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Biore vs Skintific

Rated by Lovi · Unbiased, science-based skincare AI trained on real user outcomes · How the Fit score works

Biore and Skintific are accessible skincare brands that offer distinct daily care. The Japanese pioneer is globally loved for its sunscreens, cleansers, masks, and makeup removers featuring effective formulas, while the second is known for targeted moisturizers, potent serums, and protective sunscreens. The first suits sensitive skin and skin with dark spots best, whereas the second suits dry skin and dry sensitive skin best. Both brands differ in their specific offerings, with the first relying on gentle and targeted formulations and the second providing comforting preparations.

Biore is a Japanese skincare brand founded in 1980 and owned by Kao Corporation.

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

Popular Biore vs Skintific products

People Say

BioreSkintific
  • Cleansing efficacy Mostly MentionedSometimes Noted
    • “Gets the gunk out — Biore Deep Cleansing Pore Strips”
    • “Face feels squeaky clean — Biore Deep Pore Charcoal Cleanser”
    • “Removes waterproof mascara, eyeliner, foundation. — Biore Makeup Remover Perfect Oil”
    • “skin feels fresh — Skintific MUGWORT”
  • Lightweight and non-greasy texture Often MentionedMostly Mentioned
    • “absorbs instantly — Skintific 5X Ceramide Barrier Moisture Gel”
    • “super light and leaves a radiant glow — Skintific All Day Light Sunscreen Mist”
    • “light as air — Skintific MATE FIT”
    • “melts into skin — Biore UV Aqua Rich”
  • Ease of use Sometimes NotedOften Mentioned
    • “mess-free application — Skintific MUGWORT”
    • “great for traveling — Skintific All Day Light Sunscreen Mist”
    • “Desain botol cakep — Skintific AHA BHA PHA LHA Peeling Solution”
    • “Minimal effort required — Biore Deep Cleansing Pore Strips”
  • No white cast Often MentionedOften Mentioned
    • “transparent finish — Biore UV Aqua Rich”
    • “invisible, no white cast — Skintific All Day Light Sunscreen Mist”
    • “no white cast — Skintific MATE FIT”
  • Oil control Sometimes NotedOften Mentioned
    • “controls shine for 8 hours — Skintific MATE FIT”
    • “oil control is good — Skintific 5X Ceramide Barrier Moisture Gel”
    • “Keeps shine away — Biore Deep Pore Charcoal Cleanser”
  • Makeup base and application Often MentionedSometimes Noted
    • “primer-like — Biore UV Aqua Rich”
    • “Works in shower, effective on wet hands/face. — Biore Makeup Remover Perfect Oil”
    • “maintain your makeup without any mess — Skintific All Day Light Sunscreen Mist”
  • Drying and stripping effects Often MentionedOften Mentioned
    • “Made my skin peel — Biore Deep Pore Charcoal Cleanser”
    • “Can feel drying, skin feels tight after use. — Biore Makeup Remover Perfect Oil”
    • “kurang lembab — Skintific 5X Ceramide Barrier Moisture Gel”
    • “cracks if not hydrated — Skintific MATE FIT”
  • Strong scent or fragrance Often MentionedSometimes Noted
    • “scent is actually quite strong — Skintific All Day Light Sunscreen Mist”
    • “has a light scent — Skintific MATE FIT”
    • “smells like alcohol — Biore UV Aqua Rich”

Biore vs Skintific routines for dry skin

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Biore vs Skintific routines for oily skin

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Biore vs Skintific routines for combination skin

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Questions and answers

Biore or Skintific: which is better?

Both brands offer solid options, but Skintific is rated with a Superior routine fit across all skin types on this page, whereas Biore products on this page list no fragrance.

What is the difference between Biore and Skintific?

Biore and Skintific both offer superior routine fit across skin types on this page, but they differ in reviewer preferences where Biore does better for cleansing efficacy and makeup base, while Skintific excels in lightweight texture, ease of use, and oil control. Every product on this page for both brands lists no fragrance in its ingredients.

Biore or Skintific for dry skin?

For dry skin, Skintific is the better choice because Lovi rates its routine fit as Superior while Biore gets a High. Reviewers also find that Skintific provides better lightweight texture and oil control for the products on this page.

Scientific Reports, 2022International Journal of Dermatology, 2008

Biore or Skintific: which sunscreen is better?

For sunscreens on this page, Skintific All Day Light Sunscreen Mist achieves a High Lovi fit across all skin types, whereas Biore UV Aqua Rich ranges from High for combination skin down to Caution for dry skin. Reviewers note that Skintific provides better oil control and a lighter texture, while every sunscreen on this page lists no fragrance in its ingredients.

Which is more affordable, Biore or Skintific?

The products on this page do not list pricing information, so a direct comparison of affordability between Biore and Skintific is not available.

Which brand performs better in cleansing efficacy, Biore or Skintific?

Biore performs better in cleansing efficacy among the products on this page.

How do the founding years and parent companies of Biore and Skintific compare?

Biore was founded in 1980 in Japan and is owned by the Kao Corporation, whereas Skintific was founded in 2021 with its founding country not listed and is owned by Guangzhou Feimei Network Technology Co., Ltd.

Which brand has better oil control and lightweight texture according to reviewers?

Skintific is rated better by reviewers for both oil control and a lightweight, non-greasy texture among the products on this page.

Biore or Skintific for oily skin?

For oily skin, both Biore and Skintific achieve a Superior routine fit level according to Lovi. Reviewers note that Skintific does better for oil control as well as lightweight and non-greasy texture, while Biore offers better cleansing efficacy.

Biore or Skintific for sensitive skin?

For sensitive skin, both Biore and Skintific achieve a Superior routine fit on Lovi. Every product listed for both brands on this page also contains no fragrance in its ingredients.

Biore or Skintific for acne-prone skin?

For acne-prone skin, both Biore and Skintific achieve a Superior Lovi fit level. Reviewers indicate that Skintific offers better oil control and a more lightweight, non-greasy texture.

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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