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SKIN1004 vs Minimalist

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SKIN1004 and Minimalist are two distinct skincare lines known for soothing toners, comforting moisturizers, reliable sunscreens, nourishing masks, and gentle cleansers. The Korean brand is recognized for pure centella, hydrating hyaluronic acid, and brightening niacinamide, while the Indian brand features targeted actives like salicylic acid and vitamin B5. Both lines suit acne-prone skin best, though the former also cares for sensitive and mature skin through calming and brightening formulations. While SKIN1004 relies heavily on botanical ingredients for barrier health, Minimalist focuses on science-backed potency to address specific concerns like dark spots and excess oil.

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

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Minimalist is an Indian skincare brand founded in 2020 and owned by Unilever PLC since 2025.

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

Popular SKIN1004 vs Minimalist products

People Say

SKIN1004Minimalist
  • Lightweight 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 quickly and doesn't feel greasy — Minimalist Vitamin B5 10% Moisturizer”
  • Hydration and soothing Mostly MentionedSometimes Noted
    • “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”
    • “calmed it when my skin was super irritated — Minimalist Vitamin B5 10% Moisturizer”
  • Ideal for oily skin Sometimes NotedMostly Mentioned
    • “perfect moisturizer for oily skin — Minimalist Vitamin B5 10% Moisturizer”
    • “keeps skin oil-free for hours — Minimalist Salicylic Acid + LHA 2% Face Cleanser”
    • “perfect for oily skin — SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Poremizing Light Gel Cream”
  • Gentle formulation Sometimes NotedOften Mentioned
    • “doesn't strip my skin — SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Tone Brightening Cleansing Gel Foam”
    • “doesn't burn my eyes — SKIN1004 Probio-Cica Bakuchiol Eye Cream”
    • “doesn't make skin feel tight — Minimalist Salicylic Acid + LHA 2% Face Cleanser”
  • Intense hydration Sometimes NotedOften Mentioned
    • “Gives my dehydrated skin a moisture surge — SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Watergel Sheet Ampoule Mask”
    • “plumps skin — SKIN1004 Hyalu-CICA Blue Serum”
    • “very moisturizing — Minimalist SPF 50 Sunscreen”
  • No white cast Rarely NotedOften Mentioned
    • “leaves absolutely no white cast — Minimalist SPF 50 Sunscreen”
    • “zero white cast — SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Hyalu-Cica Water-Fit Sun Serum”
  • Finish and shine issues Sometimes NotedMostly Mentioned
    • “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”
    • “Left a slightly greasy feeling — SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Watergel Sheet Ampoule Mask”
    • “makes face very oily — Minimalist SPF 50 Sunscreen”
  • Scent and smell issues 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 like chemicals — Minimalist Salicylic Acid + LHA 2% Face Cleanser”
  • Runny or watery consistency Rarely NotedOften Mentioned
    • “leaked in my travel bag — SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Tone Brightening Cleansing Gel Foam”
    • “spills out of tube — SKIN1004 Hyalu-Cica Moisture Cream”
    • “Runny like water — SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Tone Brightening Boosting Toner”
    • “consistency is like water — Minimalist Salicylic Acid + LHA 2% Face Cleanser”

SKIN1004 vs Minimalist routines for dry skin

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SKIN1004 vs Minimalist routines for oily skin

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SKIN1004 vs Minimalist routines for combination skin

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Questions and answers

SKIN1004 or Minimalist: which is better?

Both brands are great choices, but Minimalist is better suited for oily and acne-prone skin, while SKIN1004 stands out for its lightweight and soothing formulas. Sodium hyaluronate in these products may help improve skin hydration and wound healing.

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What is the difference between SKIN1004 and Minimalist?

SKIN1004 fits best for sensitive, acne-prone, and dry skin with a focus on lightweight texture, hydration, and soothing ingredients like Centella asiatica and hyaluronic acid, while Minimalist is best for acne-prone, oily, and combination skin.

SKIN1004 or Minimalist for dry skin?

Both SKIN1004 and Minimalist fit dry skin well, offering an equal High level of routine fit for this skin type. SKIN1004 is particularly known for soothing and lightweight toners, as well as lightweight and soothing moisturizers, while the products on this page list no fragrance in their ingredients.

SKIN1004 or Minimalist: which sunscreen is better?

When comparing sunscreens on this page, both SKIN1004 and Minimalist offer solid options, with the Madagascar Centella Hyalu-Cica Water-Fit Sun Serum and the SPF 50 Sunscreen. The products on this page for both brands feature no added fragrance, and Lovi rates their sunscreens as High or Superior depending on your skin type.

Which is more affordable, SKIN1004 or Minimalist?

The products on this page do not include pricing information, so a comparison of affordability cannot be made between SKIN1004 and Minimalist.

Which brand performs better for hydration and soothing according to review themes?

SKIN1004 performs better for hydration and soothing according to the review themes on this page.

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

SKIN1004 was founded in 2012 in South Korea and has been owned by Goodai Global Inc. since 2024. In comparison, Minimalist was founded in 2020 in India and is owned by Unilever PLC as of 2025.

Which brand provides a better routine fit for dry sensitive skin?

Both SKIN1004 and Minimalist provide an equal routine fit level of High for dry sensitive skin. Review themes indicate that both brands also offer an equal level of gentle formulation for this skin type.

SKIN1004 or Minimalist for oily skin?

For oily skin, Minimalist is superior, while SKIN1004 is high. Minimalist is a better match because its products on this page are specially targeted to fit oily skin best.

SKIN1004 or Minimalist for sensitive skin?

Both SKIN1004 and Minimalist fit sensitive skin at a High level on this page. Every product listed for both brands contains no fragrance in its ingredients.

SKIN1004 or Minimalist for acne-prone skin?

Minimalist may be a better fit for acne-prone skin, as the routine fit for this skin type is Superior compared to High for SKIN1004. Both brands feature fragrance-free products on this page.

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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