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Lancôme vs KORRES

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Lancôme and KORRES are two distinct skincare lines known for their thoughtful array of moisturizers, eye products, serums, and gentle cleansers. The French brand offers formulations rich in glycerin, hyaluronic acid, and adenosine that suit sensitive skin and mature skin best, while the botanical Greek brand draws on natural formulas to suit dry, sensitive, normal, and combination skin. Although both provide standout solutions for concerns like acne, dark spots, and aging, Lancôme focuses on restorative active ingredients, whereas KORRES relies on the rich heritage of its botanical formulas to support natural balance.

Lancôme is a French skincare brand founded in 1935 and owned by L'Oréal S.A. since 1964.

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

Popular Lancôme vs KORRES products

People Say

LancômeKORRES
  • Deep hydration and moisture Mostly MentionedOften Mentioned
    • “gives my skin an instant dewy glow — Lancôme Tonique Confort”
    • “keeps the skin soft and hydrated — Lancôme HYDRA ZEN”
    • “The product provides deep hydration and visible rejuvenation. — Lancôme Advanced Génifique Night Cream”
    • “saved my dry skin — KORRES Velvet Skin Drink”
  • Lightweight texture Often MentionedOften Mentioned
    • “absorbs quickly — Lancôme RÉNERGIE”
    • “absorbs almost instantly — Lancôme Génifique Ultimate”
    • “absorbs instantly — KORRES Santorini Grape Poreless Skin Cream”
    • “rich... without being greasy — KORRES Bounce Firming Moisturizer”
  • Luxurious texture and feel Sometimes NotedMostly Mentioned
    • “feels like velvet — KORRES Velvet Skin Drink”
    • “Luxurious foam — KORRES Foaming Cream Cleanser”
    • “creamy and luxurious feel — KORRES Greek Yoghurt Foaming Cream Cleanser”
    • “melts right into skin — Lancôme Absolue Revitalizing Eye Cream”
  • Effective makeup removal Sometimes NotedOften Mentioned
    • “removes liquid eyeliner — KORRES Greek Yoghurt Foaming Cream Cleanser”
    • “Melts away makeup — KORRES Foaming Cream Cleanser”
    • “Dissolves waterproof mascara instantly — Lancôme Bi-Facil Double Action Eye Makeup Remover”
  • Non-stripping and gentle cleansers Not notedOften Mentioned
    • “Leaves skin soft — KORRES Foaming Cream Cleanser”
    • “leaves face soft and smooth — KORRES Greek Yoghurt Foaming Cream Cleanser”
  • Gentle on eyes and sensitive areas Sometimes NotedOften Mentioned
    • “Calms redness — KORRES Foaming Cream Cleanser”
    • “calmed my redness — KORRES Santorini Grape Poreless Skin Cream”
    • “Doesn't sting my eyes — Lancôme Bi-Facil Double Action Eye Makeup Remover”
  • High price point Mostly MentionedSometimes Noted
    • “Expensive for cleanser — KORRES Foaming Cream Cleanser”
    • “priciest face cleanser — KORRES Greek Yoghurt Foaming Cream Cleanser”
    • “pricey for the size — KORRES Velvet Skin Drink”
    • “super expensive — Lancôme Absolue Precious Oil”
  • Strong or unpleasant fragrance Often MentionedOften Mentioned
    • “My only issue with it is the fragrance. — Lancôme Hydra Zen Gel Cream”
    • “scent is too strong — Lancôme Absolue Revitalizing Eye Cream”
    • “overwhelming fragrance — Lancôme Absolue Precious Oil”
    • “smells like babies — KORRES Greek Yoghurt Foaming Cream Cleanser”
  • Packaging and design issues Sometimes NotedSometimes Noted
    • “dispenser stopped working — Lancôme RÉNERGIE”
    • “struggled to open cap — Lancôme Génifique Ultimate”
    • “Needs a pump — KORRES Foaming Cream Cleanser”
    • “hard to control amount — KORRES Greek Yoghurt Foaming Cream Cleanser”

Questions and answers

Lancôme or KORRES: which is better?

Lancome is better for deep hydration and mature or sensitive skin, while Korres excels in gentle, non-stripping cleansers and effective makeup removal. Topical hyaluronic acid, found in the products on this page, helps improve skin quality and signs of aging.

Dermatologic Therapy, 2022

What is the difference between Lancôme and KORRES?

Lancôme features a High fit for sensitive skin with key ingredients like glycerin, whereas KORRES provides high ratings for gentle, non-stripping cleansers and hydrating moisturizers. Reviewers note that Lancôme products often offer deep hydration, while KORRES is known for luxurious textures and effective makeup removal.

Lancôme or KORRES: which cleanser is better?

KORRES cleansers are a better choice for gentle, non-stripping cleansing, as reviewers frequently highlight their rich, creamy textures and effective makeup removal compared to Lancôme cleansers. The products on this page for KORRES feature options like the Greek Yoghurt Foaming Cream Cleanser, which achieves a High fit level for sensitive skin, whereas Lancôme's cleanser options carry warnings across multiple skin types.

Which is more affordable, Lancôme or KORRES?

KORRES is more affordable for shoppers, as high price point is a commonly noted drawback for Lancôme and high price and value concerns are frequently reported for the products on this page by reviewers.

Which causes fewer breakouts, Lancôme or KORRES?

Lancome is a better option for skin prone to breakouts, as the products on this page achieve High fit levels for acne-prone skin, whereas KORRES products on this page mostly achieve Average fit levels for that skin type.

Which brand has more products without fragrance, Lancôme or KORRES?

Lancôme has more products without fragrance, with 3 of its 14 products on this page listing no fragrance, whereas KORRES has none.

Which brand is better for sensitive skin according to their best-fit skin types?

According to their best-fit skin types, Lancôme is a better option for sensitive skin since it is highlighted as one of its best-fit skin types, whereas KORRES does not list sensitive skin among its top fits.

When was each company founded and who currently owns them?

Lancôme was founded in France in 1935 and has been owned by L'Oréal S.A. since 1964, while KORRES was founded in 1996 and is currently owned by Halcyon Equity Partners and Giorgos Korres as of 2024.

Lancôme or KORRES: which moisturizer is better?

Both brands offer moisturizers with distinct benefits, with Lancôme providing deep hydration and KORRES focusing on lightweight textures and firming. Reviewers note that Lancôme delivers deep moisture, while KORRES is known for hydrating and velvety formulas.

Dermatologic Therapy, 2022

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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