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SKIN1004 vs BYOMA

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SKIN1004 and BYOMA are contemporary skincare brands offering thoughtfully formulated toners, moisturizers, cleansers, serums, sunscreens, masks, and more. The Korean brand features centella asiatica, hyaluronic acid, and niacinamide to suit acne-prone skin and oily skin best, whereas the British brand anchors its products in tri-ceramide and squalane to serve dry skin and dry sensitive skin. Through these distinct ingredients, both help address concerns like dark spots, acne, and aging.

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

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BYOMA is a British skincare brand founded in 2022 and owned by Bansk Group since 2025.

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

Popular SKIN1004 vs BYOMA products

People Say

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  • Lightweight and Fast-Absorbing Texture Mostly MentionedOften Mentioned
    • “sunk in like a dream — SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Hyalu-Cica Water-Fit Sun Serum”
    • “Texture is on the thinner side... surprisingly lightweight. — SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Light Cleansing Oil”
    • “absorbs like water — SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Toning Toner”
    • “Absorbs instantly — BYOMA Moisturizing Gel-Cream”
  • Hydrating and Moisturizing Often MentionedMostly Mentioned
    • “skin feels so hydrated — BYOMA Hydrating Milky Toner”
    • “feels refreshing on the skin — BYOMA Balancing Face Mist”
    • “leaves my skin feeling soft and hydrated — BYOMA Milky Moisture Cleanser”
    • “Gives my dehydrated skin a moisture surge — SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Watergel Sheet Ampoule Mask”
  • Soothing and Calming Mostly 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”
    • “healed my skin barrier — BYOMA Hydrating Milky Toner”
  • Gentle on Sensitive Skin Sometimes NotedOften Mentioned
    • “doesn't strip skin — BYOMA Creamy Jelly Cleanser”
    • “no irritation at all — BYOMA Sensitive Retinol Oil”
    • “great for sensitive skin — BYOMA Balancing Face Mist”
    • “doesn't strip my skin — SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Tone Brightening Cleansing Gel Foam”
  • Affordable Value Rarely NotedOften Mentioned
    • “budget-friendly — BYOMA Brightening Serum”
    • “Budget-friendly skincare — BYOMA Brightening Toner”
    • “great value for money — BYOMA Hydrating Serum”
    • “huge bottle — SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Toning Toner”
  • Improves Skin Texture and Smoothing Sometimes NotedSometimes Noted
    • “Keeps my face soft and not oily — BYOMA Brightening Toner”
    • “skin was soft the next morning — BYOMA Sensitive Retinol Oil”
    • “smoother complexion — BYOMA Brightening Serum”
    • “skin feels super soft — SKIN1004 Zombie Pack”
  • Other Minor Complaints Often MentionedOften Mentioned
    • “hard to wash off — SKIN1004 Zombie Pack”
    • “milky sweat when running — SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Hyalu-Cica Water-Fit Sun Serum”
    • “feels like someone sneezing on you — BYOMA Balancing Face Mist”
    • “Rolls off skin — BYOMA Moisturizing Gel-Cream”
  • Packaging and Pump Issues Rarely NotedMostly Mentioned
    • “The pump shoots the oil out too aggressively. — SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Light Cleansing Oil”
    • “Opening is huge — BYOMA Brightening Toner”
  • Insufficient Hydration or Moisture Sometimes NotedSometimes Noted
    • “Not moisturizing enough — BYOMA Moisturizing Gel-Cream”
    • “need to layer it — BYOMA Hydrating Serum”
    • “Too lightweight — BYOMA Moisturizing Rich Cream”
    • “not enough for dry skin — SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Poremizing Light Gel Cream”
  • Unpleasant Scent 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”
    • “has a weird chemically smell — BYOMA Milky Moisture Cleanser”
    • “smell is annoying — BYOMA Milky Oil Cleanser”

SKIN1004 vs BYOMA routines for dry skin

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SKIN1004 vs BYOMA routines for oily skin

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SKIN1004 vs BYOMA routines for combination skin

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Questions and answers

SKIN1004 or BYOMA: which is better?

Both brands offer solid options, but BYOMA tends to do better for overall hydration and smoothness, while SKIN1004 is particularly well-liked for its lightweight and soothing formulas. The products on this page for both brands generally avoid added fragrance, though specific results can vary depending on your individual skin type.

What is the difference between SKIN1004 and BYOMA?

SKIN1004 is a South Korean brand founded in 2012 featuring Centella asiatica, hyaluronic acid, niacinamide, and panthenol, with products on the page that fit best for acne-prone, oily, and combination skin. BYOMA is a UK brand founded in 2022 featuring ceramides, squalane, and glycerin, with products on the page that fit best for dry, dry sensitive, and sensitive skin.

SKIN1004 or BYOMA for dry skin?

For dry skin, BYOMA offers a Superior routine fit while SKIN1004 has a High routine fit on this page. Reviewers note that BYOMA is better for hydrating and moisturizing, whereas SKIN1004 is better for a lightweight and fast-absorbing texture.

SKIN1004 or BYOMA: which cleanser is better?

Both SKIN1004 and BYOMA offer cleansers on the products on this page, but BYOMA is noted as better for being hydrating and non-stripping. SKIN1004 features soothing formulas with Centella asiatica, while BYOMA focuses on barrier-strengthening ceramides.

Which is more affordable, SKIN1004 or BYOMA?

BYOMA offers better affordable value than SKIN1004.

Between SKIN1004 and BYOMA, which brand is better for soothing and calming the skin?

SKIN1004 does better for soothing and calming the skin.

Which brand has fewer packaging and pump issues, SKIN1004 or BYOMA?

BYOMA has fewer packaging and pump issues than SKIN1004, as packaging and pump issues are sometimes noted for SKIN1004.

Do SKIN1004 and BYOMA products contain fragrance?

Every product on the SKIN1004 page lists no fragrance in its ingredients. On the BYOMA page, 16 of the 17 products list no fragrance, while the Smoothing Body Serum includes it.

SKIN1004 or BYOMA for oily skin?

For oily skin, both SKIN1004 and BYOMA offer a Superior routine fit. SKIN1004 focuses on Centella asiatica and lightweight textures, whereas BYOMA utilizes a ceramide complex and deep hydration.

SKIN1004 or BYOMA: which moisturizer is better?

Both SKIN1004 and BYOMA offer effective moisturizers on this page, with SKIN1004 specializing in lightweight textures and BYOMA focusing on skin barrier strengthening. Depending on personal preference, BYOMA tends to be more hydrating, while SKIN1004 helps soothe and calm the skin.

SKIN1004 or BYOMA for sensitive skin?

Both SKIN1004 and BYOMA are well suited for sensitive skin, as Lovi rates the routine fit for both brands as High. SKIN1004 focuses on centella asiatica to soothe and calm skin, while BYOMA relies on ceramides to strengthen the skin barrier.

SKIN1004 or BYOMA for acne-prone skin?

Both SKIN1004 and BYOMA achieve a High fit on the products on this page for acne-prone skin. SKIN1004 focuses on soothing and lightweight textures with centella asiatica, while BYOMA helps strengthen the skin barrier with a tri-ceramide complex.

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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