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COSRX vs Pair

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

COSRX and Pair are distinct K-beauty and J-beauty brands, respectively, that offer thoughtful solutions for complex complexions. COSRX provides serums, moisturizers, cleansers, and masks featuring hyaluronic acid, glycerin, and niacinamide to suit oily and acne-prone skin. Meanwhile, the Japanese brand specializes in targeted serums and meticulously crafted formulas like the Acne Cream W to address stubborn blemishes. Ultimately, both options differ in their regional origins and specific ingredient focus while remaining beloved for their ability to restore balance and clarity.

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

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Pair is a Japanese skincare brand founded in 2000 and owned by Lion Corporation since 2004.

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

Popular COSRX vs Pair products

COSRX vs Pair serums and treatments

Questions and answers

COSRX or Pair: which is better?

COSRX offers a much larger selection of products across multiple categories with high fit levels for oily and acne-prone skin, whereas Pair features only a single acne treatment serum with average or lower fits. The products on this page help provide deep hydration and effective acne control.

What is the difference between COSRX and Pair?

COSRX offers a wide range of products that fit oily and acne-prone skin best, while Pair features just one targeted acne treatment on this page.

Which is more affordable, COSRX or Pair?

The provided page facts do not contain pricing information for either COSRX or Pair, so it is not possible to determine which brand is more affordable.

Which causes fewer breakouts, COSRX or Pair?

Neither brand can be said to cause fewer breakouts, as the products on this page are designed to treat rather than cause them.

Which brand has been around longer, COSRX or Pair?

Pair has been around longer, having been founded in Japan in 2000, whereas COSRX was founded in South Korea in 2013.

Do either COSRX or Pair products contain fragrance?

COSRX products on this page are mostly fragrance-free, as 37 of 38 list no fragrance while only the Vitamin E Vitalizing Sunscreen SPF 50+ includes it. Pair products on this page all list no fragrance in their ingredients.

How many total products are listed on the page for COSRX compared to Pair?

COSRX has 38 products listed on this page, while Pair has only 1 product.

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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