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SK-II vs Augustinus Bader

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

SK-II and Augustinus Bader are distinguished skincare brands known for luxurious moisturizers, potent serums, clarifying toners, restorative masks, and eye products. SK-II features signature pitera and suits dry skin and acne-prone skin best, while Augustinus Bader is built around proprietary formulas and suits dry skin and mature skin best. Ultimately, they differ in their foundational ingredients, founding origins, and targeted product solutions.

SK-II is a Japanese skincare brand founded in 1980 and owned by The Procter & Gamble Company since 1991.

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Augustinus Bader is a German skincare brand founded in 2018.

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

Popular SK-II vs Augustinus Bader products

People Say

SK-IIAugustinus Bader
  • Improves skin texture Mostly MentionedMostly Mentioned
    • “skin feels soft as butter — SK-II Facial Treatment Essence”
    • “pores became miraculously invisible — SK-II Facial Treatment Mask”
    • “Smoother skin — SK-II Facial Treatment Clear Lotion”
    • “Softens fine lines — Augustinus Bader The Rich Cream”
  • Radiance and glow Mostly MentionedMostly Mentioned
    • “gives a glass skin look — SK-II Facial Treatment Essence”
    • “leaves me with a red carpet glow — SK-II Facial Treatment Mask”
    • “Instant youthful glow — Augustinus Bader The Rich Cream”
    • “Instantly hydrated — Augustinus Bader The Face Oil”
  • Balances and hydrates Mostly MentionedOften Mentioned
    • “flooded my skin with moisture — SK-II Facial Treatment Mask”
    • “skin feels deeply hydrated, plump, and smoother — SK-II Skinpower Advanced Cream”
    • “Leaves skin soft, feels moisturized, does not dry out skin. — SK-II Facial Treatment Cleansing Oil”
    • “Extremely dry skin saved — Augustinus Bader The Rich Cream”
  • Lightweight and fast absorption Sometimes NotedMostly Mentioned
    • “light but nourishing — Augustinus Bader The Cream”
    • “sinks in instantly — Augustinus Bader The Serum”
    • “light gel texture — Augustinus Bader The Eye Cream”
    • “drinks right into the skin — SK-II Facial Treatment Essence”
  • Convenient packaging Rarely NotedSometimes Noted
    • “Luxurious heavy bottle — Augustinus Bader The Rich Cream”
    • “epitome of luxury — Augustinus Bader The Serum”
    • “Pump dispenser is convenient. — SK-II Genoptics Ultraura Essence”
  • High price Mostly MentionedMostly Mentioned
    • “way too expensive — SK-II Facial Treatment Essence”
    • “not sure justified by price — Augustinus Bader The Cream”
  • Lack of results Often MentionedOften Mentioned
    • “did absolutely nothing — SK-II Facial Treatment Essence”
    • “No visible difference — SK-II Facial Treatment Clear Lotion”
    • “didn't see dramatic results — Augustinus Bader The Cream”
    • “minimal results for me — Augustinus Bader The Serum”
  • Breakouts and skin reactions Often MentionedOften Mentioned
    • “caused tiny red bumps — SK-II Facial Treatment Essence”
    • “dried to a tacky finish — SK-II Facial Treatment Mask”
    • “Caused cystic acne — Augustinus Bader The Rich Cream”
    • “Feels like glue — Augustinus Bader The Rich Cream”
  • Unpleasant scent Often MentionedSometimes Noted
    • “Smells like old crayons — Augustinus Bader The Rich Cream”
    • “Smells like vegetable oil — Augustinus Bader The Face Oil”
    • “smells like dirty feet — SK-II Facial Treatment Essence”

SK-II vs Augustinus Bader routines for dry skin

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SK-II vs Augustinus Bader routines for oily skin

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SK-II vs Augustinus Bader routines for combination skin

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Questions and answers

SK-II or Augustinus Bader: which is better?

Augustinus Bader achieves Superior routine fit for more skin types on this page, whereas SK-II reaches High fit across most categories.

What is the difference between SK-II and Augustinus Bader?

SK-II relies on Pitera and is rated High for overall routine fit across skin types, while Augustinus Bader is built around TFC8 and is rated Superior for dry skin, mature skin, and several other skin types on this page. Reviewers note that SK-II does better at improving skin texture, whereas Augustinus Bader offers more lightweight and fast-absorbing formulas.

SK-II or Augustinus Bader for dry skin?

Both brands achieve a Superior routine fit for dry skin on this page. Reviewers note that Augustinus Bader provides deep hydration and texture improvement with a luxurious feel, while SK-II uses Pitera to balance and hydrate.

SK-II or Augustinus Bader: which moisturizer is better?

When comparing moisturizers, Augustinus Bader offers superior routine fit levels for dry and mature skin with products like The Rich Cream, whereas SK-II provides high fit levels with products such as Skinpower Advanced Cream and Facial Treatment Essence. Reviewers note that Augustinus Bader delivers lightweight moisturizers and radiance, while SK-II focuses on key ingredients like Pitera and achieves better results in improving skin texture and balancing hydration.

Which is more affordable, SK-II or Augustinus Bader?

When it comes to affordability, reviewers report that both SK-II and Augustinus Bader share a high price.

SK-II or Augustinus Bader for fading dark spots?

Augustinus Bader provides a Superior routine fit for skin with dark spots, whereas SK-II offers a High routine fit for those products on this page.

Which brand has better packaging and texture absorption?

Augustinus Bader provides better packaging and texture absorption, as reviewers report that it offers lightweight moisturizers and convenient packaging. SK-II does better at improving skin texture.

SK-II or Augustinus Bader for oily skin?

Augustinus Bader provides a Superior routine fit for oily skin, whereas SK-II offers a High fit. Reviewers note that Augustinus Bader products on this page often deliver lightweight moisturizers.

SK-II or Augustinus Bader for sensitive skin?

For sensitive skin, SK-II and Augustinus Bader both offer products on this page with High fit levels. Lovi rates Augustinus Bader as Superior for dry sensitive skin and High for sensitive skin, while SK-II achieves High fit levels for both sensitive skin types.

SK-II or Augustinus Bader for acne-prone skin?

Both brands are a High fit for acne-prone skin, meaning they perform equally well for this skin type. SK-II features key ingredients like Pitera across the products on this page, whereas Augustinus Bader relies on TFC8.

SK-II or Augustinus Bader for mature skin?

Augustinus Bader provides a Superior routine fit for mature skin with products like The Rich Cream, while SK-II offers a High fit 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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