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Hada Labo vs MAËLYS

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

Hada Labo and MAËLYS are distinct skincare lines, with the former recognized for hydrating toners, gentle makeup removers, and nourishing moisturizers, and the latter celebrated for targeted serums and advanced formulas. The Japanese brand suits dry skin and acne-prone skin best, utilizing ingredients like those in the Gokujyun Lotion, Shirojyun Premium Whitening Lotion, and Gokujun Premium to restore moisture and soothe irritation. Conversely, the second option suits all skin types best through specialized solutions such as the TOO-FINE and the RE-LURE Tight & Tone Body Serum. Ultimately, both deliver thoughtful care through formulas designed to support healthy skin, while differing in their core product types and ideal skin matches.

Hada Labo is a Japanese skincare brand founded in 2004 and owned by Rohto Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd..

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

Popular Hada Labo vs MAËLYS products

Questions and answers

Hada Labo or MAËLYS: which is better?

Hada Labo is a better choice than MAËLYS because the products on this page achieve superior to high Lovi fit levels for dry and acne-prone skin, whereas MAËLYS mostly scores low or caution. Hyaluronic acid helps provide deep hydration, which reviewers mention as a key benefit of Hada Labo formulations.

Dermatologic Therapy, 2022

What is the difference between Hada Labo and MAËLYS?

Hada Labo focuses on hydrating products like toners with hyaluronic acid that Lovi rates as Superior or High for dry and acne-prone skin, while MAËLYS offers body and face serums that Lovi rates mostly as Low or Average. Additionally, every Hada Labo product on this page lists no fragrance, whereas MAËLYS includes fragrance in one of its two products.

Dermatologic Therapy, 2022

Which is more affordable, Hada Labo or MAËLYS?

Hada Labo is often noted for value and versatility across the products on this page, whereas MAËLYS does not feature affordability highlights.

Which causes fewer breakouts, Hada Labo or MAËLYS?

Hada Labo is a better choice for acne-prone skin, as the products on this page achieve High fit levels for acne-prone and oily acne-prone skin types. In contrast, MAËLYS products on this page receive Low fit levels for acne-prone skin.

Which brand offers products with no fragrance, Hada Labo or MAËLYS?

Hada Labo offers products with no fragrance, as every product on its page lists no fragrance in its ingredients. In contrast, MAËLYS includes fragrance in one of its two products on the page.

How do the founding years and parent companies of Hada Labo and MAËLYS compare?

Hada Labo was founded in 2004 and is owned by Rohto Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd., whereas MAËLYS was founded in 2017 and is owned by Barinboim Group.

Which Hada Labo product has a Superior Lovi fit level for dry skin?

Gokujyun Lotion, Gokujun Premium, Gokujyun Cleansing Oil, and Gokujyun Premium Whitening Lotion each achieve a Superior Lovi fit level for dry skin among the products on this page.

Dermatologic Therapy, 2022

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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