Biore vs Theramid
Biore and Theramid are two distinct skincare lines, with the Japanese heritage brand focusing on gentle sunscreens, cleansers, masks, and makeup removers, while the Spanish innovator is known for advanced moisturizers and targeted serums. The first suits sensitive skin and skin with dark spots best, whereas the second accommodates balanced, dry, combination, oily, and sensitive skin types. They differ primarily in their formulation approach, as the former relies on effective formulas for daily consistency, while the latter utilizes meticulously engineered compositions for specialized treatments.
Biore is a Japanese skincare brand founded in 1980 and owned by Kao Corporation.
Theramid is a Spanish skincare brand founded in 2022 and owned by Cosnova Group since 2026.
This page compares some of the most popular Biore and Theramid products; for every product of both brands, with a fit score for your own skin, use the Lovi app.
Popular Biore vs Theramid products
People Say
Texture and Absorption Often MentionedMostly Mentioned
- “the texture is a sophisticated, lightweight gel that absorbs almost instantly without leaving a sticky residue — Theramid Copper Peptide”
- “Absorbs quickly — Theramid DERMA-PEPTIDES”
- “Nice lightweight emulsion — Theramid Ceramide Treatment”
- “melts into skin — Biore UV Aqua Rich”
Cleansing and Debris Removal Mostly MentionedNot 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”
Anti-Aging and Firmness Not notedMostly Mentioned
- “Fine lines are less visible — Theramid DERMA-PEPTIDES”
- “my skin feels incredibly fed and plump — Theramid Copper Peptide”
Ease of Use Mostly MentionedNot noted
- “Minimal effort required — Biore Deep Cleansing Pore Strips”
- “Love the tingle — Biore Deep Pore Charcoal Cleanser”
- “Works in shower, effective on wet hands/face. — Biore Makeup Remover Perfect Oil”
Gentle Formulation Not notedOften Mentioned
- “Suitable for sensitive skin — Theramid DERMA-PEPTIDES”
- “incredibly gentle... I experienced zero redness or irritation — Theramid Copper Peptide”
Finish and Appearance Often MentionedSometimes Noted
- “transparent finish — Biore UV Aqua Rich”
- “primer-like — Biore UV Aqua Rich”
- “feels like a moisturizer — Biore UV Aqua Rich”
- “instantly gives the skin a radiant glow and freshness — Theramid Copper Peptide”
Skin Irritation and Sensitivity Mostly MentionedNot noted
- “stings eyes — Biore UV Aqua Rich”
Scents and Fragrance Often MentionedRarely Noted
- “Didn't like the scent — Theramid Ceramide Treatment”
- “smells like alcohol — Biore UV Aqua Rich”
Drying and Stripping Effects Often MentionedNot noted
- “Made my skin peel — Biore Deep Pore Charcoal Cleanser”
Questions and answers
Biore or Theramid: which is better?
Theramid is a better fit for mature, sensitive, and dry skin, offering superior and high hydration levels with its restorative moisturizers, whereas Biore products on this page have lower fit levels for those skin types.
What is the difference between Biore and Theramid?
Theramid is a Spanish brand offering restorative anti-aging serums and moisturizers with high Lovi fit levels for dry and mature skin, while Biore is a Japanese brand focused on everyday cleansers, masks, makeup removers, and sunscreens that fit sensitive skin and skin with dark spots best. Reviewers highlight that Theramid does better with gentle formulation and anti-aging, whereas Biore excels in cleansing and finish.
Which is more affordable, Biore or Theramid?
The provided page facts do not mention pricing or affordability for either Biore or Theramid.
Which causes fewer breakouts, Biore or Theramid?
Theramid Ceramide Treatment and Copper Peptide are rated High for acne-prone skin on Lovi, while Biore products on this page generally rate Average.
Between Biore and Theramid, which brand offers better options for dry sensitive skin based on product fit levels?
Theramid offers better options for dry sensitive skin, as its Ceramide Treatment achieves a Superior Lovi fit level for this skin type. In contrast, products on this page from Biore reach only Low or Caution fit levels for dry sensitive skin.
How do the founding years and countries of origin compare between Biore and Theramid?
Biore was founded in 1980 in Japan, whereas Theramid was founded much later in 2022 in Spain. Both brands are currently owned by larger parent companies, with Biore under Kao Corporation and Theramid owned by Cosnova Group.
Which brand performs better in terms of gentle formulation according to reviewer themes?
Theramid performs better in terms of gentle formulation according to the reviewer themes 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.
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Dr. Sofía Perea Pérez, MD, MSc
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Elina Nazarenko, MD
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Victoria Derkova, MS
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