Abib skincare
Abib is a Korean skincare brand founded in 2016 and owned by Fourcompany Co., Ltd..
Abib is beloved for its thoughtful range of serums, masks, cleansers, eye products, and more, all enriched with key ingredients like niacinamide. Its products suit acne-prone skin and oily acne-prone skin best, helping to calm and balance reactive complexions. For particular concerns, the standout products include the Rice Probiotics Overnight Mask for acne-prone skin, the Heartleaf Calming Toner for skin with dark spots, and the Jericho Rose Bifida Serum for mature skin. Through these targeted formulations, the brand utilizes key ingredients where niacinamide improves skin aging and reduces hyperpigmentation.
The British Journal of Dermatology, 2002
Hyaluronic acid
NiacinamideThis page covers some of the most popular Abib products; for the whole Abib range, with a fit score for every product, use the Lovi app.
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People Say
★4.6Overall rating based on 8.8k+ reviewsReviewers most often praise Abib for excellent hydration, soothing sensitive skin, and cooling effects. The most common complaints are temporary or slow results and a sticky or heavy texture.
Highlights
Deep hydration Mostly Mentioned
- “Skin felt intensely hydrated, plumped, and smoother — Collagen Eye Patch”
- “woke up with soft, hydrated skin — Rice Probiotics Overnight Mask”
- “tackles deep dryness — Jericho Rose Bifida Serum”
Gentle, non-stripping cleansers Mostly Mentioned
- “cleanses deeply without being stripping — Deep Clean Foam Cleanser”
- “calms redness immediately — Acne Foam Cleanser Heartleaf”
- “zero irritation — Deep Clean Foam Cleanser”
Rich lather cleansers Mostly Mentioned
- “rich and dense moisturizing bubbles — Deep Clean Foam Cleanser”
- “perfect for oily skin — Deep Clean Foam Cleanser”
- “helped clear breakouts — Acne Foam Cleanser Heartleaf”
Brightening serums Often Mentioned
- “Skin looks noticeably brighter — Glutathiosome dark spot pad”
- “skin appears clearer and radiant — Some Dark Spot Serum”
Gentle on sensitive skin Sometimes Noted
- “No irritation... well suited for sensitive skin — Collagen Eye Patch”
- “safe for my sensitive skin — Collagen Gel Mask”
- “No irritation — Glutathiosome dark spot pad”
Sticky or tacky finish Sometimes Noted
- “hair sticks to my face — Rice Probiotics Overnight Mask”
- “sits on top of my skin — Rice Probiotics Overnight Mask”
- “Feels somewhat sticky — Glutathiosome dark spot pad”
Temporary or slow results Sometimes Noted
- “Haven't seen a dramatic change — Collagen Eye Patch”
- “Brightening was underwhelming — Glutathiosome dark spot pad”
- “didn't really see progress on spots — Some Dark Spot Serum”
Application slippage or texture issues Sometimes Noted
- “slides down my face — Collagen Gel Mask”
- “Slide down for the first 5 minutes — Collagen Eye Patch”
- “Essence drips down — Glutathiosome dark spot pad”
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Questions and answers
Is Abib good for oily skin?
Yes, Abib is good for oily skin, and Lovi rates the Abib-focused routine Superior for oily skin. The Abib products on this page list no fragrance, and reviewers mostly mention that the cleansers provide a rich lather.
Is Abib worth it?
Abib is worth it for shoppers seeking gentle care, as Lovi rates the brand's routines Superior for dry and oily skin, and High for sensitive and combination skin. Reviewers frequently mention deep hydration and gentle, non-stripping cleansers, and every Abib product on this page lists no fragrance in its ingredients.
What are Abib's best products?
Abib features several standout options, including the Collagen Gel Mask and Jericho Rose Bifida Serum which rate Superior for dry skin. Additionally, the Rice Probiotics Overnight Mask and Deep Clean Foam Cleanser rate High across multiple skin types.
Which Abib cleanser is best for oily skin?
Lovi rates the Deep Clean Foam Cleanser High for oily skin, making it the best option, and also rates the Acne Foam Cleanser Heartleaf High.
Does Abib cause breakouts?
Abib is unlikely to cause breakouts, and Lovi rates acne-prone skin Superior for the Abib-focused routine. The Abib products on this page list no fragrance in their ingredients, helping to keep the skin calm.
Is Abib fragrance-free?
Yes, the Abib products on this page list no fragrance in their ingredients. Reviewers also note that the brand's cleansers and other items are generally gentle on sensitive skin.
What are the key ingredients in Abib products?
The key ingredients across the Abib products on this page are hyaluronic acid and niacinamide. Hyaluronic acid helps improve skin hydration, while niacinamide may help reduce dark spots and even out skin tone.
Dermatologic Therapy, 2022The British Journal of Dermatology, 2002
How do I build a Abib skincare routine?
To build an Abib skincare routine for dry skin, start your morning with the Acne Foam Cleanser Heartleaf followed by the Supple Preparation Unscented Toner, Advanced Ceramide Lift and Firm Night Cream, and Daily Soft Touch Sunscreen. In the evening, use the Ultra Hyalon Cleansing Cream, Acne Foam Cleanser Heartleaf, 1025 Dokdo Cleansing Water, Heartleaf Spot Pad, and the night cream. Once a week, add the Rice Probiotics Overnight Mask to your evening routine for extra nourishment.
Where can I buy Abib, and how much does it cost?
Abib can be bought in stores in the Netherlands. The prices for the Abib products on this page range from €14.99 to €35.00, with most falling between €14.99 and €30.50.
What are good alternatives to Abib?
Good alternatives to Abib include SKIN1004, Anua, Medicube, Beauty of Joseon, COSRX, and Dr. Althea, which also have brand pages on Lovi. For dry skin, SKIN1004 offers a routine with a Superior fit that matches Abib.
Abib vs SKIN1004: which is better?
Lovi rates the Abib-focused routine Superior for dry and oily skin, and High for sensitive and combination skin, matching SKIN1004 for dry skin while outperforming it for oily skin. Reviewers often mention deep hydration and gentle cleansers across the Abib products on this page.
Who owns Abib, and where is it from?
Abib is a Korean brand founded in 2016, owned by Fourcompany Co., Ltd..
Is Abib cruelty-free?
PETA, Leaping Bunny, and Cruelty Free International, the registries Lovi checks, do not list Abib as cruelty-free.
Is Abib good for dry skin?
Yes, Abib is good for dry skin, and Lovi rates the Abib-focused routine Superior for dry skin. Reviewers mostly mention deep hydration across the products.
Is Abib good for sensitive skin?
Yes, Abib is a good choice for sensitive skin as the Abib products on this page list no fragrance in their ingredients. Lovi rates the Abib-focused routine High for sensitive skin.
Is Abib good for acne-prone skin?
Abib is good for acne-prone skin, as Lovi rates the Abib-focused routine Superior for this skin type. Reviewers often mention its gentle cleansers, and the Abib products on this page list no fragrance in their ingredients.
Is Abib good for skin with dark spots?
Yes, Abib is good for skin with dark spots, featuring brightening serums and spot pads that contain niacinamide to help reduce unwanted pigmentation. Lovi rates the Heartleaf Spot Pad and Jericho Rose Bifida Serum as High for skin with dark spots.
Is Abib good for mature skin?
Yes, Abib is a good choice for mature skin, as Lovi rates products like the Collagen Eye Patch and Jericho Rose Bifida Serum as High for this skin type. Reviewers frequently mention that the brand's brightening serums help improve skin quality, and key ingredients like Niacinamide help control skin aging.
Research behind Abib's key ingredients
Effects of glyceryl glucoside on AQP3 expression, barrier function and hydration of human skin
Reduction in the appearance of facial hyperpigmentation by topical N-acetyl glucosamine
Topical glutathione amino acid precursors protect skin against environmental and oxidative stress
Nanostructured Lipid Carrier for Topical Application of N-Acetyl Glucosamine
Supramolecular collagen nanoparticles for anti-wrinkle, skin whitening, and moisturizing effects
Functional properties and skin care effects of sodium trehalose sulfate
Behind these ratings
Lovi rates every product from its 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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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
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Aesthetic medicine practitioner, MSc in Longevity and Anti-Aging Medicine
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Specialist dermatologist, MBBS, MD, IFAAD
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Dermatology MD
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Elina Nazarenko, MD
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Victoria Derkova, MS
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Cosmetic chemist, cosmetic development technologist
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