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SKIN1004 vs MAËLYS

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

SKIN1004 and MAËLYS are distinct skincare lines offering specialized solutions for diverse needs. SKIN1004 is a Korean brand known for centella asiatica, hyaluronic acid, and niacinamide within toners, moisturizers, sunscreens, and masks that suit combination and oily skin best. MAËLYS is loved for targeted serums and advanced formulas suited for all skin types. While both brands feature standout products for acne-prone skin and dark spots, they differ primarily in their core ingredient focus and formulation approach.

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

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This page compares some of the most popular SKIN1004 and MAËLYS products; for every product of both brands, with a fit score for your own skin, use the Lovi app.

Popular SKIN1004 vs MAËLYS products

Questions and answers

SKIN1004 or MAËLYS: which is better?

SKIN1004 is a better choice than MAËLYS because the products on this page offer higher Lovi fit levels across multiple skin types, whereas MAËLYS products generally have low or caution fit ratings. Additionally, SKIN1004 formulations contain key ingredients like hyaluronic acid and niacinamide, which help improve skin hydration and reduce pigmentation.

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What is the difference between SKIN1004 and MAËLYS?

SKIN1004 offers a wide variety of fragrance-free skincare products that fit combination, oily, and sensitive skin well, whereas MAËLYS has very few products on this page that generally show lower fit levels.

Which is more affordable, SKIN1004 or MAËLYS?

The provided page facts do not contain pricing information, so a comparison of affordability between SKIN1004 and MAËLYS cannot be made.

Which causes fewer breakouts, SKIN1004 or MAËLYS?

SKIN1004 causes fewer breakouts than MAËLYS, as the products on this page for SKIN1004 feature high fit levels for acne-prone skin and list no fragrance, whereas MAËLYS products have low fit levels for acne-prone skin.

Which of the two brands was founded earlier and in which country?

SKIN1004 was founded earlier in 2012 in South Korea, whereas MAËLYS was founded in 2017.

How do the fragrance profiles compare across the products listed for SKIN1004 versus MAËLYS?

Every product on the SKIN1004 page lists no fragrance in its ingredients, whereas MAËLYS includes fragrance in one of its two products on this page.

Which brand has more products listed with a 'Superior' Lovi fit level for dry skin?

SKIN1004 has more products listed with a Superior Lovi fit level for dry skin, including the Probio-Cica Bakuchiol Eye Cream and the Probio-Cica Essence Toner. MAËLYS has no products reaching a Superior fit level for dry skin on this page.

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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