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SKIN1004 vs FANCL

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

SKIN1004 and FANCL are distinct Asian skincare lines offering thoughtful daily solutions for balanced skin. The Korean brand centers on centella asiatica, hyaluronic acid, and niacinamide within toners, moisturizers, sunscreens, and masks that suit acne-prone and oily skin best. Meanwhile, the Japanese house is loved for pure makeup removers and gentle exfoliants crafted to provide mild care for sensitive, dry, and normal skin types without harsh irritations. While both deliver reliable results, they differ through their signature ingredients and ideal skin matches.

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

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FANCL is a Japanese skincare brand founded in 1980 and owned by Kirin Holdings Company, Limited since 2024.

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

Popular SKIN1004 vs FANCL products

Questions and answers

SKIN1004 or FANCL: which is better?

SKIN1004 has a much wider selection of products on this page compared to FANCL, fitting acne-prone, oily, and combination skin best with a focus on soothing ingredients like Centella asiatica and hyaluronic acid. Lovi gives SKIN1004 products like the Probio-Cica Essence Toner a Superior fit for dry and sensitive skin, while FANCL offers strong options like the Mild Cleansing Oil for dry sensitive skin.

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What is the difference between SKIN1004 and FANCL?

SKIN1004 is a South Korean brand founded in 2012 that features Centella asiatica and hyaluronic acid across its products on this page, whereas FANCL is a Japanese brand founded in 1980 with a smaller selection including mild cleansing oil and facial washing powder.

Which is more affordable, SKIN1004 or FANCL?

The products on this page for SKIN1004 and FANCL do not include pricing information, so Lovi cannot determine which brand is more affordable.

Which causes fewer breakouts, SKIN1004 or FANCL?

When it comes to acne-prone skin, Lovi rates several products on the SKIN1004 page as a Superior fit, whereas FANCL offers fewer breakout-focused options on its page.

Between SKIN1004 and FANCL, which brand was founded earlier and in which country?

FANCL was founded earlier in Japan in 1980, whereas SKIN1004 was founded later in South Korea in 2012.

How do the key ingredients and fragrance profiles compare across the products listed for SKIN1004 and FANCL?

Both SKIN1004 and FANCL list no fragrance in the ingredients for every product on this page. For key ingredients, SKIN1004 features Centella asiatica, Hyaluronic acid, Niacinamide, and Panthenol, while FANCL does not highlight a shared set of key ingredients across its listed products.

What are the Lovi fit levels of the Mild Cleansing Oil by FANCL for dry skin and oily skin?

For dry skin, Lovi rates the Mild Cleansing Oil by FANCL as Superior. For oily skin, Lovi rates this makeup remover as Average.

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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