iUNIK skincare
iUNIK is a Korean skincare brand founded in 2016 and owned by Goodai Global Inc. since 2024.
goodai-global.comkoreaherald.comimage.goodai-global.compreqin.com
Skincare enthusiasts love iUNIK for its minimalist approach, offering gentle moisturizers, targeted serums, reliable sunscreens, and soothing makeup removers driven by thoughtful formulas. Its products suit acne-prone skin and dry skin best, thanks to formulations that balance hydration and clarity without irritation. For targeted concerns, the Centella Calming Gel Cream stands out for acne-prone skin, the Beta-Glucan Daily Moisture Cream addresses skin with dark spots, and the Calendula Complete Cleansing Oil caters to mature skin. Across every category, the brand delivers reliable daily care designed to maintain equilibrium.
This page covers some of the most popular iUNIK products; for the whole iUNIK range, with a fit score for every product, use the Lovi app.
People Say
★4.6Overall rating based on 14.6k+ reviewsReviewers most often praise iUNIK for lightweight texture, effective hydration, and soothing sensitive skin. The most common complaints are insufficient hydration for dry skin and stickiness or shine.
Highlights
Non-sticky and fast-absorbing moisturizers Mostly Mentioned
- “Texture is literally gel without any color... lightweight — Centella Calming Gel Cream”
- “Sinks in the skin quite well — Beta-Glucan Daily Moisture Cream”
- “Skin drinks it right up — Centella Calming Gel Cream”
Soothing and calming moisturizers Mostly Mentioned
- “Calms redness instantly — Beta-Glucan Power Moisture Serum”
- “Zaps inflammation dramatically — Centella Calming Gel Cream”
- “Great for post-breakout healing — Beta-Glucan Daily Moisture Cream”
Intense hydration Often Mentioned
- “Deep lasting hydration — Beta-Glucan Power Moisture Serum”
- “Leaves my face soft and plump — Beta-Glucan Daily Moisture Cream”
Good under makeup Sometimes Noted
- “Makeup stays on with no dry patches — Beta-Glucan Daily Moisture Cream”
- “acts as primer — Centella Calming Daily Sunscreen”
Not moisturizing enough Often Mentioned
- “Leaves my skin dry afterwards — Centella Calming Gel Cream”
- “Skin feels dry again after 10 minutes — Beta-Glucan Daily Moisture Cream”
- “Too light for dry skin — Tea Tree Relief Serum”
Caused breakouts Sometimes Noted
- “Broke me out — Beta-Glucan Power Moisture Serum”
- “It irritated [my acne] which is weird — Centella Calming Gel Cream”
- “Caused breakouts without hydration — Beta-Glucan Daily Moisture Cream”
Scent and essential oils Sometimes Noted
- “peculiar smell — Calendula Complete Cleansing Oil”
- “Fragrance is a little strong — Centella Calming Gel Cream”
- “smells like grass — Centella Calming Daily Sunscreen”
Sources: lovi.care, iherb.com, yesstyle.com, stylekorean.com, soco.id, kbeautynotes.com, and more
Questions and answers
Is iUNIK good for oily skin?
Yes, iUNIK is good for oily skin. Lovi rates the brand-focused routine High for oily skin.
Is iUNIK worth it?
iUNIK is worth considering for dry skin, acne-prone skin, and skin with dark spots, where Lovi rates its focused routines as High to Superior. Reviewers often mention that the moisturizers provide intense hydration while absorbing quickly without feeling sticky.
What are iUNIK's best products?
Which iUNIK moisturizer is best for dry skin?
The Centella Calming Gel Cream is the best iUNIK moisturizer for dry skin, rating Superior. The Beta-Glucan Daily Moisture Cream and Beta-Glucan Power Moisture Serum are also good options for dry skin, rating High.
Does iUNIK cause breakouts?
iUNIK products are unlikely to cause breakouts for most people, though reviewers sometimes note that a product may trigger them. Lovi rates the acne-prone skin fit High for most of the iUNIK moisturisers and serums on this page.
Is iUNIK fragrance-free?
Yes, the iUNIK products on this page list no fragrance in their ingredients. Reviewers occasionally note that certain items contain scent and essential oils, but every product shown here is free of added fragrance.
What are the key ingredients in iUNIK products?
iUNIK products feature key ingredients like Centella asiatica, tea tree extract, and beta-glucan to help calm and hydrate the skin. Studies show that Centella asiatica helps with soothing and wound healing.
Indian Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences, 2016Pharmaceutics, 2024
How do I build a iUNIK skincare routine?
To build an iUNIK routine for dry skin, start your morning with a gentle cleanser, a hydrating toner, the Centella Calming Gel Cream, and the Centella Calming Daily Sunscreen. In the evening, use the Calendula Complete Cleansing Oil as a pre-cleanser followed by a cleanser, a cleansing toner, the Tea Tree Relief Serum, and the Centella Calming Gel Cream. Once a week, include a nourishing mask in your evening steps before applying your serum and moisturizer. Lovi rates this iUNIK-focused routine High for dry skin.
Where can I buy iUNIK, and how much does it cost?
iUNIK is available through stores in the Netherlands. Prices on the page range from €11.90 to €28.00, with most products costing between €14.00 and €22.90.
What are good alternatives to iUNIK?
Good alternatives to iUNIK with skin pages on Lovi include SKIN1004, Anua, Medicube, Beauty of Joseon, COSRX, and Dr. Althea. SKIN1004 may be particularly appealing for dry and sensitive skin, as Lovi rates its routines as Superior for those skin types.
iUNIK vs SKIN1004: which is better?
Lovi rates SKIN1004 slightly ahead for dry and sensitive skin, while iUNIK rates superior for acne-prone skin. Both brands offer high fits for oily and combination skin types.
Who owns iUNIK, and where is it from?
iUNIK is a Korean brand founded in 2016, owned by Goodai Global Inc. since 2024.
goodai-global.comkoreaherald.comimage.goodai-global.compreqin.com
Is iUNIK cruelty-free?
PETA, Leaping Bunny, and Cruelty Free International, the registries Lovi checks, do not list iUNIK as cruelty-free.
Is iUNIK good for dry skin?
Yes, iUNIK is good for dry skin because Lovi rates the brand-focused routine High for dry skin. Reviewers often mention its intense hydration, and every iUNIK product on this page lists no fragrance in its ingredients.
Which iUNIK sunscreen is best for sensitive skin?
Lovi rates Centella Calming Daily Sunscreen Average for sensitive skin, as it is the only sunscreen on this page.
Is iUNIK good for sensitive skin?
Yes, iUNIK is good for sensitive skin, and Lovi rates the brand-focused routine High for sensitive skin. The iUNIK products on this page list no fragrance in their ingredients.
Is iUNIK good for acne-prone skin?
Yes, iUNIK is good for acne-prone skin, as Lovi rates the brand-focused routine Superior for this skin type. Reviewers mostly mention that the moisturizers are fast-absorbing and soothing, though some shoppers note occasional breakouts.
Is iUNIK good for skin with dark spots?
Yes, iUNIK fits skin with dark spots well, with Lovi rating the Centella Calming Gel Cream, Beta-Glucan Daily Moisture Cream, Tea Tree Relief Serum, and Calendula Complete Cleansing Oil High for this skin type. Niacinamide may help reduce dark spots by suppressing melanosome transfer, and the iUNIK products on this page list no fragrance.
Is iUNIK good for mature skin?
Yes, iUNIK is good for mature skin, with Lovi rating the Centella Calming Gel Cream, Beta-Glucan Daily Moisture Cream, Calendula Complete Cleansing Oil, and Beta-Glucan Power Moisture Serum High for this skin type. Reviewers frequently mention that these moisturizers help provide intense hydration and absorb quickly without a sticky feel. However, some users note that they may not feel moisturizing enough.
Research behind iUNIK's key ingredients
The effect of niacinamide on reducing cutaneous pigmentation and suppression of melanosome transfer
Bifidobacterium longum lysate, a new ingredient for reactive skin
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.
-
Co-founder, Medical Director
Cosmetic chemist, cosmetologist, aesthetic products developer
-
Co-founder, CEO and CTO
PhD in computer science, 3x US patent holder, ex-Google, ex-Yandex
-
Dr. Sofía Perea Pérez, MD, MSc
Medical Board
Aesthetic medicine practitioner, MSc in Longevity and Anti-Aging Medicine
-
Medical Board
Specialist dermatologist, MBBS, MD, IFAAD
-
Medical Board
Cosmetic chemist, SCS, IFSCC member
-
Medical Board, Medical Advisor
Dermatology MD
-
Elina Nazarenko, MD
Medical Board
Dermatology and diagnostic consultant
-
Victoria Derkova, MS
Medical Board
Cosmetic chemist, cosmetic development technologist
How does it fit your skin?
Scan your face, then any product: Lovi shows how well it fits you and what fits even better.
