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SKIN1004 vs SK-II

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SKIN1004 and SK-II are esteemed Asian skincare lines, with the Korean brand founded in 2012 and the Japanese pioneer established in 1980. SKIN1004 features toners, moisturizers, sunscreens, and masks built around centella asiatica, hyaluronic acid, and niacinamide to suit acne-prone and oily skin, while SK-II offers moisturizers, serums, masks, and toners anchored by pitera to nurture acne-prone and dry complexions. Both brands differ in their core formulations and heritage, offering targeted solutions like the Probio-Cica Bakuchiol Eye Cream and the Facial Treatment Essence to address dark spots, acne, and maturity.

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

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SK-II is a Japanese skincare brand founded in 1980 and owned by The Procter & Gamble Company since 1991.

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

Popular SKIN1004 vs SK-II products

People Say

SKIN1004SK-II
  • Lightweight texture Mostly MentionedMostly 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”
    • “drinks right into the skin — SK-II Facial Treatment Essence”
    • “silky texture that absorbs quickly — SK-II Skinpower Advanced Cream”
  • Hydration and moisture Often MentionedMostly Mentioned
    • “calmed my angry skin — SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Toning Toner”
    • “Gives my dehydrated skin a moisture surge — SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Watergel Sheet Ampoule Mask”
    • “flooded my skin with moisture — SK-II Facial Treatment Mask”
    • “skin feels deeply hydrated, plump, and smoother — SK-II Skinpower Advanced Cream”
  • Radiance and glow Not notedMostly Mentioned
    • “gives a glass skin look — SK-II Facial Treatment Essence”
    • “leaves me with a red carpet glow — SK-II Facial Treatment Mask”
    • “Skin looks brighter — SK-II Genoptics Spot Essence”
  • Soothing and calming Mostly MentionedNot noted
    • “Eliminated redness on my easily irritated skin — SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Watergel Sheet Ampoule Mask”
    • “Calms irritation instantly — SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Quick Calming Pad”
    • “Perfect for sensitive skin — SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Tone Brightening Boosting Toner”
  • Skin smoothing and texture Sometimes NotedOften Mentioned
    • “skin feels soft as butter — SK-II Facial Treatment Essence”
    • “pores became miraculously invisible — SK-II Facial Treatment Mask”
    • “Smoother skin — SK-II Facial Treatment Clear Lotion”
    • “skin feels super soft — SKIN1004 Zombie Pack”
  • Cleansing performance Sometimes NotedRarely 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”
    • “Dissolves waterproof mascara, melts stubborn makeup, removes sunscreen easily. — SK-II Facial Treatment Cleansing Oil”
  • High price and value Not notedMostly Mentioned
    • “way too expensive — SK-II Facial Treatment Essence”
  • Breakouts and irritation 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”
    • “caused cystic acne — SKIN1004 Hyalu-CICA Blue Serum”
    • “caused tiny red bumps — SK-II Facial Treatment Essence”
  • Unpleasant scent Rarely NotedSometimes Noted
    • “smells like wet dog — SKIN1004 Zombie Pack”
    • “smells like dirty feet — SK-II Facial Treatment Essence”

SKIN1004 vs SK-II routines for dry skin

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SKIN1004 vs SK-II routines for oily skin

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SKIN1004 vs SK-II routines for combination skin

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Questions and answers

SKIN1004 or SK-II: which is better?

Both SKIN1004 and SK-II are strong options, with SKIN1004 better for soothing and cleansing, while SK-II excels in radiance, glow, and skin smoothing. Lovi rates routine fit for dry skin as High for SKIN1004 and Superior for SK-II.

What is the difference between SKIN1004 and SK-II?

SKIN1004 focuses on soothing and calming benefits with key ingredients like Centella asiatica and hyaluronic acid, whereas SK-II stands out for skin smoothing, texture, and radiance using Pitera. SKIN1004 features products on this page that are fragrance-free and particularly well suited for acne-prone skin, while SK-II offers routines that are superior for dry and acne-prone skin.

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

SKIN1004 or SK-II for dry skin?

For dry skin, SKIN1004 and SK-II both feature products on this page with a High fit level, though SK-II offers a Superior routine fit compared to SKIN1004's High routine fit. The products on this page from SKIN1004 rely on key ingredients like hyaluronic acid and panthenol, which helps hydrate the skin.

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

SKIN1004 or SK-II: which moisturizer is better?

Both SKIN1004 and SK-II offer quality moisturizers, with SKIN1004 providing options like the Hyalu-Cica Moisture Cream that helps hydrate and soothe the skin. Meanwhile, SK-II features products like the Facial Treatment Essence and Skinpower Advanced Cream for targeted care.

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

Which is more affordable, SKIN1004 or SK-II?

SKIN1004 is more affordable, as SK-II is noted on the page for having a high price and poor value.

Between SKIN1004 and SK-II, which brand performs better for soothing and calming the skin?

SKIN1004 performs better than SK-II for soothing and calming the skin. The products on this page help deliver lightweight and soothing care using key ingredients like Centella asiatica and panthenol.

American Journal of Clinical Dermatology, 2002

How do the key active ingredients compare between SKIN1004 and SK-II products?

SKIN1004 products rely on key active ingredients like centella asiatica, hyaluronic acid, niacinamide, and panthenol, which help soothe the skin and boost hydration. In contrast, SK-II products feature Pitera as their signature active ingredient, contributing to skin smoothing and radiance.

Journal of Pharmacy & Pharmaceutical Sciences, 2015The British Journal of Dermatology, 2002

Which brand offers better cleansing performance according to review themes?

SKIN1004 offers better cleansing performance according to the review themes on this page.

SKIN1004 or SK-II for oily skin?

Both SKIN1004 and SK-II offer a High routine fit for oily skin. Reviewers find that both brands deliver equal performance in texture and hydration, while SK-II does better for radiance and SKIN1004 does better for soothing.

SKIN1004 or SK-II for sensitive skin?

Both SKIN1004 and SK-II achieve a High routine fit for sensitive skin on this page. Reviewers note that SKIN1004 provides soothing and calming benefits with fragrance-free products.

SKIN1004 or SK-II for acne-prone skin?

Both SKIN1004 and SK-II fit acne-prone skin well, with SK-II reaching a superior routine fit level. SKIN1004 products on this page help soothe skin with key ingredients like Centella asiatica and niacinamide.

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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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