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SKIN1004 vs Dr. Althea

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SKIN1004 and Dr. Althea are Korean skincare brands offering thoughtful formulas for diverse complexions. SKIN1004 features centella asiatica, hyaluronic acid, and niacinamide in toners, moisturizers, sunscreens, and masks that suit sensitive skin and dry skin best, while Dr. Althea is widely loved for nourishing moisturizers, cleansers, makeup removers, and serums that suit dry skin and mature skin best. Both provide targeted solutions for acne-prone skin, dark spots, and mature skin, though they differ through their distinct foundational ingredients and specialized product lines.

SKIN1004 is a Korean skincare brand founded in 2012 and owned by Goodai Global Inc. since 2024.

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Dr. Althea is a Korean skincare brand founded in 2014 and owned by The Pure Lab Co., Ltd..

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This page compares some of the most popular SKIN1004 and Dr. Althea products; for every product of both brands, with a fit score for your own skin, use the Lovi app.

Popular SKIN1004 vs Dr. Althea products

People Say

SKIN1004Dr. Althea
  • Hydrating and soothing Mostly MentionedMostly Mentioned
    • “calmed my angry skin — SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Toning Toner”
    • “Gives my dehydrated skin a moisture surge — SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Watergel Sheet Ampoule Mask”
    • “hydrating but light — Dr. Althea 345 Relief Cream”
    • “calms redness — Dr. Althea 345 Relief Cream”
  • Clean finish and gentle cleansing Often MentionedMostly Mentioned
    • “doesn't dry out my face — Dr. Althea Amino Acid Gentle Bubble Cleanser”
    • “skin doesn't feel stripped — Dr. Althea Amino Gel Cleanser”
    • “great for sensitive skin — Dr. Althea Vitamin C Boosting Serum”
    • “Turns milky immediately and washes off completely. — SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Light Cleansing Oil”
  • Lightweight texture Mostly MentionedOften Mentioned
    • “sunk in like a dream — SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Hyalu-Cica Water-Fit Sun Serum”
    • “Texture is on the thinner side... surprisingly lightweight. — SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Light Cleansing Oil”
    • “absorbs like water — SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Toning Toner”
    • “absorbs beautifully — Dr. Althea 345 Relief Cream”
  • Exfoliation and smoothing Sometimes NotedSometimes Noted
    • “Melts instantly — Dr. Althea Pure Grinding Cleansing Balm”
    • “faded acne scars — Dr. Althea 345 Relief Cream”
    • “skin feels super soft — SKIN1004 Zombie Pack”
  • Pleasant application Rarely NotedSometimes Noted
    • “rich but non-greasy — Dr. Althea Barrier Cream”
    • “foams up well — Dr. Althea Amino Gel Cleanser”
    • “absorbs quickly — SKIN1004 Probio-Cica Bakuchiol Eye Cream”
  • Lightweight and fast absorption Sometimes NotedSometimes Noted
    • “absorbs practically immediately — SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Poremizing Light Gel Cream”
    • “Sinks in instantly — SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Tone Brightening Boosting Toner”
    • “absorbs quickly — Dr. Althea Vitamin C Boosting Serum”
  • Irritation and sensory issues Often MentionedSometimes Noted
    • “smells like wet dog — SKIN1004 Zombie Pack”
    • “hard to wash off — SKIN1004 Zombie Pack”
    • “smells like plants — Dr. Althea 345 Relief Cream”
    • “clinical scent — Dr. Althea Barrier Cream”
  • Insufficient moisture and hydration Sometimes NotedRarely Noted
    • “not enough for dry skin — Dr. Althea 345 Relief Cream”
    • “not enough for dry skin — SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Poremizing Light Gel Cream”
  • Size and pricing complaints Rarely NotedSometimes Noted
    • “Price is quite steep — SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Watergel Sheet Ampoule Mask”
    • “wish it came in larger size — SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Poremizing Light Gel Cream”
    • “Pricey for daily use — SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Quick Calming Pad”
    • “Runs out fast — Dr. Althea Pure Grinding Cleansing Balm”

SKIN1004 vs Dr. Althea routines for dry skin

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SKIN1004 vs Dr. Althea routines for oily skin

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SKIN1004 vs Dr. Althea routines for combination skin

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Questions and answers

SKIN1004 or Dr. Althea: which is better?

Both SKIN1004 and Dr. Althea have no fragrance listed across the products on this page and fit most skin types well. SKIN1004 is often noted for a lightweight texture, while Dr. Althea tends to do better for clean finish and gentle cleansing.

What is the difference between SKIN1004 and Dr. Althea?

SKIN1004 is known for a lightweight texture across the products on this page, while Dr. Althea does better with a clean finish and gentle cleansing, exfoliation and smoothing, and pleasant application. Both brands offer fragrance-free options and focus on hydration and soothing, though Dr. Althea provides a Superior routine fit for dry and mature skin compared to SKIN1004's High fit for those skin types.

SKIN1004 or Dr. Althea for dry skin?

For dry skin, Dr. Althea has a Superior routine fit, while SKIN1004 has a High routine fit on the products on this page.

SKIN1004 or Dr. Althea: which cleanser is better?

Both brands offer solid options, but Dr. Althea does better on clean finish and gentle cleansing for its cleansers on this page. Reviewers mostly mention Dr. Althea for gentle and soothing cleansers.

Which is more affordable, SKIN1004 or Dr. Althea?

Both SKIN1004 and Dr. Althea do not have pricing comparisons listed on this page, but SKIN1004 has size and pricing complaints mentioned by reviewers.

Between SKIN1004 and Dr. Althea, which brand is better suited for mature skin?

Dr. Althea has a Superior routine fit for mature skin, while SKIN1004 has a High routine fit for mature skin. Dr. Althea also does better in reviews for exfoliation and smoothing.

Do SKIN1004 and Dr. Althea products contain any fragrance in their ingredients?

SKIN1004 and Dr. Althea products are fragrance-free, as every product on this page lists no fragrance in its ingredients.

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

SKIN1004 performs better for lightweight texture. Every product on this page lists no fragrance in its ingredients.

SKIN1004 or Dr. Althea for oily skin?

Both SKIN1004 and Dr. Althea have a High routine fit for oily skin. Reviewers note that SKIN1004 offers a lightweight texture, while Dr. Althea provides clean finish and gentle cleansing.

SKIN1004 or Dr. Althea: which moisturizer is better?

When comparing moisturizers, Dr. Althea features the 345 Relief Cream which achieves a Superior Lovi fit level for acne-prone and oily acne-prone skin, while SKIN1004 offers options like the Hyalu-Cica Moisture Cream and Tea-Trica B5 Cream. Reviewers note that Dr. Althea provides soothing and hydrating moisturizers with pleasant application, whereas SKIN1004 focuses on lightweight textures.

SKIN1004 or Dr. Althea for sensitive skin?

Both SKIN1004 and Dr. Althea are a High fit for sensitive skin according to Lovi. SKIN1004 offers fragrance-free products on this page with key ingredients like Centella asiatica and panthenol that help soothe sensitive skin, while Dr. Althea is noted for gentle and soothing cleansers and moisturizers.

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SKIN1004 or Dr. Althea for acne-prone skin?

Both SKIN1004 and Dr. Althea are well suited for acne-prone skin, with both brands achieving a High routine fit level on the page. SKIN1004 products on this page feature key ingredients like Centella asiatica and hyaluronic acid that help soothe the skin and support hydration, while Dr. Althea offers gentle cleansers and soothing moisturizers.

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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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