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Biore vs Allies of Skin

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

Biore and Allies of Skin are skincare brands that offer distinct approaches to complexion care, with the former known for sunscreens, cleansers, masks, and makeup removers, and the latter beloved for its moisturizers, serums, and eye products built around potent ingredients like niacinamide. The Japanese brand suits sensitive skin and oily skin best through gentle and clarifying formulations, while Allies of Skin suits dry skin and mature skin best by offering rich hydration and targeted nourishment. They differ primarily in their core offerings and ingredient focuses, with the Kao Corporation-owned line providing standout choices such as the UV Aqua Rich, Makeup Remover Perfect Oil, and Deep Pore Charcoal Cleanser, and the other featuring advanced treatments like the Molecular Saviour Probiotics Treatment Mist, Peptides and Antioxidants Firming Daily Treatment, and Peptides and Omegas Firming Eye Cream to improve skin aging signs and decrease hyperpigmentation.

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

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This page compares some of the most popular Biore and Allies of Skin products; for every product of both brands, with a fit score for your own skin, use the Lovi app.

Popular Biore vs Allies of Skin products

People Say

BioreAllies of Skin
  • Hydration and Dewiness Sometimes NotedMostly Mentioned
    • “nourished and hydrated — Allies of Skin Peptides & Omegas Firming Eye Cream”
    • “more like a spray serum — Allies of Skin Molecular Saviour Probiotics Treatment Mist”
    • “Skin feels hydrated — Allies of Skin Copper Tripeptide & Ectoin Advanced Repair Serum”
    • “feels like a moisturizer — Biore UV Aqua Rich”
  • Cleansing and Debris Removal Mostly MentionedNot noted
    • “Gets the gunk out — Biore Deep Cleansing Pore Strips”
    • “Face feels squeaky clean — Biore Deep Pore Charcoal Cleanser”
    • “No greasy film, leaves skin fresh, rinses easily. — Biore Makeup Remover Perfect Oil”
  • Lightweight and Watery Texture Often MentionedOften Mentioned
    • “melts into skin — Biore UV Aqua Rich”
    • “sinks easily into damp skin — Allies of Skin Tranexamic & Arbutin Advanced Brightening Serum”
    • “Absorbs instantly without sticky feeling — Allies of Skin Peptides & Antioxidants Firming Daily Treatment”
  • Texture Improvement Sometimes NotedOften Mentioned
    • “Woke up looking well-rested — Allies of Skin Retinal & Peptides Repair Night Cream”
    • “Pores appear to be tighter — Allies of Skin Copper Tripeptide & Ectoin Advanced Repair Serum”
    • “imparts a luminous glow — Allies of Skin Molecular Saviour Probiotics Treatment Mist”
    • “Leaves skin feeling clean — Biore Deep Cleansing Pore Strips”
  • Radiance and Brightening Not notedOften Mentioned
    • “gives skin an instant dewy glow — Allies of Skin Tranexamic & Arbutin Advanced Brightening Serum”
    • “scars visibly lightened after I started using this — Allies of Skin Tranexamic & Arbutin Advanced Brightening Serum”
    • “Gives me a nice youthful glow — Allies of Skin Peptides & Antioxidants Firming Daily Treatment”
  • Ease of Use and Application Often MentionedNot noted
    • “Minimal effort required — Biore Deep Cleansing Pore Strips”
    • “Works in shower, effective on wet hands/face. — Biore Makeup Remover Perfect Oil”
  • High Price Point Not notedMostly Mentioned
    • “Pricey — Allies of Skin Copper Tripeptide & Ectoin Advanced Repair Serum”
  • Skin Irritation and Sensitivity Often MentionedSometimes Noted
    • “Slightly irritating... when I first started — Allies of Skin Copper Tripeptide & Ectoin Advanced Repair Serum”
    • “rashes popped up on my neck — Allies of Skin Tranexamic & Arbutin Advanced Brightening Serum”
    • “stings my eyes — Allies of Skin Peptides & Omegas Firming Eye Cream”
    • “strong citrus smell — Biore UV Aqua Rich”
  • Alcohol and Strong Scents Often MentionedRarely Noted
    • “Distinct rancid smell — Allies of Skin Copper Tripeptide & Ectoin Advanced Repair Serum”
    • “gives a weird fermented stench — Allies of Skin Tranexamic & Arbutin Advanced Brightening Serum”
    • “smells like alcohol — Biore UV Aqua Rich”
  • Inconsistent or Temporary Results Sometimes NotedSometimes Noted
    • “Doesn't get all blackheads — Biore Deep Cleansing Pore Strips”
    • “Doesn't shrink pores — Biore Deep Cleansing Pore Strips”
    • “still not impressed with the results — Allies of Skin Tranexamic & Arbutin Advanced Brightening Serum”

Biore vs Allies of Skin routines for dry skin

Buy Allies of Skin routine · CA$427.33 · 97% fitBuy Biore routine · CA$305.06 · 83% fitSee multi-brand routine · 99% fit

Biore vs Allies of Skin routines for oily skin

Buy Allies of Skin routine · CA$565.07 · 93% fitBuy Biore routine · CA$291.34 · 88% fitSee multi-brand routine · 96% fit

Biore vs Allies of Skin routines for combination skin

Buy Allies of Skin routine · CA$532.16 · 94% fitBuy Biore routine · CA$273.42 · 88% fitSee multi-brand routine · 96% fit

Questions and answers

Biore or Allies of Skin: which is better?

Allies of Skin is generally better for hydration, texture improvement, and radiance, while Biore is better for straightforward cleansing and ease of use. Lovi rates Allies of Skin as Superior for dry skin routines and Biore as High.

What is the difference between Biore and Allies of Skin?

Allies of Skin is rated as Superior for dry skin, whereas the products on this page from Biore are rated as High. Niacinamide helps in reducing cutaneous pigmentation and suppression of melanosome transfer.

The British Journal of Dermatology, 2002

Biore or Allies of Skin for dry skin?

Allies of Skin is the better choice for dry skin, where Lovi rates the routine fit as Superior compared to Biore's High. Allies of Skin relies on ingredients like niacinamide, which helps improve skin quality.

The British Journal of Dermatology, 2002

Which is more affordable, Biore or Allies of Skin?

Biore is more affordable than Allies of Skin, as Allies of Skin has a high price point. Lovi rates the routine fit for both brands as Superior or High across various skin types.

Do Biore products contain fragrance?

Every Biore product on this page lists no fragrance in its ingredients.

What are the main skin types that Biore fits best?

The products on this page for Biore fit sensitive skin, oily skin, and combination skin best.

Which brand performs better for hydration and dewiness according to reviewers?

According to reviewers, Allies of Skin performs better for hydration and dewiness. Every product on this page for both brands lists no fragrance in its ingredients.

Biore or Allies of Skin for oily skin?

For oily skin, Lovi rates both Biore and Allies of Skin as having a High routine fit. The products on this page from Allies of Skin also feature Niacinamide, which helps improve skin texture and reduce oiliness.

The British Journal of Dermatology, 2002

Biore or Allies of Skin for sensitive skin?

For sensitive skin, Allies of Skin is rated Superior by Lovi, whereas Biore is rated High. Niacinamide in Allies of Skin helps reduce pigmentation, while ectoin may help soothe atopic skin conditions.

The British Journal of Dermatology, 2002

Biore or Allies of Skin for acne-prone skin?

For acne-prone skin, Lovi rates both Biore and Allies of Skin as High for the products on this page. Allies of Skin may help with calming serums and brightening, but reviewers mention that it can sometimes cause initial irritation.

The British Journal of Dermatology, 2002

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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