# Biore skincare

Page: https://lovi.care/skincare/ca/brands/biore

The Lovi Fit is the same in every country; only the stores and prices differ, and the ones here are for Canada.

Biore is a Japanese skincare brand founded in 1980 and owned by Kao Corporation.

[biore.com](https://www.biore.com/en-sa/about-us/our-story/) [kao.com](https://www.kao.com/global/en/newsroom/news/release/2024/20240214-001/)

Biore is beloved for its thoughtful sunscreens, cleansers, masks, and makeup removers, all driven by effective formulas. Its products suit sensitive skin and oily skin best, thanks to these gentle and clarifying formulations. For particular concerns, the standout choices include the UV Aqua Rich for acne-prone skin, the Makeup Remover Perfect Oil for skin with dark spots, and the Deep Pore Charcoal Cleanser for mature skin. Each offering works steadily to support a balanced and refreshed complexion.

This page covers some of the most popular Biore products; for the whole Biore 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=pg64b5caaaed).

### Other Biore products

#### Other products

- [Makeup Remover Perfect Oil](https://lovi.care/skincare/ca/p/biore/makeup-remover-perfect-oil/for/sensitive-skin) — High fit — [CA$42.80 at Amazon](https://www.amazon.ca/dp/B000FQMZSE?tag=lovi-care-web-product01-20&linkCode=osi&th=1&psc=1)
- [Deep Pore Charcoal Cleanser](https://lovi.care/skincare/ca/p/biore/deep-pore-charcoal-cleanser/for/oily-skin) — Average fit
- [UV Aqua Rich](https://lovi.care/skincare/ca/p/biore/uv-aqua-rich/for/combination-skin) — High fit
- [Deep Cleansing Pore Strips](https://lovi.care/skincare/ca/p/biore/deep-cleansing-pore-strips/for/oily-skin) — Average fit

## People Say

★4.0

Overall rating based on 22.8k+ reviews

Reviewers most often praise Biore for lightweight feel, effective cleansing, and makeup removal. The most common complaints are skin irritation and dryness.

Sources: lovi.care, influenster.com, skinsort.com, hwahae.co.kr, target.com, reddit.com, and more

## Questions and answers

### Is Biore good for oily skin?

Yes, Biore is a good fit for oily skin, as Lovi rates the Biore-focused routine High for oily skin. The Biore products on this page list no fragrance in their ingredients.

### Is Biore worth it?

Biore is worth considering since Lovi rates the Biore-focused routine High for dry skin, oily skin, sensitive skin, combination skin, and acne-prone skin. The Biore products on this page list no fragrance in their ingredients, which helps keep the routine gentle for daily use.

### What are Biore's best products?

Biore's best products depend on the skin type, but UV Aqua Rich works best for combination skin, while Makeup Remover Perfect Oil is best for sensitive skin. Lovi rates the Biore-focused routine High for oily, sensitive, combination, and acne-prone skin.

### Which Biore cleanser is best for oily skin?

The Deep Pore Charcoal Cleanser is the best Biore cleanser for oily skin, rating Average for it.

### Does Biore cause breakouts?

Biore is unlikely to cause breakouts for most skin types, as Lovi rates the brand-focused routines High for acne-prone skin. The Biore products on this page are fragrance-free, which helps keep irritated skin calm.

### Is Biore fragrance-free?

Yes, every one of the Biore products on this page lists no fragrance in its ingredients.

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

Biore products feature ingredients like [hyaluronic acid](https://lovi.care/skincare/ca/ingredients/hyaluronic-acid) and [glycerin](https://lovi.care/skincare/ca/ingredients/glycerin) to help keep skin soft and hydrated. The Biore products on this page are also fragrance-free.

[Dermatologic Therapy, 2022](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/36200921/)

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

To build a Biore routine, you can use the brand's products suited to your skin type, keeping in mind that Lovi rates Biore-focused routines High for dry, oily, sensitive, combination, and acne-prone skin. Every Biore product on this page also lists no fragrance in its ingredients.

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

Biore products on this page are available in Canada. Prices on the page range from CA$42.80 to CA$42.80.

### What are good alternatives to Biore?

Good alternatives to Biore include Hada Labo, Shiseido, SK-II, Shiseido Senka, DHC, and Pair, which all have pages on Lovi. Shiseido offers a Shiseido-focused routine that Lovi rates High for oily, sensitive, combination, and acne-prone skin, and Average for dry skin.

### Biore vs Shiseido: which is better?

Lovi rates the Biore-focused routine High for dry skin, oily skin, sensitive skin, combination skin, and acne-prone skin. By comparison, Lovi rates the Shiseido-focused routine Average for dry skin and High for oily skin, sensitive skin, combination skin, and acne-prone skin.

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

Biore is a Japanese brand founded in 1980, owned by Kao Corporation.

[biore.com](https://www.biore.com/en-sa/about-us/our-story/) [kao.com](https://www.kao.com/global/en/newsroom/news/release/2024/20240214-001/)

### Is Biore cruelty-free?

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

### Is Biore good for dry skin?

Biore is unlikely to be a good fit for dry skin, as Lovi rates most products on this page as Caution or Low for this skin type. However, the Biore-focused routine for dry skin rates High. The Biore products on this page list no fragrance.

### Which Biore sunscreen is best for sensitive skin?

UV Aqua Rich is the best Biore sunscreen for sensitive skin on this page, and Lovi rates it Average for sensitive skin.

### Is Biore good for sensitive skin?

Yes, Biore is good for sensitive skin and features products like Makeup Remover Perfect Oil that fit this skin type well. Lovi rates the Biore-focused routine High for sensitive skin. Furthermore, the Biore products on this page list no fragrance in their ingredients.

### Is Biore good for acne-prone skin?

Yes, Biore is good for acne-prone skin because Lovi rates the Biore-focused routine High for this skin type. The Biore products on this page list no fragrance in their ingredients, which helps keep irritated skin calm.

### Is Biore good for skin with dark spots?

Biore is average for skin with dark spots, as the UV Aqua Rich, Deep Cleansing Pore Strips, Deep Pore Charcoal Cleanser, and Makeup Remover Perfect Oil all rate Average for this skin type. Lovi rates the brand-focused routines High for oily, sensitive, and combination skin, which helps manage related concerns.

### Is Biore good for mature skin?

Biore products have an average fit for mature skin, and Lovi rates the Biore-focused routine High for this skin type. The Biore products on this page list no fragrance in their ingredients.

## Research behind Biore'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/) Hyaluronic acid · 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 · Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2020
- [Psychophysical study of the effects of topical application of menthol in healthy volunteers](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/16527405/) Menthol · Pain, 2006
- [Topical Formulation Containing Naringenin: Efficacy against Ultraviolet B Irradiation-Induced Skin Inflammation and Oxidative Stress in Mice](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/26741806/) Grapefruit fruit extract · PloS One, 2016
- [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/) 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 · Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology, 2017
- [A Double-Blinded, Randomized, Vehicle-Controlled Study of the Efficacy of Moisturizer Containing Licochalcone A, Decanediol, L-Carnitine, and Salicylic Acid for Prevention of Acne Relapse in Asian Population](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/33150170/) Salicylic acid · BioMed Research International, 2020
- [High molecular compounds (polysaccharides and proanthocyanidins) from Hamamelis virginiana bark: influence on human skin keratinocyte proliferation and differentiation and influence on irritated skin](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/11684194/) Witch hazel leaf extract · Phytochemistry, 2001
- [Efficacy of a multitargeted, salicylic acid-based dermocosmetic cream compared to benzoyl peroxide 5% in Acne vulgaris: Results from a randomized study](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37941097/) Salicylic acid · Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2024
- [A Salicylic Acid-Based Dermocosmetic is Effective as an Adjunct to Benzoyl Peroxide for Mild to Moderate Acne and as Monotherapy in Maintenance Post Benzoyl Peroxide](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/38051857/) Salicylic acid · Journal of Drugs in Dermatology, 2023
- [Challenging the safety and efficacy of topically applied chlorogenic acid, apigenin, kaempferol, and naringenin by HET-CAM, HPLC-TBARS-EVSC, and laser Doppler flowmetry](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/38831914/) Grapefruit fruit extract · Frontiers in Chemistry, 2024
- [Subclinical, non-erythematous irritation with an open assay model (washing): sodium lauryl sulfate (SLS) versus sodium laureth sulfate (SLES)](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/11278060/) Sodium laureth sulfate · Food and Chemical Toxicology, 2001
- [In vivo and in vitro evaluation of octyl methoxycinnamate liposomes](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/24376350/) Ethylhexyl methoxycinnamate · International Journal of Nanomedicine, 2013
- [Effect of seasonal and geographical differences on skin and effect of treatment with an osmoprotectant: Sorbitol](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/23752031/) Sorbitol · Journal of Cosmetic Science, 2013
- [Influence of vitamin E acetate on stratum corneum hydration](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/9706379/) Tocopheryl acetate · Arzneimittel-Forschung, 1998
- [Nanostructured Lipid Carrier Based Gel Containing α-Tocopherol and α-Tocopheryl Acetate for Synergistic Cutaneous Antiaging Efficacy](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/41309687/) Tocopheryl acetate · Scientific Reports, 2025
- [Safety assessment on comedogenicity of dermatological products containing d-alpha tocopheryl acetate in Asian subjects: A double-blind randomized controlled trial](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/34471722/) Tocopheryl acetate · Contemporary Clinical Trials Communications, 2021
- [Mitigation of ultraviolet-induced erythema and inflammation by para-hydroxycinnamic acid in human skin](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/39138602/) Ethylhexyl methoxycinnamate · International Journal of Cosmetic Science, 2025
- [Facial disbiosis and UV filters](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/39499337/) Ethylhexyl methoxycinnamate · Archives of Dermatological Research, 2024
- [Impact of dermal emulsions containing diacyl phospholipids, mono acyl phospholipids, sodium lauryl ether sulfate and polysorbate 80 in combination with UVA irradiation on human skin physiology in vivo: A pilot study](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/42617898/) Sodium laureth sulfate · International Journal of Pharmaceutics, 2026

## Biore routines

- 83% fit: [Routine for dry skin](https://lovi.care/skincare/ca/brands/biore/skincare-routine/for/dry-skin)
- 88% fit: [Routine for oily skin](https://lovi.care/skincare/ca/brands/biore/skincare-routine/for/oily-skin)
- 88% fit: [Routine for combination skin](https://lovi.care/skincare/ca/brands/biore/skincare-routine/for/combination-skin)
- 89% fit: [Routine for sensitive skin](https://lovi.care/skincare/ca/brands/biore/skincare-routine/for/sensitive-skin)
- 84% fit: [Routine for acne-prone skin](https://lovi.care/skincare/ca/brands/biore/skincare-routine/for/acne-prone-skin)
- 88% fit: [Routine for mature skin](https://lovi.care/skincare/ca/brands/biore/skincare-routine/for/mature-skin)
- 87% fit: [Routine for skin with dark spots](https://lovi.care/skincare/ca/brands/biore/skincare-routine/for/dark-spots)
- 83% fit: [Routine for dry sensitive skin](https://lovi.care/skincare/ca/brands/biore/skincare-routine/for/dry-sensitive-skin)
- 87% fit: [Routine for oily acne-prone skin](https://lovi.care/skincare/ca/brands/biore/skincare-routine/for/oily-acne-prone-skin)

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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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