Arencia skincare

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

Arencia is a Korean skincare brand founded in 2017 and owned by Arencia Inc..

Arencia is beloved for its thoughtful cleansers and moisturizers, which rely on carefully crafted formulas. Its products suit sensitive skin and oily acne-prone skin best. For specific concerns, the holy hyssop serum 30 addresses acne-prone skin, while the Fresh Green Rice Mochi Cleanser targets skin with dark spots. The brand continues to offer gentle, reliable solutions for daily routines.

This page covers some of the most popular Arencia products; for the whole Arencia range, with a fit score for every product, use the Lovi app.

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Questions and answers

Is Arencia good for oily skin?

Arencia fits oily skin well, with Lovi rating the brand-focused routines High for oily skin. The holy hyssop serum 30 achieves an Average fit for oily skin.

Is Arencia worth it?

Arencia is worth it for shoppers seeking routines that suit dry, sensitive, or oily acne-prone skin. Lovi rates the Arencia-focused routine Superior for dry skin, Superior for sensitive skin, and High for oily skin. Additionally, the Arencia products on this page list no fragrance in their ingredients.

What are Arencia's best products?

Arencia's best products are the Fresh Green Rice Mochi Cleanser and holy hyssop serum 30, which are featured on the page. Lovi rates the brand's routines Superior for sensitive skin and dry skin, and High for oily skin.

Which Arencia moisturizer is best for dry skin?

The holy hyssop serum 30 is the moisturizer on this page for dry skin, and Lovi rates it Average for dry skin.

Does Arencia cause breakouts?

Arencia is unlikely to cause breakouts because holy hyssop serum 30 rates Average for acne-prone skin and the Arencia products on this page list no fragrance. Lovi rates the Arencia-focused routine Superior for acne-prone skin.

Is Arencia fragrance-free?

Yes, the Arencia products on this page list no fragrance in their ingredients. This helps keep the formulas gentle for everyday use.

What are the key ingredients in Arencia products?

The Arencia products on this page feature key ingredients like niacinamide, hyaluronic acid, and ceramide NP. Niacinamide helps reduce dark spots, hyaluronic acid supports hydration, and ceramide np helps restore the skin barrier.

The British Journal of Dermatology, 2002 Dermatologic Therapy, 2022

How do I build a Arencia skincare routine?

To build an Arencia-focused routine for dry skin in the morning, start with the Fresh Green Rice Mochi Cleanser, follow with the Calming Deep Moisture Toner, apply the First Spray Serum as a moisturizer, and finish with Photoderm Mineral Fluide SPF50+. In the evening, use the Ultra Hyalon Cleansing Cream as a pre-cleanser, followed by the Fresh Green Rice Mochi Cleanser, the Propolis + Niacinamide Glow Serum, and the First Spray Serum. Once a week, add the Facial Washing Powder and the Vita Essential Mask into this routine.

Where can I buy Arencia, and how much does it cost?

Arencia products on this page are available at stores in Australia. Prices range from A$24.00 to A$24.00, with most falling between A$24.00 and A$24.00.

What are good alternatives to Arencia?

Good alternatives to Arencia on Lovi include SKIN1004, Anua, Medicube, Beauty of Joseon, COSRX, and Dr. Althea. These brands offer similar skincare options that may fit your daily routine.

Arencia vs SKIN1004: which is better?

Arencia and SKIN1004 are both good choices, as Lovi rates both brands Superior for dry and sensitive skin, and High for oily and combination skin. For acne-prone skin, Lovi rates the Arencia-focused routine as Superior and the SKIN1004-focused routine as High.

Who owns Arencia, and where is it from?

Arencia is a Korean brand founded in 2017, owned by Arencia Inc..

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Is Arencia cruelty-free?

PETA, Leaping Bunny, and Cruelty Free International, the registries Lovi checks, do not list Arencia as cruelty-free.

Is Arencia good for dry skin?

Yes, Arencia is good for dry skin, with Lovi rating the Arencia-focused routine for dry skin as Superior. The Arencia products on this page list no fragrance in their ingredients.

Which Arencia cleanser is best for oily skin?

The Fresh Green Rice Mochi Cleanser is the best option available on the page for oily skin, though Lovi rates its fit for oily skin as Low.

Is Arencia good for sensitive skin?

Yes, Arencia fits sensitive skin well, as Lovi rates the brand-focused routine Superior for sensitive skin. Additionally, the Arencia products on this page list no fragrance, which helps keep sensitive skin calm.

Is Arencia good for acne-prone skin?

Yes, Arencia is good for acne-prone skin, as Lovi rates the Arencia-focused routine Superior for this skin type. The holy hyssop serum 30 achieves an Average fit for acne-prone skin.

Is Arencia good for skin with dark spots?

Arencia is moderately good for skin with dark spots, as Lovi rates the holy hyssop serum 30 Average for this skin type. Niacinamide helps reduce dark spots by supporting skin pigmentation.

The British Journal of Dermatology, 2002 Scientific Reports, 2024

Is Arencia good for mature skin?

Lovi rates holy hyssop serum 30 Average for mature skin, while individual products like Fresh Green Rice Mochi Cleanser rate Low. Lovi rates the Arencia-focused routine High for oily skin and Superior for dry and sensitive skin. The Arencia products on this page list no fragrance.

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Research behind Arencia's key ingredients

The effect of niacinamide on reducing cutaneous pigmentation and suppression of melanosome transfer
Niacinamide · The British Journal of Dermatology, 2002
Benefits of topical hyaluronic acid for skin quality and signs of skin aging: From literature review to clinical evidence
Hyaluronic acid · Dermatologic Therapy, 2022
Topical use of dexpanthenol in skin disorders
Panthenol · American Journal of Clinical Dermatology, 2002
Ceramide 1 and ceramide 3 act synergistically on skin hydration and the transepidermal water loss of sodium lauryl sulfate-irritated skin
Ceramide np · International Journal of Dermatology, 2008
The 24-hour skin hydration and barrier function effects of a hyaluronic 1%, glycerin 5%, and Centella asiatica stem cells extract moisturizing fluid: an intra-subject, randomized, assessor-blinded study
Glycerin · Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology, 2017

6 more studies

A new topical panthenol-containing emollient: Results from two randomized controlled studies assessing its skin moisturization and barrier restoration potential, and the effect on skin microflora
Panthenol · The Journal of Dermatological Treatment, 2017
Senomorphic activity of a combination of niacinamide and hyaluronic acid: correlation with clinical improvement of skin aging
Niacinamide · Scientific Reports, 2024
Adenosine-loaded dissolving microneedle patches to improve skin wrinkles, dermal density, elasticity and hydration
Adenosine · International Journal of Cosmetic Science, 2018
A Lipid Mixture Enriched by Ceramide NP with Fatty Acids of Diverse Chain Lengths Contributes to Restore the Skin Barrier Function Impaired by Topical Corticosteroid
Ceramide np · Skin Pharmacology and Physiology, 2022
Evaluation of the Efficacy and Safety of a Panthenol-Enriched Mask for Skin Barrier Recovery After Facial Laser Treatment: Results of a Double-Blind Randomized Controlled Study
Panthenol · Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2025
Low-temperature extracted Portulaca oleracea L. as a functional ingredient in facial masks for photorejuvenation of sensitive skin
Portulaca oleracea extract · Cutaneous and Ocular Toxicology, 2025

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Behind these ratings

Lovi rates every product from its 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

Co-founder, Medical Director

Cosmetic chemist, cosmetologist, aesthetic products developer
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

Medical Board

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

Medical Board

Specialist dermatologist, MBBS, MD, IFAAD
Asya Zubkova, MS

Medical Board

Cosmetic chemist, SCS, IFSCC member
Hanna Kurets, MD

Medical Board, Medical Advisor

Dermatology MD
Elina Nazarenko, MD

Medical Board

Dermatology and diagnostic consultant
Victoria Derkova, MS

Medical Board

Cosmetic chemist, cosmetic development technologist