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SKIN1004 vs Augustinus Bader

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SKIN1004 and Augustinus Bader are distinguished skincare houses offering distinct approaches to complexion care. The former is a Korean brand known for soothing toners, comforting moisturizers, reliable sunscreens, and nourishing masks formulated with pure centella, hydrating hyaluronic acid, and brightening niacinamide, which suit sensitive skin and acne-prone skin best. The latter is a German brand loved for its moisturizers, serums, and eye products that suit dry skin and mature skin best. While both brands address targeted concerns like dark spots and aging through specialized formulations, they differ fundamentally in their ingredient philosophies and geographic origins.

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

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Augustinus Bader is a German skincare brand founded in 2018.

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

Popular SKIN1004 vs Augustinus Bader products

People Say

SKIN1004Augustinus Bader
  • Hydrating and soothing properties 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”
    • “Instantly hydrated — Augustinus Bader The Face Oil”
    • “Extremely dry skin saved — Augustinus Bader The Rich Cream”
  • Lightweight and fast-absorbing texture Mostly MentionedMostly 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”
    • “light but nourishing — Augustinus Bader The Cream”
    • “sinks in instantly — Augustinus Bader The Serum”
  • Visible radiance, glow, and texture improvement Not notedMostly Mentioned
    • “Instant youthful glow — Augustinus Bader The Rich Cream”
    • “Softens fine lines — Augustinus Bader The Rich Cream”
    • “skin is smoother — Augustinus Bader The Cream”
  • Suitability for oily or combination skin Sometimes NotedRarely Noted
    • “perfect for oily skin — SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Poremizing Light Gel Cream”
    • “doesn't clog pores — SKIN1004 Hyalu-CICA Blue Serum”
    • “didn't cause new breakouts — SKIN1004 Hyalu-Cica Moisture Cream”
    • “works well for oily skin — Augustinus Bader The Cream”
  • Size, price point, and quantity issues Rarely NotedMostly Mentioned
    • “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”
  • Packaging, pump, and consistency issues Sometimes NotedOften Mentioned
    • “leaked in my travel bag — SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Tone Brightening Cleansing Gel Foam”
    • “drags on skin — SKIN1004 Probio-Cica Bakuchiol Eye Cream”
    • “takes 4-5 pumps for face — SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Hyalu-Cica Water-Fit Sun Serum”
    • “excessive packaging — Augustinus Bader The Serum”
  • Unnoticeable or subtle results Rarely NotedOften Mentioned
    • “didn't notice difference — SKIN1004 Probio-Cica Bakuchiol Eye Cream”
    • “didn't do much — SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Toning Toner”
    • “didn't see dramatic results — Augustinus Bader The Cream”
  • Scent dislike Sometimes NotedSometimes Noted
    • “smells like wet dog — SKIN1004 Zombie Pack”
    • “Has a strong herbal/citrus scent I didn't enjoy. — SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Light Cleansing Oil”
    • “Smells like old crayons — Augustinus Bader The Rich Cream”
    • “Smells like vegetable oil — Augustinus Bader The Face Oil”

SKIN1004 vs Augustinus Bader routines for dry skin

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SKIN1004 vs Augustinus Bader routines for oily skin

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SKIN1004 vs Augustinus Bader routines for combination skin

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Questions and answers

SKIN1004 or Augustinus Bader: which is better?

Both brands perform well, but Augustinus Bader stands out more for visible radiance, glow, and texture improvement, whereas SKIN1004 is often noted as better for oily or combination skin. Hyaluronic acid helps hydrate the skin and supports skin quality.

Dermatologic Therapy, 2022

What is the difference between SKIN1004 and Augustinus Bader?

SKIN1004 and Augustinus Bader are both skincare brands that feature no fragrance in the products on this page. SKIN1004 is founded in South Korea and focuses on sensitive, acne-prone, and dry skin with key ingredients like Centella asiatica and hyaluronic acid, whereas Augustinus Bader is founded in Germany and focuses on dry, mature, and dry sensitive skin using TFC8.

SKIN1004 or Augustinus Bader for dry skin?

Both brands are great for dry skin, with Augustinus Bader offering a Superior routine fit and SKIN1004 offering a High routine fit on the products on this page. Augustinus Bader focuses on deep hydration and radiance, while SKIN1004 relies on soothing ingredients like hyaluronic acid that helps retain moisture.

Journal of Pharmacy & Pharmaceutical Sciences, 2015Dermatologic Therapy, 2022

SKIN1004 or Augustinus Bader: which moisturizer is better?

Both brands offer popular moisturizers, but Augustinus Bader leans toward a superior routine fit for dry skin through options like The Rich Cream. Meanwhile, SKIN1004 features lightweight and soothing moisturizers such as the Madagascar Centella Poremizing Light Gel Cream.

Which is more affordable, SKIN1004 or Augustinus Bader?

SKIN1004 is more affordable, whereas Augustinus Bader faces review complaints regarding its extreme price. Reviewers note that SKIN1004 does better with size, price point, and quantity issues.

Which brand uses TFC8 as a key ingredient, SKIN1004 or Augustinus Bader?

Augustinus Bader uses TFC8 as a key ingredient across its products, whereas SKIN1004 relies on ingredients like Centella asiatica and hyaluronic acid.

Do SKIN1004 products contain fragrance according to their ingredient lists?

No, every SKIN1004 product on this page lists no fragrance in its ingredients.

Which brand is better known for visible radiance, glow, and texture improvement?

Augustinus Bader does better for visible radiance, glow, and texture improvement.

SKIN1004 or Augustinus Bader for oily skin?

For oily skin, SKIN1004 is a great option because the products on this page offer a High routine fit and suit oily skin well, while Augustinus Bader also achieves a Superior routine fit.

SKIN1004 or Augustinus Bader for sensitive skin?

Both SKIN1004 and Augustinus Bader are great for sensitive skin, with Lovi rating Augustinus Bader as Superior and SKIN1004 as High for that skin type. SKIN1004 relies on soothing ingredients like Centella asiatica and panthenol, which helps calm irritation, while Augustinus Bader uses its TFC8 technology to support skin renewal.

American Journal of Clinical Dermatology, 2002Experimental Dermatology, 2010

SKIN1004 or Augustinus Bader for acne-prone skin?

Both SKIN1004 and Augustinus Bader provide a Superior routine fit for acne-prone skin, with SKIN1004 offering products specifically tailored for acne-prone skin alongside key soothing ingredients like Centella asiatica and hyaluronic acid. Reviewers note that SKIN1004 is better suited for oily or combination skin, while Augustinus Bader excels in visible radiance, glow, and texture improvement.

Journal of Pharmacy & Pharmaceutical Sciences, 2015Dermatologic 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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