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Biore vs NIOD

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

Biore and NIOD are two distinct skincare lines known for distinct approaches, with the Japanese heritage brand offering accessible sunscreens, cleansers, masks, and makeup removers, while the Canadian brand provides advanced serums and balancing toners. Both rely on thoughtfully crafted formulas that suit sensitive skin and mature skin best. The first brand is celebrated for its gentle and reliable nature using key ingredients, whereas the second brand delivers targeted results through scientifically rigorous development. Ultimately, they differ through the former's focus on everyday cleansing and protection versus the latter's emphasis on sophisticated, corrective treatments.

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

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NIOD is a Canadian skincare brand founded in 2015 and owned by The Estée Lauder Companies Inc. since 2021.

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

Popular Biore vs NIOD products

Questions and answers

Biore or NIOD: which is better?

NIOD is better for dry and sensitive skin, where Modulating Glucosides achieves a High Lovi fit level, whereas Biore's products on this page are rated Caution or Low for dry skin. NIOD's serum helps soothe irritated skin with glucosides backed by clinical research.

Skin Pharmacology and Physiology, 2012The Journal of Clinical and Aesthetic Dermatology, 2012

What is the difference between Biore and NIOD?

Biore and NIOD differ mainly in their origin and product focus, with Biore offering affordable cleansers, sunscreens, and masks founded in Japan, while NIOD provides advanced serums and mists from Canada. Lovi rates NIOD's Modulating Glucosides as a High fit for sensitive skin, whereas Biore's UV Aqua Rich sunscreen receives a High fit for combination skin.

Skin Pharmacology and Physiology, 2012

Which is more affordable, Biore or NIOD?

The provided page facts do not mention the prices of Biore and NIOD products, so it is not possible to determine which brand is more affordable.

Which causes fewer breakouts, Biore or NIOD?

NIOD features serum products on this page that rate High for oily acne-prone skin, whereas the products on this page from Biore mostly rate Average or Low for acne-prone skin.

When was each brand founded and which companies own them?

Biore was founded in 1980 in Japan and is owned by Kao Corporation, while NIOD was founded in 2015 in Canada and has been owned by The Estée Lauder Companies Inc. since 2021.

How does the Lovi fit level for dry skin compare between Biore's UV Aqua Rich and NIOD's Modulating Glucosides?

For dry skin, Lovi rates Biore's UV Aqua Rich as Caution, whereas NIOD's Modulating Glucosides has a High fit level.

Do any products from either Biore or NIOD contain fragrance in their ingredients?

Every product from both Biore and NIOD on this page lists no fragrance in its ingredients.

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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