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BYOMA vs Biore

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BYOMA and Biore are accessible skincare lines offering gentle cleansers, targeted treatments, and daily essentials. The British newcomer is known for moisturizers, toners, serums, and cleansers featuring a proprietary tri-ceramide complex and squalane, while the Japanese veteran is beloved for sunscreens, masks, and makeup removers driven by thoughtfully crafted formulas. Both brands suit mature skin best, though the former also suits acne-prone skin and the latter suits sensitive skin. They differ in their core formulations and heritages, with the first focusing on barrier repair and the second emphasizing everyday cleansing and sun protection.

BYOMA is a British skincare brand founded in 2022 and owned by Bansk Group since 2025.

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

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

Popular BYOMA vs Biore products

People Say

BYOMABiore
  • Texture and Absorption Mostly MentionedOften Mentioned
    • “sinks in quickly — BYOMA Brightening Serum”
    • “sinks in immediately — BYOMA Hydrating Serum”
    • “Controls oil — BYOMA Moisturizing Gel-Cream”
    • “melts into skin — Biore UV Aqua Rich”
  • Skin Barrier and Hydration Mostly MentionedSometimes Noted
    • “helped heal my barrier — BYOMA Hydrating Serum”
    • “Absorbs instantly — BYOMA Moisturizing Gel-Cream”
    • “skin feels so hydrated — BYOMA Hydrating Milky Toner”
    • “feels like a moisturizer — Biore UV Aqua Rich”
  • Makeup Removal and Cleansing Rarely NotedMostly Mentioned
    • “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”
    • “melts away makeup — BYOMA Milky Oil Cleanser”
  • Sensitivity and Gentle Formula Mostly MentionedSometimes Noted
    • “doesn't strip skin — BYOMA Creamy Jelly Cleanser”
    • “no irritation at all — BYOMA Sensitive Retinol Oil”
    • “great for sensitive skin — BYOMA Balancing Face Mist”
    • “Leaves skin soft, doesn't dry out face. — Biore Makeup Remover Perfect Oil”
  • Performance and Results Not notedMostly Mentioned
    • “Minimal effort required — Biore Deep Cleansing Pore Strips”
    • “Satisfying to see results — Biore Deep Cleansing Pore Strips”
    • “Keeps shine away — Biore Deep Pore Charcoal Cleanser”
  • Price and Value Often MentionedNot noted
    • “budget-friendly — BYOMA Brightening Serum”
    • “Budget-friendly skincare — BYOMA Brightening Toner”
    • “great value for money — BYOMA Hydrating Serum”
  • Skin Reactions and Irritation Sometimes NotedMostly Mentioned
    • “Rolls off skin — BYOMA Moisturizing Gel-Cream”
    • “Caused breakouts — BYOMA Moisturizing Gel-Cream”
    • “Tacky finish — BYOMA Moisturizing Gel-Cream”
    • “stings eyes — Biore UV Aqua Rich”
  • Packaging and Design Flaws Mostly MentionedSometimes Noted
    • “Stains the sink — Biore Deep Pore Charcoal Cleanser”
    • “Opening is huge — BYOMA Brightening Toner”
  • Scents and Fragrance Sometimes NotedOften Mentioned
    • “has a weird chemically smell — BYOMA Milky Moisture Cleanser”
    • “smell is annoying — BYOMA Milky Oil Cleanser”
    • “smells like plastic — BYOMA Creamy Jelly Cleanser”
    • “smells like alcohol — Biore UV Aqua Rich”

BYOMA vs Biore routines for oily skin

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BYOMA vs Biore routines for combination skin

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BYOMA vs Biore routines for acne-prone skin

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Questions and answers

BYOMA or Biore: which is better?

BYOMA performs better overall on this page, offering superior routines for oily, combination, acne-prone, mature, and dark-spotted skin types compared to Biore.

What is the difference between BYOMA and Biore?

BYOMA focuses on barrier-strengthening moisturizers and hydrating cleansers, whereas Biore emphasizes pore cleansing and sun protection. Reviewers note that BYOMA generally performs better for texture, barrier hydration, and sensitivity, while Biore stands out for specific cleansing and performance results.

BYOMA or Biore for oily skin?

For oily skin, BYOMA is the better choice because Lovi rates its routine as Superior, compared to High for Biore. BYOMA offers lightweight, fast-absorbing moisturizers and barrier-strengthening products that help manage oiliness.

BYOMA or Biore: which cleanser is better?

For cleansers, BYOMA is the better choice for most skin types on this page, offering High fits for dry, sensitive, acne-prone, and combination skin. Biore mostly achieves lower fits for cleansers, scoring Low for dry and sensitive skin.

Which is more affordable, BYOMA or Biore?

BYOMA is more affordable as it does better for price and value among the products on this page.

When was BYOMA founded compared to Biore, and who owns each brand?

BYOMA was founded in 2022 in the United Kingdom and is owned by Bansk Group, whereas Biore was founded in 1980 in Japan and is owned by Kao Corporation.

Which brand has more fragrance-free options, BYOMA or Biore?

Biore has more fragrance-free options because every product on its page lists no fragrance, whereas BYOMA includes fragrance in one of the products on this page.

How do the Lovi fit levels for dry sensitive skin compare between BYOMA and Biore products?

BYOMA products generally show better Lovi fit levels for dry sensitive skin than Biore products on this page, with BYOMA items reaching Superior or High levels while Biore items range from Low to Caution. Reviewers also note that BYOMA does better for sensitivity and gentle formulas.

BYOMA or Biore for acne-prone skin?

For acne-prone skin, BYOMA offers superior routine fit compared to Biore on this page. Reviewers note that BYOMA provides lightweight and fast-absorbing moisturizers, though some mention occasional breakouts and acne.

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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