Arencia skincare

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

Arencia is a Korean skincare brand founded in 2017 and owned by Arencia Inc..

Arencia is beloved for its thoughtful cleansers and moisturizers, which rely on carefully blended formulas. Its products suit oily acne-prone skin and oily skin best because of these balanced formulations. For acne-prone skin, the holy hyssop serum 30 stands out as an effective option, while the Fresh Green Rice Mochi Cleanser is ideal for skin with dark spots. The brand maintains a calm and steady approach to daily care.

This page covers some of the most popular Arencia products; for the whole Arencia range, with a fit score for every product, use the Lovi app.

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Questions and answers

Is Arencia good for oily skin?

Yes, Arencia is good for oily skin because the brand fits oily skin well. Lovi rates the Arencia-focused routine High for oily skin.

Is Arencia worth it?

Arencia is worth it for shoppers seeking affordable options, with prices on this page ranging from €13.91 to €17.95. Lovi rates the Arencia-focused routine High for dry, oily, sensitive, combination, and acne-prone skin types. Additionally, the Arencia products on this page list no fragrance in their ingredients.

What are Arencia's best products?

Arencia's best products are the Fresh Green Rice Mochi Cleanser and the holy hyssop serum 30, which are featured alongside brand-focused routines designed to suit oily and acne-prone skin best.

Which Arencia moisturizer is best for dry skin?

The holy hyssop serum 30 is the moisturizer on this page for dry skin, and Lovi rates it Average for dry skin.

Does Arencia cause breakouts?

Arencia is unlikely to cause breakouts, as its products are formulated for acne-prone skin and the brand-focused routines rate High for acne-prone skin.

Is Arencia fragrance-free?

Yes, every product from Arencia on this page lists no fragrance in its ingredients.

What are the key ingredients in Arencia products?

The Arencia products on this page include the Fresh Green Rice Mochi Cleanser and holy hyssop serum 30, but specific key ingredients are not listed in the available page facts.

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

Arencia products can be bought at stores in France, with prices ranging from €13.91 to €17.95. Most of the items on this page fall within that €13.91 to €17.95 price range.

What are good alternatives to Arencia?

Good alternatives to Arencia with pages on Lovi include SKIN1004, Anua, Medicube, Beauty of Joseon, COSRX, and Dr. Althea. These similar brands offer alternative options for building your skincare routine.

Arencia vs SKIN1004: which is better?

SKIN1004 is generally better for most skin types, as Lovi rates SKIN1004-focused routines as Superior for dry skin, sensitive skin, and acne-prone skin, while Arencia-focused routines rate High for those skin types. Both brands rate High for oily and combination skin types. Lovi rates the fit for oily skin as High for both Arencia-focused and SKIN1004-focused routines.

Who owns Arencia, and where is it from?

Arencia is a Korean brand founded in 2017, owned by Arencia Inc..

arencia.co.kr mk.co.kr tracxn.com

Is Arencia cruelty-free?

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

Is Arencia good for dry skin?

Lovi rates the Arencia-focused routine High for dry skin. For this routine, shoppers use the Fresh Green Rice Mochi Cleanser along with the holy hyssop serum 30.

Which Arencia cleanser is best for oily skin?

The Arencia cleanser on this page for oily skin is the Fresh Green Rice Mochi Cleanser, and Lovi rates it Low for oily skin.

Is Arencia good for sensitive skin?

Lovi rates Arencia High for sensitive skin. The Arencia products on this page list no fragrance in their ingredients.

Is Arencia good for acne-prone skin?

Yes, Arencia is a good choice for acne-prone skin because the brand focuses its routines on this skin type and Lovi rates the Arencia-focused routine High for acne-prone skin. The holy hyssop serum 30 also has an Average fit level for acne-prone skin.

Is Arencia good for skin with dark spots?

Lovi rates holy hyssop serum 30 Average for skin with dark spots. Niacinamide helps reduce cutaneous pigmentation.

The British Journal of Dermatology, 2002 Scientific Reports, 2024

Is Arencia good for mature skin?

Lovi rates the Arencia-focused routine High for mature skin. The individual products on this page, such as the Fresh Green Rice Mochi Cleanser and holy hyssop serum 30, receive a Low and Average fit respectively for mature skin.

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Research behind Arencia's key ingredients

The effect of niacinamide on reducing cutaneous pigmentation and suppression of melanosome transfer
Niacinamide · The British Journal of Dermatology, 2002
Benefits of topical hyaluronic acid for skin quality and signs of skin aging: From literature review to clinical evidence
Hyaluronic acid · Dermatologic Therapy, 2022
Topical use of dexpanthenol in skin disorders
Panthenol · American Journal of Clinical Dermatology, 2002
Ceramide 1 and ceramide 3 act synergistically on skin hydration and the transepidermal water loss of sodium lauryl sulfate-irritated skin
Ceramide np · International Journal of Dermatology, 2008
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
Glycerin · Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology, 2017

6 more studies

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
Panthenol · The Journal of Dermatological Treatment, 2017
Senomorphic activity of a combination of niacinamide and hyaluronic acid: correlation with clinical improvement of skin aging
Niacinamide · Scientific Reports, 2024
Adenosine-loaded dissolving microneedle patches to improve skin wrinkles, dermal density, elasticity and hydration
Adenosine · International Journal of Cosmetic Science, 2018
A Lipid Mixture Enriched by Ceramide NP with Fatty Acids of Diverse Chain Lengths Contributes to Restore the Skin Barrier Function Impaired by Topical Corticosteroid
Ceramide np · Skin Pharmacology and Physiology, 2022
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
Panthenol · Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2025
Low-temperature extracted Portulaca oleracea L. as a functional ingredient in facial masks for photorejuvenation of sensitive skin
Portulaca oleracea extract · Cutaneous and Ocular Toxicology, 2025

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Behind these ratings

Lovi rates every product from its 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

Co-founder, Medical Director

Cosmetic chemist, cosmetologist, aesthetic products developer
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

Medical Board

Aesthetic medicine practitioner, MSc in Longevity and Anti-Aging Medicine
Aishani Shah, MD

Medical Board

Specialist dermatologist, MBBS, MD, IFAAD
Asya Zubkova, MS

Medical Board

Cosmetic chemist, SCS, IFSCC member
Hanna Kurets, MD

Medical Board, Medical Advisor

Dermatology MD
Elina Nazarenko, MD

Medical Board

Dermatology and diagnostic consultant
Victoria Derkova, MS

Medical Board

Cosmetic chemist, cosmetic development technologist