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Hada Labo vs DHC

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

Hada Labo and DHC are renowned Japanese skincare lines offering nourishing formulas and effective makeup removers. The former features hydrating toners and moisturizers powered by advanced ingredients that suit dry and acne-prone skin best. Meanwhile, the latter provides reliable daily care suited for dry, normal, combination, and oily skin. While both deliver essential hydration, they differ in their foundational science and specific product options.

Hada Labo is a Japanese skincare brand founded in 2004 and owned by Rohto Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd..

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DHC is a Japanese skincare brand founded in 1980 and owned by ORIX Corporation since 2023.

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

Popular Hada Labo vs DHC products

Questions and answers

Hada Labo or DHC: which is better?

Hada Labo is a better choice for dry and acne-prone skin because the products on this page achieve Superior fit levels for those skin types. Hyaluronic acid helps provide deep hydration, which supports skin quality.

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What is the difference between Hada Labo and DHC?

Hada Labo offers a wide selection of toners, a cleansing oil, and a moisturizer centered around hyaluronic acid, whereas DHC features cleansing oils on this page. Lovi rates Hada Labo as having a Superior fit for dry skin, while DHC's Pore Cleansing Oil earns a Superior fit for sensitive skin.

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Which is more affordable, Hada Labo or DHC?

This public Lovi page does not provide pricing or affordability information for either Hada Labo or DHC.

Which causes fewer breakouts, Hada Labo or DHC?

Based on the products on this page, neither brand is explicitly noted to cause fewer breakouts, though Hada Labo lists breakouts and clogged pores among its negative reviewer feedback. Both brands feature fragrance-free formulations, but Hada Labo's products contain hyaluronic acid, which helps with skin hydration.

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When was Hada Labo founded compared to DHC, and who owns each brand?

Hada Labo was founded in 2004 and is owned by Rohto Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd., whereas DHC was founded earlier in 1980 and has been owned by ORIX Corporation since 2023.

How do Hada Labo and DHC compare regarding the inclusion of fragrance in their products?

Both Hada Labo and DHC are fragrance-free, as every product on this page lists no fragrance in its ingredients.

Which Hada Labo product has a Superior fit for dry skin, and do DHC cleansing oils also achieve a Superior fit for dry skin?

Hada Labo features several products with a Superior fit for dry skin, including Gokujyun Lotion, Gokujun Premium, and Gokujyun Cleansing Oil, whereas DHC cleansing oils achieve a High fit for dry skin.

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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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