Hada Labo skincare
Hada Labo is a Japanese skincare brand founded in 2004 and owned by Rohto Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd..
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Hada Labo is deeply loved for its hydrating toners, gentle makeup removers, and nourishing moisturizers, all driven by the advanced science of its formulas. Its products suit dry skin and acne-prone skin best, as these expertly crafted solutions restore moisture and soothe irritation without clogging pores. For targeted concerns, the brand offers standout options including the Gokujyun Lotion for acne-prone skin, the Shirojyun Premium Whitening Lotion for skin with dark spots, and the Gokujun Premium for mature skin. Through thoughtful formulation, its ingredients work harmoniously to deliver essential hydration and support a healthy skin barrier.
Hyaluronic acidThis page covers some of the most popular Hada Labo products; for the whole Hada Labo range, with a fit score for every product, use the Lovi app.
People Say
★4.7Overall rating based on 6.8k+ reviewsReviewers most often praise Hada Labo for providing deep hydration, brightening the complexion, and offering gentle makeup removal. The most common complaints are a sticky texture and causing breakouts.
Highlights
Deep hydration and moisturization Mostly Mentioned
- “skin drinks it up — Gokujyun Lotion”
- “Plumps fine lines — Gokujun Premium”
- “leaves skin soft, smooth, and hydrated — Shirojyun Premium Whitening Lotion”
Gentle and fragrance-free formulations Often Mentioned
- “never stings my sensitive skin — Gokujyun Lotion”
- “No fragrance/alcohol — Gokujun Premium”
- “no irritation, no breakouts — Shirojyun Premium Whitening Lotion”
Value and versatility Often Mentioned
- “bottle lasts forever — Gokujyun Lotion”
- “mixes well with oils — Gokujyun Lotion”
- “Lasts forever — Gokujun Premium”
Lightweight and fast-absorbing toners Often Mentioned
- “absorbs super quickly — Premium Whitening Lotion (Light)”
- “watery and lightweight — Shirojyun Premium Whitening Lotion”
Brightening and dark spot reduction Often Mentioned
- “faded considerably — Shirojyun Premium Whitening Lotion”
- “faded my PIH considerably — Premium Whitening Lotion (Light)”
Sticky and tacky finishes Often Mentioned
- “Tacky residue — Gokujun Premium”
- “Texture Sticky, sticky, sticky! If you have sensory issues, beware. — Gokujyun Perfect Gel”
- “feels gloopy at first — Gokujyun Lotion”
Application and environmental issues Often Mentioned
- “Greasy in humidity — Gokujun Premium”
- “There is sometimes a film/layer on my skin in the morning. — Gokujyun Perfect Gel”
- “not enough for dry patches — Premium Whitening Lotion (Light)”
Breakouts and clogged pores Often Mentioned
- “gave me tiny bumps — Gokujyun Lotion”
- “Closed comedones — Gokujun Premium”
- “gave me closed comedones — Shirojyun Premium Whitening Lotion”
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Questions and answers
Is Hada Labo good for oily skin?
Yes, Hada Labo is well-suited for oily skin, as Lovi rates the brand-focused routine Superior for this skin type. Reviewers frequently mention that the toners are lightweight and fast-absorbing, and the Hada Labo products on this page list no fragrance in their ingredients.
Dermatologic Therapy, 2022Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology, 2017
Is Hada Labo worth it?
Yes, Hada Labo is worth it because Lovi rates the Hada Labo-focused routines Superior for dry skin, oily skin, sensitive skin, combination skin, and acne-prone skin. The Hada Labo products on this page list no fragrance in their ingredients, and topical hyaluronic acid helps improve skin quality and signs of aging.
What are Hada Labo's best products?
Hada Labo works best for dry skin, acne-prone skin, and oily acne-prone skin. Lovi rates Gokujyun Lotion and Gokujun Premium as Superior for dry skin, and the Hada Labo products on this page list no fragrance in their ingredients.
Which Hada Labo moisturizer is best for dry skin?
Gokujyun Perfect Gel is the best Hada Labo moisturizer on this page for dry skin, as Lovi rates it High for dry skin. Reviewers often mention that the Hada Labo products on this page provide deep hydration and moisturization.
Dermatologic Therapy, 2022Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology, 2017
Does Hada Labo cause breakouts?
Hada Labo is unlikely to cause breakouts, as the Hada Labo products on this page are fragrance-free and reviewers often mention that the formulations are gentle. However, reviewers also note that some products may occasionally lead to breakouts and clogged pores.
Is Hada Labo fragrance-free?
Yes, the Hada Labo products on this page list no fragrance in their ingredients.
What are the key ingredients in Hada Labo products?
The key ingredient in Hada Labo products is hyaluronic acid. Topical hyaluronic acid helps improve skin quality and signs of skin aging.
How do I build a Hada Labo skincare routine?
To build a Hada Labo routine, you start with gentle cleansing, apply lightweight Hada Labo toners containing hyaluronic acid for deep hydration, and finish with a moisturizer and sun protection. Lovi rates Hada Labo-focused routines Superior for dry skin, oily skin, sensitive skin, combination skin, and acne-prone skin.
Dermatologic Therapy, 2022Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology, 2017
Where can I buy Hada Labo, and how much does it cost?
Hada Labo is available at stores in the Netherlands. Prices on the page range from €15.26 to €17.74, with most items falling between €15.26 and €17.74.
What are good alternatives to Hada Labo?
Biore is a good alternative to Hada Labo for dry, oily, sensitive, combination, and acne-prone skin types. Lovi rates the Biore-focused routine High for all of these skin types.
Hada Labo vs Biore: which is better?
Lovi rates Hada Labo Superior for dry skin, oily skin, sensitive skin, combination skin, and acne-prone skin, compared to High for Biore. The Hada Labo products on this page help provide deep hydration with key ingredients like hyaluronic acid.
Who owns Hada Labo, and where is it from?
Hada Labo is a Japanese brand founded in 2004, owned by Rohto Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd..
Is Hada Labo cruelty-free?
PETA, Leaping Bunny, and Cruelty Free International, the registries Lovi checks, do not list Hada Labo as cruelty-free.
Is Hada Labo good for dry skin?
Yes, Hada Labo is well suited for dry skin, and Lovi rates the brand-focused routine Superior for dry skin. The Hada Labo products on this page help provide deep hydration and moisturization with ingredients like hyaluronic acid.
Dermatologic Therapy, 2022Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology, 2017
Is Hada Labo good for acne-prone skin?
Yes, Hada Labo is well suited for acne-prone skin. Lovi rates the brand-focused routine Superior for acne-prone skin, and products like Gokujyun Lotion fit acne-prone skin at a High level.
Is Hada Labo good for skin with dark spots?
Yes, Hada Labo is good for skin with dark spots, as the Hada Labo products on this page help brighten skin and fade dark spots. Lovi rates Shirojyun Premium Whitening Lotion and Gokujun Premium High for skin with dark spots.
Is Hada Labo good for mature skin?
Yes, Hada Labo is good for mature skin, as Lovi rates products like Gokujyun Lotion High for this skin type. Reviewers frequently mention that the brand provides deep hydration and moisturization, which helps keep aging skin soft and smooth.
Research behind Hada Labo's key ingredients
The effect of niacinamide on reducing cutaneous pigmentation and suppression of melanosome transfer
Preparation and characterization of a lecithin nanoemulsion as a topical delivery system
The anti-wrinkles properties of sodium acetylated hyaluronate
Moisturizing Effects of Diglycerol Combined with Glycerol on Human Stratum Corneum
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 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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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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Specialist dermatologist, MBBS, MD, IFAAD
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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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