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SK-II vs Augustinus Bader

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

SK-II and Augustinus Bader are luxury skincare lines celebrated for delivering refined results to discerning complexions. The Japanese pioneer relies on its signature pitera across moisturizers, serums, masks, and toners that suit dry and combination skin best, while the German house utilizes sophisticated formulas in nourishing moisturizers, targeted serums, and eye products tailored for dry and dry sensitive skin. Both brands address specific concerns with standout creations like specialized essences and rich creams, differing mainly in their foundational ingredients and the exact skin types they favor.

SK-II is a Japanese skincare brand founded in 1980 and owned by The Procter & Gamble Company since 1991.

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Augustinus Bader is a German skincare brand founded in 2018.

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

Popular SK-II vs Augustinus Bader products

People Say

SK-IIAugustinus Bader
  • Improves skin texture Mostly MentionedMostly Mentioned
    • “skin feels soft as butter — SK-II Facial Treatment Essence”
    • “pores became miraculously invisible — SK-II Facial Treatment Mask”
    • “Smoother skin — SK-II Facial Treatment Clear Lotion”
    • “Softens fine lines — Augustinus Bader The Rich Cream”
  • Radiance and glow Mostly MentionedMostly Mentioned
    • “gives a glass skin look — SK-II Facial Treatment Essence”
    • “leaves me with a red carpet glow — SK-II Facial Treatment Mask”
    • “Instant youthful glow — Augustinus Bader The Rich Cream”
    • “Instantly hydrated — Augustinus Bader The Face Oil”
  • Balances and hydrates Mostly MentionedOften Mentioned
    • “flooded my skin with moisture — SK-II Facial Treatment Mask”
    • “skin feels deeply hydrated, plump, and smoother — SK-II Skinpower Advanced Cream”
    • “Leaves skin soft, feels moisturized, does not dry out skin. — SK-II Facial Treatment Cleansing Oil”
    • “Extremely dry skin saved — Augustinus Bader The Rich Cream”
  • Lightweight and fast absorption Sometimes NotedMostly Mentioned
    • “light but nourishing — Augustinus Bader The Cream”
    • “sinks in instantly — Augustinus Bader The Serum”
    • “light gel texture — Augustinus Bader The Eye Cream”
    • “drinks right into the skin — SK-II Facial Treatment Essence”
  • Convenient packaging Rarely NotedSometimes Noted
    • “Luxurious heavy bottle — Augustinus Bader The Rich Cream”
    • “epitome of luxury — Augustinus Bader The Serum”
    • “Pump dispenser is convenient. — SK-II Genoptics Ultraura Essence”
  • High price Mostly MentionedMostly Mentioned
    • “way too expensive — SK-II Facial Treatment Essence”
    • “not sure justified by price — Augustinus Bader The Cream”
  • Lack of results Often MentionedOften Mentioned
    • “did absolutely nothing — SK-II Facial Treatment Essence”
    • “No visible difference — SK-II Facial Treatment Clear Lotion”
    • “didn't see dramatic results — Augustinus Bader The Cream”
    • “minimal results for me — Augustinus Bader The Serum”
  • Breakouts and skin reactions Often MentionedOften Mentioned
    • “caused tiny red bumps — SK-II Facial Treatment Essence”
    • “dried to a tacky finish — SK-II Facial Treatment Mask”
    • “Caused cystic acne — Augustinus Bader The Rich Cream”
    • “Feels like glue — Augustinus Bader The Rich Cream”
  • Unpleasant scent Often MentionedSometimes Noted
    • “Smells like old crayons — Augustinus Bader The Rich Cream”
    • “Smells like vegetable oil — Augustinus Bader The Face Oil”
    • “smells like dirty feet — SK-II Facial Treatment Essence”

SK-II vs Augustinus Bader routines for dry skin

Buy Augustinus Bader routine · CA$527.91 · 98% fitBuy SK-II routine · CA$783.50 · 93% fitSee multi-brand routine · 99% fit

SK-II vs Augustinus Bader routines for oily skin

Buy Augustinus Bader routine · CA$658.88 · 94% fitBuy SK-II routine · CA$1,101.33 · 91% fitSee multi-brand routine · 96% fit

SK-II vs Augustinus Bader routines for combination skin

Buy SK-II routine · CA$1,065.33 · 93% fitBuy Augustinus Bader routine · CA$625.97 · 93% fitSee multi-brand routine · 96% fit

Questions and answers

SK-II or Augustinus Bader: which is better?

Both brands are great, but Augustinus Bader achieves a Superior Lovi fit for mature skin, sensitive skin, and skin with dark spots, while SK-II reaches a High fit for those skin types. Reviewers note that Augustinus Bader offers lightweight moisturizers and radiance, whereas SK-II products on this page list Pitera as a key ingredient.

What is the difference between SK-II and Augustinus Bader?

SK-II relies on Pitera as its key ingredient and performs better for improving skin texture as well as balancing and hydrating, while Augustinus Bader centers on TFC8 and tends to offer more lightweight moisturizers with more convenient packaging. Reviewers note that both brands share similar drawbacks regarding high price, lack of results, and breakouts, but Augustinus Bader is more frequently associated with unpleasant scents.

SK-II or Augustinus Bader for dry skin?

Both brands achieve a Superior Lovi fit level for dry skin. SK-II features Pitera as its key ingredient, while Augustinus Bader relies on TFC8.

SK-II or Augustinus Bader: which moisturizer is better?

When choosing a moisturizer, both SK-II and Augustinus Bader offer products on this page with high or superior Lovi fit levels for dry skin, though Augustinus Bader achieves a superior fit specifically with The Rich Cream. Reviewers often mention that Augustinus Bader provides lightweight moisturizers and radiance and glow.

Which is more affordable, SK-II or Augustinus Bader?

Both brands feature products on this page that are noted for having an extreme high price, meaning neither is definitively more affordable.

Which brand has better packaging, SK-II or Augustinus Bader?

Augustinus Bader has more convenient packaging according to the review themes on this page, whereas SK-II offers average to high Lovi fit levels depending on the specific product.

Which brand uses TFC8 and which uses Pitera as their key ingredient?

Augustinus Bader uses TFC8 as its key ingredient across the products on this page, while SK-II uses Pitera.

How do the morning routines for dry skin compare between SK-II and Augustinus Bader?

For dry skin, the morning routines for both SK-II and Augustinus Bader share identical cleansing, toning, and sun protection steps. They differ only in the moisturizer used, with SK-II utilizing Facial Treatment Essence and Augustinus Bader applying The Rich Cream.

SK-II or Augustinus Bader for oily skin?

For oily skin, both SK-II and Augustinus Bader achieve a Superior routine fit level on this page. Reviewers note that Augustinus Bader offers better lightweight and fast absorption, while SK-II products on this page list no fragrance.

SK-II or Augustinus Bader for sensitive skin?

Augustinus Bader has a High fit level for sensitive skin, whereas SK-II offers a Superior fit level for this skin type according to Lovi.

SK-II or Augustinus Bader for acne-prone skin?

For acne-prone skin, both brands offer products on this page with strong Lovi fit levels, but SK-II has a superior fit for the brand-focused routine.

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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