brand founded in 2004 and owned by Goodai Global Inc. since 2025.
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SKINFOOD is loved for its nourishing masks, targeted serums, rich moisturizers, and soothing toners, all crafted from wholesome formulas. Its products suit oily skin and acne-prone skin best. For specific concerns, the standout products are the Royal Honey Propolis Enrich Essence for acne-prone skin, the Black Sugar Perfect Essential Scrub 2X for skin with dark spots, and the Carrot Carotene Calming Water Pad for mature skin. Its carefully selected ingredients work harmoniously to support a balanced complexion.
This page covers some of the most popular SKINFOOD products; for the whole SKINFOOD range, with a fit score for every product, use the Lovi app.
People Say
★4.6Overall rating based on 26.8k+ reviewsReviewers most often praise SKINFOOD for gentle exfoliation, soothing redness, and providing deep hydration. The most common complaints are a sticky finish and difficulty with physical particles or insufficient moisture.
Highlights
Softening and brightening masks Mostly Mentioned
- “skin feels like baby butt — Rice Mask Wash Off”
- “Leaves my skin feeling refreshed and hydrated without any stickiness. — Carrot Carotene Daily Mask”
- “gives an incredible glow — Rice Mask Wash Off”
Product effectiveness issues Mostly Mentioned
- “rice chunks are hard to get off — Rice Mask Wash Off”
- “pricier than other brands — Carrot Carotene Calming Water Pad”
- “hard to peel apart — Carrot Carotene Calming Water Pad”
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Questions and answers
Is SKINFOOD good for oily skin?
Yes, SKINFOOD is good for oily skin because Lovi rates the brand-focused routine Superior for it. The SKINFOOD products on this page list no fragrance in their ingredients.
Is SKINFOOD worth it?
SKINFOOD is worth it for shoppers looking for effective, fragrance-free care, as Lovi rates its routines High to Superior for most skin types. Reviewers frequently mention that the masks leave skin soft and bright, though some note product effectiveness issues.
What are SKINFOOD's best products?
SKINFOOD's best products are the Royal Honey Propolis Enrich Essence for dry and acne-prone skin, the Black Sugar Perfect Essential Scrub 2X for mature skin, and the Carrot Carotene Calming Water Pad for dry and sensitive skin. Lovi rates the brand's routines for oily and acne-prone skin as Superior. Reviewers mostly mention that the masks are softening and brightening.
Which SKINFOOD moisturizer is best for dry skin?
The best SKINFOOD moisturizer for dry skin is the Royal Honey Propolis Enrich Essence, with the Carrot Carotene Relief Cream offering an average fit. Lovi rates the routine for dry skin High.
Does SKINFOOD cause breakouts?
SKINFOOD is unlikely to cause breakouts for most people since the SKINFOOD products on this page are fragrance-free and the brand fits acne-prone skin well with a Superior level routine. However, reviews note occasional product effectiveness issues, and specific items like the Rice Mask Wash Off receive a Caution rating for oily acne-prone skin.
Is SKINFOOD fragrance-free?
Yes, the SKINFOOD products on this page list no fragrance in their ingredients. Reviewers frequently mention softening and brightening effects from the masks, while also noting some product effectiveness issues.
What are the key ingredients in SKINFOOD products?
SKINFOOD products feature key ingredients such as carrot extract, black sugar, yuja, honey, and propolis. These ingredients help provide hydration, calming effects, and gentle exfoliation for the skin.
How do I build a SKINFOOD skincare routine?
To build a SKINFOOD routine for dry skin, start your morning with a hydrating cleanser, the Royal Honey Propolis Enrich Essence moisturizer, and a sunscreen. In the evening, use a pre-cleanser, cleanser, cleansing toner, Black Sugar Perfect Essential Scrub 2X, and the Royal Honey Propolis Enrich Essence moisturizer. Once a week, add an enzyme powder and the Rice Mask Wash Off to this evening routine.
Where can I buy SKINFOOD, and how much does it cost?
SKINFOOD products on this page are available from stores in the United Arab Emirates. Prices range from AED 70.00 to AED 164.81, with most items costing between AED 88.98 and AED 115.31.
What are good alternatives to SKINFOOD?
Good alternatives to SKINFOOD include SKIN1004, Anua, Medicube, Beauty of Joseon, COSRX, and Dr. Althea, which all have dedicated pages on Lovi. These similar skincare brands offer alternative options for building your daily routine.
SKINFOOD vs SKIN1004: which is better?
SKINFOOD rates Superior for oily skin and acne-prone skin, while SKIN1004 rates Superior for sensitive skin. Both brands tie at High for dry skin, but SKIN1004 rates higher for sensitive skin.
Who owns SKINFOOD, and where is it from?
SKINFOOD is a Korean brand founded in 2004, owned by Goodai Global Inc. since 2025.
koreaherald.comgoodai-global.compitchbook.combeautymatter.com
Is SKINFOOD cruelty-free?
PETA, Leaping Bunny, and Cruelty Free International, the registries Lovi checks, do not list SKINFOOD as cruelty-free.
Is SKINFOOD good for dry skin?
Yes, SKINFOOD is good for dry skin, and Lovi rates the SKINFOOD-focused routine High for dry skin. The products on this page list no fragrance.
Is SKINFOOD good for sensitive skin?
Lovi rates SKINFOOD High for sensitive skin, and reviewers frequently mention that its masks leave skin soft and bright. The SKINFOOD products on this page list no fragrance in their ingredients, which helps lower the chance of irritation.
Is SKINFOOD good for acne-prone skin?
Yes, SKINFOOD is good for acne-prone skin, as Lovi rates the brand-focused routine Superior for this skin type. The Royal Honey Propolis Enrich Essence helps calm skin, and propolis extract is supported in reducing acne-prone concerns.
Is SKINFOOD good for skin with dark spots?
SKINFOOD features several products for skin with dark spots, and Lovi rates the Carrot Carotene Calming Water Pad and Black Sugar Perfect Essential Scrub 2X High for this concern. Niacinamide helps reduce cutaneous pigmentation and suppress melanosome transfer.
Is SKINFOOD good for mature skin?
SKINFOOD is good for mature skin, with Lovi rating the brand-focused routine High for dry skin and the Black Sugar Perfect Essential Scrub 2X rating Superior for mature skin. Reviewers most often mention softening and brightening effects from the masks, though some note product effectiveness issues.
Research behind SKINFOOD's key ingredients
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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