Biore vs Theramid
Biore and Theramid are two distinct skincare lines offering specialized daily care. The Japanese brand is known for sunscreens, cleansers, masks, and makeup removers that suit oily and combination skin best. Conversely, the Spanish brand is cherished for advanced moisturizers and targeted serums that suit balanced, dry, combination, oily, and sensitive skin best. While both rely on carefully balanced formulas, they differ primarily in their product types, founding years, and the broader range of skin types they accommodate.
Biore is a Japanese skincare brand founded in 1980 and owned by Kao Corporation.
Theramid is a Spanish skincare brand founded in 2022 and owned by Cosnova Group since 2026.
This page compares some of the most popular Biore and Theramid products; for every product of both brands, with a fit score for your own skin, use the Lovi app.
Popular Biore vs Theramid products
People Say
Texture and Absorption Often MentionedMostly Mentioned
- “the texture is a sophisticated, lightweight gel that absorbs almost instantly without leaving a sticky residue — Theramid Copper Peptide”
- “Absorbs quickly — Theramid DERMA-PEPTIDES”
- “Nice lightweight emulsion — Theramid Ceramide Treatment”
- “melts into skin — 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”
- “Removes waterproof mascara, eyeliner, foundation. — Biore Makeup Remover Perfect Oil”
Anti-Aging and Firmness Not notedMostly Mentioned
- “Fine lines are less visible — Theramid DERMA-PEPTIDES”
- “my skin feels incredibly fed and plump — Theramid Copper Peptide”
Ease of Use Mostly MentionedNot noted
- “Minimal effort required — Biore Deep Cleansing Pore Strips”
- “Love the tingle — Biore Deep Pore Charcoal Cleanser”
- “Works in shower, effective on wet hands/face. — Biore Makeup Remover Perfect Oil”
Gentle Formulation Not notedOften Mentioned
- “Suitable for sensitive skin — Theramid DERMA-PEPTIDES”
- “incredibly gentle... I experienced zero redness or irritation — Theramid Copper Peptide”
Finish and Appearance Often MentionedSometimes Noted
- “transparent finish — Biore UV Aqua Rich”
- “primer-like — Biore UV Aqua Rich”
- “feels like a moisturizer — Biore UV Aqua Rich”
- “instantly gives the skin a radiant glow and freshness — Theramid Copper Peptide”
Skin Irritation and Sensitivity Mostly MentionedNot noted
- “stings eyes — Biore UV Aqua Rich”
Scents and Fragrance Often MentionedRarely Noted
- “Didn't like the scent — Theramid Ceramide Treatment”
- “smells like alcohol — Biore UV Aqua Rich”
Drying and Stripping Effects Often MentionedNot noted
- “Made my skin peel — Biore Deep Pore Charcoal Cleanser”
Questions and answers
Biore or Theramid: which is better?
Theramid is generally better for anti-aging and gentle, restorative moisturizers, while Biore is better for cleansing and ease of use based on the products on this page.
What is the difference between Biore and Theramid?
Biore and Theramid differ across several performance areas, with Biore doing better for cleansing and debris removal, ease of use, and finish and appearance, while Theramid does better for texture and absorption, anti-aging and firmness, and gentle formulation.
Which is more affordable, Biore or Theramid?
The provided page facts do not contain pricing information, so neither Biore nor Theramid can be identified as more affordable.
Which causes fewer breakouts, Biore or Theramid?
Biore products on this page generally fit acne-prone skin better, achieving an Average Lovi fit level across several items, whereas Theramid products range from High to Low for acne-prone skin.
Which brand has been established longer and in which countries were they founded?
Biore has been established longer, having been founded in Japan in 1980, whereas Theramid was founded much later in Spain in 2022.
How do Biore and Theramid compare regarding skin irritation and sensitivity according to reviewers?
According to reviewers, Theramid has more issues with skin irritation and sensitivity compared to Biore, where it is noted as a negative review theme for the brand.
What are the best skin types for Biore based on its brand-focused routines?
Based on its brand-focused routines, the products on this page for Biore fit oily skin, combination skin, and acne-prone skin best.
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.
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PhD in computer science, 3x US patent holder, ex-Google, ex-Yandex
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Dr. Sofía Perea Pérez, MD, MSc
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Aesthetic medicine practitioner, MSc in Longevity and Anti-Aging Medicine
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Specialist dermatologist, MBBS, MD, IFAAD
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Elina Nazarenko, MD
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Victoria Derkova, MS
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Cosmetic chemist, cosmetic development technologist
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