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Minimalist vs KORRES

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Minimalist and KORRES are two distinct skincare lines known for thoughtfully formulated moisturizers, gentle cleansers, and specialized treatments. Minimalist focuses on science-led sunscreens, moisturizers, and cleansers that suit acne-prone and oily skin best, while KORRES offers balancing, nourishing foundations that suit sensitive and acne-prone skin best. Both brands differ in their formulation philosophy, with the Indian brand emphasizing targeted active ingredients for specific concerns and the Greek favorite highlighting natural, harmonious botanicals.

Minimalist is an Indian skincare brand founded in 2020 and owned by Unilever PLC since 2025.

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

Popular Minimalist vs KORRES products

People Say

MinimalistKORRES
  • Moisturizing and hydrating formulas Often MentionedOften Mentioned
    • “very moisturizing — Minimalist SPF 50 Sunscreen”
    • “calmed it when my skin was super irritated — Minimalist Vitamin B5 10% Moisturizer”
    • “saved my dry skin — KORRES Velvet Skin Drink”
  • Lightweight texture Often MentionedOften Mentioned
    • “absorbs quickly and doesn't feel greasy — Minimalist Vitamin B5 10% Moisturizer”
    • “absorbs instantly — KORRES Santorini Grape Poreless Skin Cream”
    • “rich... without being greasy — KORRES Bounce Firming Moisturizer”
  • Good for oily skin and oil control Mostly MentionedSometimes Noted
    • “perfect moisturizer for oily skin — Minimalist Vitamin B5 10% Moisturizer”
    • “keeps skin oil-free for hours — Minimalist Salicylic Acid + LHA 2% Face Cleanser”
    • “kept me matte all day — KORRES Santorini Grape Poreless Skin Cream”
  • Gentle and non-stripping Often MentionedOften Mentioned
    • “Leaves skin soft — KORRES Foaming Cream Cleanser”
    • “leaves face soft and smooth — KORRES Greek Yoghurt Foaming Cream Cleanser”
    • “doesn't make skin feel tight — Minimalist Salicylic Acid + LHA 2% Face Cleanser”
  • Beneficial and gentle ingredients Mostly MentionedNot noted
    • “love the niacinamide — Minimalist SPF 50 Sunscreen”
    • “zero smell — Minimalist Vitamin B5 10% Moisturizer”
    • “great for sensitive skin — Minimalist Salicylic Acid + LHA 2% Face Cleanser”
  • Creamy and rich textures Not notedMostly Mentioned
    • “feels like velvet — KORRES Velvet Skin Drink”
    • “Luxurious foam — KORRES Foaming Cream Cleanser”
    • “creamy and luxurious feel — KORRES Greek Yoghurt Foaming Cream Cleanser”
  • Fragrance sensitivity and strong scent Not notedOften Mentioned
    • “smells like babies — KORRES Greek Yoghurt Foaming Cream Cleanser”
  • Not for dry skin Sometimes NotedSometimes Noted
    • “not moisturizing enough — Minimalist Vitamin B5 10% Moisturizer”
    • “felt tight after an hour — KORRES Santorini Grape Poreless Skin Cream”
  • Packaging issues Sometimes NotedSometimes Noted
    • “cap leaks during travel — Minimalist Salicylic Acid + LHA 2% Face Cleanser”
    • “Needs a pump — KORRES Foaming Cream Cleanser”
    • “hard to control amount — KORRES Greek Yoghurt Foaming Cream Cleanser”

Minimalist vs KORRES routines for dry skin

Buy KORRES routine · SAR 1,028.78 · 94% fitBuy Minimalist routine · SAR 740.96 · 83% fitSee multi-brand routine · 96% fit

Minimalist vs KORRES routines for oily skin

Buy Minimalist routine · SAR 1,201.67 · 94% fitBuy KORRES routine · SAR 1,461.44 · 93% fitSee multi-brand routine · 97% fit

Minimalist vs KORRES routines for combination skin

Buy KORRES routine · SAR 1,293.58 · 94% fitBuy Minimalist routine · SAR 1,033.81 · 93% fitSee multi-brand routine · 97% fit

Questions and answers

Minimalist or KORRES: which is better?

Minimalist and KORRES both fit oily, acne-prone, and combination skin at a Superior level, while KORRES offers a Superior routine fit for sensitive skin compared to Minimalist's High level. Minimalist features fragrance-free products on this page, whereas KORRES products on this page contain fragrance and often face scent complaints.

What is the difference between Minimalist and KORRES?

Minimalist products on this page list no fragrance, whereas KORRES products on this page all include fragrance. Reviewers note that Minimalist does better for moisturizing formulas and oil control, while KORRES does better for gentle and non-stripping cleanses.

Minimalist or KORRES for dry skin?

For dry skin, KORRES has a Superior routine fit compared to the High fit of Minimalist. Every KORRES product on this page lists fragrance, whereas all Minimalist products list no fragrance.

Minimalist or KORRES: which moisturizer is better?

Minimalist offers better moisturizing and hydrating formulas compared to KORRES according to the review themes on this page. Reviewers often mention fragrance and scent complaints for KORRES products, whereas every Minimalist product on this page lists no fragrance.

Which is more affordable, Minimalist or KORRES?

KORRES is often noted by reviewers for high price and value concerns, whereas Minimalist does not have these complaints on the page. Both brands offer products on this page with varying price points.

Minimalist or KORRES: which brand has no fragrance in its products?

Minimalist is the brand where every product on this page lists no fragrance in its ingredients, whereas KORRES includes fragrance across all five of its products listed here.

Minimalist or KORRES: which brand is better for mature skin?

For mature skin, KORRES achieves a Superior Lovi fit level while Minimalist reaches a High fit level. The products on this page by KORRES offer rich and creamy cleansers as well as hydrating and velvety moisturizers, though some shoppers note fragrance and scent complaints.

Minimalist or KORRES: which brand has a better routine fit for dry skin?

KORRES has a Superior routine fit for dry skin, whereas Minimalist has a High routine fit for the products on this page.

Minimalist or KORRES for oily skin?

Both Minimalist and KORRES achieve a Superior Lovi fit for oily skin. The products on this page from Minimalist list no fragrance, whereas all KORRES products on this page contain fragrance.

Minimalist or KORRES for sensitive skin?

For sensitive skin, KORRES achieves a Superior Lovi fit, whereas Minimalist reaches a High fit. Reviewers note that KORRES offers gentle and non-stripping cleansers, though every KORRES product on this page lists fragrance, while every Minimalist product on this page lists no fragrance.

Minimalist or KORRES for acne-prone skin?

For acne-prone skin, both Minimalist and KORRES are great choices, with Lovi giving them equal, high-level routine fits. Minimalist focuses on acne-prone, oily, and combination skin, while the products on this page for KORRES also feature gentle 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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