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Medicube vs Augustinus Bader

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

Medicube and Augustinus Bader are two distinct skincare lines, with the former being a Korean brand founded in 2016 and owned by APR Corp. and the latter a German brand founded in 2018. Medicube features moisturizers, serums, toners, and masks with niacinamide, collagen, and hyaluronic acid that suit oily and oily acne-prone skin best, while Augustinus Bader offers nourishing moisturizers, targeted serums, and soothing eye products with sophisticated formulas that suit dry and dry sensitive skin best. The brands ultimately differ in their key ingredients and target skin types, offering tailored solutions for concerns ranging from acne-prone to mature skin.

Medicube is a Korean skincare brand founded in 2016 and owned by APR Corp..

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Augustinus Bader is a German skincare brand founded in 2018.

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

Popular Medicube vs Augustinus Bader products

People Say

MedicubeAugustinus Bader
  • Hydration and Moisture Mostly MentionedMostly Mentioned
    • “skin feels bouncier and hydrated — Medicube PDRN Pink Peptide Serum”
    • “glass skin — Medicube PDRN Pink Collagen Gel Mask”
    • “Instantly hydrated — Augustinus Bader The Face Oil”
    • “Extremely dry skin saved — Augustinus Bader The Rich Cream”
  • Lightweight and Fast Absorbing Not notedMostly Mentioned
    • “light but nourishing — Augustinus Bader The Cream”
    • “sinks in instantly — Augustinus Bader The Serum”
    • “light gel texture — Augustinus Bader The Eye Cream”
  • Texture and Smoothness Often MentionedMostly Mentioned
    • “Softens fine lines — Augustinus Bader The Rich Cream”
    • “skin is smoother — Augustinus Bader The Cream”
    • “skin felt noticeably firmer — Augustinus Bader The Serum”
    • “gives my skin a smooth, glass-like finish — Medicube Zero Pore Pad”
  • Glow and Radiance Often MentionedSometimes Noted
    • “gave me instant glass skin — Medicube Collagen Jelly Cream”
    • “woke up with glowing skin — Medicube Collagen Night Wrapping Mask”
    • “Dark spots go away faster — Medicube Deep Vita C Pad”
    • “Instant youthful glow — Augustinus Bader The Rich Cream”
  • Packaging Convenience Rarely NotedSometimes Noted
    • “Luxurious heavy bottle — Augustinus Bader The Rich Cream”
    • “epitome of luxury — Augustinus Bader The Serum”
    • “tweezers included are hygienic — Medicube Zero Pore Pad”
  • Pores and Cooling Often MentionedNot noted
    • “feels amazing and cooling — Medicube Zero Pore Blackhead Mud Mask”
    • “noticed a real difference in pore visibility — Medicube Zero Pore Pad”
    • “refreshing sensation — Medicube PDRN Pink Collagen Gel Mask”
  • High Price and Cost Sometimes NotedMostly Mentioned
    • “tube is tiny for the price — Medicube Collagen Night Wrapping Mask”
    • “price is steep — Medicube PDRN Pink Collagen Gel Mask”
    • “price is a bit steep — Medicube Red Succinic Acid Peeling Pad”
  • Strong Scent or Unpleasant Fragrance Often MentionedSometimes Noted
    • “Smells like old crayons — Augustinus Bader The Rich Cream”
    • “Smells like vegetable oil — Augustinus Bader The Face Oil”
    • “slightly fishy smell — Medicube PDRN Pink Peptide Serum”
  • Packaging and Dispensing Issues Rarely NotedOften Mentioned
    • “Package is super leaky — Medicube Deep Vita C Pad”
    • “pads come apart — Medicube Red Succinic Acid Peeling Pad”
    • “Residue would harden around the pump — Medicube Red Foam Cleanser”
    • “excessive packaging — Augustinus Bader The Serum”
  • Breakouts and Acne Sometimes NotedSometimes Noted
    • “caused redness and sensitivity — Medicube Zero Pore Pad”
    • “woke up with whiteheads — Medicube Collagen Night Wrapping Mask”
    • “Caused cystic acne — Augustinus Bader The Rich Cream”
    • “bumps on forehead — Augustinus Bader The Cream”

Medicube vs Augustinus Bader routines for dry skin

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Medicube vs Augustinus Bader routines for oily skin

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Medicube vs Augustinus Bader routines for combination skin

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Questions and answers

Medicube or Augustinus Bader: which is better?

Both brands perform well, but Augustinus Bader is often noted for being lightweight and improving texture, while Medicube stands out for glow and pores. For routine fit, Augustinus Bader is rated Superior across all skin types, whereas Medicube has a High fit for dry, sensitive, and mature skin.

What is the difference between Medicube and Augustinus Bader?

Medicube is a South Korean brand founded in 2016 that focuses heavily on pore care, hydration, and soothing ingredients like niacinamide and collagen, while Augustinus Bader is an independent German brand founded in 2018 centered around its proprietary TFC8 complex for deep anti-aging and skin renewal. Lovi rates Augustinus Bader as Superior for dry, oily, and mature skin routines on this page, whereas Medicube achieves a High fit across those same routines.

Medicube or Augustinus Bader for dry skin?

Augustinus Bader is better for dry skin, as Lovi rates its routine as Superior while Medicube is High. Augustinus Bader features deeply hydrating moisturizers like The Rich Cream, whereas Medicube relies on products such as the Collagen Jelly Cream and AGE-R Booster Gel to help manage dryness.

Medicube or Augustinus Bader: which moisturizer is better?

When comparing moisturizers, Augustinus Bader offers luxurious, lightweight formulas that help improve texture and deep hydration, while Medicube delivers popular deep hydration moisturizers known for a radiant glow and cooling jelly textures. The products on this page show that Augustinus Bader achieves Superior routine fit for dry skin, whereas Medicube achieves High fit for dry skin.

Dermatologic Therapy, 2022Dermatology Practical & Conceptual, 2022

Which is more affordable, Medicube or Augustinus Bader?

Medicube is generally more affordable than Augustinus Bader, though review themes note that high price and cost are drawbacks specifically associated with Medicube.

Which brand has more fragrance-free products, Medicube or Augustinus Bader?

Augustinus Bader has more fragrance-free products on this page, as every single one of its products lists no fragrance in its ingredients, whereas Medicube has 23 out of 25 products with no fragrance. Niacinamide may help with skin aging and pigmentation.

Antioxidants, 2021

Medicube or Augustinus Bader for oily skin?

Medicube fits oily skin with a High routine rating, featuring products like the Zero Foam Cleanser and Zero Pore Pad that target excess oil and blemishes. Augustinus Bader also achieves a Superior routine fit for oily skin, though some moisturizers like The Rich Cream and The Face Oil may be less ideal for oilier skin types.

Medicube or Augustinus Bader for sensitive skin?

Both brands are suitable for sensitive skin, with Lovi fit levels rated as High for the products on this page. Augustinus Bader tends to be better for lightweight moisturization and texture, while Medicube is often noted for soothing properties and a cooling jelly sensation.

Medicube or Augustinus Bader for acne-prone skin?

Both brands are a strong choice for acne-prone skin, with Lovi rating Medicube as High and Augustinus Bader as Superior for this skin type. Reviewers note that both brands share a similar likelihood of causing breakouts, but Medicube focuses on ingredients like salicylic acid and niacinamide while Augustinus Bader centers on its proprietary TFC8 complex.

The British Journal of Dermatology, 2002Antioxidants, 2021

Medicube or Augustinus Bader for mature skin?

For mature skin, Lovi finds that Medicube has High routine fit while Augustinus Bader has Superior routine fit. Medicube relies on ingredients like collagen and retinol to help target aging, whereas Augustinus Bader utilizes its proprietary TFC8 complex.

The Journal of Investigative Dermatology, 2000Archives of Dermatology, 2007

Medicube or Augustinus Bader for skin with dark spots?

Augustinus Bader is superior for skin with dark spots, as the products on this page achieve a Superior fit for mature and dry skin while tackling hyperpigmentation effectively. Medicube also offers helpful options like the Zero Pore Pad, which has a High fit level for skin with dark spots.

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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