Hada Labo skincare
Hada Labo is a Japanese skincare brand founded in 2004 and owned by Rohto Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd..
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Hada Labo is deeply loved for its hydrating toners, gentle makeup removers, and nourishing moisturizers, all driven by the advanced science of its formulas. Its products suit dry skin and acne-prone skin best, as these expertly crafted solutions restore moisture and soothe irritation without clogging pores. For targeted concerns, the brand offers standout options including the Gokujyun Lotion for acne-prone skin, the Shirojyun Premium Whitening Lotion for skin with dark spots, and the Gokujun Premium for mature skin. Through thoughtful formulation, its ingredients work harmoniously to deliver essential hydration and support a healthy skin barrier.
Hyaluronic acidThis page covers some of the most popular Hada Labo products; for the whole Hada Labo range, with a fit score for every product, use the Lovi app.
People Say
★4.7Overall rating based on 6.8k+ reviewsReviewers most often praise Hada Labo for providing deep hydration, brightening the complexion, and offering gentle makeup removal. The most common complaints are a sticky texture and causing breakouts.
Highlights
Deep hydration and moisturization Mostly Mentioned
- “skin drinks it up — Gokujyun Lotion”
- “Plumps fine lines — Gokujun Premium”
- “leaves skin soft, smooth, and hydrated — Shirojyun Premium Whitening Lotion”
Gentle and fragrance-free formulations Often Mentioned
- “never stings my sensitive skin — Gokujyun Lotion”
- “No fragrance/alcohol — Gokujun Premium”
- “no irritation, no breakouts — Shirojyun Premium Whitening Lotion”
Value and versatility Often Mentioned
- “bottle lasts forever — Gokujyun Lotion”
- “mixes well with oils — Gokujyun Lotion”
- “Lasts forever — Gokujun Premium”
Lightweight and fast-absorbing toners Often Mentioned
- “absorbs super quickly — Premium Whitening Lotion (Light)”
- “watery and lightweight — Shirojyun Premium Whitening Lotion”
Brightening and dark spot reduction Often Mentioned
- “faded considerably — Shirojyun Premium Whitening Lotion”
- “faded my PIH considerably — Premium Whitening Lotion (Light)”
Sticky and tacky finishes Often Mentioned
- “Tacky residue — Gokujun Premium”
- “Texture Sticky, sticky, sticky! If you have sensory issues, beware. — Gokujyun Perfect Gel”
- “feels gloopy at first — Gokujyun Lotion”
Application and environmental issues Often Mentioned
- “Greasy in humidity — Gokujun Premium”
- “There is sometimes a film/layer on my skin in the morning. — Gokujyun Perfect Gel”
- “not enough for dry patches — Premium Whitening Lotion (Light)”
Breakouts and clogged pores Often Mentioned
- “gave me tiny bumps — Gokujyun Lotion”
- “Closed comedones — Gokujun Premium”
- “gave me closed comedones — Shirojyun Premium Whitening Lotion”
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Questions and answers
Is Hada Labo good for oily skin?
Hada Labo is a good match for oily skin, as Lovi rates the Hada Labo-focused routine Superior for oily skin and the page's toners and cleansers offer moderate to high fit levels. Reviewers often mention that the toners feel lightweight and fast-absorbing, and topically applied hyaluronic acid helps support overall skin hydration.
Is Hada Labo worth it?
Hada Labo is often considered worth it for shoppers seeking deep moisture and value, as the Hada Labo products on this page list no fragrance and feature hyaluronic acid that helps improve skin hydration. Lovi rates the brand-focused routines Superior for dry skin, oily skin, sensitive skin, combination skin, and acne-prone skin.
Dermatologic Therapy, 2022Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology, 2017
What are Hada Labo's best products?
Hada Labo's best products are Gokujyun Lotion and Gokujyun Premium for dry skin, and Gokujyun Cleansing Oil for makeup removal. Topical hyaluronic acid helps improve skin quality and provides deep hydration.
Which Hada Labo moisturizer is best for dry skin?
Gokujyun Perfect Gel is the best moisturizer on this page for dry skin, as Lovi rates it High for dry skin. Topical hyaluronic acid helps provide deep hydration and moisturization for skin quality.
Does Hada Labo cause breakouts?
Hada Labo is unlikely to cause breakouts for most users, as its gentle formulas feature lightweight hyaluronic acid and reviewer feedback is generally positive, though some shoppers note that certain products may occasionally clog pores.
Is Hada Labo fragrance-free?
Yes, the Hada Labo products on this page are fragrance-free and list no fragrance in their ingredients. Reviewers often mention these gentle formulations as a key benefit of the brand.
What are the key ingredients in Hada Labo products?
The key ingredients in Hada Labo products include hyaluronic acid, which helps improve skin hydration and signs of aging.
How do I build a Hada Labo skincare routine?
To build a Hada Labo routine for dry skin, start your morning with a cleanser, apply Gokujyun Lotion as a hydrating toner, finish with a moisturizer, and use sunscreen. Your evening routine includes a pre-cleanser, a cleanser, a serum, and a moisturizer, while a weekly routine adds a soothing sheet mask after cleansing.
Dermatologic Therapy, 2022Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology, 2017
Where can I buy Hada Labo, and how much does it cost?
Hada Labo is available for purchase at stores in France. Prices for the Hada Labo products on this page range from €18.20 to €30.78.
What are good alternatives to Hada Labo?
Good alternatives to Hada Labo that have dedicated pages on Lovi include Biore, Shiseido, SK-II, Shiseido Senka, DHC, and Pair.
Hada Labo vs Biore: which is better?
Hada Labo is a better fit than Biore for dry, oily, sensitive, combination, and acne-prone skin because Lovi rates the Hada Labo-focused routines as Superior for all of these skin types, compared to Biore-focused routines which rate as High or Superior.
Who owns Hada Labo, and where is it from?
Hada Labo is a Japanese brand founded in 2004, owned by Rohto Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd..
Is Hada Labo cruelty-free?
PETA, Leaping Bunny, and Cruelty Free International, the registries Lovi checks, do not list Hada Labo as cruelty-free.
Is Hada Labo good for dry skin?
Hada Labo is a great choice for dry skin, as Lovi rates the brand-focused routine Superior for it. Reviewers often mention deep hydration and moisturization from products like Gokujyun Lotion and Gokujyun Cleansing Oil, which both fit dry skin at a Superior level.
Is Hada Labo good for acne-prone skin?
Yes, Hada Labo is well suited for acne-prone skin, which Lovi rates Superior for the brand's focused routines. The Gokujyun Lotion and Gokujyun Premium are among the options that help provide moisture without heavy oils, while the Hada Labo products on this page list no fragrance.
Is Hada Labo good for skin with dark spots?
Hada Labo is a good option for skin with dark spots, as Lovi rates Shirojyun Premium Whitening Lotion and Gokujun Premium High for this skin type. The products on this page help improve skin quality and signs of aging with hyaluronic acid.
Is Hada Labo good for mature skin?
Yes, Hada Labo is good for mature skin, with Lovi rating the Gokujyun Lotion, Gokujyun Premium, Shirojyun Premium Whitening Lotion, Gokujyun Cleansing Oil, and Premium Whitening Lotion (Light) High for it. Reviewers often mention deep hydration and moisturization from the products, which helps keep mature skin soft and smooth. Topical hyaluronic acid, a key ingredient across these products, helps improve skin quality and signs of skin aging.
Research behind Hada Labo's key ingredients
The effect of niacinamide on reducing cutaneous pigmentation and suppression of melanosome transfer
Preparation and characterization of a lecithin nanoemulsion as a topical delivery system
The anti-wrinkles properties of sodium acetylated hyaluronate
Moisturizing Effects of Diglycerol Combined with Glycerol on Human Stratum Corneum
Nanocomplex of quaternized cyclodextrin grafted chitosan and hyaluronic acid for a skin delivery
Combined Effect of Silybin and Sodium Acetylated Hyaluronate on UV-Induced Photoaging
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.
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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
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Aesthetic medicine practitioner, MSc in Longevity and Anti-Aging Medicine
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Specialist dermatologist, MBBS, MD, IFAAD
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Elina Nazarenko, MD
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Dermatology and diagnostic consultant
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Victoria Derkova, MS
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Cosmetic chemist, cosmetic development technologist
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