Hada Labo vs Theramid
Hada Labo and Theramid are distinguished skincare brands that offer advanced, meticulously engineered formulas to elevate daily routines. Hada Labo is known for hydrating toners, gentle makeup removers, and nourishing moisturizers that suit dry and acne-prone skin best, while the Spanish brand is celebrated for its targeted serums and advanced moisturizers that cater to balanced, dry, combination, oily, and sensitive skin. Standout options from the first include the Gokujyun Lotion for acne-prone skin, the Shirojyun Premium Whitening Lotion for dark spots, and the Gokujyun Premium for mature skin, whereas the latter offers the Ceramide Treatment for acne-prone skin, the Copper Peptide for dark spots, and the DERMA-PEPTIDES for mature skin. Ultimately, the two differ in their geographic roots, founding years, and the specific spectrum of skin types and specialized treatments they provide.
Hada Labo is a Japanese skincare brand founded in 2004 and owned by Rohto Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd..
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Theramid is a Spanish skincare brand founded in 2022 and owned by Cosnova Group since 2026.
This page compares some of the most popular Hada Labo and Theramid products; for every product of both brands, with a fit score for your own skin, use the Lovi app.
People Say
Hydration and Moisture Mostly MentionedOften Mentioned
- “skin drinks it up — Hada Labo Gokujyun Lotion”
- “Plumps fine lines — Hada Labo Gokujun Premium”
- “leaves skin soft, smooth, and hydrated — Hada Labo Shirojyun Premium Whitening Lotion”
- “Provides long-lasting hydration — Theramid Ceramide Treatment”
Gentle Formulation Mostly MentionedOften Mentioned
- “never stings my sensitive skin — Hada Labo Gokujyun Lotion”
- “No fragrance/alcohol — Hada Labo Gokujun Premium”
- “Suitable for sensitive skin — Theramid DERMA-PEPTIDES”
- “incredibly gentle... I experienced zero redness or irritation — Theramid Copper Peptide”
Lightweight Texture and Absorption Often MentionedMostly Mentioned
- “the texture is a sophisticated, lightweight gel that absorbs almost instantly without leaving a sticky residue — Theramid Copper Peptide”
- “Absorbs quickly — Theramid DERMA-PEPTIDES”
- “absorbs super quickly — Hada Labo Premium Whitening Lotion (Light)”
Value and Pricing Sometimes NotedSometimes Noted
- “bottle lasts forever — Hada Labo Gokujyun Lotion”
- “Lasts forever — Hada Labo Gokujun Premium”
- “Price is unbeatable — Theramid DERMA-PEPTIDES”
Redness Reduction and Soothing Sometimes NotedOften Mentioned
- “Instantly took out redness — Theramid Ceramide Treatment”
- “calms my redness — Hada Labo Premium Whitening Lotion (Light)”
Versatile and Convenient Application Often MentionedNot noted
- “mixes well with oils — Hada Labo Gokujyun Lotion”
- “Mixes with oils — Hada Labo Gokujun Premium”
- “Streamlines your routine by replacing five separate products. — Hada Labo Gokujyun Perfect Gel”
Sticky or Tacky Finish Often MentionedNot noted
- “Tacky residue — Hada Labo Gokujun Premium”
Packaging Issues and Preferences Not notedOften Mentioned
- “Struggled to pump it out halfway through — Theramid Ceramide Treatment”
Questions and answers
Hada Labo or Theramid: which is better?
Hada Labo is better for deep hydration and dry skin, while Theramid is better for redness reduction and lightweight texture. Both brands feature fragrance-free formulations across the products on this page.
What is the difference between Hada Labo and Theramid?
Hada Labo focuses on deeply hydrating toners featuring hyaluronic acid that Lovi rates as a Superior fit for dry skin, whereas Theramid centers on restorative and soothing moisturizers with lightweight textures and absorption. Both brands offer fragrance-free products on this page.
Journal of Pharmacy & Pharmaceutical Sciences, 2015Dermatologic Therapy, 2022
Hada Labo or Theramid: which moisturizer is better?
When it comes to moisturizers on this page, Hada Labo features products like Gokujyun Perfect Gel with average fits for dry skin, while Theramid offers options like Ceramide Treatment with a high fit for dry skin and Ceramide Treatment achieving a superior fit for dry sensitive skin.
Which is more affordable, Hada Labo or Theramid?
Both Hada Labo and Theramid are considered equal in terms of value and pricing based on the products on this page.
Which causes fewer breakouts, Hada Labo or Theramid?
Hada Labo is listed as fitting acne-prone and oily acne-prone skin best among the products on this page, whereas Theramid does not list acne-prone skin among its best-fit types. Reviewers mention breakouts and clogged pores as a negative for Hada Labo, while Theramid is not noted for breakout reduction on this page.
Between Hada Labo and Theramid, which brand is better suited for dry skin?
Both brands are well suited for dry skin, with Hada Labo offering a Superior fit for dry skin through products like Gokujyun Lotion and Gokujyun Premium, while Theramid provides a Superior fit for dry sensitive skin with its Ceramide Treatment. Hyaluronic acid helps provide deep hydration, and ceramides support the skin barrier.
Journal of Pharmacy & Pharmaceutical Sciences, 2015Dermatologic Therapy, 2022
How do the founding years and countries of origin compare between Hada Labo and Theramid?
Hada Labo was founded in 2004 in Japan, whereas Theramid was founded in 2022 in Spain.
Which brand offers better options for addressing dark spots, Hada Labo or Theramid?
Hada Labo offers better options for addressing dark spots because the products on this page feature brightening and dark spot reduction as a widely recognized benefit. Hyaluronic acid helps support overall skin quality while reviewers frequently mention visible improvements.
Dermatologic Therapy, 2022Journal of Pharmacy & Pharmaceutical Sciences, 2015
Research behind their key ingredients
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
Targeting Circadian Rhythm for the Regulation of Skin Collagen Metabolism
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.
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Dr. Sofía Perea Pérez, MD, MSc
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Elina Nazarenko, MD
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Victoria Derkova, MS
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