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BYOMA vs Biore

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

BYOMA and Biore are two distinct skincare lines known for distinct approaches to daily care. BYOMA offers moisturizers, toners, cleansers, and serums featuring a tri-ceramide complex and squalane, whereas Biore provides sunscreens, cleansers, masks, and makeup removers driven by effective formulas. The British brand suits dry skin and oily skin best, while the Japanese brand suits sensitive skin and oily skin best. Ultimately, they differ through their foundational ingredients and specific regional heritages.

BYOMA is a British skincare brand founded in 2022 and owned by Bansk Group since 2025.

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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 BYOMA and Biore products; for every product of both brands, with a fit score for your own skin, use the Lovi app.

Popular BYOMA vs Biore products

People Say

BYOMABiore
  • Texture and Absorption Mostly MentionedOften Mentioned
    • “sinks in quickly — BYOMA Brightening Serum”
    • “sinks in immediately — BYOMA Hydrating Serum”
    • “Controls oil — BYOMA Moisturizing Gel-Cream”
    • “melts into skin — Biore UV Aqua Rich”
  • Skin Barrier and Hydration Mostly MentionedSometimes Noted
    • “helped heal my barrier — BYOMA Hydrating Serum”
    • “Absorbs instantly — BYOMA Moisturizing Gel-Cream”
    • “skin feels so hydrated — BYOMA Hydrating Milky Toner”
    • “feels like a moisturizer — Biore UV Aqua Rich”
  • Makeup Removal and Cleansing Rarely NotedMostly Mentioned
    • “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”
    • “melts away makeup — BYOMA Milky Oil Cleanser”
  • Sensitivity and Gentle Formula Mostly MentionedSometimes Noted
    • “doesn't strip skin — BYOMA Creamy Jelly Cleanser”
    • “no irritation at all — BYOMA Sensitive Retinol Oil”
    • “great for sensitive skin — BYOMA Balancing Face Mist”
    • “Leaves skin soft, doesn't dry out face. — Biore Makeup Remover Perfect Oil”
  • Performance and Results Not notedMostly Mentioned
    • “Minimal effort required — Biore Deep Cleansing Pore Strips”
    • “Satisfying to see results — Biore Deep Cleansing Pore Strips”
    • “Keeps shine away — Biore Deep Pore Charcoal Cleanser”
  • Price and Value Often MentionedNot noted
    • “budget-friendly — BYOMA Brightening Serum”
    • “Budget-friendly skincare — BYOMA Brightening Toner”
    • “great value for money — BYOMA Hydrating Serum”
  • Skin Reactions and Irritation Sometimes NotedMostly Mentioned
    • “Rolls off skin — BYOMA Moisturizing Gel-Cream”
    • “Caused breakouts — BYOMA Moisturizing Gel-Cream”
    • “Tacky finish — BYOMA Moisturizing Gel-Cream”
    • “stings eyes — Biore UV Aqua Rich”
  • Packaging and Design Flaws Mostly MentionedSometimes Noted
    • “Stains the sink — Biore Deep Pore Charcoal Cleanser”
    • “Opening is huge — BYOMA Brightening Toner”
  • Scents and Fragrance Sometimes NotedOften Mentioned
    • “has a weird chemically smell — BYOMA Milky Moisture Cleanser”
    • “smell is annoying — BYOMA Milky Oil Cleanser”
    • “smells like plastic — BYOMA Creamy Jelly Cleanser”
    • “smells like alcohol — Biore UV Aqua Rich”

BYOMA vs Biore routines for dry skin

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BYOMA vs Biore routines for oily skin

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BYOMA vs Biore routines for combination skin

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Questions and answers

BYOMA or Biore: which is better?

BYOMA is generally better for price and value, texture, skin barrier, and hydration, whereas Biore does better for makeup removal, cleansing, and overall performance. BYOMA is rated as a Superior fit for dry, oily, and acne-prone skin, while Biore is rated as a Superior fit for sensitive skin.

What is the difference between BYOMA and Biore?

BYOMA offers a wider variety of skincare products focused on barrier repair and hydration with superior fit levels for dry, oily, and acne-prone skin, whereas Biore focuses on targeted cleansers and sunscreens with a superior fit for sensitive skin. Reviewers highlight BYOMA for its texture, barrier support, and value, while Biore performs better for makeup removal and overall performance results.

BYOMA or Biore for dry skin?

For dry skin, BYOMA offers a superior Lovi routine fit compared to Biore, which has a high fit. Reviewers note that BYOMA excels in skin barrier and hydration, featuring mostly mentioned moisturizers that strengthen the skin barrier and deliver instant hydration.

BYOMA or Biore: which cleanser is better?

BYOMA is better for cleansers on this page, as Lovi rates its cleansers like the Creamy Jelly Cleanser and Milky Moisture Cleanser at High fit levels for dry and sensitive skin, whereas Biore cleansers such as the Deep Pore Charcoal Cleanser receive Low or Average ratings for those skin types.

Which is more affordable, BYOMA or Biore?

BYOMA is more affordable as price and value are among the review themes where the brand does better than Biore on the products on this page.

Which brand has more fragrance-free products, BYOMA or Biore?

Biore has a higher proportion of fragrance-free options because every product on this page lists no fragrance in its ingredients, whereas BYOMA features one product with fragrance among its seventeen options.

Which brand was founded earlier and in which country?

Biore was founded earlier in 1980 in Japan, while BYOMA was founded in 2022 in the United Kingdom.

How does the routine fit for mature skin compare between BYOMA and Biore?

For mature skin, BYOMA has a Superior routine fit, whereas Biore has a High routine fit on this page. Reviewers note that BYOMA does better for skin barrier and hydration, while Biore does better for performance and results.

BYOMA or Biore for oily skin?

For oily skin, BYOMA is the better choice as Lovi rates its routine fit as Superior while Biore achieves a High fit. Reviewers specifically mention that BYOMA offers superior texture and absorption for oily skin types.

BYOMA or Biore for sensitive skin?

For sensitive skin, Biore achieves a Superior routine fit level while BYOMA reaches High. Reviewers note that BYOMA does better for sensitivity and gentle formulas, offering products on this page like Melting Balm Cleanser with a Superior fit level for sensitive skin.

BYOMA or Biore for acne-prone skin?

For acne-prone skin, BYOMA is the better choice because Lovi rates its routines as Superior, whereas Biore routines reach a High fit level. BYOMA offers a large selection of cleansers, toners, and serums that reviewers often note for strengthening the skin barrier without stripping moisture.

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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