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Simple vs KORRES

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Simple and KORRES are distinct skincare options rooted in thoughtful daily care. Simple offers gentle moisturizers, makeup removers, cleansers, and toners enriched with niacinamide and glycerin, while KORRES is widely loved for its thoughtful moisturizers and cleansers drawing on scientifically crafted formulas. The British brand suits acne-prone skin and oily skin best, whereas the Greek counterpart suits dry skin and sensitive skin best. They differ primarily in their ingredient profiles and ideal skin types, helping users achieve a balanced, radiant complexion.

Simple is a British skincare brand founded in 1960 and owned by Unilever PLC since 2011.

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

Popular Simple vs KORRES products

People Say

SimpleKORRES
  • Gentle on sensitive skin Mostly MentionedMostly Mentioned
    • “Does not cause any form of irritation on the skin which I love. — Simple Micellar Cleansing Water”
    • “The only cleanser that doesn't turn my face red. — Simple Micellar Water”
    • “no artificial perfume — Simple Hydrating Light Moisturiser”
    • “leaves face soft and smooth — KORRES Greek Yoghurt Foaming Cream Cleanser”
  • Hydration and moisture Mostly MentionedOften Mentioned
    • “banished dryness within days — Simple Replenishing Rich Moisturiser”
    • “Instantly boosts skin's hydration... face doesn't feel dry and tight. — Simple Micellar Cleansing Water”
    • “Leaves my face feeling soft, not tight. — Simple Micellar Water”
    • “saved my dry skin — KORRES Velvet Skin Drink”
  • Lightweight and non-greasy texture Often MentionedOften Mentioned
    • “sinks in instantly — Simple Water Boost Hydrating Gel Cream”
    • “absorbs very quickly — Simple Hydrating Light Moisturiser”
    • “absorbs instantly — KORRES Santorini Grape Poreless Skin Cream”
    • “rich... without being greasy — KORRES Bounce Firming Moisturizer”
  • Creamy and luxurious texture Not 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”
  • Makeup removal and effectiveness Sometimes NotedOften Mentioned
    • “Takes off any makeup residue and makes my face feel refreshed. — Simple Micellar Cleansing Water”
    • “Best morning cleanser — Simple Refreshing Facial Wash”
    • “removes liquid eyeliner — KORRES Greek Yoghurt Foaming Cream Cleanser”
    • “Melts away makeup — KORRES Foaming Cream Cleanser”
  • Affordable price and value Often MentionedNot noted
    • “great value for money — Simple Kind to Skin Soothing Facial Toner”
    • “super affordable — Simple Hydrating Light Moisturiser”
    • “Can't beat the price for the quality. — Simple Micellar Water”
  • Hydration and dryness complaints Often MentionedSometimes Noted
    • “felt tight after an hour — KORRES Santorini Grape Poreless Skin Cream”
    • “not moisturizing enough — Simple Hydrating Light Moisturiser”
  • Fragrance sensitivity and scent issues Not notedOften Mentioned
    • “smells like babies — KORRES Greek Yoghurt Foaming Cream Cleanser”
  • Caused breakouts and reactions Sometimes NotedRarely Noted
    • “broke me out — KORRES Greek Yoghurt Foaming Cream Cleanser”
    • “caused tiny bumps — KORRES Velvet Skin Drink”
    • “Gave me tiny bumps on my forehead. — Simple Micellar Water”

Simple vs KORRES routines for dry skin

Buy KORRES routine · $185.68 · 96% fitBuy Simple routine · $128.28 · 83% fitSee multi-brand routine · 99% fit

Simple vs KORRES routines for oily skin

Buy KORRES routine · $362.98 · 94% fitBuy Simple routine · $280.29 · 88% fitSee multi-brand routine · 98% fit

Simple vs KORRES routines for combination skin

Buy KORRES routine · $342.46 · 94% fitBuy Simple routine · $259.77 · 87% fitSee multi-brand routine · 97% fit

Questions and answers

Simple or KORRES: which is better?

Simple stands out for being fragrance-free and more affordable, while KORRES is often noted for its creamy textures. Reviewers find that Simple offers gentler and more hydrating options, whereas the products on this page for KORRES frequently receive fragrance and value complaints.

What is the difference between Simple and KORRES?

Simple offers affordable, fragrance-free products on this page that reviewers find gentle and lightweight, while KORRES features scented formulas with creamy textures and luxurious cleansers. Niacinamide helps reduce cutaneous pigmentation.

The British Journal of Dermatology, 2002Antioxidants, 2021

Simple or KORRES for dry skin?

Simple and KORRES both fit dry skin well, with Lovi rating KORRES as Superior and Simple as High. The products on this page for Simple list no fragrance, whereas all KORRES products list fragrance in their ingredients.

Simple or KORRES: which cleanser is better?

Simple features cleansers like the Refreshing Facial Wash, which has no fragrance listed in its ingredients and is noted by reviewers for being gentle. KORRES offers cleansers like the Greek Yoghurt Foaming Cream Cleanser, which reviewers describe as gentle and non-stripping.

Which is more affordable, Simple or KORRES?

Simple is more affordable, as reviewers on the page frequently note high prices and value concerns for KORRES while praising Simple for value-friendly moisturizers.

Which brand has products free of fragrance, Simple or KORRES?

Simple has products free of fragrance, as every product on this page for Simple lists no fragrance in its ingredients. In contrast, KORRES has fragrance, with 0 of 5 products on this page listing no fragrance.

How do the founding years and current ownership of Simple and KORRES compare?

Simple was founded in 1960 in the United Kingdom and has been owned by Unilever PLC since 2011. In contrast, KORRES was founded in 1996 and has been owned by Halcyon Equity Partners and Giorgos Korres since 2024.

Which brand performs better regarding hydration and moisture according to review themes?

Simple performs better regarding hydration and moisture. Reviewers frequently note that Simple provides effective hydration and moisture while offering great value.

Simple or KORRES for oily skin?

Simple has a High fit for oily skin on Lovi, offering lightweight, value-friendly moisturizers and gentle makeup removers with key ingredients like niacinamide and glycerin. The products on this page list no fragrance, making them a good option for sensitive skin.

Antioxidants, 2021The British Journal of Dermatology, 2002

Simple or KORRES: which moisturizer is better?

Simple offers lightweight and value-friendly moisturizers, while KORRES features hydrating and velvety options with a creamy texture. Niacinamide helps reduce cutaneous pigmentation and signs of skin aging.

The British Journal of Dermatology, 2002Antioxidants, 2021

Simple or KORRES for sensitive skin?

Simple is a great choice for sensitive skin because every product on the products on this page lists no fragrance in its ingredients, helping you avoid common irritants. Reviewers also frequently mention that Simple offers gentle, sensitive-skin-friendly makeup removers.

Simple or KORRES for acne-prone skin?

Simple is a good option for acne-prone skin because the products on this page fit this skin type best through its brand-focused routines. Reviewers note that Simple offers lightweight, value-friendly moisturizers, while Niacinamide helps reduce cutaneous pigmentation and melanosome transfer.

The British Journal of Dermatology, 2002Antioxidants, 2021

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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