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Biore vs KORRES

Rated by Lovi · Unbiased, science-based skincare AI trained on real user outcomes · How the Fit score works

Biore and KORRES are two distinct skincare lines known for distinct botanical and clarifying formulas. Biore offers thoughtful sunscreens, cleansers, masks, and makeup removers that suit sensitive and oily skin best, while the brand is beloved for its gentle and clarifying formulations. In contrast, KORRES features thoughtfully crafted moisturizers and cleansers that suit sensitive and dry skin best, owing to the gentle and nourishing nature of its botanical ingredients. Through these carefully selected offerings, both lines work steadily to deliver reliable daily care for a balanced and healthy complexion.

Biore is a Japanese skincare brand founded in 1980 and owned by Kao Corporation.

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This page compares some of the most popular Biore and KORRES products; for every product of both brands, with a fit score for your own skin, use the Lovi app.

Popular Biore vs KORRES products

People Say

BioreKORRES
  • Texture and Weight Often MentionedMostly Mentioned
    • “feels like velvet — KORRES Velvet Skin Drink”
    • “absorbs instantly — KORRES Santorini Grape Poreless Skin Cream”
    • “Luxurious foam — KORRES Foaming Cream Cleanser”
    • “melts into skin — Biore UV Aqua Rich”
  • Cleansing and Debris Removal Mostly MentionedNot noted
    • “Gets the gunk out — Biore Deep Cleansing Pore Strips”
    • “Face feels squeaky clean — Biore Deep Pore Charcoal Cleanser”
    • “No greasy film, leaves skin fresh, rinses easily. — Biore Makeup Remover Perfect Oil”
  • Non-Stripping Formula Sometimes NotedOften Mentioned
    • “Leaves skin soft — KORRES Foaming Cream Cleanser”
    • “leaves face soft and smooth — KORRES Greek Yoghurt Foaming Cream Cleanser”
    • “Leaves skin soft, doesn't dry out face. — Biore Makeup Remover Perfect Oil”
  • Appearance and Finish Often MentionedOften Mentioned
    • “transparent finish — Biore UV Aqua Rich”
    • “primer-like — Biore UV Aqua Rich”
    • “skin feels baby soft — KORRES Santorini Grape Poreless Skin Cream”
    • “gives a no-shine glow — KORRES Velvet Skin Drink”
  • Makeup Removal Sometimes NotedOften Mentioned
    • “Removes waterproof mascara, eyeliner, foundation. — Biore Makeup Remover Perfect Oil”
    • “removes liquid eyeliner — KORRES Greek Yoghurt Foaming Cream Cleanser”
    • “Melts away makeup — KORRES Foaming Cream Cleanser”
  • Oil Control Sometimes NotedSometimes Noted
    • “Keeps shine away — Biore Deep Pore Charcoal Cleanser”
    • “kept me matte all day — KORRES Santorini Grape Poreless Skin Cream”
  • Scent and Fragrance Often MentionedOften Mentioned
    • “smells like alcohol — Biore UV Aqua Rich”
    • “strong citrus smell — Biore UV Aqua Rich”
    • “smells like babies — KORRES Greek Yoghurt Foaming Cream Cleanser”
    • “smell is too strong — KORRES Velvet Skin Drink”
  • Skin Irritation Often MentionedRarely Noted
    • “burns sensitive skin — KORRES Bounce Firming Moisturizer”
    • “Nose was irritated — Biore Deep Cleansing Pore Strips”
  • Price Point Not notedOften Mentioned
    • “jar is very small — KORRES Santorini Grape Poreless Skin Cream”

Biore vs KORRES routines for dry skin

Buy KORRES routine · AED 565.03 · 94% fitBuy Biore routine · AED 483.12 · 83% fitSee multi-brand routine · 96% fit

Biore vs KORRES routines for oily skin

Buy KORRES routine · AED 1,042.96 · 93% fitBuy Biore routine · AED 822.19 · 89% fitSee multi-brand routine · 97% fit

Biore vs KORRES routines for combination skin

Buy KORRES routine · AED 897.32 · 94% fitBuy Biore routine · AED 803.83 · 89% fitSee multi-brand routine · 96% fit

Questions and answers

Biore or KORRES: which is better?

When choosing between Biore and KORRES, KORRES may be better for texture, weight, and non-stripping formulas, whereas Biore offers better price points and cleansing for the products on this page. Reviewers note that every Biore product lists no fragrance, while KORRES products often receive scent complaints.

What is the difference between Biore and KORRES?

Biore offers fragrance-free products on this page and does better for cleansing and debris removal, while KORRES provides more non-stripping formulas and a superior routine fit across skin types. KORRES products on this page list fragrance, whereas Biore products on this page list no fragrance.

Biore or KORRES for dry skin?

For dry skin, KORRES achieves a Superior routine fit on this page, while Biore achieves a High routine fit. Every product on the Biore page lists no fragrance, whereas KORRES features fragrance in all five of its page products.

Biore or KORRES: which cleanser is better?

When comparing cleansers, Biore provides better cleansing and debris removal, while KORRES offers a more non-stripping formula. Every product on the Biore page lists no fragrance, whereas none of the KORRES products on this page list being fragrance-free.

Which is more affordable, Biore or KORRES?

Biore is more affordable than KORRES, as KORRES often receives high price and value concerns from reviewers.

Do Biore and KORRES products contain fragrance?

Every Biore product on this page lists no fragrance in its ingredients, whereas all KORRES products on this page include fragrance.

Which brand is better for makeup removal, Biore or KORRES?

Biore and KORRES are equal for makeup removal. Reviewers mention that KORRES offers effective makeup-removing cleansers, while Biore features the Makeup Remover Perfect Oil on this page.

Biore or KORRES for oily skin?

For oily skin, both Biore and KORRES achieve a Superior routine fit level, though Biore does better for cleansing and debris removal while KORRES does better for texture and weight. Every product on the Biore page lists no fragrance in its ingredients, whereas all KORRES products on the page include fragrance.

Biore or KORRES for sensitive skin?

Both Biore and KORRES are great options for sensitive skin, as Lovi rates both brands as having a Superior routine fit for this skin type. Biore has the advantage of offering fragrance-free products on this page, whereas KORRES products on this page all list fragrance in their ingredients.

Biore or KORRES for acne-prone skin?

For acne-prone skin, KORRES achieves a Superior routine fit while Biore reaches a High fit on this page. Reviewers note that the products on this page for KORRES feature gentle and non-stripping cleansers along with hydrating and velvety moisturizers.

Biore or KORRES for combination skin?

For combination skin, both Biore and KORRES offer products on this page that achieve a High routine fit level. Biore provides fragrance-free options across the products on this page, whereas KORRES features cleansers and moisturizers noted for being gentle and hydrating.

Research behind their key ingredients

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.

  • Nadia Kapleva, MS

    Nadia Kapleva, MS

    Co-founder, Medical Director

    Cosmetic chemist, cosmetologist, aesthetic products developer

  • Alexey Shagraev, PhD

    Alexey Shagraev, PhD

    Co-founder, CEO and CTO

    PhD in computer science, 3x US patent holder, ex-Google, ex-Yandex

  • Dr. Sofía Perea Pérez, MD, MSc

    Dr. Sofía Perea Pérez, MD, MSc

    Medical Board

    Aesthetic medicine practitioner, MSc in Longevity and Anti-Aging Medicine

  • Aishani Shah, MD

    Aishani Shah, MD

    Medical Board

    Specialist dermatologist, MBBS, MD, IFAAD

  • Asya Zubkova, MS

    Asya Zubkova, MS

    Medical Board

    Cosmetic chemist, SCS, IFSCC member

  • Hanna Kurets, MD

    Hanna Kurets, MD

    Medical Board, Medical Advisor

    Dermatology MD

  • Elina Nazarenko, MD

    Elina Nazarenko, MD

    Medical Board

    Dermatology and diagnostic consultant

  • Victoria Derkova, MS

    Victoria Derkova, MS

    Medical Board

    Cosmetic chemist, cosmetic development technologist

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