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SKIN1004 vs Biore

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SKIN1004 and Biore are Asian beauty mainstays that offer thoughtfully formulated sunscreens, cleansers, masks, and treatments. The Korean brand centers its toners, moisturizers, and other offerings on centella asiatica, hyaluronic acid, and niacinamide, suiting combination and oily skin best, while the Japanese brand relies on gentle, clarifying formulations of sunscreens, makeup removers, and cleansers that cater to sensitive and oily skin. Although both ranges support a balanced and refreshed complexion, they differ through distinct ingredient philosophies and targeted product strengths for specific skin concerns.

SKIN1004 is a Korean skincare brand founded in 2012 and owned by Goodai Global Inc. since 2024.

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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 SKIN1004 and Biore products; for every product of both brands, with a fit score for your own skin, use the Lovi app.

Popular SKIN1004 vs Biore products

People Say

SKIN1004Biore
  • Lightweight and Fast-Absorbing Texture Mostly MentionedOften Mentioned
    • “sunk in like a dream — SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Hyalu-Cica Water-Fit Sun Serum”
    • “zero white cast — SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Hyalu-Cica Water-Fit Sun Serum”
    • “Turns milky immediately and washes off completely. — SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Light Cleansing Oil”
    • “melts into skin — Biore UV Aqua Rich”
  • Cleansing and Exfoliation Efficacy Sometimes NotedMostly Mentioned
    • “Gets the gunk out — Biore Deep Cleansing Pore Strips”
    • “Face feels squeaky clean — Biore Deep Pore Charcoal Cleanser”
    • “Removes waterproof mascara, eyeliner, foundation. — Biore Makeup Remover Perfect Oil”
    • “Dissolves waterproof mascara and sunscreen effortlessly. — SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Light Cleansing Oil”
  • Soothing and Calming Properties Mostly MentionedNot noted
    • “calmed my angry skin — SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Toning Toner”
    • “Eliminated redness on my easily irritated skin — SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Watergel Sheet Ampoule Mask”
    • “Calms irritation instantly — SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Quick Calming Pad”
  • Hydration and Moisture Levels Often MentionedSometimes Noted
    • “Gives my dehydrated skin a moisture surge — SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Watergel Sheet Ampoule Mask”
    • “Soaked in essence — SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Quick Calming Pad”
    • “leaves no oily film — SKIN1004 Hyalu-Cica Moisture Cream”
    • “feels like a moisturizer — Biore UV Aqua Rich”
  • Refreshing Sensation and Clean Rinse Not notedOften Mentioned
    • “Love the tingle — Biore Deep Pore Charcoal Cleanser”
    • “No greasy film, leaves skin fresh, rinses easily. — Biore Makeup Remover Perfect Oil”
  • Non-comedogenic and Oily Skin Suitability Sometimes NotedSometimes Noted
    • “perfect for oily skin — SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Poremizing Light Gel Cream”
    • “doesn't clog pores — SKIN1004 Hyalu-CICA Blue Serum”
    • “Keeps shine away — Biore Deep Pore Charcoal Cleanser”
  • Skin Irritation and Sensitivity Sometimes NotedMostly Mentioned
    • “Made my vision blurry/foggy for a while after rinsing. — SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Light Cleansing Oil”
    • “caused tiny bumps — SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Toning Toner”
    • “Corn mint oil can be sensitizing — SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Watergel Sheet Ampoule Mask”
    • “stings eyes — Biore UV Aqua Rich”
  • Scent and Fragrance Issues Sometimes NotedOften Mentioned
    • “smells like wet dog — SKIN1004 Zombie Pack”
    • “Has a strong herbal/citrus scent I didn't enjoy. — SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Light Cleansing Oil”
    • “smells a bit like plastic — SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Tone Brightening Cleansing Gel Foam”
    • “smells like alcohol — Biore UV Aqua Rich”
  • Insufficient Hydration or Dryness Sometimes NotedOften Mentioned
    • “not enough for dry skin — SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Poremizing Light Gel Cream”
    • “not moisturizing enough — SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Toning Toner”
    • “Made my skin peel — Biore Deep Pore Charcoal Cleanser”
    • “Can feel drying, skin feels tight after use. — Biore Makeup Remover Perfect Oil”

SKIN1004 vs Biore routines for dry skin

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SKIN1004 vs Biore routines for oily skin

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SKIN1004 vs Biore routines for combination skin

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Questions and answers

SKIN1004 or Biore: which is better?

Both SKIN1004 and Biore are great options, as the products on this page match equally well for most skin types, including dry, oily, combination, and acne-prone skin. Reviewers note that SKIN1004 delivers superior soothing and hydrating properties with lightweight textures, while Biore stands out for its refreshing cleansing and exfoliation efficacy.

What is the difference between SKIN1004 and Biore?

SKIN1004 features a wider range of products with higher fit levels for sensitive skin, whereas Biore offers notable cleansing and refreshing benefits. Both brands share equal routine fit levels for most skin types.

SKIN1004 or Biore for dry skin?

For dry skin, the routine fit for SKIN1004 is High and for Biore is High, making them an equal level. The products on this page for SKIN1004 include key ingredients like hyaluronic acid, which helps hydrate the skin and may improve skin quality.

Dermatologic Therapy, 2022

SKIN1004 or Biore: which cleanser is better?

When comparing cleansers, SKIN1004 products on this page generally offer better soothing and hydrating benefits with key ingredients like Centella asiatica and hyaluronic acid, while Biore focuses more on cleansing and exfoliation efficacy.

Which is more affordable, SKIN1004 or Biore?

This page does not provide information comparing the pricing or affordability of SKIN1004 and Biore.

Which brand performs better for soothing and calming properties, SKIN1004 or Biore?

SKIN1004 performs better for soothing and calming properties. Reviewers note that it offers soothing and calming properties, while the products on this page feature key ingredients like Centella asiatica and panthenol that help calm the skin.

American Journal of Clinical Dermatology, 2002

How do the founding years and countries of origin compare between SKIN1004 and Biore?

SKIN1004 was founded in 2012 in South Korea, whereas Biore was founded earlier in 1980 in Japan.

Which brand provides better hydration and moisture levels according to review themes?

According to the review themes on this page, SKIN1004 does better when it comes to hydration and moisture levels.

SKIN1004 or Biore for oily skin?

Both SKIN1004 and Biore offer an equal Lovi fit level of High for oily skin. Reviewers note that SKIN1004 provides lightweight and soothing moisturizers and toners, while Biore offers a refreshing sensation and clean rinse.

SKIN1004 or Biore: which sunscreen is better?

When comparing sunscreens on this page, the SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Hyalu-Cica Water-Fit Sun Serum achieves a Superior Lovi fit for acne-prone, oily acne-prone, and combination skin, while Biore UV Aqua Rich has a High fit for combination skin and an Average fit for oily acne-prone skin.

SKIN1004 or Biore for sensitive skin?

For sensitive skin, both SKIN1004 and Biore fit well. Lovi rates Biore as Superior and SKIN1004 as High for sensitive skin.

SKIN1004 or Biore for acne-prone skin?

Both SKIN1004 and Biore offer an equal Lovi fit level of High for acne-prone skin. SKIN1004 products on this page often feature centella asiatica and hyaluronic acid, which helps soothe the skin and maintain hydration.

Journal of Pharmacy & Pharmaceutical Sciences, 2015Dermatologic Therapy, 2022

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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