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SKIN1004 vs Aēsop

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SKIN1004 and Aēsop are two distinct skincare lines offering targeted solutions for diverse complexions. SKIN1004 features toners, moisturizers, sunscreens, and masks built around centella asiatica, hyaluronic acid, and niacinamide to suit acne-prone and oily skin, while the brand is known for utilizing botanical and scientifically validated ingredients in its moisturizers, cleansers, and serums to best support balanced, combination, and sensitive skin. Both appeal to distinct preferences, as the Korean skincare brand centers its formulas on soothing botanical extracts for blemish concerns, whereas Aēsop relies on gentle yet effective compositions to foster overall skin health and resilience.

SKIN1004 is a Korean skincare brand founded in 2012 and owned by Goodai Global Inc. since 2024.

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This page compares some of the most popular SKIN1004 and Aēsop products; for every product of both brands, with a fit score for your own skin, use the Lovi app.

Popular SKIN1004 vs Aēsop products

People Say

SKIN1004Aēsop
  • Hydration and Moisture Benefits Often MentionedMostly Mentioned
    • “woke up with baby-soft skin — Aēsop Damascan Rose Facial Treatment”
    • “Savior of my winter-fueled dry skin. — Aēsop B Triple C Facial Balancing Gel”
    • “delivers deep hydration that really fills your skin — Aēsop Parsley Seed Anti-Oxidant Intense Serum”
    • “Gives my dehydrated skin a moisture surge — SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Watergel Sheet Ampoule Mask”
  • Lightweight and Fast-Absorbing Texture Mostly MentionedOften Mentioned
    • “sunk in like a dream — SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Hyalu-Cica Water-Fit Sun Serum”
    • “Turns milky immediately and washes off completely. — SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Light Cleansing Oil”
    • “Texture is on the thinner side... surprisingly lightweight. — SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Light Cleansing Oil”
    • “absorbs well into the skin — Aēsop Damascan Rose Facial Treatment”
  • Soothing and Calming Properties Often MentionedOften Mentioned
    • “calmed my angry skin — SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Toning Toner”
    • “Eliminated redness on my easily irritated skin — SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Watergel Sheet Ampoule Mask”
    • “Calms irritation instantly — SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Quick Calming Pad”
    • “Reduces inflammation overnight. — Aēsop B Triple C Facial Balancing Gel”
  • Cleansing and Gentle Care Often MentionedSometimes Noted
    • “doesn't strip my skin — SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Tone Brightening Cleansing Gel Foam”
    • “Perfect for sensitive skin — SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Tone Brightening Boosting Toner”
    • “doesn't burn my eyes — SKIN1004 Probio-Cica Bakuchiol Eye Cream”
    • “Leaves my face feeling soft after cleansing. — Aēsop Parsley Seed Facial Cleanser”
  • Results for Oily Skin Sometimes NotedSometimes Noted
    • “Intensely hydrating yet mattifying effect. — Aēsop B Triple C Facial Balancing Gel”
    • “perfect for oily skin — SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Poremizing Light Gel Cream”
  • Luxurious and Refreshing Scents Not notedOften Mentioned
    • “smells divine — Aēsop Damascan Rose Facial Treatment”
    • “Soft herbal scent that feels fresh and floral. — Aēsop Parsley Seed Facial Cleanser”
  • High Price Points Rarely NotedMostly Mentioned
    • “Price is quite steep — SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Watergel Sheet Ampoule Mask”
    • “Pricey for daily use — SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Quick Calming Pad”
    • “quantity is too small — Aēsop Damascan Rose Facial Treatment”
  • Sticky or Greasy Finish and Texture Issues Sometimes NotedOften Mentioned
    • “looked greasy by midday — SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Hyalu-Cica Water-Fit Sun Serum”
    • “left my skin medium tacky — SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Poremizing Light Gel Cream”
    • “Left a slightly greasy feeling — SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Watergel Sheet Ampoule Mask”
    • “Thick, almost honey-like, and needs a moment to melt in. — Aēsop B Triple C Facial Balancing Gel”
  • Scent Preferences and Dislikes Sometimes NotedSometimes Noted
    • “smells like wet dog — SKIN1004 Zombie Pack”
    • “Has a strong herbal/citrus scent I didn't enjoy. — SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Light Cleansing Oil”
    • “smells like carrots — Aēsop Damascan Rose Facial Treatment”
    • “Nasty smell... would not buy again. — Aēsop Parsley Seed Facial Cleanser”
  • Physical Application Problems Often MentionedSometimes Noted
    • “I found this doesn't effectively remove makeup. — Aēsop Parsley Seed Facial Cleanser”
    • “hard to wash off — SKIN1004 Zombie Pack”

Questions and answers

SKIN1004 or Aēsop: which is better?

SKIN1004 and Aēsop both perform well, with SKIN1004 offering lighter textures, better soothing properties, and gentler care, while Aēsop excels in providing deep hydration, balancing moisturizers, and luxurious scents.

What is the difference between SKIN1004 and Aēsop?

SKIN1004 delivers lightweight, soothing formulas featuring key ingredients like Centella asiatica and hyaluronic acid, whereas Aēsop provides deeper hydration and balancing moisturizers with luxurious scents. SKIN1004 products on this page often fit acne-prone and oily skin best, while Aēsop items tend to come with higher price points.

Journal of Pharmacy & Pharmaceutical Sciences, 2015Dermatologic Therapy, 2022

SKIN1004 or Aēsop: which cleanser is better?

SKIN1004 is better for soothing and gentle cleansing, as shown by products like the Madagascar Centella Tone Brightening Cleansing Gel Foam which fits dry sensitive skin with a Superior level. Aēsop offers the Parsley Seed Facial Cleanser, but reviewers generally note it provides lower fit levels for dry and dry sensitive skin types.

Which is more affordable, SKIN1004 or Aēsop?

SKIN1004 does better on high price points than Aēsop, which reviewers mostly note for its high price.

Which causes fewer breakouts, SKIN1004 or Aēsop?

SKIN1004 has more products with superior or high fit levels for acne-prone skin, such as its Probio-Cica Bakuchiol Eye Cream and Madagascar Centella Poremizing Clear Toner, whereas Aēsop has fewer options targeted for this skin type.

Between SKIN1004 and Aēsop, which brand has better soothing and calming properties?

SKIN1004 does better than Aēsop for soothing and calming properties, offering lightweight and soothing toners alongside calming ingredients like Centella asiatica and panthenol.

American Journal of Clinical Dermatology, 2002

Which brand offers more luxurious and refreshing scents, SKIN1004 or Aēsop?

Aēsop offers more luxurious and refreshing scents, as reviewers often mention its luxurious and refreshing scents.

Which brand is better for oily skin results between SKIN1004 and Aēsop?

Aēsop does better for oily skin results compared to SKIN1004. Reviewers often mention Aēsop for its non-greasy, balancing moisturizers and deep hydration.

SKIN1004 or Aēsop: which moisturizer is better?

Aēsop provides better moisturizers for deep hydration and non-greasy balancing benefits, whereas the moisturizers on the SKIN1004 page are noted for a lightweight and fast-absorbing texture with soothing properties. Topical hyaluronic acid, found in key ingredients across the products, helps improve skin quality and signs of skin aging.

Dermatologic Therapy, 2022

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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