SKIN1004 vs Allies of Skin
SKIN1004 and Allies of Skin are skincare brands offering distinct approaches to barrier care and complexion refinement. The former features toners, moisturizers, sunscreens, and masks built around centella asiatica, hyaluronic acid, and niacinamide to suit combination and sensitive skin, while the latter delivers luxurious moisturizers, potent serums, and targeted eye products formulated with niacinamide for dry and acne-prone skin. Both utilize powerhouse ingredients to address concerns like dark spots, acne, and aging signs, yet they differ through the Korean brand's gentle botanical focus and the latter line's deeply nourishing, clarifying formulations.
SKIN1004 is a Korean skincare brand founded in 2012 and owned by Goodai Global Inc. since 2024.
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This page compares some of the most popular SKIN1004 and Allies of Skin products; for every product of both brands, with a fit score for your own skin, use the Lovi app.
Popular SKIN1004 vs Allies of Skin products
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Madagascar Centella Hyalu-Cica Water-Fit Sun Serum
€14.68
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Madagascar Centella Light Cleansing Oil
€15.30
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Madagascar Centella Toning Toner
€19.89
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Madagascar Centella Poremizing Light Gel Cream
€14.95
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Madagascar Centella Quick Calming Pad
€19.50
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Madagascar Centella Watergel Sheet Ampoule Mask
€3.10
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Hyalu-Cica Moisture Cream
€17.49
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Zombie Pack
€27.57
People Say
Soothing and calming Mostly MentionedMostly Mentioned
- “calmed my angry skin — SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Toning Toner”
- “Eliminated redness on my easily irritated skin — SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Watergel Sheet Ampoule Mask”
- “Best retinol for sensitive skin — Allies of Skin Retinal & Peptides Repair Night Cream”
- “Redness is less noticeable — Allies of Skin Copper Tripeptide & Ectoin Advanced Repair Serum”
Lightweight and elegant 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”
- “Turns milky immediately and washes off completely. — SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Light Cleansing Oil”
- “sinks easily into damp skin — Allies of Skin Tranexamic & Arbutin Advanced Brightening Serum”
Hydrating and moisturizing Often MentionedMostly Mentioned
- “nourished and hydrated — Allies of Skin Peptides & Omegas Firming Eye Cream”
- “more like a spray serum — Allies of Skin Molecular Saviour Probiotics Treatment Mist”
- “Skin feels hydrated — Allies of Skin Copper Tripeptide & Ectoin Advanced Repair Serum”
- “Gives my dehydrated skin a moisture surge — SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Watergel Sheet Ampoule Mask”
Advanced formulation and multitasking Not notedMostly Mentioned
- “Woke up looking well-rested — Allies of Skin Retinal & Peptides Repair Night Cream”
- “Faster skin recovery — Allies of Skin Copper Tripeptide & Ectoin Advanced Repair Serum”
- “Pores appear to be tighter — Allies of Skin Copper Tripeptide & Ectoin Advanced Repair Serum”
Brightening and fading dark spots Rarely NotedOften Mentioned
- “gives skin an instant dewy glow — Allies of Skin Tranexamic & Arbutin Advanced Brightening Serum”
- “scars visibly lightened after I started using this — Allies of Skin Tranexamic & Arbutin Advanced Brightening Serum”
- “Gives me a nice youthful glow — Allies of Skin Peptides & Antioxidants Firming Daily Treatment”
- “Gives a nice glow — SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Tone Brightening Boosting Toner”
Skin smoothing, firming, and anti-aging Rarely NotedOften Mentioned
- “fix the fine lines — Allies of Skin Peptides & Omegas Firming Eye Cream”
- “Tightened the skin in just a few uses — Allies of Skin Peptides & Antioxidants Firming Daily Treatment”
- “strong tightening effect — 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”
- “Pricey — Allies of Skin Copper Tripeptide & Ectoin Advanced Repair Serum”
Packaging and application issues Often MentionedSometimes Noted
- “pump head is fixed — Allies of Skin Peptides & Omegas Firming Eye Cream”
- “bad spritz mechanism — Allies of Skin Molecular Saviour Probiotics Treatment Mist”
- “Hate the pump — Allies of Skin Peptides & Antioxidants Firming Daily Treatment”
- “hard to wash off — SKIN1004 Zombie Pack”
Irritation and skin reactions Sometimes NotedSometimes Noted
- “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”
- “Slightly irritating... when I first started — Allies of Skin Copper Tripeptide & Ectoin Advanced Repair Serum”
SKIN1004 vs Allies of Skin routines for dry skin
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Cleanser
La Roche-Posay Toleriane Hydrating Gentle Cleanser
Morning · Evening · Once a week
€19.75
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Hydrating Toner
Dear, Klairs Supple Preparation Unscented Toner
Morning
€12.59
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Moisturizer
Molecular Saviour Probiotics Treatment Mist
Morning · Evening · Once a week
€65.50
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SPF
Australian Gold Botanical Lotion SPF 30
Morning
€21.04
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Pre-Cleanser
MISSHA Ultra Hyalon Cleansing Cream
Evening · Once a week
€10.97
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Serum or Treatment
Peptides & Omegas Firming Eye Cream
Evening · Once a week
€94.30
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Nourishing Mask
MEDIHEAL Vita Essential Mask
Once a week
€19.00
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Cleanser
Madagascar Centella Hyalu-Cica Water-Fit Sun Serum
Morning · Evening · Once a week
€14.68
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Hydrating Toner
Probio-Cica Essence Toner
Morning
€19.31
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Pre-Cleanser
Madagascar Centella Light Cleansing Oil
Evening · Once a week
€15.30
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Nourishing Mask
Madagascar Centella Watergel Sheet Ampoule Mask
Once a week
€3.10
SKIN1004 vs Allies of Skin routines for oily skin
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Cleanser
CeraVe Foaming Facial Cleanser
Morning · Evening · Once a week
€11.75
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Hydrating Toner
Some By Mi Snail Truecica Miracle Repair Toner
Morning · Once a week
€16.59
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Moisturizer
Peptides & Antioxidants Firming Daily Treatment
Morning · Evening · Once a week
€92.00
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SPF
make p:rem UV Defense Me Blue Ray Sun Cream
Morning
€32.80
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Pre-Cleanser
Shu Uemura Ultime8 Sublime Beauty Cleansing Oil
Evening · Once a week
€104.00
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Cleansing Toner
Caudalie Vinopure Purifying Toner
Evening
€16.90
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Serum or Treatment
Peptides & Omegas Firming Eye Cream
Evening · Once a week
€94.30
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Enzyme Powder
Dermalogica Daily Microfoliant
Once a week
€48.55
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Cleansing Mask
Dr. Sebagh Deep Exfoliating Mask
Once a week
€81.80
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Cleanser
Madagascar Centella Tone Brightening Cleansing Gel Foam
Morning · Evening · Once a week
€14.50
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Hydrating Toner
Probio-Cica Essence Toner
Morning · Once a week
€19.31
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Moisturizer
Madagascar Centella Hyalu-Cica Water-Fit Sun Serum
Morning · Evening · Once a week
€14.68
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Pre-Cleanser
Madagascar Centella Light Cleansing Oil
Evening · Once a week
€15.30
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Cleansing Toner
Madagascar Centella Tea-Trica Purifying Toner
Evening
€26.00
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Enzyme Powder
Dermalogica Daily Microfoliant
Once a week
€48.55
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Cleansing Mask
Dr. Sebagh Deep Exfoliating Mask
Once a week
€81.80
SKIN1004 vs Allies of Skin routines for combination skin
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Cleanser
Fresh Soy Face Cleanser
Morning · Evening · Once a week
€39.99
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Hydrating Toner
Paula's Choice Skin Balancing Pore-Reducing Toner
Morning · Once a week
€36.00
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Moisturizer
Peptides & Antioxidants Firming Daily Treatment
Morning · Evening · Once a week
€92.00
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Pre-Cleanser
Shu Uemura Ultime8 Sublime Beauty Cleansing Oil
Evening · Once a week
€104.00
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Cleansing Toner
Medicube Zero Pore Pad 2.0
Evening
€16.98
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Serum or Treatment
Peptides & Omegas Firming Eye Cream
Evening · Once a week
€94.30
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Enzyme Powder
Dermalogica Daily Microfoliant
Once a week
€48.55
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Cleansing Mask
Origins Original Skin Retexturizing Mask with Rose Clay
Once a week
€28.50
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Cleanser
Madagascar Centella Tone Brightening Cleansing Gel Foam
Morning · Evening · Once a week
€14.50
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Hydrating Toner
Madagascar Centella Toning Toner
Morning · Once a week
€19.89
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Moisturizer
Madagascar Centella Hyalu-Cica Water-Fit Sun Serum
Morning · Evening · Once a week
€14.68
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Pre-Cleanser
Madagascar Centella Light Cleansing Oil
Evening · Once a week
€15.30
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Cleansing Toner
Madagascar Centella Tea-Trica Purifying Toner
Evening
€26.00
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Enzyme Powder
Dermalogica Daily Microfoliant
Once a week
€48.55
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Cleansing Mask
Origins Original Skin Retexturizing Mask with Rose Clay
Once a week
€28.50
Questions and answers
SKIN1004 or Allies of Skin: which is better?
Both SKIN1004 and Allies of Skin are great choices, with Allies of Skin achieving a Superior routine fit across every skin type compared to SKIN1004's High fit. Allies of Skin stands out for advanced anti-aging and hydration, while SKIN1004 offers lighter, soothing textures.
What is the difference between SKIN1004 and Allies of Skin?
SKIN1004 and Allies of Skin differ mainly in their formulation focus and review feedback, with Allies of Skin excelling in hydrating and anti-aging treatments while SKIN1004 stands out for lightweight textures. Both brands feature fragrance-free products on this page.
SKIN1004 or Allies of Skin for dry skin?
For dry skin, Allies of Skin is the better choice because Lovi rates its routine fit as Superior, compared to High for SKIN1004. Allies of Skin products on this page are known for providing hydration and moisture.
SKIN1004 or Allies of Skin: which moisturizer is better?
Both SKIN1004 and Allies of Skin offer well-liked moisturizers, with Allies of Skin providing options such as the Molecular Saviour Probiotics Treatment Mist and SKIN1004 featuring choices like the Madagascar Centella Poremizing Light Gel Cream. Reviewers note that Allies of Skin focuses on gentle, effective moisturizers, while SKIN1004 is known for lightweight and soothing moisturizers.
Which is more affordable, SKIN1004 or Allies of Skin?
Allies of Skin is noted for a high price point, whereas SKIN1004 does better on price.
Which brand has more fragrance-free products, SKIN1004 or Allies of Skin?
Both SKIN1004 and Allies of Skin have more fragrance-free products, as every single product listed on this page for both brands contains no fragrance in its ingredients.
How do the key ingredients differ between SKIN1004 and Allies of Skin?
SKIN1004 features key ingredients including Centella asiatica, Hyaluronic acid, Niacinamide, and Panthenol, whereas Allies of Skin focuses primarily on Niacinamide across its products on this page. Topical niacinamide helps reduce cutaneous pigmentation and suppress melanosome transfer.
Which brand performs better for brightening and fading dark spots according to reviewers?
Allies of Skin performs better for brightening and fading dark spots according to reviewers.
SKIN1004 or Allies of Skin for oily skin?
Both SKIN1004 and Allies of Skin achieve a High routine fit for oily skin. Reviewers note that SKIN1004 offers lightweight and elegant textures, while Allies of Skin provides hydrating and moisturizing benefits.
SKIN1004 or Allies of Skin for sensitive skin?
Both SKIN1004 and Allies of Skin provide a Superior routine fit for sensitive skin on the products on this page. Reviewers note that SKIN1004 offers lightweight and soothing toners and moisturizers, while Allies of Skin provides gentle, effective moisturizers and calming serums.
SKIN1004 or Allies of Skin for acne-prone skin?
Both SKIN1004 and Allies of Skin achieve a High routine fit for acne-prone skin on the products on this page. SKIN1004 stands out for its lightweight and soothing toners and moisturizers, while Allies of Skin provides gentle, effective moisturizers and calming serums.
Research behind their key ingredients
Bifidobacterium longum lysate, a new ingredient for reactive skin
Self-Assembled Cubic Liquid Crystalline Nanoparticles for Transdermal Delivery of Paeonol
A comparative study of gluconolactone versus benzoyl peroxide in the treatment of acne
Phyllanthus emblica L. (amla) branch: A safe and effective ingredient against skin aging
The influence of alkane chain length on the skin irritation potential of 1,2-alkanediols
Chemical peels for acne vulgaris: a systematic review of randomised controlled trials
Effects of topical copper tripeptide complex on CO2 laser-resurfaced skin
Supramolecular collagen nanoparticles for anti-wrinkle, skin whitening, and moisturizing effects
Starch- and carboxymethyl cellulose-based films as active beauty masks with papain incorporation
Safety of a preservative system containing 1,2-hexanediol and caprylyl glycol
Moisturizing effect of alcohol-based hand rub containing okra polysaccharide
The anti wrinkle efficacy of synthetic hexapeptide (Argireline) in Chinese Subjects
Liposomal formulation of a vitamin C derivative: a promising strategy to increase skin permeability
Functional properties and skin care effects of sodium trehalose sulfate
Clinical efficacy of facial masks containing yoghurt and Opuntia humifusa Raf. (F-YOP)
Targeting Circadian Rhythm for the Regulation of Skin Collagen Metabolism
Effects of a Greek Yoghurt-based Complex on the Human Facial Skin Microbiome
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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Co-founder, Medical Director
Cosmetic chemist, cosmetologist, aesthetic products developer
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Co-founder, CEO and CTO
PhD in computer science, 3x US patent holder, ex-Google, ex-Yandex
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Dr. Sofía Perea Pérez, MD, MSc
Medical Board
Aesthetic medicine practitioner, MSc in Longevity and Anti-Aging Medicine
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Medical Board
Specialist dermatologist, MBBS, MD, IFAAD
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Medical Board
Cosmetic chemist, SCS, IFSCC member
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Medical Board, Medical Advisor
Dermatology MD
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Elina Nazarenko, MD
Medical Board
Dermatology and diagnostic consultant
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Victoria Derkova, MS
Medical Board
Cosmetic chemist, cosmetic development technologist
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