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Biore vs ISDIN

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

Biore and ISDIN are established skincare brands offering distinct approaches to daily care. The Japanese pioneer relies on balanced formulas for its popular sunscreens, cleansers, masks, and makeup removers, while the Spanish house features elegant moisturizers, advanced sunscreens, restorative serums, and targeted eye products. Both collections suit specific needs well, as the former is tailored for oily skin and combination skin, and the latter provides gentle comfort for dry skin and sensitive skin. Ultimately, they differ in their heritage and precise formulations, with the first brand emphasizing clarifying solutions and the second focusing on restorative daily support.

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

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ISDIN is a Spanish skincare brand founded in 1975 and owned by Puig.

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

Popular Biore vs ISDIN products

People Say

BioreISDIN
  • Lightweight and Watery Texture Often MentionedMostly Mentioned
    • “absorbs instantly — ISDIN Eryfotona Actinica”
    • “ultra-light fluid product, which makes it super easy to apply — ISDIN Fusion Water”
    • “Lightweight formula absorbs fast — ISDIN Hyaluronic Concentrate”
    • “melts into skin — Biore UV Aqua Rich”
  • Hydration and Dewy Finish Sometimes NotedMostly Mentioned
    • “Improved moisture and texture — ISDIN Hyaluronic Moisture”
    • “skin looks smooth and healthy — ISDIN K-Ox Eyes”
    • “Skin feels intensely hydrated — ISDIN Hyaluronic Concentrate”
    • “feels like a moisturizer — Biore UV Aqua Rich”
  • Makeup Base Compatibility Sometimes NotedOften Mentioned
    • “acts like a primer — ISDIN Eryfotona Actinica”
    • “My skin felt sooo hydrated and looks so plump and dewey. — ISDIN Fusion Water”
    • “Great under makeup — ISDIN Hyaluronic Concentrate”
    • “primer-like — Biore UV Aqua Rich”
  • Effective Debris and Makeup Removal Often MentionedNot noted
    • “Gets the gunk out — Biore Deep Cleansing Pore Strips”
    • “Removes waterproof mascara, eyeliner, foundation. — Biore Makeup Remover Perfect Oil”
  • No White Cast Often MentionedSometimes Noted
    • “transparent finish — Biore UV Aqua Rich”
    • “doesn't leave you white as a ghost — ISDIN Fusion Water”
  • Gentle on Sensitive Skin Not notedOften Mentioned
    • “Sensitive/reactive skin tolerates — ISDIN Hyaluronic Moisture”
    • “doesn't sting eyes — ISDIN Eryfotona Actinica”
    • “perfect for sensitive cum oily skin people — ISDIN Fusion Water”
  • Fragrance Sensitivity and Strong Scent Sometimes NotedOften Mentioned
    • “strong citrus smell — Biore UV Aqua Rich”
    • “Smells like chemicals — Biore Deep Pore Charcoal Cleanser”
    • “smell is overpowering — ISDIN Eryfotona Actinica”
  • High Price Point Not notedOften Mentioned
    • “very expensive — ISDIN Eryfotona Actinica”
  • Skin Irritation and Redness Often MentionedRarely Noted
    • “mild redness or irritation — ISDIN K-Ox Eyes”
    • “I think the serum is too strong for my face as it has burned and left very rough and a peeling face. — ISDIN Flavo-C Serum”
    • “slight peeling — ISDIN Retinal Intense Serum”
    • “Nose was irritated — Biore Deep Cleansing Pore Strips”

Biore vs ISDIN routines for dry skin

Buy ISDIN routine · $255.68 · 94% fitBuy Biore routine · $141.68 · 89% fitSee multi-brand routine · 99% fit

Biore vs ISDIN routines for oily skin

Buy Biore routine · $315.98 · 94% fitBuy ISDIN routine · $437.98 · 93% fitSee multi-brand routine · 98% fit

Biore vs ISDIN routines for combination skin

Buy Biore routine · $307.57 · 94% fitBuy ISDIN routine · $429.57 · 93% fitSee multi-brand routine · 97% fit

Questions and answers

Biore or ISDIN: which is better?

Both brands are great choices, but ISDIN is a better fit for dry sensitive skin with a Superior Lovi rating compared to Biore's High rating. Every product on the Biore page lists no fragrance, whereas some ISDIN products contain fragrance.

What is the difference between Biore and ISDIN?

ISDIN products on this page often come with a higher price point and sometimes include fragrance, while every Biore product on this page lists no fragrance. ISDIN generally offers better lightweight and watery texture, hydration, and makeup base compatibility, whereas Biore does better with effective debris and makeup removal and no white cast.

Biore or ISDIN for dry skin?

For dry skin, ISDIN reaches a Superior Lovi fit level while Biore reaches a High fit level. ISDIN features products like Eryfotona Actinica and Fusion Water that are well-rated for dry skin, though some formulas contain fragrance.

Biore or ISDIN: which sunscreen is better?

When comparing sunscreen options, ISDIN achieves a Superior Lovi fit level for mature and sensitive skin on this page, while Biore achieves a High fit level for UV Aqua Rich on combination skin. Reviewers note that ISDIN offers ultralight, skin-friendly sunscreens that work well with makeup, whereas Biore is recognized for providing no white cast.

Which is more affordable, Biore or ISDIN?

ISDIN often comes with a high price point according to reviewers, while the products on this page from Biore are generally more affordable.

Which brand offers better makeup base compatibility between Biore and ISDIN?

ISDIN offers better makeup base compatibility compared to Biore, as ISDIN performs better in this category according to reviewer themes.

How do the founding years and parent companies of Biore and ISDIN compare?

Biore was founded in Japan in 1980 and is owned by Kao Corporation, while ISDIN was founded in Spain in 1975 and is owned by Puig.

Do Biore or ISDIN products contain fragrance?

Every Biore product on this page lists no fragrance in its ingredients, whereas some ISDIN products on this page do contain fragrance while others do not.

Biore or ISDIN for oily skin?

Both Biore and ISDIN achieve a Superior Lovi fit for oily skin with the products on this page. ISDIN wins on review themes for lightweight and watery texture, hydration and dewy finish, makeup base compatibility, and gentle on sensitive skin, while Biore products on this page list no fragrance.

Biore or ISDIN for sensitive skin?

For sensitive skin, both brands work well because Lovi rates the routine fit as Superior for each. Reviewers note that ISDIN offers gentle sunscreens and lightweight moisturizers, while Biore products on this page list no fragrance in their ingredients.

Biore or ISDIN for acne-prone skin?

For acne-prone skin, both brands offer products on this page with varying fit levels, while Lovi rates both Biore and ISDIN routines as Superior.

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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