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celimax vs SK-II

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

celimax and SK-II are skincare brands that offer thoughtful formulations of moisturizers, serums, toners, and more. The Korean brand, founded in 2019 and owned by ABSORBLAB Co., Ltd., features carefully selected ingredients to suit sensitive and acne-prone skin best. Meanwhile, the Japanese brand, founded in 1980 and owned by The Procter & Gamble Company since 1991, anchors its products in its signature ingredient, pitera, to suit acne-prone and dry skin best. While both cater to acne-prone skin, they differ in their heritage, specific standout options, and key ingredients.

celimax is a Korean skincare brand founded in 2019 and owned by ABSORBLAB Co., Ltd..

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SK-II is a Japanese skincare brand founded in 1980 and owned by The Procter & Gamble Company since 1991.

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

Popular celimax vs SK-II products

People Say

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  • Hydration & Glow Sometimes NotedMostly Mentioned
    • “gives a glass skin look — SK-II Facial Treatment Essence”
    • “leaves me with a red carpet glow — SK-II Facial Treatment Mask”
    • “Skin looks brighter — SK-II Genoptics Spot Essence”
    • “gives a very beautiful glow to your skin — celimax Noni Ampoule”
  • Lightweight Texture Sometimes NotedMostly Mentioned
    • “silky texture that absorbs quickly — SK-II Skinpower Advanced Cream”
    • “Absorbs into the skin quickly. — SK-II Genoptics Ultraura Essence”
    • “Absorbs quickly — SK-II Genoptics Spot Essence”
    • “absorbs incredibly fast — celimax Pore+Dark Spot Brightening Serum”
  • Skin Texture & Smoothing Often MentionedOften Mentioned
    • “skin feels soft as butter — SK-II Facial Treatment Essence”
    • “pores became miraculously invisible — SK-II Facial Treatment Mask”
    • “Smoother skin — SK-II Facial Treatment Clear Lotion”
    • “glass-like smoothness — celimax RETINAL SHOT”
  • Deep Hydration Sometimes NotedOften Mentioned
    • “flooded my skin with moisture — SK-II Facial Treatment Mask”
    • “skin feels deeply hydrated, plump, and smoother — SK-II Skinpower Advanced Cream”
    • “Leaves skin soft, feels moisturized, does not dry out skin. — SK-II Facial Treatment Cleansing Oil”
    • “Skin stays soft throughout the day — celimax Dual Barrier Creamy Toner”
  • Gentle & Non-Irritating Often MentionedRarely Noted
    • “cleans deeply without stripping — celimax Noni Acne Bubble Cleanser”
    • “Doesn't irritate — celimax Dual Barrier Creamy Toner”
    • “zero irritation or sensitivity — celimax Pore+Dark Spot Brightening Serum”
    • “Great for sensitive — SK-II Genoptics Spot Essence”
  • Soothing & Calming Often MentionedNot noted
    • “calms my face redness upon application — celimax Noni Ampoule”
    • “Calms irritation — celimax Dual Barrier Creamy Toner”
    • “No stinging on my hypersensitive skin — celimax Dual Barrier Skin Wearable Cream”
  • Price vs. Value Rarely NotedMostly Mentioned
    • “Expensive for only 150ml — celimax Dual Barrier Creamy Toner”
    • “way too expensive — SK-II Facial Treatment Essence”
  • Lack of Results Rarely NotedOften Mentioned
    • “results take time — celimax Pore+Dark Spot Brightening Serum”
    • “didn't see major changes — celimax Pore+Dark Spot Brightening Pad”
    • “didn't notice a difference — celimax Noni Ampoule”
    • “did absolutely nothing — SK-II Facial Treatment Essence”
  • Unpleasant Scent Rarely NotedOften Mentioned
    • “smell is herbaceous... giving me a headache — celimax Noni Ampoule”
    • “Faint rubber scent — celimax Dual Barrier Creamy Toner”
    • “medicinal smell — celimax Heartleaf BHA Peeling Pad”
    • “smells like dirty feet — SK-II Facial Treatment Essence”

celimax vs SK-II routines for dry skin

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celimax vs SK-II routines for oily skin

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celimax vs SK-II routines for combination skin

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Questions and answers

celimax or SK-II: which is better?

When comparing the products on this page, both celimax and SK-II are good options, with celimax offering gentler, soothing care and SK-II performing better for hydration and texture. For specific skin types, Lovi rates SK-II as Superior for dry skin, while celimax fits sensitive and acne-prone skin well.

What is the difference between celimax and SK-II?

Comparing the products on this page, celimax tends to be gentler and more soothing, while SK-II leans toward hydration, glow, and smoothing skin texture. For specific routines, SK-II achieves a Superior routine fit for dry skin and acne-prone skin, whereas celimax reaches an Average fit for dry skin and dry sensitive skin.

celimax or SK-II for dry skin?

SK-II has a Superior routine fit for dry skin, while celimax has an Average routine fit. Reviewers note that SK-II products on this page provide better hydration and glow.

celimax or SK-II: which moisturizer is better?

When comparing moisturizers, both celimax and SK-II offer strong options, but SK-II tends to provide better hydration and glowing results. For dry skin, SK-II achieves a Superior Lovi fit level, whereas celimax reaches an Average Lovi fit level.

Which is more affordable, celimax or SK-II?

When comparing the products on this page, celimax is more affordable, while price versus value is noted as a drawback for celimax.

Between celimax and SK-II, which brand performs better for dry sensitive skin?

SK-II performs better for dry sensitive skin, offering a High routine fit compared to the Average fit of celimax. The products on this page help provide soothing hydration while minimizing irritation risks.

Which brand has better review themes for hydration and glow?

SK-II has better review themes for hydration and glow among the products on this page. Reviewers report that it excels particularly in providing hydration and glow compared to celimax.

Which skincare brand is owned by The Procter & Gamble Company?

SK-II is owned by The Procter & Gamble Company, whereas celimax is owned by ABSORBLAB Co., Ltd..

celimax or SK-II for oily skin?

For oily skin, both celimax and SK-II achieve a High Lovi fit level on the products on this page. Each brand helps provide balanced care for this skin type.

celimax or SK-II for sensitive skin?

Both celimax and SK-II achieve a High Lovi fit level for sensitive skin on the products on this page. Reviewers note that celimax is particularly good for being gentle, non-irritating, soothing, and calming.

celimax or SK-II for acne-prone skin?

For acne-prone skin, both celimax and SK-II are great choices with High and Superior fit levels on Lovi, respectively. The products on this page help provide effective care without added fragrance.

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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