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SKIN1004 vs Hada Labo

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

SKIN1004 and Hada Labo are celebrated skincare brands offering distinct approaches to daily hydration and barrier care. The former features centella asiatica, hyaluronic acid, and niacinamide across toners, moisturizers, sunscreens, and masks to serve acne-prone and oily skin best. Meanwhile, the latter is deeply loved for its hydrating toners, gentle makeup removers, and nourishing moisturizers that suit dry and acne-prone skin through advanced science. While both address shared concerns like blemishes and aging with targeted favorites, SKIN1004 focuses on soothing botanical extracts, whereas Hada Labo relies on expertly crafted moisture-restoring formulas.

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

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

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

Popular SKIN1004 vs Hada Labo products

People Say

SKIN1004Hada Labo
  • Deep Hydration and Moisture Often MentionedMostly Mentioned
    • “skin drinks it up — Hada Labo Gokujyun Lotion”
    • “Plumps fine lines — Hada Labo Gokujun Premium”
    • “leaves skin soft, smooth, and hydrated — Hada Labo Shirojyun Premium Whitening Lotion”
    • “Gives my dehydrated skin a moisture surge — SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Watergel Sheet Ampoule Mask”
  • Gentle and Soothing Formulation Mostly MentionedMostly 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”
    • “never stings my sensitive skin — Hada Labo Gokujyun Lotion”
  • Lightweight Texture Mostly MentionedOften Mentioned
    • “sunk in like a dream — SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Hyalu-Cica Water-Fit Sun Serum”
    • “zero white cast — SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Hyalu-Cica Water-Fit Sun Serum”
    • “Turns milky immediately and washes off completely. — SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Light Cleansing Oil”
    • “absorbs super quickly — Hada Labo Premium Whitening Lotion (Light)”
  • Value and Pricing Rarely NotedSometimes Noted
    • “bottle lasts forever — Hada Labo Gokujyun Lotion”
    • “Lasts forever — Hada Labo Gokujun Premium”
    • “huge bottle — SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Toning Toner”
  • Cleansing and Makeup Removal Sometimes NotedSometimes Noted
    • “doesn't strip my skin — SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Tone Brightening Cleansing Gel Foam”
    • “Dissolves waterproof mascara and sunscreen effortlessly. — SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Light Cleansing Oil”
    • “skin felt super clean — SKIN1004 Zombie Pack”
    • “emulsifies beautifully — Hada Labo Gokujyun Cleansing Oil”
  • Brightening and Dark Spots Rarely NotedSometimes Noted
    • “faded considerably — Hada Labo Shirojyun Premium Whitening Lotion”
    • “faded my PIH considerably — Hada Labo Premium Whitening Lotion (Light)”
    • “Gives a nice glow — SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Tone Brightening Boosting Toner”
  • Sticky or Tacky Finish Sometimes NotedOften Mentioned
    • “left my skin medium tacky — SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Poremizing Light Gel Cream”
    • “Left a slightly greasy feeling — SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Watergel Sheet Ampoule Mask”
    • “feels tacky in high humidity — SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Hyalu-Cica Water-Fit Sun Serum”
    • “Tacky residue — Hada Labo Gokujun Premium”
  • Insufficient Hydration or Dryness Sometimes NotedSometimes Noted
    • “not enough for dry skin — SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Poremizing Light Gel Cream”
    • “not moisturizing enough — SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Toning Toner”
    • “not enough for dry patches — Hada Labo Premium Whitening Lotion (Light)”
    • “not enough to keep skin hydrated — Hada Labo Shirojyun Premium Whitening Lotion”

SKIN1004 vs Hada Labo routines for dry skin

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SKIN1004 vs Hada Labo routines for oily skin

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SKIN1004 vs Hada Labo routines for combination skin

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Questions and answers

SKIN1004 or Hada Labo: which is better?

Both brands are great choices, but Hada Labo does better for deep hydration and brightening, while SKIN1004 is better for gentle soothing and lightweight textures. Lovi gives both brands a Superior fit for dry, oily, combination, acne-prone, mature, dark spot, and oily acne-prone skin types.

What is the difference between SKIN1004 and Hada Labo?

SKIN1004 stands out for gentle, soothing formulations with lightweight textures, while Hada Labo is known for deep hydration, moisturization, and value. Hyaluronic acid helps provide moisture across the products on this page.

Dermatologic Therapy, 2022

SKIN1004 or Hada Labo for dry skin?

For dry skin, Hada Labo reaches a Superior routine fit while SKIN1004 reaches a High routine fit. Hada Labo focuses on deep hydration and moisturization with hyaluronic acid, which helps improve skin quality.

Dermatologic Therapy, 2022

SKIN1004 or Hada Labo: which moisturizer is better?

Hada Labo provides deep hydration and moisturization while SKIN1004 delivers lightweight and soothing moisturizers. Topical hyaluronic acid, a key ingredient found in the products on this page, helps improve skin quality and signs of aging.

Dermatologic Therapy, 2022

Which is more affordable, SKIN1004 or Hada Labo?

Hada Labo does better for value and pricing, making it the more affordable option compared to SKIN1004.

Between SKIN1004 and Hada Labo, which brand performs better for brightening and dark spots?

Hada Labo performs better for brightening and dark spots, as it is noted for brightening and dark spot reduction. Niacinamide, featured in SKIN1004 products, may also help suppress melanosome transfer to improve skin pigmentation.

The British Journal of Dermatology, 2002Antioxidants, 2021

How do the founding years and corporate ownership of SKIN1004 and Hada Labo compare?

SKIN1004 was founded in South Korea in 2012 and is owned by Goodai Global Inc. since 2024, whereas Hada Labo was founded in Japan in 2004 and is owned by Rohto Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd.

Which brand offers lighter textures and more soothing formulations according to review themes?

According to review themes, SKIN1004 offers lighter textures and more soothing formulations compared to Hada Labo.

SKIN1004 or Hada Labo for oily skin?

For oily skin, both SKIN1004 and Hada Labo achieve a Superior routine fit according to Lovi. Hada Labo provides deep hydration, while SKIN1004 offers lightweight textures and soothing properties.

SKIN1004 or Hada Labo for acne-prone skin?

Both SKIN1004 and Hada Labo fit acne-prone skin with a Superior routine rating. SKIN1004 stands out for its gentle and soothing formulations using centella asiatica, while Hada Labo excels at deep hydration through hyaluronic acid.

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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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