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COSRX vs KORRES

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

COSRX and KORRES are two distinct skincare lines known for thoughtfully formulated moisturizers, gentle cleansers, serums, masks, and more. The Korean brand COSRX harnesses proven ingredients like hyaluronic acid, glycerin, and niacinamide to suit acne-prone and oily acne-prone skin best, while KORRES offers balancing and nourishing foundations that suit sensitive and acne-prone skin best. These brands differ because the former addresses specific blemishes effectively with targeted formulations, whereas the latter consistently supports the natural harmony and health of the complexion.

COSRX is a Korean skincare brand founded in 2013 and owned by Amorepacific Group since 2024.

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

Popular COSRX vs KORRES products

People Say

COSRXKORRES
  • Soothing and calming for sensitive skin Mostly MentionedOften Mentioned
    • “No stinging or irritation — COSRX BHA Blackhead Power Liquid”
    • “perfect for first-time retinol users — COSRX The Retinol 0.1 Cream”
    • “calms down my redness — COSRX Advanced Snail 96 Mucin Power Essence”
    • “Calms redness — KORRES Foaming Cream Cleanser”
  • Improves skin texture and smoothness Mostly MentionedOften Mentioned
    • “gives me that glass skin look — COSRX Advanced Snail 96 Mucin Power Essence”
    • “skin feels softer immediately — COSRX The 6 Peptide Skin Booster Serum”
    • “feels like velvet — KORRES Velvet Skin Drink”
    • “skin feels baby soft — KORRES Santorini Grape Poreless Skin Cream”
  • Deep hydration and moisturization Mostly MentionedOften Mentioned
    • “skin drinks it up — COSRX Advanced Snail 96 Mucin Power Essence”
    • “woke up with soft, supple skin — COSRX Advanced Snail 92 All in One Cream”
    • “gives a healthy glow — COSRX The 6 Peptide Skin Booster Serum”
    • “saved my dry skin — KORRES Velvet Skin Drink”
  • Lightweight and fast-absorbing texture Often MentionedOften Mentioned
    • “absorbs instantly like water — COSRX The 6 Peptide Skin Booster Serum”
    • “sinks in immediately — COSRX Advanced Snail Peptide Eye Cream”
    • “absorbs instantly — KORRES Santorini Grape Poreless Skin Cream”
    • “rich... without being greasy — KORRES Bounce Firming Moisturizer”
  • Gentle and non-stripping cleansing Sometimes NotedOften Mentioned
    • “Leaves skin soft — KORRES Foaming Cream Cleanser”
    • “leaves face soft and smooth — KORRES Greek Yoghurt Foaming Cream Cleanser”
    • “removes liquid eyeliner — KORRES Greek Yoghurt Foaming Cream Cleanser”
    • “doesn't strip my skin — COSRX Low pH Good Morning Gel Cleanser”
  • Effective acne and pore control Often MentionedSometimes Noted
    • “helped to improve my acne after only 2 weeks — COSRX Salicylic Acid Daily Gentle Cleanser”
    • “cleared up my spots — COSRX Low pH Good Morning Gel Cleanser”
    • “Melted blackheads right off — COSRX BHA Blackhead Power Liquid”
    • “kept me matte all day — KORRES Santorini Grape Poreless Skin Cream”
  • Unpleasant scent or strong fragrance Sometimes NotedOften Mentioned
    • “smells like chemicals — COSRX Low pH Good Morning Gel Cleanser”
    • “smells like onions — COSRX The Retinol 0.1 Cream”
    • “smells like tea tree/medicinal — COSRX Oil-Free Ultra-Moisturizing Lotion (with Birch Sap)”
    • “smells like babies — KORRES Greek Yoghurt Foaming Cream Cleanser”
  • Small size and packaging issues Often MentionedOften Mentioned
    • “only 20mls... significantly less product — COSRX The Hyaluronic Acid 3 Serum”
    • “tube is tiny — COSRX The Retinol 0.1 Cream”
    • “Needs a pump — KORRES Foaming Cream Cleanser”
    • “jar is very small — KORRES Santorini Grape Poreless Skin Cream”
  • Drying or stripping effects Sometimes NotedSometimes Noted
    • “felt tight after an hour — KORRES Santorini Grape Poreless Skin Cream”
    • “left my face tight — COSRX Low pH Good Morning Gel Cleanser”

COSRX vs KORRES routines for dry skin

Buy KORRES routine · SAR 1,028.78 · 94% fitBuy COSRX routine · SAR 690.19 · 83% fitSee multi-brand routine · 96% fit

COSRX vs KORRES routines for oily skin

Buy KORRES routine · SAR 1,461.44 · 93% fitBuy COSRX routine · SAR 843.29 · 90% fitSee multi-brand routine · 97% fit

COSRX vs KORRES routines for combination skin

Buy KORRES routine · SAR 1,293.58 · 94% fitBuy COSRX routine · SAR 735.92 · 89% fitSee multi-brand routine · 97% fit

Questions and answers

COSRX or KORRES: which is better?

Both brands offer solid options, but COSRX is Lovi fit superior for oily acne-prone skin and offers better acne control, while KORRES is Lovi fit superior for dry skin and sensitive skin. Additionally, the products on this page from COSRX feature no fragrance in almost all items, whereas every KORRES product on this page includes fragrance.

What is the difference between COSRX and KORRES?

COSRX is best for acne-prone and oily skin, while KORRES is best for sensitive and dry skin. Reviewers often mention COSRX for effective acne control, whereas KORRES is praised for gentle cleansers and hydrating moisturizers.

COSRX or KORRES for dry skin?

For dry skin, KORRES has a Superior routine fit while COSRX has a High routine fit. Reviewers mention that KORRES offers hydrating and velvety moisturizers, whereas COSRX products on this page provide deep hydration and moisturization.

COSRX or KORRES: which cleanser is better?

KORRES provides gentler and non-stripping cleansers than COSRX, as the products on this page feature gentle and non-stripping cleansers that are mostly mentioned by reviewers. Meanwhile, COSRX cleanser products on this page often receive lower fit ratings for certain skin types, such as a Low fit for acne-prone skin with the Low pH Good Morning Gel Cleanser.

Which is more affordable, COSRX or KORRES?

The provided page facts do not mention the prices of COSRX or KORRES products, so this comparison cannot be made.

Between COSRX and KORRES, which brand is better for managing skin with dark spots?

For managing skin with dark spots, Lovi rates COSRX as High and KORRES as Superior. Reviewers note that COSRX does better for effective acne and pore control, while KORRES products on this page all contain fragrance.

How do the fragrance options differ between COSRX and KORRES products?

COSRX products on this page are mostly fragrance-free, with only one product listing fragrance, whereas all KORRES products on this page include fragrance.

Which brand offers better routine fit for dry sensitive skin, COSRX or KORRES?

KORRES has a Superior routine fit for dry sensitive skin, whereas COSRX has a High fit. KORRES features gentle and non-stripping cleansers alongside hydrating and velvety moisturizers.

COSRX or KORRES for oily skin?

For oily skin, both COSRX and KORRES have a Superior routine fit level on Lovi. COSRX features a broader range of products dedicated to oily and acne-prone skin, such as its salicylic acid and BHA treatments, whereas KORRES offers lightweight moisturizers like its Santorini Grape Poreless Skin Cream.

COSRX or KORRES: which moisturizer is better?

Both COSRX and KORRES offer effective moisturizers, with COSRX products on this page frequently featuring lightweight absorption and deep hydration while KORRES is known for its hydrating and velvety moisturizers. COSRX has a high routine fit for dry skin, whereas KORRES has a superior routine fit for dry skin.

COSRX or KORRES for sensitive skin?

For sensitive skin, Lovi rates COSRX as having a Superior routine fit and KORRES as having a Superior routine fit, making them equal. Reviewers find that COSRX does better for soothing and calming sensitive skin.

COSRX or KORRES for acne-prone skin?

For acne-prone skin, Lovi rates both COSRX and KORRES as having a Superior routine fit. COSRX features a broad range of products on this page tailored for acne, whereas KORRES focuses on gentle and non-stripping cleansers.

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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