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SKIN1004 vs Elemis

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SKIN1004 and Elemis are skincare brands, with the former founded in 2012 and the latter in 1989. SKIN1004 features toners, moisturizers, sunscreens, and masks built around centella asiatica, hyaluronic acid, and niacinamide to suit combination and sensitive skin, whereas Elemis offers nourishing serums, rich moisturizers, gentle cleansers, and refining toners that weave together glycerin and shea to suit dry and mature skin. The first brand is known for centella asiatica improving moisture, hyaluronic acid lengthening botulinum toxin wrinkle effect, and niacinamide reducing hyperpigmentation, while the British brand is celebrated for glycerin increasing skin hydration and shea butter reducing inflammation. They differ as the Korean brand fits combination and sensitive skin best, while the British brand suits dry and mature skin.

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

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Elemis is a British skincare brand founded in 1989 and owned by L'Occitane Group since 2019.

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

Popular SKIN1004 vs Elemis products

People Say

SKIN1004Elemis
  • Lightweight and Fast-Absorbing Texture Mostly MentionedOften Mentioned
    • “sunk in like a dream — SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Hyalu-Cica Water-Fit Sun Serum”
    • “Turns milky immediately and washes off completely. — SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Light Cleansing Oil”
    • “Absorbs almost immediately, and my skin feels well hydrated all day. — Elemis Pro-Collagen Marine Cream”
    • “whipped silk feel — Elemis Superfood Midnight Facial”
  • 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”
    • “The cream really hydrates and my face looks amazing. — Elemis Pro-Collagen Night Cream”
    • “Quenches thirsty skin... immediate improvement. — Elemis Pro-Collagen Marine Cream”
  • Soothing and Calming Mostly MentionedNot 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”
  • Gentle Exfoliation and Texture Smoothing Sometimes NotedOften Mentioned
    • “baby soft — Elemis Dynamic Resurfacing Facial Pads”
    • “skin feels baby soft — Elemis Papaya Enzyme Peel”
    • “non-stripping formula — Elemis Dynamic Resurfacing Facial Wash”
    • “skin feels super soft — SKIN1004 Zombie Pack”
  • Cleansing and Makeup Removal Sometimes NotedSometimes 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”
    • “melts waterproof mascara — Elemis Pro-Collagen Cleansing Balm”
    • “face feels super clean — Elemis Dynamic Resurfacing Facial Wash”
  • Luxurious Spa Scent Not notedOften Mentioned
    • “smells like a spa — Elemis Pro-Collagen Cleansing Balm”
    • “smells like a holiday — Elemis Papaya Enzyme Peel”
    • “smells like a tropical cocktail — Elemis Superfood Midnight Facial”
  • High Price and Value Issues Rarely NotedMostly Mentioned
    • “Price is quite steep — SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Watergel Sheet Ampoule Mask”
    • “wish it came in larger size — SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Poremizing Light Gel Cream”
    • “Pricey for daily use — SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Quick Calming Pad”
    • “Complete waste of money for me. — Elemis Pro-Collagen Marine Cream”
  • Fragrance and Scent Dislike 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 a bit like plastic — SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Tone Brightening Cleansing Gel Foam”
    • “The smell is very strong... could not handle for long. — Elemis Pro-Collagen Marine Cream”
  • General Efficacy and Results Sometimes NotedSometimes Noted
    • “didn't affect the pores — SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Poremizing Light Gel Cream”
    • “No drastic change yet — SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Tone Brightening Boosting Toner”
    • “didn't see a difference — Elemis Papaya Enzyme Peel”
    • “didn't see difference — Elemis Dynamic Resurfacing Facial Wash”

SKIN1004 vs Elemis routines for dry skin

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SKIN1004 vs Elemis routines for oily skin

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SKIN1004 vs Elemis routines for combination skin

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Questions and answers

SKIN1004 or Elemis: which is better?

Both SKIN1004 and Elemis match equally well across all skin types, with SKIN1004 excelling in soothing and calming benefits and Elemis standing out for gentle exfoliation, texture smoothing, and a luxurious spa scent. Reviewers note that SKIN1004 features no added fragrance across its products, whereas most Elemis products contain fragrance.

What is the difference between SKIN1004 and Elemis?

SKIN1004 is focused on soothing, fragrance-free centella and hyaluronic acid formulas best suited for sensitive and acne-prone skin, while Elemis emphasizes luxurious, scented anti-aging formulas rich in glycerin and shea butter tailored for dry and mature skin.

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

SKIN1004 or Elemis for dry skin?

Both SKIN1004 and Elemis offer a high routine fit for dry skin, with SKIN1004 focusing on fragrance-free soothing formulas featuring Centella asiatica and hyaluronic acid, while Elemis provides luxurious textured moisturizers with glycerin and shea butter. Reviewers note that SKIN1004 products on this page are lightweight and soothing, whereas Elemis products on this page are praised for delivering a radiant glow and smoother skin texture.

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

SKIN1004 or Elemis: which cleanser is better?

Both SKIN1004 and Elemis offer cleansers with high routine fit levels across many skin types, though SKIN1004 stands out for soothing and calming sensitive skin without added fragrance.

Which is more affordable, SKIN1004 or Elemis?

Elemis has a high price point that reviewers mostly note, making SKIN1004 the more affordable brand on this page.

Which brand is better for soothing and calming irritated skin, SKIN1004 or Elemis?

SKIN1004 is better for soothing and calming irritated skin, as every product on its page lists no fragrance and the brand outperforms Elemis in soothing and calming. Its formulations feature key ingredients like Centella asiatica and panthenol, which help calm skin.

American Journal of Clinical Dermatology, 2002

How do the fragrance options differ between SKIN1004 and Elemis products?

SKIN1004 products on this page list no added fragrance across the entire range, whereas Elemis includes fragrance in the majority of its formulations with only 4 out of 22 products listing no fragrance.

Which brand performs better for gentle exfoliation and skin texture smoothing?

Elemis performs better for gentle exfoliation and texture smoothing, as noted in the review themes on this page.

SKIN1004 or Elemis for oily skin?

Both SKIN1004 and Elemis offer an equal High routine fit for oily skin. SKIN1004 features no added fragrance across the products on this page and emphasizes soothing Centella asiatica, whereas Elemis often provides a luxurious spa scent and utilizes ingredients like glycerin.

SKIN1004 or Elemis: which moisturizer is better?

Both SKIN1004 and Elemis offer moisturizers with a High routine fit for dry skin, but they differ in formulation and scent. SKIN1004 products on this page list no fragrance, whereas most Elemis moisturizers contain added fragrance. Additionally, topical hyaluronic acid found in SKIN1004 formulas helps improve skin hydration and signs of skin aging.

Dermatologic Therapy, 2022

SKIN1004 or Elemis for sensitive skin?

Both SKIN1004 and Elemis achieve a High routine fit for sensitive skin on this page, but SKIN1004 stands out for soothing and calming benefits while every product on its page lists no fragrance. In contrast, Elemis features luxurious textures and a radiant glow, though some of its products may contain fragrance and skin irritation is sometimes noted by reviewers.

SKIN1004 or Elemis for acne-prone skin?

Both SKIN1004 and Elemis offer products on this page that are a High fit for acne-prone skin, though SKIN1004 is often noted for being more soothing.

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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