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Biore vs Elemis

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Biore and Elemis are a Japanese skincare brand founded in 1980 and a British skincare brand founded in 1989, respectively. The former is beloved for its thoughtful range of sunscreens, cleansers, masks, and makeup removers, while Elemis is known for its expertly formulated serums, moisturizers, cleansers, toners, and more, enriched with nourishing ingredients like glycerin and shea. Biore suits sensitive skin and combination skin best due to its gentle yet thorough nature, whereas the British brand suits dry, balanced, and sensitive skin best thanks to its gentle and deeply hydrating formulations. Ultimately, the two differ in their origins, specific product lineups, and key ingredient profiles, offering distinct paths to daily care.

Biore is a Japanese skincare brand founded in 1980 and owned by Kao Corporation.

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Elemis is a British skincare brand founded in 1989 and owned by L'Occitane Group since 2019.

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

Popular Biore vs Elemis products

People Say

BioreElemis
  • Skin Cleansing and Makeup Removal Mostly MentionedSometimes Noted
    • “Gets the gunk out — Biore Deep Cleansing Pore Strips”
    • “Face feels squeaky clean — Biore Deep Pore Charcoal Cleanser”
    • “Removes waterproof mascara, eyeliner, foundation. — Biore Makeup Remover Perfect Oil”
    • “melts waterproof mascara — Elemis Pro-Collagen Cleansing Balm”
  • Texture and Lightweight Feel Often MentionedMostly Mentioned
    • “Absorbs almost immediately, and my skin feels well hydrated all day. — Elemis Pro-Collagen Marine Cream”
    • “whipped silk feel — Elemis Superfood Midnight Facial”
    • “cloud-light gel formula — Elemis Pro-Collagen Eye Revive Mask”
    • “melts into skin — Biore UV Aqua Rich”
  • Hydration and Moisture Sometimes NotedMostly Mentioned
    • “The cream really hydrates and my face looks amazing. — Elemis Pro-Collagen Night Cream”
    • “Quenches thirsty skin... immediate improvement. — Elemis Pro-Collagen Marine Cream”
    • “skin feels baby soft — Elemis Pro-Collagen Cleansing Balm”
    • “feels like a moisturizer — Biore UV Aqua Rich”
  • Skin Smoothing and Texture Improvement Sometimes NotedOften Mentioned
    • “baby soft — Elemis Dynamic Resurfacing Facial Pads”
    • “skin feels baby soft — Elemis Papaya Enzyme Peel”
    • “skin feels baby-soft — Elemis Dynamic Resurfacing Facial Wash”
    • “Leaves skin feeling clean — Biore Deep Cleansing Pore Strips”
  • Makeup Compatibility and Base Sometimes NotedRarely Noted
    • “primer-like — Biore UV Aqua Rich”
    • “Sits nicely under make up... perfect base. — Elemis Pro-Collagen Marine Cream”
  • Exfoliation and Radiance Not notedOften Mentioned
    • “non-stripping formula — Elemis Dynamic Resurfacing Facial Wash”
    • “healthy glow — Elemis Dynamic Resurfacing Facial Pads”
    • “non-irritating — Elemis Dynamic Resurfacing Facial Pads”
  • Skin Irritation and Sensitivities Mostly MentionedSometimes Noted
    • “blurry vision — Elemis Pro-Collagen Cleansing Balm”
    • “Developed milia and closed comedones. — Elemis Pro-Collagen Marine Cream”
    • “dryness — Elemis Dynamic Resurfacing Facial Pads”
    • “stings eyes — Biore UV Aqua Rich”
  • High Price and Value Concerns Not notedMostly Mentioned
    • “Complete waste of money for me. — Elemis Pro-Collagen Marine Cream”
  • Fragrance and Scent Profile Often MentionedOften Mentioned
    • “smells like alcohol — Biore UV Aqua Rich”
    • “Smells like chemicals — Biore Deep Pore Charcoal Cleanser”
    • “The smell is very strong... could not handle for long. — Elemis Pro-Collagen Marine Cream”
    • “smell is too strong — Elemis Pro-Collagen Cleansing Balm”
  • Application and Packaging Issues Often MentionedSometimes Noted
    • “jar looks half empty — Elemis Superfood Midnight Facial”
    • “It peels horribly no matter how I apply it. — Elemis Pro-Collagen Marine Cream”
    • “tube feels half empty — Elemis Papaya Enzyme Peel”
    • “Stains the sink — Biore Deep Pore Charcoal Cleanser”
  • Product Ineffectiveness and Lack of Results Sometimes NotedSometimes Noted
    • “Doesn't get all blackheads — Biore Deep Cleansing Pore Strips”
    • “Doesn't shrink pores — Biore Deep Cleansing Pore Strips”
    • “didn't see a difference — Elemis Papaya Enzyme Peel”
    • “didn't see difference — Elemis Dynamic Resurfacing Facial Wash”

Questions and answers

Biore or Elemis: which is better?

Elemis does better for hydration and moisture, while Biore stands out for skin cleansing and makeup removal. Every Biore product on this page lists no fragrance, whereas Elemis has products with fragrance and sometimes notes skin irritation.

What is the difference between Biore and Elemis?

Biore is a Japanese brand known for everyday cleansing and makeup removal products on this page that list no fragrance, while Elemis is a British luxury brand offering a wide range of moisturizers and treatments focused on hydration and skin smoothing.

Biore or Elemis: which cleanser is better?

For skin cleansing, Biore does better according to the review themes on this page. Lovi rates the Biore Deep Pore Charcoal Cleanser with an Average fit for oily and acne-prone skin, while the Elemis Superfood Facial Wash has an Average fit for those same skin types.

Which is more affordable, Biore or Elemis?

Biore is more affordable, as Elemis frequently faces review complaints regarding a high price point.

Which causes fewer breakouts, Biore or Elemis?

When it comes to breakouts, reviewers on Lovi find that both Biore and Elemis perform similarly regarding product ineffectiveness and lack of results. However, looking at individual options like the Elemis Pro-Collagen Night Cream, it may achieve a High fit for acne-prone skin.

Which brand has products that are better for skin hydration and moisture?

Elemis is better for hydration and moisture, as review themes show the brand does better in this category. The products on this page help deliver hydrating moisturizers and moisture support.

How do the fragrance options differ between Biore and Elemis products?

When it comes to fragrance, every product on the Biore page lists no fragrance in its ingredients, whereas most Elemis products on this page include fragrance.

Which brand performs better for skin cleansing and makeup removal?

Biore performs better for skin cleansing and makeup removal according to the review themes on this page.

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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