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SKIN1004 vs Cetaphil

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SKIN1004 and Cetaphil are well-regarded skincare brands offering soothing toners, comforting moisturizers, reliable sunscreens, nourishing masks, and more. The Korean brand is known for pure centella, hydrating hyaluronic acid, and brightening niacinamide, while the American brand relies on nourishing glycerin, niacinamide, and panthenol. Both options suit sensitive skin, combination skin, and acne-prone skin best through gentle ingredients that calm irritation, control breakouts, and balance moisture. They differ primarily in their heritage and specific active formulations, with the former emphasizing botanical centella extracts for moisture and the latter focusing on barrier-restoring glycerin.

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

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Cetaphil is an American skincare brand founded in 1947 and owned by Galderma Group AG.

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

Popular SKIN1004 vs Cetaphil products

People Say

SKIN1004Cetaphil
  • Hydration and Soothing 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”
    • “cleared up flaky skin — Cetaphil Moisturizing Cream”
    • “cleans without stripping — Cetaphil Daily Facial Cleanser”
  • Lightweight and Fast-Absorbing Texture Mostly MentionedOften 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”
    • “absorbs like water — SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Toning Toner”
    • “absorbs instantly — Cetaphil Moisturizing Lotion”
  • Extremely Gentle and Safe for Sensitive Skin Not notedMostly Mentioned
    • “The only thing my reactive skin tolerates. — Cetaphil Gentle Skin Cleanser”
    • “No breakouts since switching to this. — Cetaphil Gentle Skin Cleanser”
    • “Lifesaver for my very sensitive skin — Cetaphil Gentle Cleansing Bar”
  • Effective Cleansing Sometimes NotedSometimes Noted
    • “doesn't strip my skin — SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Tone Brightening Cleansing Gel Foam”
    • “Dissolves waterproof mascara and sunscreen effortlessly. — SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Light Cleansing Oil”
    • “skin felt super clean — SKIN1004 Zombie Pack”
    • “removes excess oil — Cetaphil Daily Facial Cleanser”
  • Gentle Exfoliation and Smoothing Sometimes NotedSometimes Noted
    • “skin feels super soft — SKIN1004 Zombie Pack”
    • “gentle enough for daily use — SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Toning Toner”
    • “Skin felt softer after one use — Cetaphil Gentle Exfoliating SA Cleanser”
    • “Micro-fine granules don't irritate — Cetaphil Extra Gentle Daily Scrub”
  • Ideal 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”
    • “doesn't clog my pores — SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Poremizing Light Gel Cream”
    • “Removes excess oil without drying. — Cetaphil Oily Skin Cleanser”
  • Scent and Smell Complaints Sometimes NotedOften Mentioned
    • “smells like wet dog — SKIN1004 Zombie Pack”
    • “Has a strong herbal/citrus scent I didn't enjoy. — SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Light Cleansing Oil”
    • “smells a bit like plastic — SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Tone Brightening Cleansing Gel Foam”
    • “Overpowering masking fragrance — Cetaphil Gentle Cleansing Bar”
  • Finish and Texture Issues Sometimes NotedSometimes Noted
    • “milky sweat when running — SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Hyalu-Cica Water-Fit Sun Serum”
    • “looked greasy by midday — SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Hyalu-Cica Water-Fit Sun Serum”
    • “left my skin medium tacky — SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Poremizing Light Gel Cream”
    • “too thick for face — Cetaphil Moisturising Cream”
  • Irritation and Breakouts Sometimes NotedSometimes Noted
    • “Made my vision blurry/foggy for a while after rinsing. — SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Light Cleansing Oil”
    • “Caused small whiteheads/closed comedones on my forehead. — SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Light Cleansing Oil”
    • “Stings my face immediately after applying. — Cetaphil Daily Facial Moisturizer”
    • “new formula burns — Cetaphil Daily Facial Cleanser”

SKIN1004 vs Cetaphil routines for dry skin

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SKIN1004 vs Cetaphil routines for oily skin

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SKIN1004 vs Cetaphil routines for combination skin

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Questions and answers

SKIN1004 or Cetaphil: which is better?

Both SKIN1004 and Cetaphil are great brands, with SKIN1004 better for lightweight textures and Cetaphil excelling in sensitivity safety. Both brands feature products that help soothe and hydrate the skin using key ingredients like niacinamide and hyaluronic acid.

Dermatologic Therapy, 2022The British Journal of Dermatology, 2002

What is the difference between SKIN1004 and Cetaphil?

SKIN1004 is better for lightweight textures and effective cleansing, whereas Cetaphil stands out for being extremely gentle and safe for sensitive skin.

SKIN1004 or Cetaphil for dry skin?

Both SKIN1004 and Cetaphil are well-suited for dry skin, matching the routine fit level of High. SKIN1004 features soothing toners and lightweight moisturizers, while Cetaphil is recognized for gentle, non-stripping cleansers and hydrating non-greasy creams.

SKIN1004 or Cetaphil: which cleanser is better?

SKIN1004 is better for effective cleansing, while Cetaphil is recognized for being extremely gentle and safe for sensitive skin. Both brands offer cleansers that fit different skin types well, such as Cetaphil's Daily Facial Cleanser which is rated Superior for oily skin and SKIN1004's Madagascar Centella Tone Brightening Cleansing Gel Foam which is rated Superior for dry sensitive skin.

Which is more affordable, SKIN1004 or Cetaphil?

This page does not compare the prices or affordability of SKIN1004 and Cetaphil products.

Between SKIN1004 and Cetaphil, which brand offers better lightweight and fast-absorbing texture?

SKIN1004 offers better lightweight and fast-absorbing texture compared to Cetaphil.

How do the founding years and corporate ownerships of SKIN1004 and Cetaphil compare?

SKIN1004 was founded in South Korea in 2012 and is owned by Goodai Global Inc. since 2024, whereas Cetaphil was founded in the United States in 1947 and is owned by Galderma Group AG.

Which brand has more fragrance-free products listed, SKIN1004 or Cetaphil?

SKIN1004 has slightly more fragrance-free products listed than Cetaphil on this page. Every single product on the SKIN1004 page lists no fragrance in its ingredients, whereas Cetaphil includes fragrance in one of its items.

SKIN1004 or Cetaphil for oily skin?

For oily skin, both SKIN1004 and Cetaphil reach a High routine fit level on this page. SKIN1004 excels specifically in lightweight and fast-absorbing textures, while Cetaphil is recognized for being extremely gentle and safe for sensitive skin.

SKIN1004 or Cetaphil: which moisturizer is better?

Both SKIN1004 and Cetaphil offer moisturizers with a High routine fit for dry skin, though SKIN1004 products on this page are praised for having a lightweight and fast-absorbing texture. Niacinamide helps improve skin appearance in both brands.

The British Journal of Dermatology, 2002Antioxidants, 2021

SKIN1004 or Cetaphil for sensitive skin?

Both SKIN1004 and Cetaphil reach a high routine fit for sensitive skin, with Cetaphil standing out for being extremely gentle and safe for sensitive skin. SKIN1004 also performs well for sensitive skin thanks to fragrance-free products focused on soothing ingredients like Centella asiatica and panthenol.

American Journal of Clinical Dermatology, 2002

SKIN1004 or Cetaphil: which sunscreen is better?

Both SKIN1004 and Cetaphil offer sunscreens with high fit levels for sensitive and acne-prone skin on the page. SKIN1004 products on this page list no fragrance, while Cetaphil includes options with and without fragrance.

SKIN1004 or Cetaphil for acne-prone skin?

Both SKIN1004 and Cetaphil offer a High routine fit for acne-prone skin, with SKIN1004 featuring several products like the Madagascar Centella Poremizing Clear Toner that achieve a Superior fit level. SKIN1004 provides lightweight and soothing formulations centered on key ingredients like Centella asiatica and niacinamide, which helps manage acne-prone skin without added fragrance.

The British Journal of Dermatology, 2002Antioxidants, 2021

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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