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Biore vs Pixi

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

Biore and Pixi are distinct skincare lines, with the Japanese brand founded in 1980 known for accessible sunscreens, cleansers, masks, and makeup removers, and the British brand established in 1999 celebrated for nourishing toners, targeted serums, soothing eye products, and hydrating moisturizers. Biore suits sensitive and mature skin best with gentle formulas like the UV Aqua Rich, Makeup Remover Perfect Oil, and Deep Pore Charcoal Cleanser, while Pixi favors sensitive and oily skin through balancing staples such as the Glow Tonic, Glow Peel Pads, and Retinol Tonic. Ultimately, both brands differ through their unique approaches to maintaining a healthy, refined complexion.

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

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Pixi is a British skincare brand founded in 1999.

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

Popular Biore vs Pixi products

People Say

BiorePixi
  • Hydration and dewy glow Sometimes NotedMostly Mentioned
    • “Instant surge of hydration — Pixi Hydrating Milky Mist”
    • “healthy radiance — Pixi Glow Mist”
    • “deeply hydrates and balances — Pixi Antioxidant Tonic”
    • “feels like a moisturizer — Biore UV Aqua Rich”
  • Cleansing and debris removal Mostly MentionedRarely Noted
    • “Gets the gunk out — Biore Deep Cleansing Pore Strips”
    • “Face feels squeaky clean — Biore Deep Pore Charcoal Cleanser”
    • “No greasy film, leaves skin fresh, rinses easily. — Biore Makeup Remover Perfect Oil”
    • “picks up leftover dirt — Pixi Rose Tonic”
  • Ease of use and application Often MentionedSometimes Noted
    • “Minimal effort required — Biore Deep Cleansing Pore Strips”
    • “Works in shower, effective on wet hands/face. — Biore Makeup Remover Perfect Oil”
    • “Easy to use — Pixi Glow Peel Pads”
  • Lightweight texture and finish Often MentionedSometimes Noted
    • “melts into skin — Biore UV Aqua Rich”
    • “Absorbs quickly — Pixi Hydrating Milky Mist”
    • “absorbs really fast — Pixi Rose Oil Blend”
  • Skin texture smoothing Sometimes NotedOften Mentioned
    • “Skin feels incredible, so smooth — Pixi Glow Peel Pads”
    • “forehead bumps gone — Pixi Glow Tonic”
    • “Skin feels smoother — Pixi Retinol Tonic”
    • “Leaves skin feeling clean — Biore Deep Cleansing Pore Strips”
  • Makeup performance and base Often MentionedNot noted
    • “primer-like — Biore UV Aqua Rich”
    • “Removes waterproof mascara, eyeliner, foundation. — Biore Makeup Remover Perfect Oil”
  • Strong scent or fragrance sensitivity Often MentionedOften Mentioned
    • “smells like alcohol — Biore UV Aqua Rich”
    • “strong citrus smell — Biore UV Aqua Rich”
    • “smell is overpowering — Pixi Glow Tonic”
    • “Scent is too strong — Pixi Hydrating Milky Mist”
  • Skin irritation and redness Often MentionedRarely Noted
    • “burned my face — Pixi Glow Tonic”
    • “broke me out — Pixi Rose Tonic”
    • “Nose was irritated — Biore Deep Cleansing Pore Strips”
  • Eye irritation Often MentionedNot noted
    • “stings eyes — Biore UV Aqua Rich”
  • Drying and stripping effects Often MentionedNot noted
    • “Made my skin peel — Biore Deep Pore Charcoal Cleanser”

Biore vs Pixi routines for dry skin

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Biore vs Pixi routines for oily skin

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Biore vs Pixi routines for combination skin

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Questions and answers

Biore or Pixi: which is better?

Both brands perform well, but Pixi offers superior hydration and glow while Biore excels at cleansing and makeup removal. Lovi rates the routine fit for both brands as Superior across all skin types.

What is the difference between Biore and Pixi?

Pixi features a strong focus on hydration and glow with key ingredients like hyaluronic acid, which helps support skin wound healing, whereas Biore focuses on cleansing and makeup removal with fragrance-free formulations.

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Biore or Pixi for dry skin?

For dry skin, Pixi achieves a Superior routine fit level on Lovi, while Biore achieves a High routine fit level. Pixi is particularly notable for its hydrating mists and toners, which provide deep hydration.

Which is more affordable, Biore or Pixi?

This page does not provide pricing information or compare the affordability of Biore and Pixi.

How do the founding years and countries of origin compare between Biore and Pixi?

Biore was founded in 1980 in Japan, whereas Pixi was founded in 1999 in the United Kingdom.

Which brand has products with no fragrance listed in their ingredients, Biore or Pixi?

Biore has no fragrance listed in the ingredients for every product on this page, whereas Pixi includes fragrance in 3 of its 10 products.

What do reviewers say about the hydration and glow provided by Pixi skincare?

Reviewers frequently mention deep hydration and a radiance and glow as standout benefits of Pixi products on this page.

Biore or Pixi for oily skin?

For oily skin, Lovi rates both Biore and Pixi as High. Pixi offers superior options like Glow Tonic, though reviewers note that Pixi may sometimes cause skin irritation and sensitivity.

Biore or Pixi for sensitive skin?

For sensitive skin, Lovi rates both Biore and Pixi as a High fit for routine use. Biore features no fragrance across the products on this page, whereas Pixi includes fragrance in some formulations.

Biore or Pixi for acne-prone skin?

For acne-prone skin, Pixi offers superior options like Glow Tonic and Retinol Tonic, while Biore products on this page achieve an Average fit for this skin type.

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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