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Purito vs Simple

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

Purito and Simple are gentle skincare brands known for nurturing delicate complexions with thoughtful formulations. The Korean brand, founded in 2017, relies on soothing ingredients to suit dry and sensitive skin, while the British brand, established in 1960, incorporates niacinamide and glycerin to support oily and acne-prone skin best. Although both offer reliable daily care through cleansers, moisturizers, and toners, they differ in their specific targeted benefits and regional heritage. Ultimately, choosing between them depends on whether one seeks deep nourishment for dry skin or balanced hydration for oily skin.

Purito is a Korean skincare brand founded in 2017 and owned by Corstone Capital since 2022.

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Simple is a British skincare brand founded in 1960 and owned by Unilever PLC since 2011.

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

Popular Purito vs Simple products

People Say

PuritoSimple
  • Gentle on Sensitive Skin Often MentionedMostly Mentioned
    • “Does not cause any form of irritation on the skin which I love. — Simple Micellar Cleansing Water”
    • “The only cleanser that doesn't turn my face red. — Simple Micellar Water”
    • “no artificial perfume — Simple Hydrating Light Moisturiser”
    • “non-stinging — Purito Centella Unscented Toner”
  • Lightweight and Non-Greasy Texture Mostly MentionedOften Mentioned
    • “absorbs instantly into skin — Purito Oat-in Calming Gel Cream”
    • “perfect weight, not too light not too heavy — Purito Mighty Bamboo Panthenol Cream”
    • “feels like lotion — Purito Daily Soft Touch Sunscreen”
    • “sinks in instantly — Simple Water Boost Hydrating Gel Cream”
  • Effective Daily Cleansing and Hydration Not notedMostly Mentioned
    • “banished dryness within days — Simple Replenishing Rich Moisturiser”
    • “Takes off any makeup residue and makes my face feel refreshed. — Simple Micellar Cleansing Water”
    • “Instantly boosts skin's hydration... face doesn't feel dry and tight. — Simple Micellar Cleansing Water”
  • Soothing and Calming Mostly MentionedNot noted
    • “calmed my redness instantly — Purito Centella Unscented Serum”
    • “calmed my redness immediately — Purito Oat-in Calming Gel Cream”
    • “helped calm down my acne — Purito Mighty Bamboo Panthenol Cream”
  • Affordable Price and Value Rarely NotedOften Mentioned
    • “great value for money — Simple Kind to Skin Soothing Facial Toner”
    • “super affordable — Simple Hydrating Light Moisturiser”
    • “Can't beat the price for the quality. — Simple Micellar Water”
    • “Huge 30ml tube — Purito Wonder Releaf Centella Eye Cream”
  • Makeup Compatibility and Removal Sometimes NotedSometimes Noted
    • “dissolves waterproof mascara easily — Purito From Green Cleansing Oil”
    • “no pilling — Purito Daily Soft Touch Sunscreen”
    • “makeup lays well — Simple Hydrating Light Moisturiser”
    • “works well under foundation — Simple Replenishing Rich Moisturiser”
  • Insufficient Moisture or Hydration Often MentionedSometimes Noted
    • “not moisturizing enough — Simple Hydrating Light Moisturiser”
    • “skin felt tight after an hour — Simple Water Boost Hydrating Gel Cream”
    • “skin felt tight after an hour — Purito Oat-in Calming Gel Cream”
  • Caused Breakouts or Reactions Sometimes NotedSometimes Noted
    • “caused cystic acne — Purito From Green Cleansing Oil”
    • “gave me tiny whiteheads — Purito Centella Unscented Serum”
    • “Gave me tiny bumps on my forehead. — Simple Micellar Water”
    • “caused major breakouts — Simple Hydrating Light Moisturiser”

Purito vs Simple routines for dry skin

Buy Purito routine · AED 465.25 · 93% fitBuy Simple routine · AED 455.14 · 83% fitSee multi-brand routine · 96% fit

Purito vs Simple routines for oily skin

Buy Purito routine · AED 751.92 · 89% fitBuy Simple routine · AED 790.31 · 88% fitSee multi-brand routine · 97% fit

Purito vs Simple routines for combination skin

Buy Purito routine · AED 638.55 · 90% fitBuy Simple routine · AED 644.67 · 85% fitSee multi-brand routine · 96% fit

Questions and answers

Purito or Simple: which is better?

Purito offers a Superior routine fit for dry, sensitive, and combination skin, whereas Simple fits these skin types at a High level.

What is the difference between Purito and Simple?

Purito has a Superior routine fit for dry skin, while Simple has a High routine fit for dry skin. Reviewers note that Purito is better for soothing and calming, whereas Simple offers affordable prices and value.

Purito or Simple for dry skin?

Purito is a better choice for dry skin, as Lovi rates its routine fit as Superior while Simple only reaches High. Reviewers also note that Simple sometimes lacks sufficient moisture, whereas Purito is known for its soothing and calming moisturizers.

Purito or Simple: which moisturizer is better?

Purito is better for moisturizers because it offers soothing and lightweight options that fit dry and sensitive skin at a Superior level, whereas Simple products are rated at an Average level for dry skin. Reviewers often mention Purito for its soothing and calming moisturizers, while Simple reviewers sometimes note a lack of sufficient moisture.

Which is more affordable, Purito or Simple?

Simple is more affordable, as reviewers often mention its affordable price and value.

Where and when were Purito and Simple founded, and who currently owns them?

Purito was founded in 2017 in South Korea and is owned by Corstone Capital, while Simple was founded in 1960 in the United Kingdom and is owned by Unilever PLC.

How do the review themes compare between Purito and Simple regarding gentle formulas and soothing effects?

Purito does better for soothing and calming, while Simple does better for being gentle on sensitive skin.

What are the key ingredients found across Simple products, and do either brand's products contain fragrance?

Simple products feature niacinamide and glycerin as key ingredients across their range. Neither Purito nor Simple products contain fragrance on this page, as every product lists no fragrance in its ingredients.

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Purito or Simple for oily skin?

For oily skin, Lovi rates Purito as High and Simple as High, meaning both brands fit this skin type equally well. Reviewers mention that Purito is better for a lightweight and non-greasy texture, while Simple offers effective daily cleansing and hydration.

Purito or Simple for sensitive skin?

Purito is a better fit for sensitive skin, with a Lovi fit level of Superior compared to Simple at High. Purito features soothing and calming moisturizers that reviewers mostly mention as gentle.

Purito or Simple for acne-prone skin?

Purito is a better fit for acne-prone skin, as Lovi rates its routine as Superior compared to High for Simple. Purito offers lightweight, acne-safe, and barrier-supporting moisturizers that help soothe and calm the skin.

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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