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Biore vs ISDIN

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Biore and ISDIN are established skincare houses, originating from Japan and Spain respectively, that offer thoughtfully crafted formulas designed to support the complexion. The Japanese brand is beloved for its accessible sunscreens, cleansers, masks, and makeup removers tailored best to sensitive and mature skin, while the Spanish counterpart provides elegant moisturizers, advanced sunscreens, restorative serums, and targeted eye products suited ideally for dry and sensitive skin. Although both manufacturers deliver reliable daily care and dependable protection, they differ primarily in their specific standout offerings and their foundational origins.

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

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ISDIN is a Spanish skincare brand founded in 1975 and owned by Puig.

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

Popular Biore vs ISDIN products

People Say

BioreISDIN
  • Lightweight and Watery Texture Often MentionedMostly Mentioned
    • “absorbs instantly — ISDIN Eryfotona Actinica”
    • “ultra-light fluid product, which makes it super easy to apply — ISDIN Fusion Water”
    • “Lightweight formula absorbs fast — ISDIN Hyaluronic Concentrate”
    • “melts into skin — Biore UV Aqua Rich”
  • Hydration and Dewy Finish Sometimes NotedMostly Mentioned
    • “Improved moisture and texture — ISDIN Hyaluronic Moisture”
    • “skin looks smooth and healthy — ISDIN K-Ox Eyes”
    • “Skin feels intensely hydrated — ISDIN Hyaluronic Concentrate”
    • “feels like a moisturizer — Biore UV Aqua Rich”
  • Makeup Base Compatibility Sometimes NotedOften Mentioned
    • “acts like a primer — ISDIN Eryfotona Actinica”
    • “My skin felt sooo hydrated and looks so plump and dewey. — ISDIN Fusion Water”
    • “Great under makeup — ISDIN Hyaluronic Concentrate”
    • “primer-like — Biore UV Aqua Rich”
  • Effective Debris and Makeup Removal Often MentionedNot noted
    • “Gets the gunk out — Biore Deep Cleansing Pore Strips”
    • “Removes waterproof mascara, eyeliner, foundation. — Biore Makeup Remover Perfect Oil”
  • No White Cast Often MentionedSometimes Noted
    • “transparent finish — Biore UV Aqua Rich”
    • “doesn't leave you white as a ghost — ISDIN Fusion Water”
  • Gentle on Sensitive Skin Not notedOften Mentioned
    • “Sensitive/reactive skin tolerates — ISDIN Hyaluronic Moisture”
    • “doesn't sting eyes — ISDIN Eryfotona Actinica”
    • “perfect for sensitive cum oily skin people — ISDIN Fusion Water”
  • Fragrance Sensitivity and Strong Scent Sometimes NotedOften Mentioned
    • “strong citrus smell — Biore UV Aqua Rich”
    • “Smells like chemicals — Biore Deep Pore Charcoal Cleanser”
    • “smell is overpowering — ISDIN Eryfotona Actinica”
  • High Price Point Not notedOften Mentioned
    • “very expensive — ISDIN Eryfotona Actinica”
  • Skin Irritation and Redness Often MentionedRarely Noted
    • “mild redness or irritation — ISDIN K-Ox Eyes”
    • “I think the serum is too strong for my face as it has burned and left very rough and a peeling face. — ISDIN Flavo-C Serum”
    • “slight peeling — ISDIN Retinal Intense Serum”
    • “Nose was irritated — Biore Deep Cleansing Pore Strips”

Biore vs ISDIN routines for dry skin

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Biore vs ISDIN routines for oily skin

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Biore vs ISDIN routines for combination skin

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Questions and answers

Biore or ISDIN: which is better?

ISDIN is better than Biore for most skin types, as Lovi rates ISDIN as Superior for dry, oily, combination, sensitive, and acne-prone skin routines. ISDIN also offers lightweight and hydrating formulas like the Flavo-C Serum, which may help improve skin quality and signs of aging with ingredients like ascorbic acid.

Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2020

What is the difference between Biore and ISDIN?

ISDIN scores a Superior Lovi fit for dry sensitive skin, whereas the products on this page from Biore have a Caution or Low fit for it. Reviewers note that ISDIN offers ultralight sunscreens, while Biore products list no fragrance on this page.

Biore or ISDIN for dry skin?

ISDIN achieves a Superior fit level for dry skin, whereas Lovi rates Biore as High for dry skin routines on this page. ISDIN features lightweight moisturizers and ultralight sunscreens that help deliver hydration and a dewy finish.

Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology, 2017

Biore or ISDIN: which sunscreen is better?

ISDIN sunscreens achieve a Superior fit for mature and sensitive skin on this page, while Biore achieves a High fit for combination skin. ISDIN may provide better lightweight textures, though reviewers note a higher price point.

Which is more affordable, Biore or ISDIN?

ISDIN has a high price point that reviewers often note, while the products on this page from Biore are more affordable.

Which brand has products with no fragrance listed in their ingredients, Biore or ISDIN?

Biore has no fragrance listed in the ingredients for every product on this page, whereas only 3 of 8 ISDIN products list no fragrance.

Which brand was founded earlier and in which country, Biore or ISDIN?

ISDIN was founded earlier in 1975 in Spain, while Biore was founded in 1980 in Japan.

Which brand performs better for lightweight and watery texture according to review themes?

ISDIN performs better for lightweight and watery texture. Reviewers on this page frequently mention the brand for its ultralight sunscreens and lightweight moisturizers.

Biore or ISDIN for oily skin?

For oily skin, ISDIN reaches a Superior routine fit while Biore reaches a High routine fit. ISDIN helps provide lightweight and watery textures as well as hydration and a dewy finish.

Biore or ISDIN for sensitive skin?

ISDIN is a better fit for sensitive skin, earning a Superior Lovi fit level for products like Eryfotona Actinica, whereas the products on this page for Biore reach an Average or Low fit. Topical hyaluronic acid helps improve skin quality and signs of skin aging.

Dermatologic Therapy, 2022

Biore or ISDIN for acne-prone skin?

ISDIN is a better fit for acne-prone skin, with options like Eryfotona Actinica earning a Superior rating on Lovi. Biore also offers products like UV Aqua Rich, though they generally receive an Average fit level for this skin type.

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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