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SKIN1004 vs No7

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SKIN1004 and No7 are skincare brands offering targeted regimens built around nourishing formulations. The Korean brand features toners, moisturizers, sunscreens, and masks centered on centella asiatica, hyaluronic acid, and niacinamide to suit combination and dry skin. Meanwhile, the British brand provides serums, eye products, moisturizers, and sunscreens powered by vitamin C, shea butter, and hyaluronic acid for mature and dry skin. While both share an emphasis on hyaluronic acid, they differ in their heritage, foundational ingredients, and targeted skin types.

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

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No7 is a British skincare brand founded in 1935 and owned by Sycamore Partners since 2025.

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This page compares some of the most popular SKIN1004 and No7 products; for every product of both brands, with a fit score for your own skin, use the Lovi app.

Popular SKIN1004 vs No7 products

People Say

SKIN1004No7
  • Gentle and soothing Mostly MentionedOften Mentioned
    • “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”
    • “zero irritation — No7 Pure Retinol Eye Cream”
  • Lightweight 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”
    • “Absorbs quickly — No7 Future Renew Damage Reversal Serum”
  • Skin smoothing and texture improvement Sometimes NotedMostly Mentioned
    • “Skin feels softer — No7 Future Renew Damage Reversal Serum”
    • “skin feels so soft — No7 Total Renewal Micro-Dermabrasion Exfoliator”
    • “skin feels velvety — No7 Pure Retinol”
    • “skin feels super soft — SKIN1004 Zombie Pack”
  • Hydration and moisture Often MentionedOften Mentioned
    • “Gives my dehydrated skin a moisture surge — SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Watergel Sheet Ampoule Mask”
    • “skin feels plump — SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Hyalu-Cica Water-Fit Sun Serum”
    • “Skin feels moisturized — No7 Future Renew Damage Reversal Night Cream”
    • “dryness eradicated immediately — No7 Protect & Perfect Intense Advanced Night Cream”
  • Anti-aging and firming results Rarely NotedOften Mentioned
    • “Softened fine lines — No7 Pure Retinol 1% Night Concentrate”
    • “lines on forehead diminished — No7 Pure Retinol”
    • “skin feels firmer — No7 Restore & Renew Multi Action Eye Cream”
    • “strong tightening effect — SKIN1004 Zombie Pack”
  • Cleansing and exfoliation Often MentionedRarely Noted
    • “doesn't strip my skin — SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Tone Brightening Cleansing Gel Foam”
    • “Dissolves waterproof mascara and sunscreen effortlessly. — SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Light Cleansing Oil”
    • “pores looked so much smaller — SKIN1004 Zombie Pack”
    • “sweeps away dead cells — No7 Total Renewal Micro-Dermabrasion Exfoliator”
  • Lack of visible results Sometimes NotedOften Mentioned
    • “didn't notice any tone change — SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Tone Brightening Cleansing Gel Foam”
    • “No drastic change yet — SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Tone Brightening Boosting Toner”
    • “didn't notice difference — SKIN1004 Probio-Cica Bakuchiol Eye Cream”
    • “No change in wrinkles/spots — No7 Future Renew Damage Reversal Serum”
  • Irritation and sensitivity Sometimes NotedOften Mentioned
    • “Made my vision blurry/foggy for a while after rinsing. — SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Light Cleansing Oil”
    • “caused tiny bumps — SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Toning Toner”
    • “Corn mint oil can be sensitizing — SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Watergel Sheet Ampoule Mask”
    • “Slight sensitivity and peeling — No7 Pure Retinol 1% Night Concentrate”
  • Scent and fragrance complaints Sometimes NotedSometimes Noted
    • “smells like wet dog — SKIN1004 Zombie Pack”
    • “Has a strong herbal/citrus scent I didn't enjoy. — SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Light Cleansing Oil”
    • “Too much fragrance — No7 Future Renew Damage Reversal Night Cream”
    • “overpowering — No7 Protect & Perfect Intense Advanced Night Cream”

SKIN1004 vs No7 routines for dry skin

Buy No7 routine · $145.63 · 90% fitBuy SKIN1004 routine · $96.70 · 87% fitSee multi-brand routine · 99% fit

SKIN1004 vs No7 routines for oily skin

Buy SKIN1004 routine · $245.19 · 87% fitBuy No7 routine · $322.94 · 85% fitSee multi-brand routine · 98% fit

SKIN1004 vs No7 routines for combination skin

Buy SKIN1004 routine · $232.19 · 88% fitBuy No7 routine · $326.55 · 88% fitSee multi-brand routine · 97% fit

Questions and answers

SKIN1004 or No7: which is better?

SKIN1004 and No7 both fit many skin types well, but SKIN1004 is better for a gentle, soothing, and fragrance-free routine, while No7 is better for anti-aging and firming results. Hyaluronic acid helps maintain skin hydration across the products on this page.

Dermatologic Therapy, 2022

What is the difference between SKIN1004 and No7?

SKIN1004 stands out for being fragrance-free and offering gentle, lightweight soothing care, whereas No7 focuses more on anti-aging and firming results with select products containing fragrance. Both brands provide equal hydration and moisture, while the products on this page help improve skin texture and reduce signs of aging.

The Journal of Investigative Dermatology, 2000Journal of Pharmacy & Pharmaceutical Sciences, 2015

SKIN1004 or No7 for dry skin?

For dry skin, No7 offers a Superior routine fit while SKIN1004 has a High routine fit, with No7 excelling in anti-aging results and SKIN1004 standing out for gentle hydration. Sodium hyaluronate in both brands helps improve skin moisture and hydration.

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

SKIN1004 or No7: which moisturizer is better?

Both SKIN1004 and No7 offer effective moisturizers, with SKIN1004 fitting best for combination, dry, and oily skin, and No7 focusing well on mature, dry, and sensitive skin. Reviewers note that SKIN1004 provides lightweight and soothing moisturizers, while No7 is often mentioned for deep hydration and moisture.

Which is more affordable, SKIN1004 or No7?

Neither SKIN1004 nor No7 lists product prices on this page, so affordability cannot be compared here.

Between SKIN1004 and No7, which brand is better for anti-aging and firming results?

No7 does better for anti-aging and firming results. Retinol, a key ingredient found in the products on this page, helps stimulate collagen accumulation and improve naturally aged skin.

The Journal of Investigative Dermatology, 2000Archives of Dermatology, 2007

How do the fragrance options compare between SKIN1004 and No7 products?

SKIN1004 products list no fragrance across the products on this page, whereas No7 includes fragrance in some of its products.

Which brand performs better for skin smoothing and texture improvement?

No7 performs better for skin smoothing and texture improvement. The products on this page help improve skin texture and feel, backed by ingredients like retinol that stimulate collagen accumulation in naturally aged human skin.

The Journal of Investigative Dermatology, 2000Archives of Dermatology, 2007

SKIN1004 or No7 for oily skin?

Both SKIN1004 and No7 are a High fit for oily skin. Reviewers find that SKIN1004 offers a lighter texture and is more gentle, while No7 helps with skin smoothing.

SKIN1004 or No7: which sunscreen is better?

SKIN1004 has a Superior fit for acne-prone, oily acne-prone, and combination skin on the Madagascar Centella Hyalu-Cica Water-Fit Sun Serum on this page, whereas No7 has a High fit for mature skin on its sunscreens like the Protect & Perfect Intense Advanced Day Cream. SKIN1004 features a fragrance-free formula with Centella asiatica and hyaluronic acid, while No7 includes options with fragrance and relies on ingredients like niacinamide and vitamin C.

Journal of Pharmacy & Pharmaceutical Sciences, 2015The British Journal of Dermatology, 2002

SKIN1004 or No7 for sensitive skin?

Both SKIN1004 and No7 achieve a High Lovi fit level for sensitive skin, with SKIN1004 offering gentler and more soothing formulations while No7 provides lightweight, fast-absorbing textures.

SKIN1004 or No7 for acne-prone skin?

Both SKIN1004 and No7 offer a High Lovi routine fit for acne-prone skin. SKIN1004 helps with gentle and soothing care, whereas No7 focuses more on skin smoothing.

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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