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COSRX vs MAËLYS

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

COSRX and MAËLYS are distinct skincare lines offering thoughtful care through specialized solutions. The Korean brand, founded in 2013 and owned by Amorepacific Group since 2024, is beloved for serums, moisturizers, cleansers, masks, and more that harness hyaluronic acid, glycerin, and niacinamide to suit oily skin and sensitive skin best. Meanwhile, the other line is loved for targeted serums and advanced formulas that suit all skin types best. These approaches differ as the former relies on balancing moisture and soothing irritation, whereas both deliver distinct standout products for particular concerns such as acne-prone skin and skin with dark spots.

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 MAËLYS products; for every product of both brands, with a fit score for your own skin, use the Lovi app.

Popular COSRX vs MAËLYS products

COSRX vs MAËLYS serums and treatments

Questions and answers

COSRX or MAËLYS: which is better?

COSRX offers significantly more product options across a wide variety of skin types with superior or high Lovi fit levels, whereas MAËLYS features very limited products that generally show low or average fit levels on this page. COSRX helps deliver deep hydration and gentle care using popular ingredients like hyaluronic acid and niacinamide, which are backed by clinical studies.

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What is the difference between COSRX and MAËLYS?

COSRX offers a wide range of skincare products that are generally well-rated by Lovi for various skin types, particularly oily, sensitive, and dry sensitive skin, whereas MAËLYS features only two body and skin products with low to average fit levels across most skin types.

Which is more affordable, COSRX or MAËLYS?

This page does not provide pricing information to compare the affordability of COSRX and MAËLYS.

Which causes fewer breakouts, COSRX or MAËLYS?

COSRX offers many products on this page rated with a Superior or High Lovi fit level for acne-prone and oily acne-prone skin, whereas MAËLYS products on this page have a Low fit for those skin types.

Which brand has been around longer and where was it founded, COSRX or MAËLYS?

COSRX has been around longer, having been founded in South Korea in 2013, whereas MAËLYS was founded in 2017.

How do the fragrance options differ between COSRX and MAËLYS products?

COSRX products on this page overwhelmingly feature fragrance-free options with 37 out of 38 listing no fragrance, whereas MAËLYS includes fragrance in 1 of its 2 listed products.

Which COSRX and MAËLYS products are best suited for dry sensitive skin?

For dry sensitive skin, the products on this page by COSRX such as Advanced Snail 96 Mucin Power Essence and Advanced Snail Mucin Gel Cleanser have a Superior Lovi fit level, whereas MAËLYS products like RE-LURE Tight & Tone Body Serum only reach an Average fit. Hyaluronic acid helps improve skin hydration and moisture retention in dry skin types.

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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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