Caudalie vs KORRES
Caudalie and KORRES are botanical skincare brands offering thoughtful daily care. The French house, founded in 1995, is beloved for its grape-derived serums, toners, moisturizers, and eye products, while KORRES is widely loved for its scientifically crafted moisturizers and cleansers. Caudalie suits dry skin and oily skin best, whereas the latter suits dry skin and sensitive skin best. They differ through their ingredients, as the French brand centers on natural grape extracts to provide balanced hydration and clarification, and the other draws on its rich heritage to deliver gentle, nourishing compositions.
Caudalie is a French skincare brand founded in 1995.
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This page compares some of the most popular Caudalie and KORRES products; for every product of both brands, with a fit score for your own skin, use the Lovi app.
Popular Caudalie vs KORRES products
People Say
Texture and Application Mostly MentionedMostly Mentioned
- “feels like velvet — KORRES Velvet Skin Drink”
- “absorbs instantly — KORRES Santorini Grape Poreless Skin Cream”
- “Luxurious foam — KORRES Foaming Cream Cleanser”
- “milky — Caudalie Resveratrol-Lift Instant Firming Serum”
General Positives and Finish Mostly MentionedRarely Noted
- “skin looks glowier — Caudalie Vinoperfect Radiance Serum”
- “great for sensitive skin — Caudalie Vinoperfect Radiance Serum”
- “calms my redness — Caudalie Grape Water”
- “gives a no-shine glow — KORRES Velvet Skin Drink”
Hydration and Moisture Often MentionedOften Mentioned
- “Provides intense hydration, smooths fine lines, and gives the skin an even, radiant appearance. — Caudalie Premier Cru The Cream”
- “intense hydration — Caudalie Grape Water”
- “saved my dry skin — KORRES Velvet Skin Drink”
- “extremely moisturizing — KORRES Bounce Firming Moisturizer”
Gentle Cleansing and Makeup Removal Rarely NotedMostly Mentioned
- “Leaves skin soft — KORRES Foaming Cream Cleanser”
- “leaves face soft and smooth — KORRES Greek Yoghurt Foaming Cream Cleanser”
- “Calms redness — KORRES Foaming Cream Cleanser”
- “doesn't dry out my skin — Caudalie Vinoclean Instant Foaming Cleanser”
Pore Tightening and Oil Control Often MentionedSometimes Noted
- “pores look smaller — Caudalie Instant Detox Mask”
- “pores appear noticeably smaller — Caudalie Vinopure Purifying Toner”
- “cleared my hormonal acne — Caudalie Vinopure Purifying Gel Cleanser”
- “kept me matte all day — KORRES Santorini Grape Poreless Skin Cream”
Scent and Fragrance Often MentionedRarely Noted
- “smells like a spa — Caudalie Beauty Elixir”
- “smells like grapes — Caudalie Vinoclean Instant Foaming Cleanser”
- “fresh scent — Caudalie Vinoperfect Radiance Serum”
- “smells delicious — KORRES Velvet Skin Drink”
Pricing and Value Mostly MentionedOften Mentioned
- “jar is very small — KORRES Santorini Grape Poreless Skin Cream”
- “Expensive for cleanser — KORRES Foaming Cream Cleanser”
- “priciest face cleanser — KORRES Greek Yoghurt Foaming Cream Cleanser”
- “expensive — Caudalie Vinoperfect Radiance Serum”
Fragrance Sensitivity and Dislike Often MentionedOften Mentioned
- “smell is strong — Caudalie Vinopure Purifying Toner”
- “smells medicinal — Caudalie Beauty Elixir”
- “smells like raisins — Caudalie Grape Water”
- “smells like babies — KORRES Greek Yoghurt Foaming Cream Cleanser”
Miscellaneous Limitations Sometimes NotedRarely Noted
- “didn't erase pores — KORRES Santorini Grape Poreless Skin Cream”
- “takes time — Caudalie Vinoperfect Radiance Serum”
Insufficient Hydration or Dryness Sometimes NotedSometimes Noted
- “skin felt tight — Caudalie Instant Detox Mask”
- “dried out my skin — Caudalie Beauty Elixir”
- “felt tight after an hour — KORRES Santorini Grape Poreless Skin Cream”
Caudalie vs KORRES routines for dry skin
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Cleanser
Greek Yoghurt Foaming Cream Cleanser
Morning · Evening · Once a week
€18.06
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Hydrating Toner
COSRX Propolis Synergy Toner
Morning
€14.28
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Moisturizer
Elizabeth Arden Advanced Ceramide Lift and Firm Night Cream
Morning · Evening · Once a week
€50.82
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SPF
thinkbaby Safe Sunscreen SPF 50+
Morning
€32.81
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Pre-Cleanser
MISSHA Ultra Hyalon Cleansing Cream
Evening · Once a week
€16.25
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Serum or Treatment
Beauty of Joseon Propolis + Niacinamide Glow Serum
Evening · Once a week
€14.94
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Nourishing Mask
Mediheal Watermide Essential Mask
Once a week
€28.40
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Cleanser
Vinoclean Instant Foaming Cleanser
Morning · Evening · Once a week
€32.45
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Hydrating Toner
Vinoclean Moisturising Toner
Morning
€19.55
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Moisturizer
Premier Cru The Cream
Morning · Evening · Once a week
€97.75
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SPF
thinkbaby Safe Sunscreen SPF 50+
Morning
€32.81
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Pre-Cleanser
Vinoclean Makeup Removing Cleansing Oil
Evening · Once a week
€23.59
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Nourishing Mask
Mediheal Watermide Essential Mask
Once a week
€28.40
Caudalie vs KORRES routines for oily skin
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Cleanser
Greek Yoghurt Foaming Cream Cleanser
Morning · Evening · Once a week
€18.06
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Hydrating Toner
Some By Mi Snail Truecica Miracle Repair Toner
Morning · Once a week
€19.99
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Moisturizer
COSRX Oil-Free Ultra-Moisturizing Lotion (with Birch Sap)
Morning · Evening · Once a week
€16.50
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SPF
CeraVe AM Facial Moisturizing Lotion SPF 30
Morning
€15.64
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Pre-Cleanser
Pyunkang Yul Deep Cleansing Oil
Evening · Once a week
€22.67
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Cleansing Toner
Pixi Glow Tonic
Evening
€34.00
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Serum or Treatment
The Ordinary Niacinamide 10% + Zinc 1%
Evening · Once a week
€8.99
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Enzyme Powder
Dermalogica Daily Microfoliant
Once a week
€76.00
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Cleansing Mask
Dr. Sebagh Deep Exfoliating Mask
Once a week
€82.85
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Cleanser
Vinopure Purifying Gel Cleanser
Morning · Evening · Once a week
€29.90
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Hydrating Toner
Vinoclean Moisturising Toner
Morning · Once a week
€19.55
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Moisturizer
Vinopure Moisturizing Mattifying Fluid
Morning · Evening · Once a week
€23.00
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SPF
CeraVe AM Facial Moisturizing Lotion SPF 30
Morning
€15.64
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Pre-Cleanser
Vinoclean Makeup Removing Cleansing Oil
Evening · Once a week
€23.59
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Cleansing Toner
Vinopure Purifying Toner
Evening
€33.35
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Serum or Treatment
Vinopure Blemish Control Salicylic Serum
Evening · Once a week
€36.46
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Enzyme Powder
Dermalogica Daily Microfoliant
Once a week
€76.00
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Cleansing Mask
Instant Detox Mask
Once a week
€31.95
Caudalie vs KORRES routines for combination skin
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Cleanser
Greek Yoghurt Foaming Cream Cleanser
Morning · Evening · Once a week
€18.06
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Hydrating Toner
La Mer The Tonic
Morning · Once a week
€115.30
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Moisturizer
COSRX Oil-Free Ultra-Moisturizing Lotion (with Birch Sap)
Morning · Evening · Once a week
€16.50
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Pre-Cleanser
Pyunkang Yul Deep Cleansing Oil
Evening · Once a week
€22.67
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Cleansing Toner
Medicube Zero Pore Pad 2.0
Evening
€22.99
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Serum or Treatment
Beauty of Joseon Propolis + Niacinamide Glow Serum
Evening · Once a week
€14.94
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Enzyme Powder
Dermalogica Daily Microfoliant
Once a week
€76.00
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Cleansing Mask
Sand & Sky Australian Pink Clay Porefining Face Mask
Once a week
€48.22
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Cleanser
Vinopure Purifying Gel Cleanser
Morning · Evening · Once a week
€29.90
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Hydrating Toner
Vinoclean Moisturising Toner
Morning · Once a week
€19.55
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Moisturizer
Vinopure Moisturizing Mattifying Fluid
Morning · Evening · Once a week
€23.00
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Pre-Cleanser
Vinoclean Makeup Removing Cleansing Oil
Evening · Once a week
€23.59
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Cleansing Toner
Vinopure Purifying Toner
Evening
€33.35
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Serum or Treatment
Vinoperfect Glycolic Peel Mask
Evening · Once a week
€38.99
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Enzyme Powder
Dermalogica Daily Microfoliant
Once a week
€76.00
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Cleansing Mask
Instant Detox Mask
Once a week
€31.95
Questions and answers
Caudalie or KORRES: which is better?
KORRES provides superior routine fit across most skin types, while Caudalie is preferred for its scent, fragrance profile, pore tightening, and oil control on the products on this page.
What is the difference between Caudalie and KORRES?
Caudalie and KORRES both offer routines with a Superior fit for dry skin, while KORRES holds a Superior fit across all other skin types on this page compared to Caudalie's High fit. Caudalie stands out for pore tightening, oil control, and fragrance management, as more than half of its products on this page list no fragrance, whereas all KORRES products on this page contain fragrance.
Caudalie or KORRES for dry skin?
Both Caudalie and KORRES are well suited for dry skin, with Lovi fit levels reaching Superior for both brands. Reviewers frequently note that Caudalie offers general positives and finish, while KORRES is known for hydrating and velvety moisturizers.
Caudalie or KORRES: which cleanser is better?
Both Caudalie and KORRES offer well-liked cleansers on this page, but KORRES stands out for gentle cleansing and makeup removal. Reviewers frequently praise KORRES for its gentle and non-stripping cleansers with rich and creamy textures.
Which is more affordable, Caudalie or KORRES?
KORRES is more affordable because pricing and value are noted by reviewers as a limitation for KORRES less often than for Caudalie, where high price is frequently mentioned across the products on this page.
Between Caudalie and KORRES, which brand has more fragrance-free products?
Caudalie has more fragrance-free products, with 12 of its 20 products on this page listing no fragrance. In contrast, KORRES includes fragrance in all 5 of its listed products.
How do the routines for dry skin compare between Caudalie and KORRES in terms of steps?
Both Caudalie and KORRES feature routines for dry skin that include morning and evening steps with a cleanser and a moisturizer, alongside a weekly mask. For its products on this page, Caudalie has a routine fit level of Superior for dry skin, while KORRES also reaches a Superior fit level for dry skin.
Which brand performs better for pore tightening and oil control according to reviewers?
Caudalie performs better for pore tightening and oil control according to reviewers, whereas KORRES excels in texture, gentle cleansing, and makeup removal.
Caudalie or KORRES for oily skin?
Both brands offer solid options for oily skin, but KORRES achieves a Superior routine fit compared to Caudalie's High fit. KORRES is known for lightweight, hydrating moisturizers, while Caudalie provides products on this page that help absorb excess oil and control shine.
Caudalie or KORRES: which moisturizer is better?
Both Caudalie and KORRES offer effective moisturizers on this page, with KORRES achieving a Superior routine fit for dry skin while Caudalie provides options like Premier Cru The Cream with a high fit for dry skin. KORRES moisturizers are noted for being hydrating and velvety, whereas Caudalie products on this page often feature key ingredients like hyaluronic acid and squalane to help maintain skin quality.
Caudalie or KORRES for sensitive skin?
Both Caudalie and KORRES fit sensitive skin at a High level. Caudalie has a distinct advantage in fragrance formulation, as more than half of the products on this page list no fragrance, whereas all KORRES products on this page include fragrance.
Caudalie or KORRES for acne-prone skin?
Both brands offer a High routine fit for acne-prone skin, with Caudalie providing specialized pore-tightening options while KORRES focuses on gentle, non-stripping cleansers. Reviewers note that Caudalie helps absorb excess oil and controls shine, though some users report fragrance sensitivity.
Research behind their key ingredients
The effect of niacinamide on reducing cutaneous pigmentation and suppression of melanosome transfer
Topical menthol--a human model for cold pain by activation and sensitization of C nociceptors
Final report on the safety assessment of Benzyl Alcohol, Benzoic Acid, and Sodium Benzoate
Apigenin inhibits UVA-induced cytotoxicity in vitro and prevents signs of skin aging in vivo
The topical effect of grape seed extract 2% cream on surgery wound healing
Resveratrol as a factor preventing skin aging and affecting its regeneration
Oleanolic Acid Protects the Skin from Particulate Matter-Induced Aging
Development of Polymeric Micelles of Oleanolic Acid and Evaluation of Their Clinical Efficacy
Microneedling by dermapen and glycolic acid peel for the treatment of acne scars: Comparative study
Pentacyclic triterpenes from Terminalia arjuna show multiple benefits on aged and dry skin
Oleanolic Acid Nanofibers Attenuated Particulate Matter-Induced Oxidative Stress in Keratinocytes
Design and in vivo evaluation of emulgel formulations including green tea extract and rose oil
Dyspigmentation, skin physiology, and a novel approach to skin lightening
Topical Almond Oil for Prevention of Pressure Injuries: A Single-Blinded Comparison Study
Nanocomplex of quaternized cyclodextrin grafted chitosan and hyaluronic acid for a skin delivery
Clinical efficacy of facial masks containing yoghurt and Opuntia humifusa Raf. (F-YOP)
Targeting Circadian Rhythm for the Regulation of Skin Collagen Metabolism
Saccharide isomerate ameliorates cosmetic scalp conditions in a Chinese study population
The harnessing potential of carboxymethyl beta glucan: A driver of skin repair
Effects of a Greek Yoghurt-based Complex on the Human Facial Skin Microbiome
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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Co-founder, Medical Director
Cosmetic chemist, cosmetologist, aesthetic products developer
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Co-founder, CEO and CTO
PhD in computer science, 3x US patent holder, ex-Google, ex-Yandex
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Dr. Sofía Perea Pérez, MD, MSc
Medical Board
Aesthetic medicine practitioner, MSc in Longevity and Anti-Aging Medicine
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Medical Board
Specialist dermatologist, MBBS, MD, IFAAD
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Cosmetic chemist, SCS, IFSCC member
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Medical Board, Medical Advisor
Dermatology MD
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Elina Nazarenko, MD
Medical Board
Dermatology and diagnostic consultant
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Victoria Derkova, MS
Medical Board
Cosmetic chemist, cosmetic development technologist
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