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Biore vs KORRES

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Biore and KORRES are two distinct skincare lines known for gentle compositions that support a balanced and refreshed complexion. The Japanese brand offers thoughtful sunscreens, cleansers, masks, and makeup removers suited best for sensitive and oily skin, while its counterpart is celebrated for thoughtful moisturizers and cleansers tailored best for dry and sensitive skin. While both rely on effective, scientifically crafted formulations, they differ through their specific product types and key ingredients designed to address concerns like acne, dark spots, and maturity.

Biore is a Japanese skincare brand founded in 1980 and owned by Kao Corporation.

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

Popular Biore vs KORRES products

People Say

BioreKORRES
  • Texture and Weight Often MentionedMostly Mentioned
    • “feels like velvet — KORRES Velvet Skin Drink”
    • “absorbs instantly — KORRES Santorini Grape Poreless Skin Cream”
    • “Luxurious foam — KORRES Foaming Cream Cleanser”
    • “melts into skin — Biore UV Aqua Rich”
  • Cleansing and Debris Removal Mostly MentionedNot noted
    • “Gets the gunk out — Biore Deep Cleansing Pore Strips”
    • “Face feels squeaky clean — Biore Deep Pore Charcoal Cleanser”
    • “No greasy film, leaves skin fresh, rinses easily. — Biore Makeup Remover Perfect Oil”
  • Non-Stripping Formula Sometimes NotedOften Mentioned
    • “Leaves skin soft — KORRES Foaming Cream Cleanser”
    • “leaves face soft and smooth — KORRES Greek Yoghurt Foaming Cream Cleanser”
    • “Leaves skin soft, doesn't dry out face. — Biore Makeup Remover Perfect Oil”
  • Appearance and Finish Often MentionedOften Mentioned
    • “transparent finish — Biore UV Aqua Rich”
    • “primer-like — Biore UV Aqua Rich”
    • “skin feels baby soft — KORRES Santorini Grape Poreless Skin Cream”
    • “gives a no-shine glow — KORRES Velvet Skin Drink”
  • Makeup Removal Sometimes NotedOften Mentioned
    • “Removes waterproof mascara, eyeliner, foundation. — Biore Makeup Remover Perfect Oil”
    • “removes liquid eyeliner — KORRES Greek Yoghurt Foaming Cream Cleanser”
    • “Melts away makeup — KORRES Foaming Cream Cleanser”
  • Oil Control Sometimes NotedSometimes Noted
    • “Keeps shine away — Biore Deep Pore Charcoal Cleanser”
    • “kept me matte all day — KORRES Santorini Grape Poreless Skin Cream”
  • Scent and Fragrance Often MentionedOften Mentioned
    • “smells like alcohol — Biore UV Aqua Rich”
    • “strong citrus smell — Biore UV Aqua Rich”
    • “smells like babies — KORRES Greek Yoghurt Foaming Cream Cleanser”
    • “smell is too strong — KORRES Velvet Skin Drink”
  • Skin Irritation Often MentionedRarely Noted
    • “burns sensitive skin — KORRES Bounce Firming Moisturizer”
    • “Nose was irritated — Biore Deep Cleansing Pore Strips”
  • Price Point Not notedOften Mentioned
    • “jar is very small — KORRES Santorini Grape Poreless Skin Cream”

Biore vs KORRES routines for dry skin

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Biore vs KORRES routines for oily skin

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Biore vs KORRES routines for combination skin

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Questions and answers

Biore or KORRES: which is better?

KORRES is better for texture and weight as well as non-stripping formulas, whereas Biore is better for price point and cleansing. Lovi rates KORRES as Superior for dry skin routines, while Biore is rated High.

What is the difference between Biore and KORRES?

Biore and KORRES differ mainly in fragrance and review themes, where every product on the Biore page lists no fragrance, while KORRES products include fragrance and often receive scent complaints. Reviewers note that KORRES does better for texture and weight, non-stripping formulas, and skin irritation, whereas Biore performs better for cleansing and debris removal and price point.

Biore or KORRES for dry skin?

For dry skin, KORRES has a Superior routine fit compared to Biore, which has a High routine fit on this page. Reviewers often mention that KORRES offers hydrating and velvety moisturizers, although fragrance and scent complaints are also common.

Biore or KORRES: which cleanser is better?

For cleansing, KORRES offers a better texture and non-stripping formula, whereas Biore does better at cleansing and debris removal. Every product on the Biore page lists no fragrance, while KORRES cleansers on this page contain fragrance.

Which is more affordable, Biore or KORRES?

Biore is more affordable, as price point is an area where Biore does better than KORRES.

Biore or KORRES: which brand offers fragrance-free products?

Biore offers fragrance-free products, as every product on this page lists no fragrance in its ingredients. In contrast, none of the products on the KORRES page are listed as fragrance-free.

Which brand is better for texture and weight, Biore or KORRES?

KORRES is better for texture and weight compared to Biore among the products on this page. Reviewers frequently mention KORRES for its hydrating, velvety, and lightweight moisturizers.

Biore or KORRES for oily skin?

For oily skin, KORRES has a Superior routine fit compared to Biore's High routine fit, though every Biore product on this page lists no fragrance while KORRES products on this page list fragrance. Reviewers note that KORRES offers better texture and weight, as well as a more non-stripping formula.

Biore or KORRES for sensitive skin?

Both Biore and KORRES are rated as a Superior Lovi fit for sensitive skin. Reviewers often mention KORRES for gentle and non-stripping cleansers, while every Biore product on this page lists no fragrance in its ingredients.

Biore or KORRES for acne-prone skin?

For acne-prone skin, Lovi rates the routine fit as High for Biore and Superior for KORRES. KORRES brings better texture and weight, while Biore leads in cleansing and debris removal.

Biore or KORRES for mature skin?

For mature skin, Lovi rates both Biore and KORRES as having a High routine fit. Every product on the Biore page lists no fragrance, whereas every KORRES product on this page includes fragrance and often mentions scent complaints.

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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