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SKIN1004 vs Pixi

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SKIN1004 and Pixi are distinct skincare lines offering specialized care through thoughtfully curated formulations. The Korean brand centers its toners, moisturizers, sunscreens, and masks on centella asiatica, hyaluronic acid, and niacinamide to suit oily and acne-prone skin best, while the British brand is universally loved for its nourishing toners, targeted serums, soothing eye products, and hydrating moisturizers driven by gentle, balancing ingredients that favor sensitive and dry sensitive skin. Both lines address specific concerns such as acne, dark spots, and aging, yet they differ primarily in their core botanical philosophies and regional heritage.

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

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Pixi is a British skincare brand founded in 1999.

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

Popular SKIN1004 vs Pixi products

People Say

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  • Hydration and Moisture Levels Mostly MentionedMostly Mentioned
    • “Gives my dehydrated skin a moisture surge — SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Watergel Sheet Ampoule Mask”
    • “Feels like water — SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Tone Brightening Boosting Toner”
    • “Instant surge of hydration — Pixi Hydrating Milky Mist”
    • “deeply hydrates and balances — Pixi Antioxidant Tonic”
  • Soothing and Calming Properties 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”
    • “instantly cooling upon application — Pixi DetoxifEYE Depuffing Eye Patches”
  • Lightweight and Fast-Absorbing Texture Mostly MentionedSometimes Noted
    • “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 quickly — Pixi Hydrating Milky Mist”
  • Brightening and Radiance Rarely NotedMostly Mentioned
    • “gives instant glow — Pixi Glow Tonic”
    • “Skin is noticeably brighter — Pixi Glow Peel Pads”
    • “healthy radiance — Pixi Glow Mist”
    • “Gives a nice glow — SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Tone Brightening Boosting Toner”
  • Exfoliation and Skin Smoothing Sometimes NotedOften Mentioned
    • “Skin feels incredible, so smooth — Pixi Glow Peel Pads”
    • “doesn't sting — Pixi Glow Tonic”
    • “forehead bumps gone — Pixi Glow Tonic”
    • “skin feels super soft — SKIN1004 Zombie Pack”
  • Pleasant Scent and Fragrance Not notedOften Mentioned
    • “smells like fresh roses — Pixi Rose Oil Blend”
    • “lovely subtle rose scent — Pixi Rose Tonic”
    • “Smells fresh — Pixi Hydrating Milky Mist”
  • Scent Preferences and Fragrance Issues Sometimes NotedOften Mentioned
    • “smells like wet dog — SKIN1004 Zombie Pack”
    • “Has a strong herbal/citrus scent I didn't enjoy. — SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Light Cleansing Oil”
    • “smells a bit like plastic — SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Tone Brightening Cleansing Gel Foam”
    • “smell is overpowering — Pixi Glow Tonic”
  • Sticky or Tacky Residue Sometimes NotedSometimes Noted
    • “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”
    • “I just could not get past this heavy feel. — Pixi Vitamin-C Serum”
  • Skin Irritation and Sensitivity Sometimes NotedSometimes Noted
    • “Made my vision blurry/foggy for a while after rinsing. — SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Light Cleansing Oil”
    • “caused tiny bumps — SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Toning Toner”
    • “Massive burning sensation — Pixi Glow Peel Pads”
    • “burned my face — Pixi Glow Tonic”

SKIN1004 vs Pixi routines for dry skin

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SKIN1004 vs Pixi routines for oily skin

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SKIN1004 vs Pixi routines for combination skin

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Questions and answers

SKIN1004 or Pixi: which is better?

SKIN1004 is better for soothing, lightweight hydration with fragrance-free formulas, while Pixi is better for radiance, brightening, and exfoliation. For dry skin, Lovi rates SKIN1004 as High and Pixi as Superior.

What is the difference between SKIN1004 and Pixi?

SKIN1004 is a South Korean brand focused on lightweight, soothing formulas featuring Centella asiatica and zero fragrance across the products on this page, whereas Pixi is a British brand known for deep hydration, radiance, and exfoliating toners where some products contain fragrance. Reviewers note that SKIN1004 excels in soothing properties and lightweight textures, while Pixi stands out for brightening and glow.

SKIN1004 or Pixi for dry skin?

Both SKIN1004 and Pixi offer great choices for dry skin, with Pixi achieving a superior routine fit and SKIN1004 achieving a high routine fit. Hyaluronic acid helps provide hydration for dry skin across the products on this page.

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SKIN1004 or Pixi: which moisturizer is better?

Both SKIN1004 and Pixi offer moisturizers, with SKIN1004 focusing on lightweight, soothing formulations featuring Centella asiatica and hyaluronic acid, whereas Pixi provides options like the Rose Oil Blend. Reviewers often mention deep hydration and radiance from Pixi, while SKIN1004 is noted for its lightweight and fast-absorbing textures.

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Which is more affordable, SKIN1004 or Pixi?

This page does not provide pricing or affordability information to compare SKIN1004 and Pixi.

Between SKIN1004 and Pixi, which brand does better for soothing and calming properties?

SKIN1004 does better for soothing and calming properties compared to Pixi. Reviewers frequently note that SKIN1004 offers soothing and lightweight toners, as well as lightweight and soothing moisturizers.

How do the fragrance options and scent issues compare between SKIN1004 and Pixi products?

SKIN1004 products on this page list no fragrance in their ingredients, whereas 3 of 10 Pixi products include fragrance. Reviewers note that SKIN1004 has fewer scent complaints, while Pixi is associated with strong fragrance and scent issues.

Which brand performs better for brightening and radiance according to review themes?

Pixi performs better for brightening and radiance. Reviewers frequently mention its ability to deliver visible radiance and glow across the products on this page.

SKIN1004 or Pixi for oily skin?

Both SKIN1004 and Pixi are great choices for oily skin, as Lovi rates both brands as having a Superior routine fit. Pixi stands out for brightening and exfoliation, while SKIN1004 offers lightweight and fast-absorbing textures.

SKIN1004 or Pixi for sensitive skin?

Both SKIN1004 and Pixi achieve a High Lovi fit for sensitive skin, but they differ in formulation and reviewer feedback. SKIN1004 products on this page list no fragrance, whereas 3 of 10 Pixi products contain fragrance. Reviewers note that Pixi offers gentle and soothing toners alongside deep hydration, while SKIN1004 excels in soothing and calming properties.

SKIN1004 or Pixi for acne-prone skin?

Both SKIN1004 and Pixi fit acne-prone skin with High routine fit levels. Reviewers mention that SKIN1004 focuses on soothing and lightweight toners, while Pixi provides radiance and glow alongside brightening and smoothing serums.

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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