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SK-II vs KORRES

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

SK-II and KORRES are distinct skincare brands offering thoughtfully crafted products for diverse complexions. The Japanese label is cherished for luxurious moisturizers, potent serums, clarifying toners, and restorative masks anchored by pitera, while the second is widely loved for cleansers and moisturizers drawing on scientifically crafted formulas. Both suit dry skin best, though the former also suits acne-prone skin and the latter favors sensitive skin. They differ through their signature ingredients and specific formulations, as the former utilizes pitera to improve pore area, roughness, and redness, while the latter delivers dependable daily care for a balanced, radiant complexion.

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

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

Popular SK-II vs KORRES products

People Say

SK-IIKORRES
  • Skin Texture and Smoothing Mostly MentionedMostly Mentioned
    • “skin feels soft as butter — SK-II Facial Treatment Essence”
    • “drinks right into the skin — SK-II Facial Treatment Essence”
    • “feels like velvet — KORRES Velvet Skin Drink”
    • “absorbs instantly — KORRES Santorini Grape Poreless Skin Cream”
  • Hydration and Moisture Mostly MentionedMostly Mentioned
    • “flooded my skin with moisture — SK-II Facial Treatment Mask”
    • “skin feels deeply hydrated, plump, and smoother — SK-II Skinpower Advanced Cream”
    • “saved my dry skin — KORRES Velvet Skin Drink”
    • “extremely moisturizing — KORRES Bounce Firming Moisturizer”
  • Radiance and Glow Mostly MentionedOften Mentioned
    • “gives a glass skin look — SK-II Facial Treatment Essence”
    • “leaves me with a red carpet glow — SK-II Facial Treatment Mask”
    • “Skin looks brighter — SK-II Genoptics Spot Essence”
    • “brings bounce back — KORRES Bounce Firming Moisturizer”
  • Makeup Removal and Cleansing Rarely NotedOften Mentioned
    • “Leaves skin soft — KORRES Foaming Cream Cleanser”
    • “leaves face soft and smooth — KORRES Greek Yoghurt Foaming Cream Cleanser”
    • “removes liquid eyeliner — KORRES Greek Yoghurt Foaming Cream Cleanser”
    • “Dissolves waterproof mascara, melts stubborn makeup, removes sunscreen easily. — SK-II Facial Treatment Cleansing Oil”
  • Gentle Formula Sometimes NotedOften Mentioned
    • “Calms redness — KORRES Foaming Cream Cleanser”
    • “calmed my redness — KORRES Santorini Grape Poreless Skin Cream”
    • “Watery consistency — SK-II Facial Treatment Clear Lotion”
  • High Price 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”
    • “way too expensive — SK-II Facial Treatment Essence”
  • Unpleasant Scent and Fragrance Often MentionedOften Mentioned
    • “smells like dirty feet — SK-II Facial Treatment Essence”
    • “smells slightly like saliva — SK-II Facial Treatment Mask”
    • “Fermented smell — SK-II Facial Treatment Clear Lotion”
    • “smells like babies — KORRES Greek Yoghurt Foaming Cream Cleanser”
  • 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”
    • “felt tight after an hour — KORRES Santorini Grape Poreless Skin Cream”
    • “broke me out — KORRES Greek Yoghurt Foaming Cream Cleanser”
  • Lack of Results Often MentionedRarely Noted
    • “didn't erase pores — KORRES Santorini Grape Poreless Skin Cream”
    • “did absolutely nothing — SK-II Facial Treatment Essence”

SK-II vs KORRES routines for dry skin

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SK-II vs KORRES routines for oily skin

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SK-II vs KORRES routines for combination skin

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Questions and answers

SK-II or KORRES: which is better?

Both brands offer solid options, but SK-II stands out on this page for fragrance-free formulations, whereas KORRES provides gentle, non-stripping cleansers alongside frequent fragrance and scent complaints.

What is the difference between SK-II and KORRES?

SK-II and KORRES both fit dry skin at a Superior level, while KORRES reaches a Superior routine fit across all other skin types compared to SK-II's High fit. The products on this page from SK-II list no fragrance, whereas every KORRES product on this page includes fragrance in its ingredients.

SK-II or KORRES for dry skin?

Both SK-II and KORRES fit dry skin at a Superior level with their brand routines. Reviewers note that the products on this page from SK-II feature no fragrance, whereas every KORRES product lists fragrance in its ingredients.

SK-II or KORRES: which moisturizer is better?

When comparing moisturizers, the products on this page show that both SK-II and KORRES offer strong options for dry skin with a High Lovi fit level, though KORRES also includes fragrance while every SK-II product lists no fragrance. For specific concerns like mature skin or dark spots, SK-II's moisturizers achieve a High Lovi fit level.

Which is more affordable, SK-II or KORRES?

When it comes to affordability, KORRES has high price and value concerns noted by reviewers, while SK-II does not list price complaints on this page.

Which brand has fragrance-free products, SK-II or KORRES?

SK-II has fragrance-free products on this page, as every product from the brand lists no fragrance in its ingredients. In contrast, KORRES has fragrance in all of its products on this page.

SK-II or KORRES: which is better for radiance and glow?

SK-II does better for radiance and glow according to reviewers on this page. Every product on this page by SK-II lists no fragrance in its ingredients.

Which brand has better makeup removal and cleansing products, SK-II or KORRES?

KORRES does better for makeup removal and cleansing according to the review themes on this page. Every product on the SK-II page lists no fragrance in its ingredients, whereas 0 of 5 KORRES products on this page list no fragrance.

SK-II or KORRES for oily skin?

For oily skin, both brands work well, with Lovi giving KORRES a Superior fit and SK-II a High fit. Every product on the SK-II page lists no fragrance, whereas none of the KORRES products on this page list no fragrance.

SK-II or KORRES for sensitive skin?

For sensitive skin, both SK-II and KORRES achieve a Superior routine fit. Lovi rates SK-II with High fit levels across its sensitive skin products on this page, while every KORRES product on this page includes added fragrance.

SK-II or KORRES for acne-prone skin?

For acne-prone skin, both brands fit well, with SK-II achieving a High routine fit and KORRES achieving a Superior fit. The products on this page from SK-II list no fragrance, whereas KORRES features fragrance in all its products.

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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