# The Face Shop skincare

Page: https://lovi.care/skincare/ca/brands/the-face-shop

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The Face Shop is a Korean skincare brand founded in 2003 and owned by LG Corp since 2009.

[cosmeticsbusiness.com](https://cosmeticsbusiness.com/south-korea-s-lg-buys-fruits-passion-89591) [ms.wikipedia.org](https://ms.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Face_Shop) [tracxn.com](https://tracxn.com/d/companies/the-face-shop/__2tEID49gXpeczoCUmj8msWaWPNzMdQaT_7g3aZWX9FU) [en.namu.wiki](https://en.namu.wiki/w/LG%EC%83%9D%ED%99%9C%EA%B1%B4%EA%B0%95)

The Face Shop is loved for its nourishing cleansers, effective makeup removers, rich moisturizers, and soothing toners, all crafted from gentle and dependable formulas. Its products suit dry sensitive skin and sensitive skin best, owing to their comforting and mild nature. For specific concerns, the brand offers standout options including the [Rice](https://lovi.care/skincare/ca/ingredients/rice) & Ceramide Moisturizing Toner for acne-prone skin, the Rice Water Bright for skin with dark spots, and the Rice Water Bright Light Cleansing Oil for mature skin. Through these carefully formulated offerings, its products provide thoughtful care for everyday skincare routines.

This page covers some of the most popular The Face Shop products; for the whole The Face Shop 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=pgc8aa73e406).

### Other The Face Shop products

#### Other products

- [Rice Water Bright Light Cleansing Oil](https://lovi.care/skincare/ca/p/the-face-shop/rice-water-bright-light-cleansing-oil/for/dark-spots) — High fit — [CA$19.90 at Amazon](https://www.amazon.ca/dp/B00809ERAM?tag=lovi-care-web-product01-20&linkCode=osi&th=1&psc=1)
- [Rice & Ceramide Moisturizing Toner](https://lovi.care/skincare/ca/p/the-face-shop/rice-and-ceramide-moisturizing-toner/for/sensitive-skin) — High fit — [CA$16.00 at Amazon](https://www.amazon.ca/dp/B0GJGD9SGM?tag=lovi-care-web-product01-20&linkCode=osi&th=1&psc=1)
- [Rice & Ceramide Moisturizing Cream](https://lovi.care/skincare/ca/p/the-face-shop/rice-and-ceramide-moisturizing-cream/for/dry-sensitive-skin) — High fit — [CA$18.00 at Amazon](https://www.amazon.ca/dp/B0GJTM6W2Q?tag=lovi-care-web-product01-20&linkCode=osi&th=1&psc=1)
- [Rice Water Bright](https://lovi.care/skincare/ca/p/the-face-shop/rice-water-bright/for/dry-skin) — High fit

## People Say

★4.4

Overall rating based on 13.6k+ reviews

Reviewers most often praise The Face Shop for deep hydration, effective makeup removal, and brightening effects. The most common complaints are strong fragrance and skin irritation.

### Highlights

- Good value skincare products Mostly Mentioned “Bottle lasts for months — Rice Water Bright” “bottle lasts forever — Rice Water Bright Light Cleansing Oil” “Great price for quality — Rice & Ceramide Moisturizing Cream”
- Overpowering fragrance Mostly Mentioned “smell is overpowering — Rice Water Bright Light Cleansing Oil” “Smell is too strong — Rice & Ceramide Moisturizing Cream” “smells like old lady perfume — Rice & Ceramide Moisturizing Toner”

Sources: lovi.care, amazon.com, iherb.com, reddit.com, youtube.com, yesstyle.com, and more

## Questions and answers

### Is The Face Shop good for oily skin?

Yes, The Face Shop is a good choice for oily skin, as Lovi rates the routine High for oily skin. The The Face Shop products on this page list no fragrance in their ingredients.

### Is The Face Shop worth it?

The Face Shop offers good value skincare products, though reviewers note that they feature an overpowering fragrance. Lovi rates the brand-focused routines High for dry skin and sensitive skin. The Face Shop products on this page list no fragrance in their ingredients.

### What are The Face Shop's best products?

The Face Shop products on this page best fit dry sensitive skin, sensitive skin, and mature skin. [Rice Water](https://lovi.care/skincare/ca/ingredients/rice) Bright cleanser and Rice Water Bright Light Cleansing Oil rate High for dry sensitive skin, while Rice & Ceramide Moisturizing Toner rates High for sensitive skin.

### Which The Face Shop moisturizer is best for dry skin?

The best moisturizer for dry skin is Rice & Ceramide [Moisturizing Cream](https://lovi.care/skincare/ca/ingredients/moisturizing-cream). Lovi rates this moisturizer High for dry skin.

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

### Does The Face Shop cause breakouts?

The Face Shop is unlikely to cause breakouts, as the The Face Shop products on this page are fragrance-free and Lovi rates acne-prone skin fit as High for the brand. Reviewers mention good value, while some note overpowering fragrance.

### Is The Face Shop fragrance-free?

Yes, the The Face Shop products on this page list no fragrance in their ingredients.

### What are the key ingredients in The Face Shop products?

The key ingredients in the The Face Shop products on this page include rice water, rice extract, [rice bran oil](https://lovi.care/skincare/ca/ingredients/rice-bran), and ceramides. Rice water and rice extract help nourish and brighten the skin, while ceramides help support the skin barrier.

[International Journal of Cosmetic Science, 2020](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/32812663/) [International Journal of Dermatology, 2008](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/18717861/)

### How do I build a The Face Shop skincare routine?

To build a routine with The Face Shop for dry skin, start your morning with the Rice Water Bright cleanser, Rice & Ceramide Moisturizing Toner, and Rice & Ceramide Moisturizing Cream, followed by your favorite SPF. In the evening, use the Rice Water Bright Light Cleansing Oil as a pre-cleanser, repeat the cleanser and cream, and add a targeted [serum](https://lovi.care/skincare/ca/ingredients/serum). Once a week, add a nourishing mask into your evening routine after cleansing.

### Where can I buy The Face Shop, and how much does it cost?

The Face Shop products on this page are sold at stores in Canada. Prices range from CA$16.00 to CA$19.90, with most items falling between CA$16.00 and CA$19.90.

### What are good alternatives to The Face Shop?

Good alternatives to The Face Shop include SKIN1004, Anua, Medicube, Beauty of Joseon, COSRX, and Dr. Althea, which all have dedicated brand pages on Lovi. For dry skin, Lovi rates the SKIN1004-focused routine as Superior compared to a High fit for The Face Shop.

### The Face Shop vs SKIN1004: which is better?

SKIN1004 is slightly better for most skin types, as Lovi rates the SKIN1004-focused routine Superior for dry and sensitive skin, compared to High for The Face Shop. However, the The Face Shop products on this page are a good value and may help keep skin soft and calm without any added fragrance.

### Who owns The Face Shop, and where is it from?

The Face Shop is a Korean brand founded in 2003, owned by LG Corp since 2009.

[cosmeticsbusiness.com](https://cosmeticsbusiness.com/south-korea-s-lg-buys-fruits-passion-89591) [ms.wikipedia.org](https://ms.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Face_Shop) [tracxn.com](https://tracxn.com/d/companies/the-face-shop/__2tEID49gXpeczoCUmj8msWaWPNzMdQaT_7g3aZWX9FU) [en.namu.wiki](https://en.namu.wiki/w/LG%EC%83%9D%ED%99%9C%EA%B1%B4%EA%B0%95)

### Is The Face Shop cruelty-free?

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

### Is The Face Shop good for dry skin?

Yes, The Face Shop is good for dry skin because Lovi rates the brand-focused routine High for dry skin. The Face Shop products on this page list no fragrance in their ingredients.

### Which The Face Shop cleanser is best for oily skin?

Rice Water Bright is the cleanser on this page for oily skin. Lovi rates Rice Water Bright Average for oily skin.

### Is The Face Shop good for sensitive skin?

Yes, The Face Shop is good for sensitive skin because Lovi rates its brand-focused routine High for sensitive skin. Additionally, all the The Face Shop products on this page list no fragrance in their ingredients.

### Is The Face Shop good for acne-prone skin?

Yes, The Face Shop is good for acne-prone skin, as Lovi rates its brand-focused routine High for this skin type. The Face Shop products on this page list no fragrance in their ingredients, which helps avoid irritation.

### Is The Face Shop good for skin with dark spots?

Yes, The Face Shop offers products that fit skin with dark spots well, such as Rice Water Bright and Rice & Ceramide Moisturizing Toner, which both rate High for dark spots. Reviewers also mention that the brand provides good value skincare products.

[International Journal of Cosmetic Science, 2020](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/32812663/)

### Is The Face Shop good for mature skin?

Yes, The Face Shop is good for mature skin, as Lovi rates the Rice Water Bright cleanser and the Rice & Ceramide Moisturizing Toner High for mature skin. Rice water extracts help support skin hydration and may provide anti-ageing activity for a smoother look.

[International Journal of Cosmetic Science, 2020](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/32812663/)

## Research behind The Face Shop's key ingredients

- [Formation and stability of oil-in-water nanoemulsions containing rice bran oil: in vitro and in vivo assessments](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/21952107/) Rice bran oil · Journal of Nanobiotechnology, 2011
- [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
- [Effect of topically applied lipids on surfactant-irritated skin](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/8746332/) Canola oil · The British Journal of Dermatology, 1996
- [In vivo anti-ageing activity of cream containing niosomes loaded with purple glutinous rice (Oryza sativa Linn.) extract](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/32812663/) Rice extract, Rice water · International Journal of Cosmetic Science, 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
- [Nanogel Containing Gamma-Oryzanol-Loaded Nanostructured Lipid Carriers and TiO2/MBBT: A Synergistic Nanotechnological Approach of Potent Natural Antioxidants and Nanosized UV Filters for Skin Protection](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37242453/) Rice bran oil · Pharmaceuticals, 2023
- [Black rice (Oryza sativa L.) extract modulates ultraviolet-induced expression of matrix metalloproteinases and procollagen in a skin cell model](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/29484380/) Rice extract · International Journal of Molecular Medicine, 2018
- [In Vitro and Randomized, Double-Blind, Placebo-Controlled Trial to Determine the Efficacy and Safety of Nine Antiacne Medicinal Plants](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/32695206/) Saponaria officinalis leaf extract · Evidence-based Complementary and Alternative Medicine, 2020
- [Topical application of highly concentrated water-in-oil emulsions: Physiological skin parameters and skin penetration in vivo - A pilot study](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/31525444/) Isopropyl myristate · International Journal of Pharmaceutics, 2019
- [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
- [Evaluation of Saponin-Rich Callus from Saponaria officinalis L. as a Novel Scrub Material with Significant Exfoliating and Anti-Inflammatory Effects](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/40431100/) Saponaria officinalis leaf extract · Plants, 2025

## The Face Shop routines

- 86% fit: [Routine for dry skin](https://lovi.care/skincare/ca/brands/the-face-shop/skincare-routine/for/dry-skin)
- 84% fit: [Routine for oily skin](https://lovi.care/skincare/ca/brands/the-face-shop/skincare-routine/for/oily-skin)
- 82% fit: [Routine for combination skin](https://lovi.care/skincare/ca/brands/the-face-shop/skincare-routine/for/combination-skin)
- 87% fit: [Routine for sensitive skin](https://lovi.care/skincare/ca/brands/the-face-shop/skincare-routine/for/sensitive-skin)
- 84% fit: [Routine for acne-prone skin](https://lovi.care/skincare/ca/brands/the-face-shop/skincare-routine/for/acne-prone-skin)
- 87% fit: [Routine for mature skin](https://lovi.care/skincare/ca/brands/the-face-shop/skincare-routine/for/mature-skin)
- 85% fit: [Routine for skin with dark spots](https://lovi.care/skincare/ca/brands/the-face-shop/skincare-routine/for/dark-spots)
- 89% fit: [Routine for dry sensitive skin](https://lovi.care/skincare/ca/brands/the-face-shop/skincare-routine/for/dry-sensitive-skin)
- 83% fit: [Routine for oily acne-prone skin](https://lovi.care/skincare/ca/brands/the-face-shop/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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