Biore vs KORRES
Biore and KORRES are two distinct skincare lines known for gentle care and steady results. The Japanese brand founded in 1980 offers thoughtful sunscreens, cleansers, masks, and makeup removers that suit sensitive skin and oily skin best, while the Greek counterpart is warmly loved for its thoughtfully formulated moisturizers and gentle cleansers that suit sensitive skin and acne-prone skin best. Where both brands differ lies in their exact product types and key ingredients, with each offering targeted creations like UV Aqua Rich, Santorini Grape Poreless Skin Cream, and Greek Yoghurt Foaming Cream Cleanser to support a balanced and refreshed complexion.
Biore is a Japanese skincare brand founded in 1980 and owned by Kao Corporation.
This page compares some of the most popular Biore and KORRES products; for every product of both brands, with a fit score for your own skin, use the Lovi app.
People Say
Texture and Weight Often MentionedMostly Mentioned
- “feels like velvet — KORRES Velvet Skin Drink”
- “absorbs instantly — KORRES Santorini Grape Poreless Skin Cream”
- “Luxurious foam — KORRES Foaming Cream Cleanser”
- “melts into skin — Biore UV Aqua Rich”
Cleansing and Debris Removal Mostly MentionedNot noted
- “Gets the gunk out — Biore Deep Cleansing Pore Strips”
- “Face feels squeaky clean — Biore Deep Pore Charcoal Cleanser”
- “No greasy film, leaves skin fresh, rinses easily. — Biore Makeup Remover Perfect Oil”
Non-Stripping Formula Sometimes NotedOften Mentioned
- “Leaves skin soft — KORRES Foaming Cream Cleanser”
- “leaves face soft and smooth — KORRES Greek Yoghurt Foaming Cream Cleanser”
- “Leaves skin soft, doesn't dry out face. — Biore Makeup Remover Perfect Oil”
Appearance and Finish Often MentionedOften Mentioned
- “transparent finish — Biore UV Aqua Rich”
- “primer-like — Biore UV Aqua Rich”
- “skin feels baby soft — KORRES Santorini Grape Poreless Skin Cream”
- “gives a no-shine glow — KORRES Velvet Skin Drink”
Makeup Removal Sometimes NotedOften Mentioned
- “Removes waterproof mascara, eyeliner, foundation. — Biore Makeup Remover Perfect Oil”
- “removes liquid eyeliner — KORRES Greek Yoghurt Foaming Cream Cleanser”
- “Melts away makeup — KORRES Foaming Cream Cleanser”
Oil Control Sometimes NotedSometimes Noted
- “Keeps shine away — Biore Deep Pore Charcoal Cleanser”
- “kept me matte all day — KORRES Santorini Grape Poreless Skin Cream”
Scent and Fragrance Often MentionedOften Mentioned
- “smells like alcohol — Biore UV Aqua Rich”
- “strong citrus smell — Biore UV Aqua Rich”
- “smells like babies — KORRES Greek Yoghurt Foaming Cream Cleanser”
- “smell is too strong — KORRES Velvet Skin Drink”
Skin Irritation Often MentionedRarely Noted
- “burns sensitive skin — KORRES Bounce Firming Moisturizer”
- “Nose was irritated — Biore Deep Cleansing Pore Strips”
Price Point Not notedOften Mentioned
- “jar is very small — KORRES Santorini Grape Poreless Skin Cream”
Biore vs KORRES routines for dry skin
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Cleanser
Greek Yoghurt Foaming Cream Cleanser
Morning · Evening · Once a week
SAR 181.00
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Moisturizer
SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Probio-Cica Enrich Cream
Morning · Evening · Once a week
SAR 48.00
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SPF
d'Alba Piedmont Waterfull Mild Sunscreen
Morning
SAR 75.00
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Pre-Cleanser
MISSHA Ultra Hyalon Cleansing Cream
Evening · Once a week
SAR 65.11
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Cleansing Toner
ROUND LAB 1025 Dokdo Cleansing Water
Evening
SAR 72.64
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Serum or Treatment
Peach & Lily Glass Skin Refining Serum
Evening · Once a week
SAR 222.00
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Enzyme Powder
FANCL Facial Washing Powder
Once a week
SAR 130.30
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Nourishing Mask
Mediheal Watermide Essential Mask
Once a week
SAR 234.73
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Cleanser
La Roche-Posay Toleriane Hydrating Gentle Cleanser
Morning · Evening · Once a week
SAR 297.00
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Moisturizer
SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Probio-Cica Enrich Cream
Morning · Evening · Once a week
SAR 48.00
- SPF UV Aqua Rich Morning
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Pre-Cleanser
Makeup Remover Perfect Oil
Evening · Once a week
SAR 138.21
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Cleansing Toner
ROUND LAB 1025 Dokdo Cleansing Water
Evening
SAR 72.64
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Serum or Treatment
Peach & Lily Glass Skin Refining Serum
Evening · Once a week
SAR 222.00
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Enzyme Powder
FANCL Facial Washing Powder
Once a week
SAR 130.30
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Nourishing Mask
Mediheal Watermide Essential Mask
Once a week
SAR 234.73
Buy KORRES routine · SAR 1,028.78 · 94% fit
Buy Biore routine · SAR 1,142.88 · 83% fitSee multi-brand routine · 96% fit
Biore vs KORRES routines for oily skin
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Cleanser
Greek Yoghurt Foaming Cream Cleanser
Morning · Evening · Once a week
SAR 181.00
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Hydrating Toner
Some By Mi Snail Truecica Miracle Repair Toner
Morning · Once a week
SAR 53.04
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Moisturizer
COSRX Oil-Free Ultra-Moisturizing Lotion (with Birch Sap)
Morning · Evening · Once a week
SAR 39.70
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SPF
CeraVe AM Facial Moisturizing Lotion SPF 30
Morning
SAR 46.95
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Pre-Cleanser
Shu Uemura Ultime8 Sublime Beauty Cleansing Oil
Evening · Once a week
SAR 245.95
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Cleansing Toner
Caudalie Vinopure Purifying Toner
Evening
SAR 187.00
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Serum or Treatment
Peach & Lily Glass Skin Refining Serum
Evening · Once a week
SAR 222.00
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Enzyme Powder
Dermalogica Daily Microfoliant
Once a week
SAR 157.51
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Cleansing Mask
Goldfaden MD Facial Detox Mask
Once a week
SAR 328.29
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Cleanser
CeraVe Foaming Facial Cleanser
Morning · Evening · Once a week
SAR 36.33
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Hydrating Toner
Some By Mi Snail Truecica Miracle Repair Toner
Morning · Once a week
SAR 53.04
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Moisturizer
COSRX Oil-Free Ultra-Moisturizing Lotion (with Birch Sap)
Morning · Evening · Once a week
SAR 39.70
- SPF UV Aqua Rich Morning
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Pre-Cleanser
Makeup Remover Perfect Oil
Evening · Once a week
SAR 138.21
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Cleansing Toner
Caudalie Vinopure Purifying Toner
Evening
SAR 187.00
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Serum or Treatment
Peach & Lily Glass Skin Refining Serum
Evening · Once a week
SAR 222.00
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Enzyme Powder
Dermalogica Daily Microfoliant
Once a week
SAR 157.51
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Cleansing Mask
Goldfaden MD Facial Detox Mask
Once a week
SAR 328.29
Buy KORRES routine · SAR 1,461.44 · 93% fit
Buy Biore routine · SAR 1,162.08 · 89% fitSee multi-brand routine · 97% fit
Biore vs KORRES routines for combination skin
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Cleanser
Greek Yoghurt Foaming Cream Cleanser
Morning · Evening · Once a week
SAR 181.00
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Hydrating Toner
Paula's Choice Skin Balancing Pore-Reducing Toner
Morning · Once a week
SAR 166.90
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Moisturizer
COSRX Oil-Free Ultra-Moisturizing Lotion (with Birch Sap)
Morning · Evening · Once a week
SAR 39.70
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SPF
CeraVe AM Facial Moisturizing Lotion SPF 30
Morning
SAR 46.95
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Pre-Cleanser
Shu Uemura Ultime8 Sublime Beauty Cleansing Oil
Evening · Once a week
SAR 245.95
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Cleansing Toner
Medicube Zero Pore Pad 2.0
Evening
SAR 64.80
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Serum or Treatment
Peach & Lily Glass Skin Refining Serum
Evening · Once a week
SAR 222.00
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Enzyme Powder
Dermalogica Daily Microfoliant
Once a week
SAR 157.51
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Cleansing Mask
KORA Organics Turmeric Brightening & Exfoliating Mask
Once a week
SAR 168.77
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Cleanser
Fresh Soy Face Cleanser
Morning · Evening · Once a week
SAR 191.00
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Hydrating Toner
Paula's Choice Skin Balancing Pore-Reducing Toner
Morning · Once a week
SAR 166.90
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Moisturizer
COSRX Oil-Free Ultra-Moisturizing Lotion (with Birch Sap)
Morning · Evening · Once a week
SAR 39.70
- SPF UV Aqua Rich Morning
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Pre-Cleanser
Makeup Remover Perfect Oil
Evening · Once a week
SAR 138.21
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Cleansing Toner
Medicube Zero Pore Pad 2.0
Evening
SAR 64.80
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Serum or Treatment
Peach & Lily Glass Skin Refining Serum
Evening · Once a week
SAR 222.00
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Enzyme Powder
Dermalogica Daily Microfoliant
Once a week
SAR 157.51
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Cleansing Mask
KORA Organics Turmeric Brightening & Exfoliating Mask
Once a week
SAR 168.77
Buy KORRES routine · SAR 1,293.58 · 94% fit
Buy Biore routine · SAR 1,148.89 · 89% fitSee multi-brand routine · 97% fit
Questions and answers
Biore or KORRES: which is better?
KORRES is generally better because its products achieve Superior routine fits across multiple skin types compared to Biore. Every product on the Biore page lists no fragrance, whereas all KORRES products on the page contain fragrance.
What is the difference between Biore and KORRES?
Biore is known for fragrance-free products and lower prices, while KORRES offers rich moisturizers and cleansers that often contain fragrance.
Biore or KORRES for dry skin?
For dry skin, KORRES has a Superior routine fit compared to Biore which has a High fit. Every product on the Biore page lists no fragrance, whereas all KORRES products on the page contain fragrance.
Biore or KORRES: which cleanser is better?
For cleansers, Biore excels in cleansing and debris removal, while KORRES offers rich, creamy, and gentle non-stripping formulas with strong reviewer approval. Every Biore product on this page lists no fragrance, whereas KORRES cleansers on this page contain fragrance.
Which is more affordable, Biore or KORRES?
Biore is more affordable than KORRES, as KORRES frequently has high price and value concerns noted by reviewers.
Between Biore and KORRES, which brand has fragrance in its products?
KORRES includes fragrance in its products on this page, whereas every Biore product on this page lists no fragrance in its ingredients.
How do the founding years and corporate ownership of Biore and KORRES compare?
Biore was founded earlier in 1980 in Japan and is owned by Kao Corporation, whereas KORRES was founded later in 1996 and is owned by Halcyon Equity Partners and Giorgos Korres as of 2024.
Which brand performs better regarding texture and weight according to review themes?
According to the review themes on this page, KORRES performs better than Biore regarding texture and weight.
Biore or KORRES for oily skin?
For oily skin, both Biore and KORRES have a Superior routine fit level according to the page. Biore's products on this page list no fragrance, whereas KORRES products contain fragrance.
Biore or KORRES for sensitive skin?
Both Biore and KORRES achieve a Superior Lovi fit for sensitive skin. Biore products on this page list no fragrance, whereas every KORRES product on this page includes fragrance and mentions scent complaints often.
Biore or KORRES for acne-prone skin?
For acne-prone skin, KORRES achieves a Superior routine fit while Biore achieves a High fit on Lovi. Reviewers often mention fragrance complaints for KORRES, whereas every Biore product on this page lists no fragrance.
Research behind their key ingredients
In vivo and in vitro evaluation of octyl methoxycinnamate liposomes
Clinical efficacy of facial masks containing yoghurt and Opuntia humifusa Raf. (F-YOP)
Effects of a Greek Yoghurt-based Complex on the Human Facial Skin Microbiome
Saccharide isomerate ameliorates cosmetic scalp conditions in a Chinese study population
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.
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Co-founder, Medical Director
Cosmetic chemist, cosmetologist, aesthetic products developer
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Co-founder, CEO and CTO
PhD in computer science, 3x US patent holder, ex-Google, ex-Yandex
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Dr. Sofía Perea Pérez, MD, MSc
Medical Board
Aesthetic medicine practitioner, MSc in Longevity and Anti-Aging Medicine
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Specialist dermatologist, MBBS, MD, IFAAD
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Cosmetic chemist, SCS, IFSCC member
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Dermatology MD
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Elina Nazarenko, MD
Medical Board
Dermatology and diagnostic consultant
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Victoria Derkova, MS
Medical Board
Cosmetic chemist, cosmetic development technologist
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