# Illiyoon skincare

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Illiyoon is a Korean skincare brand founded in 2012 and owned by Amorepacific Group.

[design.amorepacific.com](https://design.amorepacific.com/en/work/2025/illiyoon/brand-design-renewal/) [stories.amorepacific.com](https://stories.amorepacific.com/%EC%95%84%EB%AA%A8%EB%A0%88%ED%8D%BC%EC%8B%9C%ED%94%BD-%EB%B3%80%ED%99%94%EC%9D%98-%EC%97%AC%EC%A0%95%EC%9D%84-%EB%8B%B4%EC%9D%80-illiyoon-%EC%9D%B4%EC%95%BC%EA%B8%B0/) [theilliyoon.com](https://theilliyoon.com/)

Illiyoon is deeply loved for its gentle moisturizers and thoughtfully engineered formulas. Its products suit dry, sensitive, and compromised skin best because of their soothing, barrier-focused nature. The standout products for particular concerns include the Ceramide Ato Soothing Gel for acne-prone skin, the Hyaluronic Moisture Cream for skin with dark spots, and the Ceramide Ato Concentrate Cream for mature skin. Through consistent use, the brand provides reliable daily care that maintains hydration and comfort.

This page covers some of the most popular Illiyoon products; for the whole Illiyoon range, with a fit score for every product, [use the Lovi app](https://app.pora.ai/vqqJ/j1xj2b6o?af_sub2=brand&af_sub3=selection_note&af_sub4=pgbdad202a85).

### Illiyoon moisturizers

#### Moisturizers

- [Ceramide Ato Concentrate Cream](https://lovi.care/skincare/p/illiyoon/ceramide-ato-concentrate-cream/for/dry-skin) — High fit — [$24.99 at Amazon](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B077RTL1HJ?tag=lovi-care-web-product-20&linkCode=osi&th=1&psc=1)
- [Ceramide Ato Lotion](https://lovi.care/skincare/p/illiyoon/ceramide-ato-lotion/for/dry-skin) — High fit — [$29.99 at Amazon](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07NFYWWB6?tag=lovi-care-web-product-20&linkCode=osi&th=1&psc=1)
- [Ceramide Ato Soothing Gel](https://lovi.care/skincare/p/illiyoon/ceramide-ato-soothing-gel/for/acne-prone-skin) — High fit — [$25.00 at Amazon](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B081PXPDQ9?tag=lovi-care-web-product-20&linkCode=osi&th=1&psc=1)
- [Hyaluronic Moisture Cream](https://lovi.care/skincare/p/illiyoon/hyaluronic-moisture-cream/for/mature-skin) — Average fit

## People Say

★4.7

Overall rating based on 11.8k+ reviews

Reviewers most often praise Illiyoon for lightweight formulas, effective hydration, and suitability for sensitive skin. The most common complaints are breakouts and insufficient moisture in dry conditions.

### Highlights

- Lightweight and non-greasy moisturizers Mostly Mentioned “Absorbs instantly — Ceramide Ato Lotion” “Glided like water on my skin — Ceramide Ato Soothing Gel” “Feels fresh and lightweight — Hyaluronic Moisture Cream”
- Barrier repair and soothing moisturizers Mostly Mentioned “calmed my breakout and swelling — Ceramide Ato Concentrate Cream” “Completely unscented — Ceramide Ato Lotion” “no irritation on sensitive skin — Ceramide Ato Concentrate Cream”
- Great value moisturizers Mostly Mentioned “huge 500ml tub — Ceramide Ato Concentrate Cream” “Huge bottle lasts forever — Ceramide Ato Lotion” “Huge tube for the price — Ceramide Ato Soothing Gel”
- Deeply hydrating moisturizers Often Mentioned “Skin feels plump — Hyaluronic Moisture Cream” “Helped my damaged barrier — Ceramide Ato Soothing Gel”
- Causes breakouts and skin bumps Often Mentioned “caused deep under-skin pimples — Ceramide Ato Concentrate Cream” “Caused closed comedones — Ceramide Ato Lotion” “Gave me tiny bumps on my forehead — Ceramide Ato Soothing Gel”
- Insufficient moisture for dry skin Often Mentioned “Not enough for winter — Ceramide Ato Lotion” “My skin felt tight after an hour — Ceramide Ato Soothing Gel” “Moisturizing effect feels lacking — Hyaluronic Moisture Cream”

Sources: lovi.care, reddit.com, picky.com, hometesterclub.com, oliveyoung.com, youtube.com, and more

## Questions and answers

### Is Illiyoon worth it?

Illiyoon is a great value for its price, offering deeply hydrating, lightweight, and soothing moisturizers that reviewers frequently praise. Lovi rates the brand-focused routine Superior for dry, oily, sensitive, combination, and acne-prone skin.

### What are Illiyoon's best products?

Illiyoon's best products are the Ceramide Ato Concentrate Cream and Ceramide Ato Lotion for dry skin, and the Ceramide Ato Soothing Gel for acne-prone skin. Lovi rates the Illiyoon routines as Superior across dry, oily, sensitive, combination, and acne-prone skin types.

[Scientific Reports, 2022](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/35340018/)

### Which Illiyoon moisturizer is best for dry skin?

For dry skin, Ceramide Ato Lotion is the best choice, followed closely by Ceramide Ato Concentrate Cream and Ceramide Ato Soothing Gel. Lovi rates all three of these moisturizers High for dry skin.

[Scientific Reports, 2022](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/35340018/)

### Does Illiyoon cause breakouts?

Illiyoon may cause breakouts for some, as reviewers often mention that the products lead to skin bumps and breakouts. Lovi rates the Ceramide Ato Lotion as Average for acne-prone skin and Caution for oily skin, while the Ceramide Ato Soothing Gel rates High for acne-prone skin.

### Is Illiyoon fragrance-free?

Yes, every one of the Illiyoon products on this page lists no fragrance in its ingredients. Reviewers often mention that these lightweight moisturizers help soothe skin without heavy scents.

### What are the key ingredients in Illiyoon products?

Illiyoon products feature ceramides that help repair the skin barrier and [glycerin](https://lovi.care/skincare/ingredients/glycerin) to keep skin deeply hydrated. [Phytosphingosine](https://lovi.care/skincare/ingredients/phytosphingosine) also helps calm irritated skin and manage breakouts.

### How do I build a Illiyoon skincare routine?

To build an Illiyoon routine, pick an everyday moisturizer from the brand such as the Ceramide Ato Concentrate Cream, Ceramide Ato Lotion, Ceramide Ato Soothing Gel, or Hyaluronic Moisture Cream. Lovi rates the Illiyoon-focused routine Superior for dry skin, oily skin, sensitive skin, combination skin, and acne-prone skin.

[International Journal of Dermatology, 2008](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/18717861/)

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

Illiyoon products are available on Amazon US, with prices on this page ranging from $24.99 to $29.99 and most falling between those amounts.

### What are good alternatives to Illiyoon?

Good alternatives to Illiyoon are SKIN1004, Anua, Medicube, Beauty of Joseon, COSRX, and Dr. Althea, which also have pages on Lovi. For dry skin, the SKIN1004-focused routine is a Superior fit.

### Illiyoon vs SKIN1004: which is better?

Illiyoon is a better fit for most skin types, as Lovi rates the Illiyoon-focused routine as Superior for dry, oily, sensitive, combination, and acne-prone skin, whereas SKIN1004 is rated High for oily, combination, and acne-prone skin.

### Who owns Illiyoon, and where is it from?

Illiyoon is a Korean brand founded in 2012, owned by Amorepacific Group.

[design.amorepacific.com](https://design.amorepacific.com/en/work/2025/illiyoon/brand-design-renewal/) [stories.amorepacific.com](https://stories.amorepacific.com/%EC%95%84%EB%AA%A8%EB%A0%88%ED%8D%BC%EC%8B%9C%ED%94%BD-%EB%B3%80%ED%99%94%EC%9D%98-%EC%97%AC%EC%A0%95%EC%9D%84-%EB%8B%B4%EC%9D%80-illiyoon-%EC%9D%B4%EC%95%BC%EA%B8%B0/) [theilliyoon.com](https://theilliyoon.com/)

### Is Illiyoon cruelty-free?

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

## Research behind Illiyoon's key ingredients

- [Benefits of topical hyaluronic acid for skin quality and signs of skin aging: From literature review to clinical evidence](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/36200921/) Sodium hyaluronate · Dermatologic Therapy, 2022
- [Anti-aging and brightening effects of a topical treatment containing vitamin C, vitamin E, and raspberry leaf cell culture extract: A split-face, randomized controlled trial](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/31975502/) Tocopherol vitamin e · Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2020
- [Anti-microbial and -inflammatory activity and efficacy of phytosphingosine: an in vitro and in vivo study addressing acne vulgaris](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/18489348/) Phytosphingosine · International Journal of Cosmetic Science, 2007
- [Antiaging effects of the mixture of Panax ginseng and Crataegus pinnatifida in human dermal fibroblasts and healthy human skin](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/28123324/) Panax ginseng root extract · Journal of Ginseng Research, 2017
- [Alteration of barrier properties, stratum corneum ceramides and microbiome composition in response to lotion application on cosmetic dry skin](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/35340018/) Ceramides · Scientific Reports, 2022
- [Ceramide 1 and ceramide 3 act synergistically on skin hydration and the transepidermal water loss of sodium lauryl sulfate-irritated skin](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/18717861/) 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](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/28860834/) Glycerin · Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology, 2017
- [Effects of lecithin-based nanoemulsions on skin: Short-time cytotoxicity MTT and BrdU studies, skin penetration of surfactants and additives and the delivery of curcumin](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/32165223/) Hydrogenated lecithin · International Journal of Pharmaceutics, 2020
- [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](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/34348350/) Ceramide np · Skin Pharmacology and Physiology, 2022
- [Repair of acetone- and sodium lauryl sulphate-damaged human skin barrier function using topically applied emulsions containing barrier lipids](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/12482041/) Phytosphingosine · Journal of the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology, 2002
- [Synergetic Effects of Aloe Vera Extract with Trimethylglycine for Targeted Aquaporin 3 Regulation and Long-Term Skin Hydration](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/38611819/) Betaine · Molecules, 2024
- [Squalane as a Promising Agent Protecting UV-Induced Inhibition of Collagen Biosynthesis and Wound Healing in Human Dermal Fibroblast](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/40363772/) Squalane · Molecules, 2025
- [Salicyloyl-phytosphingosine: a novel agent for the repair of photoaged skin](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/18489360/) Phytosphingosine · International Journal of Cosmetic Science, 2007
- [The use of different concentrations of betaine as a reducing irritation agent in soaps monitored visually and non-invasively](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/12535284/) Betaine · Skin Research and Technology, 2003
- [Effect of an Emollient Emulsion Containing 15.0% of Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride on the Urocanic Acid of the Stratum Corneum](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37109405/) Caprylic capric triglyceride · Life, 2023
- [Development and efficacy assessments of tea seed oil makeup remover](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/27988044/) Camellia sinensis seed oil · Annales Pharmaceutiques Francaises, 2017
- [Effects of fermented tea seed oil on the skin lipid barrier and microbiome of sensitive skin](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/41319188/) Camellia sinensis seed oil · International Journal of Cosmetic Science, 2026
- [Efficacy and safety of combination cream of stimu-tex AS™ (spent grain wax, Argania Spinosa Kernel oil, Butyrospermum Parkii (shea butter) extract), and saccharide isomerate after fractional CO2 laser procedure: split-face, double blinded, randomized controlled trial](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/41134387/) Shea butter · Lasers in Medical Science, 2025

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## About the Lovi Fit

Lovi: Unbiased, science-based skincare AI trained on real user outcomes.

Lovi rates every product from its full ingredient list with brand-independent rules its 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. Levels from best to worst: Superior, High, Average, Low, Caution, Warning.

Behind these ratings: Nadia Kapleva, MS (Co-founder, Medical Director); Alexey Shagraev, PhD (Co-founder, CEO and CTO); Dr. Sofía Perea Pérez, MD, MSc (Medical Board); Aishani Shah, MD (Medical Board); Asya Zubkova, MS (Medical Board); Hanna Kurets, MD (Medical Board, Medical Advisor); Elina Nazarenko, MD (Medical Board); Victoria Derkova, MS (Medical Board).

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