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Purito vs Galderma

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

Purito and Galderma are skincare brands that offer gentle formulas and targeted serums. The Korean brand, founded in 2017, is beloved for moisturizers, serums, sunscreens, makeup removers, and more, while the Swiss brand, founded in 1981, provides specialized serums. Both brands suit different needs, as Purito suits dry skin and dry sensitive skin best through deeply comforting formulations, whereas Galderma features highly rated acne and spot treatments like Epiduo Gel and Benzac AC. Ultimately, they differ in their origins, ownership, and product ranges, with the former focusing on a steady and soothing approach to daily care.

Purito is a Korean skincare brand founded in 2017 and owned by Corstone Capital since 2022.

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Galderma is a Swiss skincare brand founded in 1981 and owned by Galderma Group AG.

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

Popular Purito vs Galderma products

People Say

PuritoGalderma
  • Acne Treatment and Clearance Rarely NotedMostly Mentioned
    • “cleared up my skin — Galderma Benzac AC Mild Strength 2.5% Acne Gel”
    • “cystic acne gone — Galderma Epiduo Gel”
    • “stops new pimples — Galderma Epiduo Gel”
    • “dissolves waterproof mascara easily — Purito From Green Cleansing Oil”
  • Lightweight and Non-Greasy Texture Mostly MentionedNot noted
    • “absorbs instantly into skin — Purito Oat-in Calming Gel Cream”
    • “perfect weight, not too light not too heavy — Purito Mighty Bamboo Panthenol Cream”
    • “feels like lotion — Purito Daily Soft Touch Sunscreen”
  • Soothing and Calming Mostly MentionedNot noted
    • “calmed my redness instantly — Purito Centella Unscented Serum”
    • “calmed my redness immediately — Purito Oat-in Calming Gel Cream”
    • “no stinging on sensitive skin — Purito Centella Unscented Serum”
  • Hydration and Plumping Often MentionedNot noted
    • “completely transparent — Purito Daily Soft Touch Sunscreen”
    • “makes skin look dewy and plump — Purito Deep Sea Pure Water Cream”
    • “layering multiple times — Purito Centella Unscented Toner”
  • Fragrance-Free and Gentle Formula Often MentionedNot noted
    • “non-stinging — Purito Centella Unscented Toner”
    • “doesn't dry out my skin — Purito From Green Cleansing Oil”
    • “love that it has no scent — Purito Oat-in Calming Gel Cream”
  • Severe Irritation and Purging Not notedMostly Mentioned
    • “face on fire — Galderma Epiduo Gel”
  • Breakouts and Skin Irritation Often MentionedNot noted
    • “shiny on oily skin — Purito Daily Soft Touch Sunscreen”
  • Insufficient Moisture and Dryness Often MentionedNot noted
    • “skin felt tight after an hour — Purito Oat-in Calming Gel Cream”
  • Packaging and Scent Issues Often MentionedNot noted
    • “metallic scent — Purito Pure Vitamin C Serum”

Questions and answers

Purito or Galderma: which is better?

Purito is better for soothing hydration and lightweight texture, as Lovi rates its products with a High or Superior fit for sensitive and dry skin types on this page. Galderma is more effective for acne treatment and clearance, but its serums often cause severe dryness, peeling, and irritation.

What is the difference between Purito and Galderma?

Purito focuses on lightweight, soothing, and hydrating formulas that Lovi rates best for dry and sensitive skin, whereas Galderma specializes in effective acne-clearing serums that reviewers often note can cause severe dryness and irritation.

Which is more affordable, Purito or Galderma?

The products on this page do not list pricing information, so it is not possible to compare the affordability of Purito and Galderma.

Which causes fewer breakouts, Purito or Galderma?

Galderma is better for acne treatment and clearance, while the products on this page from Purito are noted for sometimes causing breakouts and skin irritation.

Between Purito and Galderma, which brand is older and where was it founded?

Galderma is older, having been founded in 1981 in Switzerland, whereas Purito was founded in 2017 in South Korea.

How do the Lovi fit levels for dry skin compare between Purito's Daily Soft Touch Sunscreen and Galderma's Epiduo Gel?

Purito's Daily Soft Touch Sunscreen has a Superior Lovi fit level for dry skin, whereas Galderma's Epiduo Gel has a Low fit level for dry skin.

What specific morning and evening routine steps does Purito recommend for dry skin?

For dry skin, Purito recommends a morning routine featuring a cleanser, the Centella Unscented Toner, the Deep Sea Pure Water Cream, and the Daily Soft Touch Sunscreen. In the evening, the routine includes the From Green Cleansing Oil, a cleanser, the Centella Unscented Serum, and the Deep Sea Pure Water Cream.

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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