SKIN1004 vs Hada Labo
SKIN1004 and Hada Labo are celebrated Asian beauty brands known for thoughtfully formulated toners and moisturizers. The Korean line features pure centella, hyaluronic acid, and niacinamide to suit sensitive and acne-prone skin, whereas the Japanese line relies on advanced science to serve dry and acne-prone skin. While both ranges successfully target dark spots and mature skin, they differ in their foundational ingredients and regional origins.
SKIN1004 is a Korean skincare brand founded in 2012 and owned by Goodai Global Inc. since 2024.
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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 SKIN1004 and Hada Labo products; for every product of both brands, with a fit score for your own skin, use the Lovi app.
Popular SKIN1004 vs Hada Labo products
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Madagascar Centella Hyalu-Cica Water-Fit Sun Serum
€16.86
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Madagascar Centella Light Cleansing Oil
€17.82
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Madagascar Centella Toning Toner
€19.50
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Madagascar Centella Poremizing Light Gel Cream
€18.90
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Madagascar Centella Quick Calming Pad
€17.46
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Madagascar Centella Watergel Sheet Ampoule Mask
€16.49
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Hyalu-Cica Moisture Cream
€20.00
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Zombie Pack
€13.35
People Say
Deep Hydration and Moisture Often MentionedMostly Mentioned
- “skin drinks it up — Hada Labo Gokujyun Lotion”
- “Plumps fine lines — Hada Labo Gokujun Premium”
- “leaves skin soft, smooth, and hydrated — Hada Labo Shirojyun Premium Whitening Lotion”
- “Gives my dehydrated skin a moisture surge — SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Watergel Sheet Ampoule Mask”
Gentle and Soothing Formulation Mostly MentionedMostly Mentioned
- “calmed my angry skin — SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Toning Toner”
- “Eliminated redness on my easily irritated skin — SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Watergel Sheet Ampoule Mask”
- “Calms irritation instantly — SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Quick Calming Pad”
- “never stings my sensitive skin — Hada Labo Gokujyun Lotion”
Lightweight Texture Mostly MentionedOften Mentioned
- “sunk in like a dream — SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Hyalu-Cica Water-Fit Sun Serum”
- “zero white cast — SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Hyalu-Cica Water-Fit Sun Serum”
- “Turns milky immediately and washes off completely. — SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Light Cleansing Oil”
- “absorbs super quickly — Hada Labo Premium Whitening Lotion (Light)”
Value and Pricing Rarely NotedSometimes Noted
- “bottle lasts forever — Hada Labo Gokujyun Lotion”
- “Lasts forever — Hada Labo Gokujun Premium”
- “huge bottle — SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Toning Toner”
Cleansing and Makeup Removal 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”
- “emulsifies beautifully — Hada Labo Gokujyun Cleansing Oil”
Brightening and Dark Spots Rarely NotedSometimes Noted
- “faded considerably — Hada Labo Shirojyun Premium Whitening Lotion”
- “faded my PIH considerably — Hada Labo Premium Whitening Lotion (Light)”
- “Gives a nice glow — SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Tone Brightening Boosting Toner”
Sticky or Tacky Finish Sometimes NotedOften Mentioned
- “left my skin medium tacky — SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Poremizing Light Gel Cream”
- “Left a slightly greasy feeling — SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Watergel Sheet Ampoule Mask”
- “feels tacky in high humidity — SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Hyalu-Cica Water-Fit Sun Serum”
- “Tacky residue — Hada Labo Gokujun Premium”
Insufficient Hydration or Dryness Sometimes NotedSometimes Noted
- “not enough for dry skin — SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Poremizing Light Gel Cream”
- “not moisturizing enough — SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Toning Toner”
- “not enough for dry patches — Hada Labo Premium Whitening Lotion (Light)”
- “not enough to keep skin hydrated — Hada Labo Shirojyun Premium Whitening Lotion”
SKIN1004 vs Hada Labo routines for dry skin
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Cleanser
CeraVe Hydrating Facial Cleanser
Morning · Evening · Once a week
€9.19
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Hydrating Toner
Gokujyun Lotion
Morning
€41.70
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Moisturizer
Elizabeth Arden Advanced Ceramide Lift and Firm Night Cream
Morning · Evening · Once a week
€53.50
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SPF
thinkbaby Safe Sunscreen SPF 50+
Morning
€37.19
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Pre-Cleanser
MISSHA Ultra Hyalon Cleansing Cream
Evening · Once a week
€15.90
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Serum or Treatment
SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Poremizing Fresh Ampoule
Evening · Once a week
€16.60
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Nourishing Mask
MEDIHEAL Vita Essential Mask
Once a week
€31.93
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Cleanser
Madagascar Centella Hyalu-Cica Water-Fit Sun Serum
Morning · Evening · Once a week
€16.86
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Hydrating Toner
Probio-Cica Essence Toner
Morning
€23.70
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Pre-Cleanser
Madagascar Centella Light Cleansing Oil
Evening · Once a week
€17.82
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Nourishing Mask
Madagascar Centella Watergel Sheet Ampoule Mask
Once a week
€16.49
SKIN1004 vs Hada Labo routines for oily skin
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Cleanser
CeraVe Foaming Facial Cleanser
Morning · Evening · Once a week
€24.75
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Hydrating Toner
Shirojyun Premium Whitening Lotion
Morning · Once a week
€25.16
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Moisturizer
COSRX Oil-Free Ultra-Moisturizing Lotion (with Birch Sap)
Morning · Evening · Once a week
€18.47
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SPF
make p:rem UV Defense Me Blue Ray Sun Cream
Morning
€40.49
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Pre-Cleanser
Shu Uemura Ultime8 Sublime Beauty Cleansing Oil
Evening · Once a week
€40.00
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Cleansing Toner
Pixi Glow Tonic
Evening
€19.50
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Serum or Treatment
L'Oreal Paris Revitalift 12% Vitamin C + E + Salicylic Serum
Evening · Once a week
€14.21
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Enzyme Powder
Dermalogica Daily Microfoliant
Once a week
€49.00
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Cleansing Mask
VT Cosmetics Cica Purifying Mask
Once a week
€19.79
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Cleanser
Madagascar Centella Tone Brightening Cleansing Gel Foam
Morning · Evening · Once a week
€17.01
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Hydrating Toner
Probio-Cica Essence Toner
Morning · Once a week
€23.70
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Moisturizer
Madagascar Centella Hyalu-Cica Water-Fit Sun Serum
Morning · Evening · Once a week
€16.86
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Pre-Cleanser
Madagascar Centella Light Cleansing Oil
Evening · Once a week
€17.82
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Cleansing Toner
Madagascar Centella Tea-Trica Purifying Toner
Evening
€27.01
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Enzyme Powder
Dermalogica Daily Microfoliant
Once a week
€49.00
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Cleansing Mask
VT Cosmetics Cica Purifying Mask
Once a week
€19.79
SKIN1004 vs Hada Labo routines for combination skin
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Cleanser
Dr. Althea Amino Acid Gentle Bubble Cleanser
Morning · Evening · Once a week
€13.50
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Hydrating Toner
Premium Whitening Lotion (Light)
Morning · Once a week
€25.16
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Moisturizer
COSRX Oil-Free Ultra-Moisturizing Lotion (with Birch Sap)
Morning · Evening · Once a week
€18.47
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SPF
make p:rem UV Defense Me Blue Ray Sun Cream
Morning
€40.49
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Pre-Cleanser
Shu Uemura Ultime8 Sublime Beauty Cleansing Oil
Evening · Once a week
€40.00
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Cleansing Toner
Medicube Zero Pore Pad 2.0
Evening
€17.15
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Serum or Treatment
NEOGEN Dermalogy Real Niacinamide 15% Firming Serum
Evening · Once a week
€37.99
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Enzyme Powder
Dermalogica Daily Microfoliant
Once a week
€49.00
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Cleansing Mask
VT Cosmetics Cica Purifying Mask
Once a week
€19.79
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Cleanser
Madagascar Centella Tone Brightening Cleansing Gel Foam
Morning · Evening · Once a week
€17.01
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Hydrating Toner
Madagascar Centella Toning Toner
Morning · Once a week
€19.50
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Moisturizer
Madagascar Centella Hyalu-Cica Water-Fit Sun Serum
Morning · Evening · Once a week
€16.86
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Pre-Cleanser
Madagascar Centella Light Cleansing Oil
Evening · Once a week
€17.82
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Cleansing Toner
Madagascar Centella Tea-Trica Purifying Toner
Evening
€27.01
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Enzyme Powder
Dermalogica Daily Microfoliant
Once a week
€49.00
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Cleansing Mask
VT Cosmetics Cica Purifying Mask
Once a week
€19.79
Questions and answers
SKIN1004 or Hada Labo: which is better?
Both brands are excellent, with SKIN1004 doing better for gentle, soothing formulations and lightweight textures, while Hada Labo excels in deep hydration, moisturization, brightening, and value. The products on this page list no fragrance in their ingredients.
What is the difference between SKIN1004 and Hada Labo?
SKIN1004 is known for soothing, lightweight formulations with centella asiatica, while Hada Labo focuses on deep hydration and moisturization using hyaluronic acid. Every product on the page for both brands lists no fragrance in its ingredients.
SKIN1004 or Hada Labo for dry skin?
For dry skin, Hada Labo has a Superior Lovi fit level, whereas SKIN1004 has a High Lovi fit level.
SKIN1004 or Hada Labo: which moisturizer is better?
Hada Labo does better for deep hydration and moisture, while SKIN1004 does better for lightweight texture and soothing formulations. Both brands offer fragrance-free products on the products on this page.
Which is more affordable, SKIN1004 or Hada Labo?
Hada Labo is more affordable, as value and pricing is an area where the brand does better.
SKIN1004 or Hada Labo: which is better for gentle and soothing formulations?
SKIN1004 does better for gentle and soothing formulations on the products on this page.
SKIN1004 or Hada Labo: which brand performs better for brightening and dark spots?
Hada Labo performs better for brightening and dark spots compared to SKIN1004. The products on this page for Hada Labo feature brightening and dark spot reduction as a key benefit, backed by reviewer feedback.
SKIN1004 or Hada Labo: which brand offers better cleansing and makeup removal products?
SKIN1004 offers better cleansing and makeup removal products, as shown by its stronger performance in cleansing and makeup removal on this page.
SKIN1004 or Hada Labo for oily skin?
Both SKIN1004 and Hada Labo provide a Superior routine fit for oily skin, but they differ in their strengths. Hada Labo provides better deep hydration and moisturization, whereas SKIN1004 offers a more lightweight texture and gentler formulation.
SKIN1004 or Hada Labo for acne-prone skin?
Both SKIN1004 and Hada Labo provide a Superior routine fit for acne-prone skin. Reviewers note that Hada Labo delivers deep hydration and moisture, while SKIN1004 is recognized for its gentle and soothing formulations.
Research behind their key ingredients
Bifidobacterium longum lysate, a new ingredient for reactive skin
Preparation and characterization of a lecithin nanoemulsion as a topical delivery system
Self-Assembled Cubic Liquid Crystalline Nanoparticles for Transdermal Delivery of Paeonol
A comparative study of gluconolactone versus benzoyl peroxide in the treatment of acne
Phyllanthus emblica L. (amla) branch: A safe and effective ingredient against skin aging
The influence of alkane chain length on the skin irritation potential of 1,2-alkanediols
Chemical peels for acne vulgaris: a systematic review of randomised controlled trials
Effects of topical copper tripeptide complex on CO2 laser-resurfaced skin
The anti-wrinkles properties of sodium acetylated hyaluronate
Starch- and carboxymethyl cellulose-based films as active beauty masks with papain incorporation
Safety of a preservative system containing 1,2-hexanediol and caprylyl glycol
Moisturizing effect of alcohol-based hand rub containing okra polysaccharide
The anti wrinkle efficacy of synthetic hexapeptide (Argireline) in Chinese Subjects
Moisturizing Effects of Diglycerol Combined with Glycerol on Human Stratum Corneum
Liposomal formulation of a vitamin C derivative: a promising strategy to increase skin permeability
Functional properties and skin care effects of sodium trehalose sulfate
Nanocomplex of quaternized cyclodextrin grafted chitosan and hyaluronic acid for a skin delivery
Combined Effect of Silybin and Sodium Acetylated Hyaluronate on UV-Induced Photoaging
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.
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Co-founder, Medical Director
Cosmetic chemist, cosmetologist, aesthetic products developer
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Co-founder, CEO and CTO
PhD in computer science, 3x US patent holder, ex-Google, ex-Yandex
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Dr. Sofía Perea Pérez, MD, MSc
Medical Board
Aesthetic medicine practitioner, MSc in Longevity and Anti-Aging Medicine
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Medical Board
Specialist dermatologist, MBBS, MD, IFAAD
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Medical Board
Cosmetic chemist, SCS, IFSCC member
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Medical Board, Medical Advisor
Dermatology MD
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Elina Nazarenko, MD
Medical Board
Dermatology and diagnostic consultant
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Victoria Derkova, MS
Medical Board
Cosmetic chemist, cosmetic development technologist
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