Allies of Skin vs KORRES
Allies of Skin and KORRES are two distinct skincare lines known for thoughtful moisturizers alongside targeted serums and gentle cleansers. Allies of Skin relies on potent ingredients like niacinamide to suit dry and mature skin, while the botanical formulas of KORRES suit dry, sensitive, normal, and combination skin best. Although both offer rich hydration and nourishment for specific concerns, the first brand focuses on improving aging signs and hyperpigmentation, and the second brand supports the natural balance of the complexion.
This page compares some of the most popular Allies of Skin and KORRES products; for every product of both brands, with a fit score for your own skin, use the Lovi app.
Popular Allies of Skin vs KORRES products
People Say
Texture and Finish Mostly MentionedMostly Mentioned
- “sinks easily into damp skin — Allies of Skin Tranexamic & Arbutin Advanced Brightening Serum”
- “Woke up looking well-rested — Allies of Skin Retinal & Peptides Repair Night Cream”
- “feels like velvet — KORRES Velvet Skin Drink”
- “absorbs instantly — KORRES Santorini Grape Poreless Skin Cream”
Calming and Soothing Mostly MentionedMostly Mentioned
- “Best retinol for sensitive skin — Allies of Skin Retinal & Peptides Repair Night Cream”
- “Redness is less noticeable — Allies of Skin Copper Tripeptide & Ectoin Advanced Repair Serum”
- “leaves face soft and smooth — KORRES Greek Yoghurt Foaming Cream Cleanser”
- “Calms redness — KORRES Foaming Cream Cleanser”
Hydration and Plumping Mostly MentionedOften Mentioned
- “nourished and hydrated — Allies of Skin Peptides & Omegas Firming Eye Cream”
- “more like a spray serum — Allies of Skin Molecular Saviour Probiotics Treatment Mist”
- “Skin feels hydrated — Allies of Skin Copper Tripeptide & Ectoin Advanced Repair Serum”
- “saved my dry skin — KORRES Velvet Skin Drink”
Cleansing and Makeup Removal Not notedOften Mentioned
- “Leaves skin soft — KORRES Foaming Cream Cleanser”
- “removes liquid eyeliner — KORRES Greek Yoghurt Foaming Cream Cleanser”
- “Melts away makeup — KORRES Foaming Cream Cleanser”
Brightening and Radiance Often MentionedNot noted
- “gives skin an instant dewy glow — Allies of Skin Tranexamic & Arbutin Advanced Brightening Serum”
- “scars visibly lightened after I started using this — Allies of Skin Tranexamic & Arbutin Advanced Brightening Serum”
- “Gives me a nice youthful glow — Allies of Skin Peptides & Antioxidants Firming Daily Treatment”
Anti-Aging and Firming Sometimes NotedSometimes Noted
- “fix the fine lines — Allies of Skin Peptides & Omegas Firming Eye Cream”
- “brings bounce back — KORRES Bounce Firming Moisturizer”
- “great for mature skin — KORRES Bounce Firming Moisturizer”
High Price and Value Mostly MentionedOften Mentioned
- “jar is very small — KORRES Santorini Grape Poreless Skin Cream”
- “Expensive for cleanser — KORRES Foaming Cream Cleanser”
- “priciest face cleanser — KORRES Greek Yoghurt Foaming Cream Cleanser”
- “Pricey — Allies of Skin Copper Tripeptide & Ectoin Advanced Repair Serum”
Scent and Fragrance Rarely NotedOften Mentioned
- “Distinct rancid smell — Allies of Skin Copper Tripeptide & Ectoin Advanced Repair Serum”
- “gives a weird fermented stench — Allies of Skin Tranexamic & Arbutin Advanced Brightening Serum”
- “smells like babies — KORRES Greek Yoghurt Foaming Cream Cleanser”
Finish and Formula Issues Sometimes NotedOften Mentioned
- “didn't like how sticky face feels — Allies of Skin Molecular Saviour Probiotics Treatment Mist”
- “Don't feel hydrated — Allies of Skin Peptides & Antioxidants Firming Daily Treatment”
- “felt tight after an hour — KORRES Santorini Grape Poreless Skin Cream”
Irritation and Breakouts Often MentionedSometimes Noted
- “broke me out — KORRES Greek Yoghurt Foaming Cream Cleanser”
- “caused tiny bumps — KORRES Velvet Skin Drink”
- “burns sensitive skin — KORRES Bounce Firming Moisturizer”
- “Slightly irritating... when I first started — Allies of Skin Copper Tripeptide & Ectoin Advanced Repair Serum”
Questions and answers
Allies of Skin or KORRES: which is better?
Allies of Skin is better for hydration, plumping, brightening, and radiance, while KORRES is better for cleansing and makeup removal. Lovi finds Allies of Skin has High fit levels for dry skin, mature skin, and dry sensitive skin.
What is the difference between Allies of Skin and KORRES?
Allies of Skin offers fragrance-free formulas with key ingredients like Niacinamide that perform better for hydration and brightening, whereas KORRES features products containing fragrance that excel in cleansing and makeup removal.
Allies of Skin or KORRES: which moisturizer is better?
When it comes to moisturizers, Allies of Skin achieves a Superior Lovi fit level for dry skin with its Molecular Saviour Probiotics Treatment Mist, while KORRES offers lightweight options like the Santorini Grape Poreless Skin Cream that helps oily and combination skin. Niacinamide helps brighten skin tone across Allies of Skin products.
The British Journal of Dermatology, 2002International Journal of Medical Sciences, 2021
Which is more affordable, Allies of Skin or KORRES?
KORRES is generally more affordable, whereas reviewers often note a high price point for the products on this page by Allies of Skin.
Which causes fewer breakouts, Allies of Skin or KORRES?
According to the review themes on this page, KORRES does better for irritation and breakouts. Niacinamide helps reduce cutaneous pigmentation.
Which brand offers a better selection of cleansers, Allies of Skin or KORRES?
KORRES offers a better selection of cleansers than Allies of Skin, as the products on this page feature gentle and non-stripping formulas.
How do the fragrance options differ between Allies of Skin and KORRES products?
Every product on the Allies of Skin page lists no fragrance in its ingredients, whereas all five KORRES products on the page include fragrance.
Which brand is more effective for hydration and plumping according to reviewer feedback?
According to reviewer feedback, Allies of Skin does better for hydration and plumping. The products on this page list no fragrance in their ingredients.
Research behind their key ingredients
A comparative study of gluconolactone versus benzoyl peroxide in the treatment of acne
Supramolecular collagen nanoparticles for anti-wrinkle, skin whitening, and moisturizing effects
Clinical efficacy of facial masks containing yoghurt and Opuntia humifusa Raf. (F-YOP)
Targeting Circadian Rhythm for the Regulation of Skin Collagen Metabolism
Effects of a Greek Yoghurt-based Complex on the Human Facial Skin Microbiome
Saccharide isomerate ameliorates cosmetic scalp conditions in a Chinese study population
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.
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Co-founder, Medical Director
Cosmetic chemist, cosmetologist, aesthetic products developer
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Co-founder, CEO and CTO
PhD in computer science, 3x US patent holder, ex-Google, ex-Yandex
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Dr. Sofía Perea Pérez, MD, MSc
Medical Board
Aesthetic medicine practitioner, MSc in Longevity and Anti-Aging Medicine
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Medical Board
Specialist dermatologist, MBBS, MD, IFAAD
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Medical Board
Cosmetic chemist, SCS, IFSCC member
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Medical Board, Medical Advisor
Dermatology MD
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Elina Nazarenko, MD
Medical Board
Dermatology and diagnostic consultant
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Victoria Derkova, MS
Medical Board
Cosmetic chemist, cosmetic development technologist
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