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COSRX vs Augustinus Bader

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

COSRX and Augustinus Bader are a Korean skincare brand founded in 2013 and a German skincare brand founded in 2018, respectively. The former is dearly loved for its expertly formulated serums, moisturizers, cleansers, masks, and more, which thoughtfully incorporate hyaluronic acid, glycerin, and niacinamide, while the latter is loved for its moisturizers, serums, and eye products, which are built around its formulas. The products of the Korean brand suit acne-prone skin and oily skin best because of these balancing, clarifying, and restorative components, whereas the offerings of the German brand suit dry skin and mature skin best, because of these preparations. Both differ primarily in their founding origins, proprietary ingredients, and targeted skin suitability, offering distinct pathways to healthy skin.

COSRX is a Korean skincare brand founded in 2013 and owned by Amorepacific Group since 2024.

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Augustinus Bader is a German skincare brand founded in 2018.

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

Popular COSRX vs Augustinus Bader products

People Say

COSRXAugustinus Bader
  • Lightweight and fast-absorbing texture Often MentionedMostly Mentioned
    • “light but nourishing — Augustinus Bader The Cream”
    • “sinks in instantly — Augustinus Bader The Serum”
    • “light gel texture — Augustinus Bader The Eye Cream”
    • “absorbs instantly like water — COSRX The 6 Peptide Skin Booster Serum”
  • Deep hydration and moisturization Mostly MentionedMostly Mentioned
    • “Instantly hydrated — Augustinus Bader The Face Oil”
    • “Extremely dry skin saved — Augustinus Bader The Rich Cream”
    • “healthy glow — Augustinus Bader The Serum”
    • “skin drinks it up — COSRX Advanced Snail 96 Mucin Power Essence”
  • Skin texture improvement and smoothness Often MentionedMostly Mentioned
    • “gives me that glass skin look — COSRX Advanced Snail 96 Mucin Power Essence”
    • “skin feels softer immediately — COSRX The 6 Peptide Skin Booster Serum”
    • “Softens fine lines — Augustinus Bader The Rich Cream”
    • “skin is smoother — Augustinus Bader The Cream”
  • Gentle and non-stripping formulation Often MentionedNot noted
    • “No stinging or irritation — COSRX BHA Blackhead Power Liquid”
    • “perfect for first-time retinol users — COSRX The Retinol 0.1 Cream”
    • “doesn't strip my skin — COSRX Low pH Good Morning Gel Cleanser”
  • Acne and pore control Often MentionedNot noted
    • “extremely gentle — COSRX AHA/BHA Clarifying Treatment Toner”
    • “helped to improve my acne after only 2 weeks — COSRX Salicylic Acid Daily Gentle Cleanser”
    • “cleared up my spots — COSRX Low pH Good Morning Gel Cleanser”
  • Convenient packaging Rarely NotedSometimes Noted
    • “Luxurious heavy bottle — Augustinus Bader The Rich Cream”
    • “epitome of luxury — Augustinus Bader The Serum”
    • “fine mist spray — COSRX AHA/BHA Clarifying Treatment Toner”
  • High price per value Rarely NotedMostly Mentioned
    • “expensive for me — COSRX The Hyaluronic Acid 3 Serum”
  • No visible or slow results Sometimes NotedOften Mentioned
    • “Takes a month to work — COSRX BHA Blackhead Power Liquid”
    • “didn't do anything — COSRX AHA/BHA Clarifying Treatment Toner”
    • “did absolutely nothing — COSRX Advanced Snail 96 Mucin Power Essence”
    • “didn't see dramatic results — Augustinus Bader The Cream”
  • Packaging and dispensing issues Sometimes NotedSometimes Noted
    • “tube cracked on the side — COSRX The Retinol 0.1 Cream”
    • “hate dipping fingers in — COSRX Advanced Snail 92 All in One Cream”
    • “pump clogs easily — Augustinus Bader The Eye Cream”
    • “Pump stopped working — Augustinus Bader The Rich Cream”
  • Medicinal and unpleasant scent Sometimes NotedSometimes Noted
    • “smells like chemicals — COSRX Low pH Good Morning Gel Cleanser”
    • “smells like onions — COSRX The Retinol 0.1 Cream”
    • “Smells like old crayons — Augustinus Bader The Rich Cream”
    • “Smells like vegetable oil — Augustinus Bader The Face Oil”

COSRX vs Augustinus Bader routines for dry skin

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COSRX vs Augustinus Bader routines for oily skin

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COSRX vs Augustinus Bader routines for combination skin

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Questions and answers

COSRX or Augustinus Bader: which is better?

Augustinus Bader is better suited for dry and mature skin types with its Superior routine fit, while COSRX is a better choice for acne-prone skin with its targeted focus on blemish control.

What is the difference between COSRX and Augustinus Bader?

COSRX is an affordable South Korean brand focused on gentle formulations for acne-prone, oily, and sensitive skin, while Augustinus Bader is a luxury German brand built around its signature TFC8 complex for dry and mature skin. Reviewers note that COSRX is better for acne control and gentle care, whereas Augustinus Bader excels in lightweight hydration and radiance despite its extreme price.

COSRX or Augustinus Bader for dry skin?

Augustinus Bader has a Superior routine fit for dry skin, whereas COSRX has a High fit. Augustinus Bader helps deliver deep hydration and radiance, while COSRX offers products like the Advanced Snail 96 Mucin Power Essence which helps with moisture.

COSRX or Augustinus Bader: which moisturizer is better?

Augustinus Bader provides a Superior routine fit for dry skin with its moisturizers on this page, whereas COSRX offers a High fit. COSRX features options like the Advanced Snail 92 All in One Cream, while Augustinus Bader includes formulations such as The Rich Cream.

Which is more affordable, COSRX or Augustinus Bader?

COSRX is more affordable, whereas Augustinus Bader has an extreme price that reviewers often mention. The products on this page for COSRX offer high value compared to the luxury positioning of Augustinus Bader.

COSRX or Augustinus Bader for oily skin?

For oily skin, both COSRX and Augustinus Bader achieve a Superior fit level with their respective routines. COSRX offers products like the Oil-Free Ultra-Moisturizing Lotion that are well-suited for managing oiliness.

COSRX or Augustinus Bader for sensitive skin?

Both COSRX and Augustinus Bader achieve a Superior routine fit for sensitive skin. COSRX features a gentle and non-stripping formulation that helps soothe sensitive skin.

COSRX or Augustinus Bader for acne-prone skin?

For acne-prone skin, Lovi rates COSRX as Superior and Augustinus Bader as Superior.

COSRX or Augustinus Bader for mature skin?

Augustinus Bader is a Superior fit for mature skin, while COSRX is a High fit for mature skin on this page. Augustinus Bader provides deep hydration and radiance, whereas COSRX helps improve skin texture.

COSRX or Augustinus Bader for skin with dark spots?

For skin with dark spots, Augustinus Bader has a Superior routine fit, while COSRX has a High routine fit on this page. Ingredients like niacinamide help reduce cutaneous pigmentation.

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COSRX or Augustinus Bader for dry sensitive skin?

Augustinus Bader is a Superior fit for dry sensitive skin, while COSRX is a High 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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