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COSRX vs A+

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

COSRX and A+ are distinct skincare brands designed to address diverse complexions with thoughtful formulations. The Korean brand, founded in 2013 and owned by Amorepacific Group, is beloved for serums, moisturizers, cleansers, and masks using hyaluronic acid, glycerin, and niacinamide to suit oily and acne-prone skin best by balancing excess oil and soothing irritation. Conversely, the Indian brand, founded in 1990, is widely beloved for gentle moisturizers and thoughtfully calibrated formulas that suit sensitive skin best because of their mild composition. While both provide reliable daily moisture support, they differ as the former relies on active components for specific concerns like dark spots and mature skin, whereas the latter focuses on reliable daily moisture balance.

COSRX is a Korean skincare brand founded in 2013 and owned by Amorepacific Group since 2024.

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A+ is an Indian skincare brand founded in 1990.

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

Popular COSRX vs A+ products

COSRX vs A+ moisturizers

Questions and answers

COSRX or A+: which is better?

COSRX is the better choice for most shoppers, as the products on this page offer superior or high Lovi fit levels across a wide variety of skin types compared to A+. COSRX features an extensive range of serums, toners, and moisturizers with key ingredients like hyaluronic acid and niacinamide, which helps improve skin texture and hydration.

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What is the difference between COSRX and A+?

COSRX offers a wide range of products with fit levels reaching Superior for various skin types, while A+ features only one product on this page with an Average fit for sensitive, dry, and acne-prone skin.

COSRX or A+: which moisturizer is better?

COSRX offers many moisturizers with a High or Superior Lovi fit across skin types, whereas A+'s 345 Relief Cream generally has an Average or Low fit. COSRX moisturizers utilize key ingredients like hyaluronic acid and niacinamide, which help improve skin hydration and appearance.

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Which is more affordable, COSRX or A+?

The provided page facts do not mention the prices of products for either COSRX or A+, so it is not possible to determine which brand is more affordable.

Which causes fewer breakouts, COSRX or A+?

COSRX offers multiple products with a Superior or High Lovi fit for acne-prone skin, whereas A+ lists only the 345 Relief Cream which has an Average fit. The products on this page for COSRX are frequently noted for effective acne control and clearing.

When and where were COSRX and A+ founded, and who owns them?

COSRX was founded in 2013 in South Korea and is owned by Amorepacific Group, while A+ was founded in 1990 in India and remains independently owned.

How does the fragrance content compare between COSRX and A+ products on the page?

COSRX products on this page mostly list no fragrance, with just one exception, while all A+ products on this page list no fragrance.

Which skin types does COSRX fit best according to its brand-focused routines?

According to its brand-focused routines, COSRX fits oily skin, acne-prone skin, and oily acne-prone skin best.

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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