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SKIN1004 vs Dermalogica

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SKIN1004 and Dermalogica are distinct skincare brands that offer diverse formulations tailored to varying complexions. The Korean line pairs centella asiatica, hyaluronic acid, and niacinamide in toners, moisturizers, and sunscreens to suit combination and dry skin, whereas the American house relies on hyaluronic acid, glycerin, and salicylic acid in targeted serums, cleansers, and masks to benefit oily and combination skin. While the first brand centers on soothing botanical care and barrier support, the second focuses on active oil balance and targeted exfoliation.

SKIN1004 is a Korean skincare brand founded in 2012 and owned by Goodai Global Inc. since 2024.

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Dermalogica is an American skincare brand founded in 1986 and owned by Unilever since 2015.

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This page compares some of the most popular SKIN1004 and Dermalogica products; for every product of both brands, with a fit score for your own skin, use the Lovi app.

Popular SKIN1004 vs Dermalogica products

People Say

SKIN1004Dermalogica
  • Lightweight and Fast-Absorbing Texture Mostly MentionedOften Mentioned
    • “sunk in like a dream — SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Hyalu-Cica Water-Fit Sun Serum”
    • “zero white cast — SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Hyalu-Cica Water-Fit Sun Serum”
    • “Texture is on the thinner side... surprisingly lightweight. — SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Light Cleansing Oil”
    • “blends seamlessly — Dermalogica Dynamic Skin Recovery SPF 50”
  • Deep and Intense Hydration Often MentionedMostly Mentioned
    • “Saved my dry skin — Dermalogica Super Rich Repair”
    • “super hydrating — Dermalogica Multivitamin Power Recovery Masque”
    • “skin feels hydrated — Dermalogica Intensive Moisture Balance”
    • “Gives my dehydrated skin a moisture surge — SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Watergel Sheet Ampoule Mask”
  • Soothing and Calming Properties Mostly MentionedSometimes Noted
    • “calmed my angry skin — SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Toning Toner”
    • “Eliminated redness on my easily irritated skin — SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Watergel Sheet Ampoule Mask”
    • “Calms irritation instantly — SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Quick Calming Pad”
    • “helps calm and nourish my skin — Dermalogica Stabilizing Repair Cream”
  • Gentle Cleansing and Exfoliation Sometimes NotedOften Mentioned
    • “gentle enough for daily use — Dermalogica Daily Microfoliant”
    • “Removes stubborn mascara — Dermalogica Precleanse”
    • “doesn't strip skin — Dermalogica Special Cleansing Gel”
    • “doesn't strip my skin — SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Tone Brightening Cleansing Gel Foam”
  • Skin Smoothing and Texture Improvement Sometimes NotedOften Mentioned
    • “skin feels smooth as silk — Dermalogica Daily Microfoliant”
    • “fine lines have visibly softened — Dermalogica Phyto Nature Lifting Eye Cream”
    • “Leaves a glistening glow — Dermalogica Skin Smoothing Cream”
    • “skin feels super soft — SKIN1004 Zombie Pack”
  • High Price Point Rarely NotedMostly Mentioned
    • “Price is quite steep — SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Watergel Sheet Ampoule Mask”
    • “Pricey for daily use — SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Quick Calming Pad”
    • “hefty price tag — Dermalogica Daily Microfoliant”
  • Unpleasant or Disliked Scent Sometimes NotedOften Mentioned
    • “smells like wet dog — SKIN1004 Zombie Pack”
    • “Has a strong herbal/citrus scent I didn't enjoy. — SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Light Cleansing Oil”
    • “smells like puke — Dermalogica Daily Microfoliant”
    • “smells like medicine — Dermalogica Dynamic Skin Recovery SPF 50”
  • Packaging and Application Issues Sometimes NotedSometimes Noted
    • “Leaky pump — Dermalogica Precleanse”
    • “pump dispenses too much — Dermalogica Special Cleansing Gel”
    • “spout is too big — Dermalogica Daily Microfoliant”
    • “hard to wash off — SKIN1004 Zombie Pack”
  • Breakouts and Skin Reactions Rarely NotedSometimes Noted
    • “Caused small whiteheads/closed comedones on my forehead. — SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Light Cleansing Oil”
    • “caused tiny bumps — SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Toning Toner”
    • “caused cystic acne — SKIN1004 Hyalu-CICA Blue Serum”
    • “caused severe peeling — Dermalogica Daily Microfoliant”

SKIN1004 vs Dermalogica routines for dry skin

Buy SKIN1004 routine · $96.70 · 87% fitBuy Dermalogica routine · $424.99 · 87% fitSee multi-brand routine · 99% fit

SKIN1004 vs Dermalogica routines for oily skin

Buy Dermalogica routine · $501.02 · 92% fitBuy SKIN1004 routine · $245.19 · 87% fitSee multi-brand routine · 98% fit

SKIN1004 vs Dermalogica routines for combination skin

Buy Dermalogica routine · $560.50 · 91% fitBuy SKIN1004 routine · $232.19 · 88% fitSee multi-brand routine · 97% fit

Questions and answers

SKIN1004 or Dermalogica: which is better?

Dermalogica is better for oily and combination skin with a Superior Lovi fit level, whereas SKIN1004 is generally more affordable and focuses on soothing textures without added fragrance.

What is the difference between SKIN1004 and Dermalogica?

SKIN1004 is a South Korean brand founded in 2012 that features lightweight, soothing formulas with Centella asiatica and hyaluronic acid, whereas Dermalogica is an American brand founded in 1986 that focuses on intensive hydration and gentle exfoliation with ingredients like salicylic acid and lactic acid. For routine fit, SKIN1004 fits dry, combination, and oily skin best, while Dermalogica is best suited for oily, combination, and oily acne-prone skin.

Journal of Pharmacy & Pharmaceutical Sciences, 2015Dermatologic Therapy, 2022

SKIN1004 or Dermalogica for dry skin?

Both SKIN1004 and Dermalogica are a High fit for dry skin on this page. SKIN1004 focuses its routines on dry skin using key ingredients like hyaluronic acid and centella asiatica, while Dermalogica provides deep hydration with ingredients like hyaluronic acid and glycerin.

Journal of Pharmacy & Pharmaceutical Sciences, 2015Dermatologic Therapy, 2022

SKIN1004 or Dermalogica: which cleanser is better?

Both SKIN1004 and Dermalogica offer highly rated cleansers, but Dermalogica generally performs better for gentle cleansing and exfoliation based on review themes. SKIN1004 focuses on fragrance-free soothing cleansers, whereas Dermalogica products on this page provide options like the Daily Microfoliant and Special Cleansing Gel with a Superior fit for oily skin.

Which is more affordable, SKIN1004 or Dermalogica?

Dermalogica is more expensive, as reviewers mostly note its high price point as a negative, whereas SKIN1004 does better in this regard.

Between SKIN1004 and Dermalogica, which brand is better for texture improvement and skin smoothing?

Dermalogica does better than SKIN1004 for skin smoothing and texture improvement.

Which brand offers better soothing and calming properties, SKIN1004 or Dermalogica?

SKIN1004 does better than Dermalogica for soothing and calming properties. Reviewers mostly mentioned the products on this page for being soothing and lightweight.

SKIN1004 or Dermalogica: which provides deeper and more intense hydration?

Dermalogica does better than SKIN1004 for deep and intense hydration. Hyaluronic acid helps bind moisture within the skin, providing lasting hydration.

Dermatologic Therapy, 2022Journal of Pharmacy & Pharmaceutical Sciences, 2015

SKIN1004 or Dermalogica for oily skin?

Dermalogica is the better fit for oily skin, offering a Superior routine level compared to SKIN1004's High level. The products on this page for both brands contain no fragrance.

SKIN1004 or Dermalogica: which moisturizer is better?

Both SKIN1004 and Dermalogica offer high-performing moisturizers, with SKIN1004 specializing in lightweight, soothing formulas featuring Centella asiatica and hyaluronic acid, while Dermalogica provides intense hydration and advanced skin smoothing.

Journal of Pharmacy & Pharmaceutical Sciences, 2015Dermatologic Therapy, 2022

SKIN1004 or Dermalogica for sensitive skin?

Both SKIN1004 and Dermalogica offer a High fit for sensitive skin. SKIN1004 features fragrance-free formulas with key ingredients like Centella asiatica and hyaluronic acid that help soothe the skin.

Journal of Pharmacy & Pharmaceutical Sciences, 2015Dermatologic Therapy, 2022

SKIN1004 or Dermalogica: which sunscreen is better?

Both SKIN1004 and Dermalogica offer sunscreens with High or Superior Lovi fit levels across nearly all skin types. SKIN1004 features lightweight options like the Madagascar Centella Hyalu-Cica Water-Fit Sun Serum, while Dermalogica provides protective choices such as the Dynamic Skin Recovery SPF 50.

SKIN1004 or Dermalogica for acne-prone skin?

Both brands offer a High routine fit for acne-prone skin, with specific products performing very well. For example, SKIN1004 features the Madagascar Centella Hyalu-Cica Water-Fit Sun Serum with a Superior fit, while Dermalogica offers the Daily Microfoliant with a Superior fit.

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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