Biore vs Augustinus Bader
Biore and Augustinus Bader are Japanese and German skincare brands founded in 1980 and 2018, respectively. The former is beloved for its thoughtful sunscreens, cleansers, masks, and makeup removers, while the latter is loved for its nourishing moisturizers, targeted serums, and soothing eye products. The first brand suits sensitive skin and oily skin best, featuring standout choices like the UV Aqua Rich for acne-prone skin, the Makeup Remover Perfect Oil for skin with dark spots, and the Deep Pore Charcoal Cleanser for mature skin, whereas the second brand suits dry skin and dry sensitive skin best, offering options including The Serum, The Eye Cream, and The Rich Cream. They differ because both rely on distinct formulas and compositions to support a balanced, refreshed, or graceful complexion.
Biore is a Japanese skincare brand founded in 1980 and owned by Kao Corporation.
Augustinus Bader is a German skincare brand founded in 2018.
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This page compares some of the most popular Biore and Augustinus Bader products; for every product of both brands, with a fit score for your own skin, use the Lovi app.
Popular Biore vs Augustinus Bader products
People Say
Hydration and dewy glow Sometimes NotedMostly Mentioned
- “Instantly hydrated — Augustinus Bader The Face Oil”
- “Extremely dry skin saved — Augustinus Bader The Rich Cream”
- “skin is smoother — Augustinus Bader The Cream”
- “feels like a moisturizer — Biore UV Aqua Rich”
Lightweight texture and absorption Often MentionedMostly Mentioned
- “light but nourishing — Augustinus Bader The Cream”
- “sinks in instantly — Augustinus Bader The Serum”
- “light gel texture — Augustinus Bader The Eye Cream”
- “melts into skin — Biore UV Aqua Rich”
Immediate and visible results Often MentionedSometimes Noted
- “Satisfying to see results — Biore Deep Cleansing Pore Strips”
- “Helped clear my blackheads — Biore Deep Pore Charcoal Cleanser”
- “Instant youthful glow — Augustinus Bader The Rich Cream”
Deep cleaning and debris removal Mostly MentionedNot noted
- “Gets the gunk out — Biore Deep Cleansing Pore Strips”
- “Face feels squeaky clean — Biore Deep Pore Charcoal Cleanser”
Skin texture improvement Sometimes NotedOften Mentioned
- “Softens fine lines — Augustinus Bader The Rich Cream”
- “skin felt noticeably firmer — Augustinus Bader The Serum”
- “Smoother skin — Augustinus Bader The Face Oil”
- “Leaves skin feeling clean — Biore Deep Cleansing Pore Strips”
Ease of use and application Often MentionedNot noted
- “Minimal effort required — Biore Deep Cleansing Pore Strips”
- “Works in shower, effective on wet hands/face. — Biore Makeup Remover Perfect Oil”
High price and exorbitant cost Not notedMostly Mentioned
Skin irritation and eye discomfort Mostly MentionedRarely Noted
- “caused small bumps — Augustinus Bader The Eye Cream”
- “stings eyes — Biore UV Aqua Rich”
Alcohol scent and fragrance issues Often MentionedSometimes Noted
- “Smells like old crayons — Augustinus Bader The Rich Cream”
- “Smells like vegetable oil — Augustinus Bader The Face Oil”
- “smells like alcohol — Biore UV Aqua Rich”
Breakouts and acne Sometimes NotedSometimes Noted
- “caused cystic acne — Biore UV Aqua Rich”
- “Caused breakouts, closed comedones, cystic acne. — Biore Makeup Remover Perfect Oil”
- “Caused cystic acne — Augustinus Bader The Rich Cream”
Pump and packaging issues Not notedOften Mentioned
- “excessive packaging — Augustinus Bader The Serum”
Biore vs Augustinus Bader routines for dry skin
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Cleanser
CeraVe Hydrating Facial Cleanser
Morning · Evening · Once a week
AED 32.95
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Moisturizer
The Rich Cream
Morning · Evening · Once a week
AED 577.96
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SPF
Dr.G Green Mild Up Sun+
Morning
AED 81.00
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Pre-Cleanser
MISSHA Ultra Hyalon Cleansing Cream
Evening · Once a week
AED 35.29
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Cleansing Toner
ROUND LAB 1025 Dokdo Cleansing Water
Evening
AED 38.99
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Serum or Treatment
The Serum
Evening · Once a week
AED 1,348.00
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Enzyme Powder
VT Cica Mild Powder Wash
Once a week
AED 47.62
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Nourishing Mask
Mediheal Watermide Essential Mask
Once a week
AED 65.00
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Cleanser
CeraVe Hydrating Facial Cleanser
Morning · Evening · Once a week
AED 32.95
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Moisturizer
SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Probio-Cica Enrich Cream
Morning · Evening · Once a week
AED 34.80
- SPF UV Aqua Rich Morning
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Pre-Cleanser
Makeup Remover Perfect Oil
Evening · Once a week
AED 95.00
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Cleansing Toner
ROUND LAB 1025 Dokdo Cleansing Water
Evening
AED 38.99
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Serum or Treatment
Peach & Lily Glass Skin Refining Serum
Evening · Once a week
AED 168.76
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Enzyme Powder
VT Cica Mild Powder Wash
Once a week
AED 47.62
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Nourishing Mask
Mediheal Watermide Essential Mask
Once a week
AED 65.00
Buy Augustinus Bader routine · AED 2,226.81 · 95% fit
Buy Biore routine · AED 483.12 · 83% fitSee multi-brand routine · 96% fit
Biore vs Augustinus Bader routines for oily skin
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Cleanser
CeraVe Foaming Facial Cleanser
Morning · Evening · Once a week
AED 49.95
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Hydrating Toner
Some By Mi Snail Truecica Miracle Repair Toner
Morning · Once a week
AED 49.99
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Moisturizer
The Eye Cream
Morning · Evening · Once a week
AED 997.00
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SPF
d'Alba UVessence Mild Waterfull Sun Cream SPF 50
Morning
AED 92.70
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Pre-Cleanser
Shu Uemura Ultime8 Sublime Beauty Cleansing Oil
Evening · Once a week
AED 179.45
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Cleansing Toner
Pixi Glow Tonic
Evening
AED 120.00
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Serum or Treatment
The Serum
Evening · Once a week
AED 1,348.00
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Enzyme Powder
Dermalogica Daily Microfoliant
Once a week
AED 101.09
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Cleansing Mask
Revision Skincare Black Mask
Once a week
AED 204.00
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Cleanser
CeraVe Foaming Facial Cleanser
Morning · Evening · Once a week
AED 49.95
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Hydrating Toner
Some By Mi Snail Truecica Miracle Repair Toner
Morning · Once a week
AED 49.99
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Moisturizer
COSRX Oil-Free Ultra-Moisturizing Lotion (with Birch Sap)
Morning · Evening · Once a week
AED 33.40
- SPF UV Aqua Rich Morning
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Pre-Cleanser
Makeup Remover Perfect Oil
Evening · Once a week
AED 95.00
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Cleansing Toner
Pixi Glow Tonic
Evening
AED 120.00
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Serum or Treatment
Peach & Lily Glass Skin Refining Serum
Evening · Once a week
AED 168.76
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Enzyme Powder
Dermalogica Daily Microfoliant
Once a week
AED 101.09
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Cleansing Mask
Revision Skincare Black Mask
Once a week
AED 204.00
Buy Augustinus Bader routine · AED 3,142.18 · 92% fit
Buy Biore routine · AED 822.19 · 89% fitSee multi-brand routine · 97% fit
Biore vs Augustinus Bader routines for combination skin
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Cleanser
Fresh Soy Face Cleanser
Morning · Evening · Once a week
AED 84.53
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Hydrating Toner
Paula's Choice Skin Balancing Pore-Reducing Toner
Morning · Once a week
AED 145.00
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Moisturizer
The Eye Cream
Morning · Evening · Once a week
AED 997.00
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Pre-Cleanser
Shu Uemura Ultime8 Sublime Beauty Cleansing Oil
Evening · Once a week
AED 179.45
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Cleansing Toner
Medicube Zero Pore Pad 2.0
Evening
AED 53.12
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Serum or Treatment
The Serum
Evening · Once a week
AED 1,348.00
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Enzyme Powder
Dermalogica Daily Microfoliant
Once a week
AED 101.09
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Cleansing Mask
KORA Organics Turmeric Brightening & Exfoliating Mask
Once a week
AED 122.93
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Cleanser
Fresh Soy Face Cleanser
Morning · Evening · Once a week
AED 84.53
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Hydrating Toner
Paula's Choice Skin Balancing Pore-Reducing Toner
Morning · Once a week
AED 145.00
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Moisturizer
COSRX Oil-Free Ultra-Moisturizing Lotion (with Birch Sap)
Morning · Evening · Once a week
AED 33.40
- SPF UV Aqua Rich Morning
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Pre-Cleanser
Makeup Remover Perfect Oil
Evening · Once a week
AED 95.00
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Cleansing Toner
Medicube Zero Pore Pad 2.0
Evening
AED 53.12
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Serum or Treatment
Peach & Lily Glass Skin Refining Serum
Evening · Once a week
AED 168.76
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Enzyme Powder
Dermalogica Daily Microfoliant
Once a week
AED 101.09
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Cleansing Mask
KORA Organics Turmeric Brightening & Exfoliating Mask
Once a week
AED 122.93
Buy Augustinus Bader routine · AED 3,031.12 · 92% fit
Buy Biore routine · AED 803.83 · 89% fitSee multi-brand routine · 96% fit
Questions and answers
Biore or Augustinus Bader: which is better?
Augustinus Bader is rated as a Superior fit for dry skin, dry sensitive skin, and mature skin, whereas the products on this page for Biore best fit sensitive skin, oily skin, and combination skin.
What is the difference between Biore and Augustinus Bader?
Augustinus Bader focuses on dry, dry sensitive, and mature skin with high-end moisturizers like The Rich Cream, whereas Biore focuses on sensitive, oily, and combination skin with affordable options like UV Aqua Rich. Reviewers note that Augustinus Bader delivers better hydration and texture improvement, while Biore offers easier application and deep cleaning.
Biore or Augustinus Bader for dry skin?
For dry skin, Augustinus Bader gets a Superior fit from Lovi, while the products on this page for Biore have a Caution fit.
Which is more affordable, Biore or Augustinus Bader?
Biore is more affordable than Augustinus Bader. Reviewers note an extreme price for Augustinus Bader, whereas Biore products on this page list high price and exorbitant cost among their negative themes.
Which brand offers better hydration and dewy glow according to reviewers?
According to reviewers, Augustinus Bader does better for hydration and dewy glow.
How do the country of origin and corporate ownership compare between Biore and Augustinus Bader?
Biore was founded in 1980 in Japan and is owned by Kao Corporation, whereas Augustinus Bader was founded in 2018 in Germany and is independently owned.
What key ingredient is featured across Augustinus Bader products?
The key ingredient featured across Augustinus Bader products on this page is TFC8.
Biore or Augustinus Bader for oily skin?
For oily skin, Augustinus Bader achieves a Superior routine fit, whereas Biore reaches a High routine fit according to Lovi.
Biore or Augustinus Bader for sensitive skin?
For sensitive skin, both Biore and Augustinus Bader achieve a Lovi fit level of Superior. The products on this page for both brands contain no fragrance in their ingredients.
Biore or Augustinus Bader for acne-prone skin?
For acne-prone skin, Lovi rates Augustinus Bader as Superior and the products on this page for Biore as Average.
Research behind their key ingredients
Psychophysical study of the effects of topical application of menthol in healthy volunteers
Resveratrol as a Multifunctional Topical Hypopigmenting Agent
Vitamin C-squalene bioconjugate promotes epidermal thickening and collagen production in human skin
Fermented pomegranate extracts protect against oxidative stress and aging of skin
In vivo and in vitro evaluation of octyl methoxycinnamate liposomes
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.
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Co-founder, Medical Director
Cosmetic chemist, cosmetologist, aesthetic products developer
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Co-founder, CEO and CTO
PhD in computer science, 3x US patent holder, ex-Google, ex-Yandex
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Dr. Sofía Perea Pérez, MD, MSc
Medical Board
Aesthetic medicine practitioner, MSc in Longevity and Anti-Aging Medicine
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Medical Board
Specialist dermatologist, MBBS, MD, IFAAD
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Medical Board
Cosmetic chemist, SCS, IFSCC member
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Medical Board, Medical Advisor
Dermatology MD
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Elina Nazarenko, MD
Medical Board
Dermatology and diagnostic consultant
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Victoria Derkova, MS
Medical Board
Cosmetic chemist, cosmetic development technologist
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