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Biore vs Pixi

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

Biore and Pixi are distinct skincare labels from Japan and Britain, respectively, that offer thoughtfully crafted formulas designed to nurture the complexion. Biore presents accessible sunscreens, cleansers, masks, and makeup removers that suit sensitive and mature skin best, whereas the British brand provides balanced toners, serums, eye products, and moisturizers tailored for mature and oily skin. While the Japanese line relies on gentle and reliable preparations like the UV Aqua Rich, Makeup Remover Perfect Oil, and Deep Pore Charcoal Cleanser, the latter utilizes targeted daily care options such as the Glow Tonic, Glow Peel Pads, and Retinol Tonic.

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

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Pixi is a British skincare brand founded in 1999.

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

Popular Biore vs Pixi products

People Say

BiorePixi
  • Hydration and dewy glow Sometimes NotedMostly Mentioned
    • “Instant surge of hydration — Pixi Hydrating Milky Mist”
    • “healthy radiance — Pixi Glow Mist”
    • “deeply hydrates and balances — Pixi Antioxidant Tonic”
    • “feels like a moisturizer — Biore UV Aqua Rich”
  • Cleansing and debris removal Mostly MentionedRarely Noted
    • “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”
    • “picks up leftover dirt — Pixi Rose Tonic”
  • Ease of use and application Often MentionedSometimes Noted
    • “Minimal effort required — Biore Deep Cleansing Pore Strips”
    • “Works in shower, effective on wet hands/face. — Biore Makeup Remover Perfect Oil”
    • “Easy to use — Pixi Glow Peel Pads”
  • Lightweight texture and finish Often MentionedSometimes Noted
    • “melts into skin — Biore UV Aqua Rich”
    • “Absorbs quickly — Pixi Hydrating Milky Mist”
    • “absorbs really fast — Pixi Rose Oil Blend”
  • Skin texture smoothing Sometimes NotedOften Mentioned
    • “Skin feels incredible, so smooth — Pixi Glow Peel Pads”
    • “forehead bumps gone — Pixi Glow Tonic”
    • “Skin feels smoother — Pixi Retinol Tonic”
    • “Leaves skin feeling clean — Biore Deep Cleansing Pore Strips”
  • Makeup performance and base Often MentionedNot noted
    • “primer-like — Biore UV Aqua Rich”
    • “Removes waterproof mascara, eyeliner, foundation. — Biore Makeup Remover Perfect Oil”
  • Strong scent or fragrance sensitivity Often MentionedOften Mentioned
    • “smells like alcohol — Biore UV Aqua Rich”
    • “strong citrus smell — Biore UV Aqua Rich”
    • “smell is overpowering — Pixi Glow Tonic”
    • “Scent is too strong — Pixi Hydrating Milky Mist”
  • Skin irritation and redness Often MentionedRarely Noted
    • “burned my face — Pixi Glow Tonic”
    • “broke me out — Pixi Rose Tonic”
    • “Nose was irritated — Biore Deep Cleansing Pore Strips”
  • Eye irritation Often MentionedNot noted
    • “stings eyes — Biore UV Aqua Rich”
  • Drying and stripping effects Often MentionedNot noted
    • “Made my skin peel — Biore Deep Pore Charcoal Cleanser”

Biore vs Pixi routines for dry skin

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Biore vs Pixi routines for oily skin

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Biore vs Pixi routines for combination skin

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Questions and answers

Biore or Pixi: which is better?

Pixi offers superior hydration and glow, while Biore excels at cleansing and makeup performance. For dry skin, Lovi rates the routine fit for Pixi as Superior and for Biore as High.

What is the difference between Biore and Pixi?

Pixi offers superior hydration and radiance with products like Glow Tonic, whereas Biore excels at cleansing and debris removal with items like Deep Pore Charcoal Cleanser. Lovi shows that Pixi generally achieves a Superior routine fit across major skin types compared to Biore's High fit.

Biore or Pixi for dry skin?

Pixi is the better choice for dry skin, as the products on this page achieve a Superior routine fit compared to Biore's Caution fit. Hyaluronic acid helps provide deep hydration.

Dermatologic Therapy, 2022

Which is more affordable, Biore or Pixi?

This page does not provide pricing or affordability information to compare Biore and Pixi.

Do Biore and Pixi products contain fragrance?

Every product from Biore on this page lists no fragrance in its ingredients. In contrast, 7 of 10 Pixi products list no fragrance, while Glow Tonic, Hydrating Milky Mist, and Antioxidant Tonic do contain fragrance.

Which brand performs better for hydration and dewy glow?

Pixi performs better for hydration and dewy glow, supported by reviewer feedback highlighting deep hydration and radiance across the products on this page. Hyaluronic acid helps improve skin moisture and anti-aging signs.

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

When were Biore and Pixi founded and where are they from?

Biore was founded in 1980 in Japan, while Pixi was founded in 1999 in the United Kingdom.

Biore or Pixi for oily skin?

For oily skin, Pixi achieves a Superior routine fit while Biore reaches High. Pixi provides deep hydration and radiance and glow as well as brightening and smoothing serums, though the products on this page may sometimes cause skin irritation and sensitivity.

Biore or Pixi for sensitive skin?

For sensitive skin, both brands fit well, as Lovi rates Biore High and Pixi Superior for this skin type. Pixi provides deep hydration and brightening effects, but reviewers note that it sometimes causes skin irritation and sensitivity.

Biore or Pixi for acne-prone skin?

Pixi offers a Superior routine fit for acne-prone skin, whereas the products on this page for Biore have an Average fit.

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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