# SKINFOOD skincare

Page: https://lovi.care/skincare/es/brands/skinfood

The Lovi Fit is the same in every country; only the stores and prices differ, and the ones here are for Spain.

SKINFOOD is a Korean skincare brand founded in 2004 and owned by Goodai Global Inc. since 2025.

[koreaherald.com](https://www.koreaherald.com/article/10607288) [goodai-global.com](https://www.goodai-global.com/en) [pitchbook.com](https://pitchbook.com/profiles/company/268646-68) [beautymatter.com](https://beautymatter.com/articles/goodai-global-acquires-k-beauty-brand-skinfood)

SKINFOOD is lovingly celebrated for its nourishing masks, targeted [serums](https://lovi.care/skincare/es/ingredients/serum), rich moisturizers, and clarifying toners, all crafted from wholesome food-based formulas. Its products suit oily acne-prone skin and oily skin best, helping to balance excess oil and soothe irritation. To address specific concerns, the standout choices include the Royal [Honey](https://lovi.care/skincare/es/ingredients/honey) [Propolis](https://lovi.care/skincare/es/ingredients/propolis) Enrich Essence for acne-prone skin, the [Black Sugar](https://lovi.care/skincare/es/ingredients/black-sugar) Perfect Essential Scrub 2X for skin with dark spots, and the [Carrot Carotene](https://lovi.care/skincare/es/ingredients/beta-carotene) Calming [Water](https://lovi.care/skincare/es/ingredients/water) Pad for mature skin. Through these thoughtful offerings, the brand delivers reliable care that respects the skin's natural needs.

This page covers some of the most popular SKINFOOD products; for the whole SKINFOOD range, with a fit score for every product, [use the Lovi app](https://app.pora.ai/vqqJ/j1xj2b6o?af_sub2=brand&af_sub3=selection_note&af_sub4=pg1a51c63cf0).

### Other SKINFOOD products

#### Other products

- [Carrot Carotene Calming Water Pad](https://lovi.care/skincare/es/p/skinfood/carrot-carotene-calming-water-pad/for/dry-skin) — High fit
- [Rice Mask Wash Off](https://lovi.care/skincare/es/p/skinfood/rice-mask-wash-off/for/sensitive-skin) — Average fit — [€22.80 at Amazon](https://www.amazon.de/dp/B004FKNYWW?tag=lovi-care-web-product05-21&linkCode=osi&th=1&psc=1)
- [Carrot Carotene Daily Mask](https://lovi.care/skincare/es/p/skinfood/carrot-carotene-daily-mask/for/dry-sensitive-skin) — Average fit
- [Black Sugar Perfect Essential Scrub 2X](https://lovi.care/skincare/es/p/skinfood/black-sugar-perfect-essential-scrub-2x/for/mature-skin) — Superior fit
- [Yuja C Dark Spot Clear Serum](https://lovi.care/skincare/es/p/skinfood/yuja-c-dark-spot-clear-serum/for/combination-skin) — Average fit
- [Royal Honey Propolis Enrich Essence](https://lovi.care/skincare/es/p/skinfood/royal-honey-propolis-enrich-essence/for/dry-skin) — High fit — [€29.48 at Amazon](https://www.amazon.de/dp/B077PQKN45?tag=lovi-care-web-product05-21&linkCode=osi&th=1&psc=1)
- [Carrot Carotene Relief Cream](https://lovi.care/skincare/es/p/skinfood/carrot-carotene-relief-cream/for/dry-skin) — Average fit

## People Say

★4.6

Overall rating based on 26.8k+ reviews

Reviewers most often praise SKINFOOD for gentle exfoliation, soothing redness, and providing deep hydration. The most common complaints are a sticky finish and difficulty with physical particles or insufficient moisture.

### Highlights

- Softening and brightening masks Mostly Mentioned “skin feels like baby butt — Rice Mask Wash Off” “Leaves my skin feeling refreshed and hydrated without any stickiness. — Carrot Carotene Daily Mask” “gives an incredible glow — Rice Mask Wash Off”
- Product effectiveness issues Mostly Mentioned “rice chunks are hard to get off — Rice Mask Wash Off” “pricier than other brands — Carrot Carotene Calming Water Pad” “hard to peel apart — Carrot Carotene Calming Water Pad”

Sources: lovi.care, iherb.com, yesstyle.com, influenster.com, walmart.com, reddit.com, and more

## Questions and answers

### Is SKINFOOD good for oily skin?

Yes, SKINFOOD is a good choice for oily skin, as Lovi rates the SKINFOOD-focused routine Superior for this skin type. Reviewers frequently mention that the masks help leave the skin soft, though some note product effectiveness issues.

### Is SKINFOOD worth it?

SKINFOOD is worth it because reviewers frequently mention that its masks leave the skin soft and bright, and every product listed on this page is free of fragrance. Lovi rates the brand-focused routines Superior for dry, oily, sensitive, combination, and acne-prone skin. However, shoppers should note that product effectiveness issues are also commonly reported by reviewers.

### What are SKINFOOD's best products?

SKINFOOD's best products are the [Carrot Carotene](https://lovi.care/skincare/es/ingredients/beta-carotene) Calming [Water](https://lovi.care/skincare/es/ingredients/water) Pad and the Royal [Honey](https://lovi.care/skincare/es/ingredients/honey) [Propolis](https://lovi.care/skincare/es/ingredients/propolis) Enrich Essence, both of which rate High for dry skin. Additionally, Lovi rates the [Black Sugar](https://lovi.care/skincare/es/ingredients/black-sugar) Perfect Essential Scrub 2X as Superior for mature and dry sensitive skin.

### Which SKINFOOD moisturizer is best for dry skin?

The Royal Honey Propolis Enrich Essence is the best choice, as Lovi rates it High for dry skin, followed by the Carrot Carotene Relief Cream which is rated Average. Every moisturizer from the SKINFOOD products on this page lists no fragrance in its ingredients.

### Does SKINFOOD cause breakouts?

SKINFOOD is unlikely to cause breakouts for most users, as the SKINFOOD products on this page are fragrance-free and Lovi rates acne-prone skin routines Superior for the brand. Reviewers mostly mention softening and brightening masks, though some note product effectiveness issues.

### Is SKINFOOD fragrance-free?

Yes, every one of the SKINFOOD products on this page lists no fragrance in its ingredients. Reviewers mostly mention softening and brightening masks, though product effectiveness issues are also noted.

### What are the key ingredients in SKINFOOD products?

SKINFOOD products feature natural ingredients like [rice](https://lovi.care/skincare/es/ingredients/rice), black sugar, carrot [extract](https://lovi.care/skincare/es/ingredients/extract), honey, and propolis. These extracts help nourish and soften the skin.

[Clinical Pharmacology, 2018](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/30588129/)

### How do I build a SKINFOOD skincare routine?

To build a SKINFOOD routine for dry skin, follow a daily plan that includes a cleanser, hydrating toner, Royal Honey Propolis Enrich Essence as a moisturizer, and SPF in the morning. In the evening, use a pre-cleanser, cleanser, [serum](https://lovi.care/skincare/es/ingredients/serum) or treatment, and the same moisturizer, adding the Rice Mask Wash Off once a week. Lovi rates the SKINFOOD routine Superior for dry skin.

### Where can I buy SKINFOOD, and how much does it cost?

SKINFOOD products are available on this page at stores in Spain. Prices on the page range from €22.80 to €29.48, with most falling between those amounts.

### What are good alternatives to SKINFOOD?

SKIN1004, Anua, Medicube, Beauty of Joseon, COSRX, and Dr. Althea are good alternatives to SKINFOOD because they are similar brands with pages on Lovi.

### SKINFOOD vs SKIN1004: which is better?

SKINFOOD is better for oily and combination skin, where Lovi rates the SKINFOOD-focused routines Superior compared to the High fit of SKIN1004. For dry and sensitive skin, both brands offer a Superior fit, though SKINFOOD reviews highlight softening masks alongside some effectiveness issues.

### Who owns SKINFOOD, and where is it from?

SKINFOOD is a Korean brand founded in 2004, owned by Goodai Global Inc. since 2025.

[koreaherald.com](https://www.koreaherald.com/article/10607288) [goodai-global.com](https://www.goodai-global.com/en) [pitchbook.com](https://pitchbook.com/profiles/company/268646-68) [beautymatter.com](https://beautymatter.com/articles/goodai-global-acquires-k-beauty-brand-skinfood)

### Is SKINFOOD cruelty-free?

PETA, Leaping Bunny, and Cruelty Free International, the registries Lovi checks, do not list SKINFOOD as cruelty-free.

### Is SKINFOOD good for dry skin?

Yes, SKINFOOD is good for dry skin because Lovi rates the SKINFOOD-focused routine Superior for dry skin. The Carrot Carotene Calming Water Pad, Black Sugar Perfect Essential Scrub 2X, and Royal Honey Propolis Enrich Essence all fit dry skin at High levels.

### Is SKINFOOD good for sensitive skin?

Yes, SKINFOOD is good for sensitive skin because Lovi rates the brand-focused routine Superior for sensitive skin. Reviewers often mention softening and brightening effects from the masks, though some note product effectiveness issues.

### Is SKINFOOD good for acne-prone skin?

Yes, SKINFOOD is a good option because Lovi rates the brand-focused routine Superior for acne-prone skin. The SKINFOOD products on this page list no fragrance in their ingredients.

### Is SKINFOOD good for skin with dark spots?

SKINFOOD is a good choice for skin with dark spots because it offers effective brightening items like the Carrot Carotene Calming Water Pad and Black Sugar Perfect Essential Scrub 2X. Lovi rates the Black Sugar Perfect Essential Scrub 2X High for dark spots, and [niacinamide](https://lovi.care/skincare/es/ingredients/niacinamide) helps reduce unwanted pigment.

[The British Journal of Dermatology, 2002](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/12100180/)

### Is SKINFOOD good for mature skin?

SKINFOOD is good for mature skin, as Lovi rates the Black Sugar Perfect Essential Scrub 2X as Superior and the Carrot Carotene Calming Water Pad as High for it. Reviewers mention that the masks help leave the skin soft, though some users report product effectiveness issues.

## Research behind SKINFOOD's key ingredients

- [Hyaluronic acid and wound healing](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/25877441/) Sodium hyaluronate · Journal of Pharmacy & Pharmaceutical Sciences, 2015
- [The effect of niacinamide on reducing cutaneous pigmentation and suppression of melanosome transfer](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/12100180/) Niacinamide · The British Journal of Dermatology, 2002
- [Mechanistic Basis and Clinical Evidence for the Applications of Nicotinamide (Niacinamide) to Control Skin Aging and Pigmentation](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/34439563/) Niacinamide · Antioxidants, 2021
- [Benefits of topical hyaluronic acid for skin quality and signs of skin aging: From literature review to clinical evidence](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/36200921/) Sodium hyaluronate · Dermatologic Therapy, 2022
- [Topical use of dexpanthenol in skin disorders](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/12113650/) Panthenol · American Journal of Clinical Dermatology, 2002
- [Treatment of acne with a combination of propolis, tea tree oil, and Aloe vera compared to erythromycin cream: two double-blind investigations](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/30588129/) Propolis extract · Clinical Pharmacology, 2018
- [The 24-hour skin hydration and barrier function effects of a hyaluronic 1%, glycerin 5%, and Centella asiatica stem cells extract moisturizing fluid: an intra-subject, randomized, assessor-blinded study](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/28860834/) Glycerin · Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology, 2017
- [Synergism of plant extract and vegetable oils-based lipid nanocarriers: Emerging trends in development of advanced cosmetic prototype products](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/31923989/) Daucus carota sativa seed oil carrot seed oil · Materials Science & Engineering. C, Materials for Biological Applications, 2020
- [A new topical panthenol-containing emollient: Results from two randomized controlled studies assessing its skin moisturization and barrier restoration potential, and the effect on skin microflora](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/27425824/) Panthenol · The Journal of Dermatological Treatment, 2017
- [Topical beta-carotene protects against infra-red-light-induced free radicals](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/21255091/) Β-carotene, Beta-carotene, Carrot carotene · Experimental Dermatology, 2011
- [Efficacy of a topical gel containing chitosan, chlorhexidine, allantoin and dexpanthenol for pain and inflammation control after third molar surgery: A randomized and placebo-controlled clinical trial](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/32683390/) Allantoin · Medicina Oral, Patologia Oral Y Cirugia Bucal, 2020
- [In vivo anti-ageing activity of cream containing niosomes loaded with purple glutinous rice (Oryza sativa Linn.) extract](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/32812663/) Rice extract · International Journal of Cosmetic Science, 2020
- [Comparison of clinical efficacies of sodium ascorbyl phosphate, retinol and their combination in acne treatment](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/19134126/) Sodium ascorbyl phosphate · International Journal of Cosmetic Science, 2009
- [Administration of skin care regimens containing β-glucan for skin recovery after fractional laser therapy: A split-face, double-blinded, vehicle-controlled study](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/33128496/) Beta-glucan · Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2021
- [Assessment of Combined Ascorbyl Palmitate (AP) and Sodium Ascorbyl Phosphate (SAP) on Facial Skin Sebum Control in Female Healthy Volunteers](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/27756097/) Sodium ascorbyl phosphate · Drug Research, 2017
- [The combination of sucrose dilaurate and sucrose laurate suppresses HMGB1: an enhancer of melanocyte dendricity and melanosome transfer to keratinocytes](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/35014730/) Sucrose · Journal of the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology, 2022
- [Effect of facial application of essence containing royal jelly extract on stratum corneum moisture content: A placebo-controlled, double-blind, parallel-group study](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/35778882/) Royal jelly extract · Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2022
- [Effects of Hydroxydecine(®) (10-hydroxy-2-decenoic acid) on skin barrier structure and function in vitro and clinical efficacy in the treatment of UV-induced xerosis](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/21940237/) Royal jelly extract · European Journal of Dermatology, 2011
- [Influence of vitamin E acetate on stratum corneum hydration](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/9706379/) Tocopheryl acetate · Arzneimittel-Forschung, 1998
- [Clinical Efficacy in Skin Hydration and Reducing Wrinkles of Nanoemulsions Containing Macadamia integrifolia Seed Oil](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/38668218/) Macadamia oil · Nanomaterials, 2024
- [Modulation of skin pigmentation by the tetrapeptide PKEK: in vitro and in vivo evidence for skin whitening effects](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/22142309/) Sodium ascorbyl phosphate · Experimental Dermatology, 2012
- [Evaluation of the Efficacy and Safety of a Panthenol-Enriched Mask for Skin Barrier Recovery After Facial Laser Treatment: Results of a Double-Blind Randomized Controlled Study](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/40613435/) Panthenol · Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2025
- [Poly-γ-Glutamic Acid from a Novel Bacillus subtilis Strain: Strengthening the Skin Barrier and Improving Moisture Retention in Keratinocytes and a Reconstructed Skin Model](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/39940752/) Polyglutamic acid · International Journal of Molecular Sciences, 2025
- [Nanostructured Lipid Carrier Based Gel Containing α-Tocopherol and α-Tocopheryl Acetate for Synergistic Cutaneous Antiaging Efficacy](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/41309687/) Tocopheryl acetate · Scientific Reports, 2025
- [Effect of an Emollient Emulsion Containing 15.0% of Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride on the Urocanic Acid of the Stratum Corneum](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37109405/) Caprylic capric triglyceride · Life, 2023
- [Safety assessment on comedogenicity of dermatological products containing d-alpha tocopheryl acetate in Asian subjects: A double-blind randomized controlled trial](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/34471722/) Tocopheryl acetate · Contemporary Clinical Trials Communications, 2021
- [Investigating the Effects of a Manuka Honey, Royal Jelly, and Bee Venom-Derived Face Serum on Skin Health and Signs of Aging](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/40291268/) Royal jelly extract · Cureus, 2025
- [Efficacy and safety of combination cream of stimu-tex AS™ (spent grain wax, Argania Spinosa Kernel oil, Butyrospermum Parkii (shea butter) extract), and saccharide isomerate after fractional CO2 laser procedure: split-face, double blinded, randomized controlled trial](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/41134387/) Shea butter · Lasers in Medical Science, 2025
- [Efficacy of a Topical Formulation on Skin Hydration and Barrier Function in Individuals With Xerosis: A 28-Day Randomized, Split-Leg, Untreated-Controlled Trial](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/42108609/) Dipotassium glycyrrhizate · Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2026

## SKINFOOD routines

- 90% fit: [Routine for dry skin](https://lovi.care/skincare/es/brands/skinfood/skincare-routine/for/dry-skin)
- 94% fit: [Routine for oily skin](https://lovi.care/skincare/es/brands/skinfood/skincare-routine/for/oily-skin)
- 94% fit: [Routine for combination skin](https://lovi.care/skincare/es/brands/skinfood/skincare-routine/for/combination-skin)
- 90% fit: [Routine for sensitive skin](https://lovi.care/skincare/es/brands/skinfood/skincare-routine/for/sensitive-skin)
- 92% fit: [Routine for acne-prone skin](https://lovi.care/skincare/es/brands/skinfood/skincare-routine/for/acne-prone-skin)
- 88% fit: [Routine for mature skin](https://lovi.care/skincare/es/brands/skinfood/skincare-routine/for/mature-skin)
- 85% fit: [Routine for skin with dark spots](https://lovi.care/skincare/es/brands/skinfood/skincare-routine/for/dark-spots)
- 89% fit: [Routine for dry sensitive skin](https://lovi.care/skincare/es/brands/skinfood/skincare-routine/for/dry-sensitive-skin)
- 95% fit: [Routine for oily acne-prone skin](https://lovi.care/skincare/es/brands/skinfood/skincare-routine/for/oily-acne-prone-skin)

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## About the Lovi Fit

Lovi: Unbiased, science-based skincare AI trained on real user outcomes.

Lovi rates every product from its full ingredient list with brand-independent rules its 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. Levels from best to worst: Superior, High, Average, Low, Caution, Warning.

Behind these ratings: Nadia Kapleva, MS (Co-founder, Medical Director); Alexey Shagraev, PhD (Co-founder, CEO and CTO); Dr. Sofía Perea Pérez, MD, MSc (Medical Board); Aishani Shah, MD (Medical Board); Asya Zubkova, MS (Medical Board); Hanna Kurets, MD (Medical Board, Medical Advisor); Elina Nazarenko, MD (Medical Board); Victoria Derkova, MS (Medical Board).

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