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COSRX vs Olay

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

COSRX and Olay are beloved skincare brands known for their thoughtful arrays of moisturizers, serums, cleansers, and more, all formulated with trusted ingredients like glycerin and niacinamide. While COSRX suits oily skin and acne-prone skin best with active components that balance excess oil and soothe irritation, the brand also offers targeted solutions like the Advanced Snail Mucin Gel Cleanser, the Full Fit Propolis Synergy Toner, and the Centella Water Alcohol-Free Toner. Olay suits sensitive skin and acne-prone skin best, featuring standout products such as the Super Eyes Daily Eye Serum, the Regenerist Luminous Tone Perfecting Cream, and the Brightening Eye Cream. Both brands differ in their specific offerings, as the former also incorporates hyaluronic acid to lengthen toxin duration and reduce cell damage, whereas each utilizes niacinamide and glycerin to significantly increase skin hydration, improve barrier function, decrease hyperpigmentation, and reduce skin aging.

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

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

Popular COSRX vs Olay products

People Say

COSRXOlay
  • Lightweight and fast absorption Often MentionedMostly Mentioned
    • “sinks in quickly — Olay Super Serum”
    • “absorbs quickly — Olay Vitamin C Serum”
    • “absorbs instantly — Olay Super Serum Night Repair”
    • “absorbs instantly like water — COSRX The 6 Peptide Skin Booster Serum”
  • Skin texture and smoothness improvement Mostly MentionedMostly Mentioned
    • “gives me that glass skin look — COSRX Advanced Snail 96 Mucin Power Essence”
    • “skin feels softer immediately — COSRX The 6 Peptide Skin Booster Serum”
    • “skin feels baby soft — Olay Retinol24”
    • “Skin feels like silk — Olay Regenerist Retinol 24 Night Moisturizer”
  • Deep hydration and moisturization Often MentionedMostly Mentioned
    • “Instantly smoother, softer, and more hydrated — Olay Regenerist Micro-Sculpting Cream”
    • “light and smooth — Olay Ultimate Eye Cream”
    • “hydrates the skin — Olay Advanced Eye Cream”
    • “skin drinks it up — COSRX Advanced Snail 96 Mucin Power Essence”
  • Gentle, non-stripping, and non-irritating formula Often MentionedOften Mentioned
    • “No stinging or irritation — COSRX BHA Blackhead Power Liquid”
    • “perfect for first-time retinol users — COSRX The Retinol 0.1 Cream”
    • “doesn't strip my skin — COSRX Low pH Good Morning Gel Cleanser”
    • “doesn't strip my skin — Olay Regenerating Cream Cleanser”
  • Acne, blackhead, and oil control Often MentionedNot noted
    • “helped to improve my acne after only 2 weeks — COSRX Salicylic Acid Daily Gentle Cleanser”
    • “cleared up my spots — COSRX Low pH Good Morning Gel Cleanser”
    • “Melted blackheads right off — COSRX BHA Blackhead Power Liquid”
  • Radiance and brightening effects Not notedOften Mentioned
    • “iridescent glow — Olay Super Serum”
    • “hides dark shadows — Olay Ultimate Eye Cream”
    • “skin looks brighter — Olay Vitamin C Serum”
  • Packaging issues and sizing concerns Often MentionedOften Mentioned
    • “only 20mls... significantly less product — COSRX The Hyaluronic Acid 3 Serum”
    • “tube is tiny — COSRX The Retinol 0.1 Cream”
    • “hard to dispense — Olay Super Serum”
    • “dropper is frustrating — Olay Super Serum Night Repair”
  • Slow, no, or ineffective results Sometimes NotedSometimes Noted
    • “no change in circles — COSRX Advanced Snail Peptide Eye Cream”
    • “Takes a month to work — COSRX BHA Blackhead Power Liquid”
    • “no visible difference — Olay Ultimate Eye Cream”
    • “no difference — Olay Vitamin C Serum”
  • Unpleasant texture and heavy residue Sometimes NotedSometimes Noted
    • “texture is gooey and stringy — COSRX Advanced Snail 92 All in One Cream”
    • “too slimy and sticky — COSRX Advanced Snail 96 Mucin Power Essence”
    • “Wake up feeling a bit greasy — Olay Regenerist Micro-Sculpting Cream”
    • “cakes up all over — Olay Advanced Eye Cream”

COSRX vs Olay routines for dry skin

Buy COSRX routine · AED 408.70 · 83% fitBuy Olay routine · AED 586.47 · 74% fitSee multi-brand routine · 96% fit

COSRX vs Olay routines for oily skin

Buy COSRX routine · AED 581.27 · 91% fitBuy Olay routine · AED 897.24 · 84% fitSee multi-brand routine · 97% fit

COSRX vs Olay routines for combination skin

Buy COSRX routine · AED 475.50 · 89% fitBuy Olay routine · AED 877.60 · 83% fitSee multi-brand routine · 96% fit

Questions and answers

COSRX or Olay: which is better?

COSRX is better for oily and acne-prone skin, where Lovi rates its products as Superior, while Olay offers deeper hydration and stronger radiance effects. Both brands generally avoid fragrance in the products on this page.

What is the difference between COSRX and Olay?

COSRX is owned by Amorepacific Group and fits oily and acne-prone skin best with a Superior Lovi fit level, whereas Olay is owned by The Procter & Gamble Company and fits sensitive and oily skin best with a High Lovi fit level.

COSRX or Olay for dry skin?

COSRX is better for dry skin, giving a High routine fit compared to Olay's Average fit. The products on this page help deliver deep hydration through ingredients like hyaluronic acid and glycerin, which assists with moisture retention in dry skin.

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COSRX or Olay: which cleanser is better?

COSRX is better for cleansers, as the products on this page achieve superior to high fit levels for sensitive and acne-prone skin types. Olay cleansers on this page tend to show lower fit levels and potential cautions for those skin types.

Which is more affordable, COSRX or Olay?

This page does not contain information about the prices or affordability of COSRX and Olay products.

COSRX or Olay for acne, blackhead, and oil control?

COSRX is better for acne, blackhead, and oil control, and it has a Superior routine fit for oily acne-prone skin.

COSRX or Olay for deep hydration and moisturization?

Olay does better for deep hydration and moisturization compared to COSRX. The products on this page help deliver intense moisture and hydration benefits to the skin.

COSRX or Olay for oily skin?

COSRX is the better choice for oily skin, as Lovi rates its routine fit as Superior while Olay is High. Reviewers note that COSRX does better for acne, blackhead, and oil control.

COSRX or Olay: which moisturizer is better?

When comparing moisturizers on this page, both COSRX and Olay offer strong options, but COSRX achieves a Superior fit level for dry skin while Olay's routine fit for dry skin is Average. COSRX moisturizers rely on ingredients like snail mucin and hyaluronic acid to help provide deep hydration, whereas Olay focuses on ingredients like niacinamide and peptides.

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COSRX or Olay for sensitive skin?

For sensitive skin, COSRX offers a Superior fit level while Olay provides a High fit level. The products on this page help deliver gentle care with key ingredients like hyaluronic acid and glycerin.

Journal of Pharmacy & Pharmaceutical Sciences, 2015Dermatologic Therapy, 2022

COSRX or Olay: which sunscreen is better?

Both COSRX and Olay offer sunscreens with High Lovi fit levels for most skin types on this page. COSRX features options like the Ultra-Light Invisible Sunscreen and Aloe Soothing Sun Cream, while Olay provides choices such as the Regenerist Whip Face Moisturizer SPF 25.

COSRX or Olay for acne-prone skin?

For acne-prone skin, COSRX fits better with a Superior routine level compared to Olay's High level. The products on this page help provide effective acne control and clearing.

COSRX or Olay for mature skin?

Both COSRX and Olay achieve a High Lovi fit for mature skin. Olay also features products on this page with a Superior fit for mature skin, such as the Regenerist Micro-Sculpting Cream.

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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