# IOPE skincare

Page: https://lovi.care/skincare/brands/iope

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IOPE is a Korean skincare brand founded in 1996 and owned by Amorepacific Group.

[en.wikipedia.org](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Amorepacific_Corporation) [prnewswire.com](https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/iope-launches-in-the-us-302701138.html)

IOPE's products on this page cover [serums](https://lovi.care/skincare/ingredients/serum). For acne-prone skin, Lovi rates the [Retinol](https://lovi.care/skincare/ingredients/retinol) Expert 0.1% highest; for skin with dark spots, the Retinol Super Bounce Serum; and for mature skin, the [PDRN](https://lovi.care/skincare/ingredients/pdrn) [Caffeine](https://lovi.care/skincare/ingredients/caffeine) Shot Serum.

This page covers some of the most popular IOPE products; for the whole IOPE 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=pgc3464df92a).

### IOPE [serums](https://lovi.care/skincare/ingredients/serum) and treatments

#### Serums and treatments

- [Retinol Super Bounce Serum](https://lovi.care/skincare/p/iope/retinol-super-bounce-serum/for/dark-spots) — Average fit — [$49.00 at Amazon](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0GNTW9PPM?tag=lovi-care-web-product-20&linkCode=osi&th=1&psc=1)
- [Retinol Expert 0.1%](https://lovi.care/skincare/p/iope/retinol-expert-0-1/for/mature-skin) — High fit
- [PDRN Caffeine Shot Serum](https://lovi.care/skincare/p/iope/pdrn-caffeine-shot-serum/for/mature-skin) — High fit — [$43.00 at Amazon](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0BJQ86VNH?tag=lovi-care-web-product-20&linkCode=osi&th=1&psc=1)

## People Say

★4.8

Overall rating based on 1.7k+ reviews

Reviewers most often praise IOPE for anti-aging benefits, lightweight texture, and gentleness on sensitive skin. The most common complaints are skin sensitivity and high price point.

### Highlights

- Gentle, non-irritating serums Mostly Mentioned “zero irritation on my skin — Retinol Super Bounce Serum” “least irritating for me — Retinol Expert 0.1%” “no irritation on sensitive days — PDRN Caffeine Shot Serum”
- Anti-aging and firming serums Mostly Mentioned “made my face feel so much firmer — Retinol Super Bounce Serum” “significant reduction in fine lines and wrinkles — Retinol Expert 0.1%”
- Lightweight serums Mostly Mentioned “absorbs like water — PDRN Caffeine Shot Serum” “absorbs beautifully and feels so lightweight — Retinol Expert 0.1%”
- Hydrating and barrier-supporting serums Often Mentioned “leaves my skin feeling so hydrated — Retinol Super Bounce Serum” “skin barrier feels stronger — PDRN Caffeine Shot Serum”
- Smoothing and texturizing serums Often Mentioned “pores visibly tightening — Retinol Super Bounce Serum” “skin texture is noticeably more refined — Retinol Expert 0.1%”
- High price point Mostly Mentioned “price is quite steep — Retinol Expert 0.1%” “price gives me pause — PDRN Caffeine Shot Serum” “amount you get for the price is really disappointing — Retinol Super Bounce Serum”
- Initial dryness and sensitivity Often Mentioned “caused blemishes there — Retinol Expert 0.1%” “my skin ended up getting extremely dry — Retinol Super Bounce Serum”

Sources: lovi.care, dodoskin.com, hwahae.com, skinsli.com, sokoglam.com, reddit.com, and more

## Questions and answers

### Is IOPE worth it?

IOPE may be worth it for shoppers looking for gentle, lightweight anti-aging [serums](https://lovi.care/skincare/ingredients/serum), though reviewers note a high price point alongside initial dryness and sensitivity. Lovi rates the IOPE-focused routine Superior for dry, oily, sensitive, combination, and acne-prone skin.

### Does IOPE cause breakouts?

IOPE serums are unlikely to cause breakouts, as reviewers mostly describe them as gentle and non-irritating. Lovi rates the IOPE-focused routine Superior for acne-prone skin.

### Is IOPE fragrance-free?

Yes, every one of the IOPE products on this page lists no fragrance in its ingredients. Reviewers also frequently note that these lightweight serums are gentle and non-irritating.

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

IOPE features active ingredients like [retinol](https://lovi.care/skincare/ingredients/retinol) and [niacinamide](https://lovi.care/skincare/ingredients/niacinamide) that help firm the skin and improve dark spots. Reviewers often mention that the serums are gentle, lightweight, and supportive of the skin barrier.

[The Journal of Investigative Dermatology, 2000](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/10692106/) [The British Journal of Dermatology, 2002](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/12100180/)

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

IOPE products on this page are available on Amazon US. They cost from $43.00 to $49.00, with most prices falling between $43.00 and $49.00.

### What are good alternatives to IOPE?

Good alternatives to IOPE include SKIN1004, Anua, Medicube, Beauty of Joseon, COSRX, and Dr. Althea, which all have dedicated pages on Lovi. Lovi rates IOPE-focused routines as Superior for dry, oily, sensitive, combination, and acne-prone skin, while SKIN1004 routines are rated Superior for dry, sensitive, and acne-prone skin, and High for oily and combination skin.

### IOPE vs SKIN1004: which is better?

IOPE and SKIN1004 both rate Superior for dry and sensitive skin, while IOPE rates slightly higher with a Superior fit for oily, combination, and acne-prone skin. The IOPE products on this page are priced between $43.00 and $49.00 and contain no fragrance.

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

IOPE is a Korean brand founded in 1996, owned by Amorepacific Group.

[en.wikipedia.org](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Amorepacific_Corporation) [prnewswire.com](https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/iope-launches-in-the-us-302701138.html)

### Is IOPE cruelty-free?

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

## Research behind IOPE's key ingredients

- [Vitamin A antagonizes decreased cell growth and elevated collagen-degrading matrix metalloproteinases and stimulates collagen accumulation in naturally aged human skin](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/10692106/) Retinol · The Journal of Investigative Dermatology, 2000
- [The effect of niacinamide on reducing cutaneous pigmentation and suppression of melanosome transfer](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/12100180/) Niacinamide · The British Journal of Dermatology, 2002
- [Topical use of dexpanthenol in skin disorders](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/12113650/) Panthenol · American Journal of Clinical Dermatology, 2002
- [Improvement of naturally aged skin with vitamin A (retinol)](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/17515510/) Retinol · Archives of Dermatology, 2007
- [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 · Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2020
- [Molecular basis of retinol anti-ageing properties in naturally aged human skin in vivo](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/27261203/) Retinol · International Journal of Cosmetic Science, 2017
- [Prospective, randomized, double-blind assessment of topical bakuchiol and retinol for facial photoageing](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/29947134/) Retinol · The British Journal of Dermatology, 2019
- [Moisturizing and Antiinflammatory Properties of Cosmetic Formulations Containing Centella asiatica Extract](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/27168678/) Madecassoside · Indian Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences, 2016
- [Vitamin C mesotherapy versus topical application for gingival hyperpigmentation: a clinical and histopathological study](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/33966113/) Ascorbic acid · Clinical Oral Investigations, 2021
- [Effect of a topical antioxidant serum containing vitamin C, vitamin E, and ferulic acid after Q-switched 1064-nm Nd:YAG laser for treatment of environment-induced skin pigmentation](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/32052907/) Ascorbic acid, Tocopherol · Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2020
- [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, Madecassoside · Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology, 2017
- [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](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/27425824/) Panthenol · The Journal of Dermatological Treatment, 2017
- [Senomorphic activity of a combination of niacinamide and hyaluronic acid: correlation with clinical improvement of skin aging](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/39009698/) Niacinamide · Scientific Reports, 2024
- [Adenosine-loaded dissolving microneedle patches to improve skin wrinkles, dermal density, elasticity and hydration](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/29574973/) Adenosine · International Journal of Cosmetic Science, 2018
- [Characterization of Acne-Prone Skin with Reflectance Confocal Microscopy and Optical Coherence Tomography and Modifications Induced by Topical Treatment and Probiotic Supplementation](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37510902/) Hydroxypinacolone retinoate · Journal of Clinical Medicine, 2023
- [Systematic Study of Paeonol/Madecassoside Co-Delivery Nanoemulsion Transdermal Delivery System for Enhancing Barrier Repair and Anti-Inflammatory Efficacy](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37446936/) Madecassoside · Molecules, 2023
- [Effects of 1,3-propanediol associated, or not, with butylene glycol and/or glycerol on skin hydration and skin barrier function](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37699769/) Propanediol · International Journal of Cosmetic Science, 2024
- [The synergistic effect of retinyl propionate and hydroxypinacolone retinoate on skin aging](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/36762391/) Hydroxypinacolone retinoate · Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2023
- [Administration of skin care regimens containing β-glucan for skin recovery after fractional laser therapy: A split-face, double-blinded, vehicle-controlled study](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/33128496/) Beta-glucan · Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2021
- [Two-phase delivery using a horse oil and adenosine-loaded dissolving microneedle patch for skin barrier restoration, moisturization, and wrinkle improvement](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/30160014/) Adenosine · Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2019
- [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](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/40613435/) Panthenol · Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2025
- [Translational Evaluation of a Disodium Adenosine Monophosphate (AMP2Na)-Based Topical Formulation for Physiology-Aligned Skin Rejuvenation: Integrated In Vitro, Ex Vivo, and Clinical Evidence](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/42278371/) Adenosine · International Journal of Molecular Sciences, 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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