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SKIN1004 vs Clarins

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SKIN1004 and Clarins are two distinct skincare brands offering diverse toners, moisturizers, serums, sunscreens, and masks. The Korean brand features centella asiatica, hyaluronic acid, and niacinamide to suit dry and oily skin, whereas the French brand relies on nourishing shea and squalane for sensitive and acne-prone skin. Both labels deliver targeted care through formulations that gently address aging, dark spots, and blemishes.

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

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Clarins is a French skincare brand founded in 1954 and owned by Famille C (Groupe Clarins).

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

Popular SKIN1004 vs Clarins products

People Say

SKIN1004Clarins
  • Hydrating and soothing Mostly 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”
    • “skin drinks it up — Clarins Double Serum”
    • “insane how cooling it is — Clarins Cryo-Flash Cream-Mask”
  • Lightweight and fast-absorbing texture Mostly MentionedOften 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”
    • “absorbs like water — SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Toning Toner”
    • “absorbs immediately — Clarins Double Serum Eye”
  • No white cast and good under makeup Rarely NotedSometimes Noted
    • “concealer glides on smoothly — Clarins Total Eye Lift”
    • “Perfect primer for any foundation, which all glide on smoothly. — Clarins Beauty Flash Balm”
    • “concealer sits better — Clarins Double Serum Eye”
    • “zero white cast — SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Hyalu-Cica Water-Fit Sun Serum”
  • Exfoliation and smoothing Sometimes NotedSometimes Noted
    • “skin feels super soft — SKIN1004 Zombie Pack”
    • “gentle enough for daily use — SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Toning Toner”
    • “neck feels smoother — Clarins Extra-Firming Neck & Décolleté Cream”
    • “softened crow's feet — Clarins Double Serum Eye”
  • Lifting, firming, and anti-aging Rarely NotedOften Mentioned
    • “neck feels smoother — Clarins Extra-Firming Neck & Décolleté Cream”
    • “visibly tighter, lifted skin — Clarins Super Restorative Night Cream”
    • “plumped my fine lines — Clarins Double Serum”
    • “strong tightening effect — SKIN1004 Zombie Pack”
  • Luxurious texture Not notedOften Mentioned
    • “melting non-oily texture — Clarins Extra-Firming Neck & Décolleté Cream”
    • “Creamy texture feels luxurious upon application — Clarins Extra-Firming Day Cream”
    • “feels like silk — Clarins Double Serum”
  • Small size or high price point Rarely NotedMostly Mentioned
    • “Price is quite steep — SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Watergel Sheet Ampoule Mask”
    • “wish it came in larger size — SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Poremizing Light Gel Cream”
    • “Pricey for daily use — SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Quick Calming Pad”
    • “way too expensive — Clarins Double Serum”
  • Scent dislikes and strong fragrances Sometimes NotedOften Mentioned
    • “smells like wet dog — SKIN1004 Zombie Pack”
    • “Has a strong herbal/citrus scent I didn't enjoy. — SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Light Cleansing Oil”
    • “smells a bit like plastic — SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Tone Brightening Cleansing Gel Foam”
    • “smells like perfume — Clarins Multi-Active Jour”
  • Pump and packaging issues Rarely NotedOften Mentioned
    • “takes 4-5 pumps for face — SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Hyalu-Cica Water-Fit Sun Serum”
    • “The pump shoots the oil out too aggressively. — SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Light Cleansing Oil”
    • “dispenses too much product — Clarins Total Eye Lift”
  • Irritation and sensitivities Sometimes NotedRarely Noted
    • “caused cystic acne — Clarins Double Serum”
    • “caused redness — Clarins Double Serum Eye”
    • “made my face burn — Clarins Cryo-Flash Cream-Mask”
    • “Made my vision blurry/foggy for a while after rinsing. — SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Light Cleansing Oil”

SKIN1004 vs Clarins routines for dry skin

Buy SKIN1004 routine · S$38.94 · 86% fitBuy Clarins routine · S$247.61 · 75% fitSee multi-brand routine · 99% fit

SKIN1004 vs Clarins routines for oily skin

Buy SKIN1004 routine · S$152.56 · 86% fitBuy Clarins routine · S$455.72 · 75% fitSee multi-brand routine · 96% fit

SKIN1004 vs Clarins routines for combination skin

Buy SKIN1004 routine · S$152.56 · 86% fitBuy Clarins routine · S$455.72 · 77% fitSee multi-brand routine · 97% fit

Questions and answers

SKIN1004 or Clarins: which is better?

SKIN1004 is better for lightweight textures and fragrance-free formulas, while Clarins is better for luxurious textures and anti-aging benefits.

What is the difference between SKIN1004 and Clarins?

SKIN1004 products on this page list no fragrance, whereas nearly all Clarins products contain fragrance. Furthermore, SKIN1004 is particularly known for lightweight and fast-absorbing textures, while Clarins is often praised for its luxurious feel and anti-aging benefits.

SKIN1004 or Clarins for dry skin?

Both SKIN1004 and Clarins are a High fit for dry skin. SKIN1004 offers fragrance-free products on this page featuring ingredients like hyaluronic acid that helps hydrate the skin.

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SKIN1004 or Clarins: which cleanser is better?

SKIN1004 is a better choice for cleansers if you prefer fragrance-free options, as every product on its page lists no fragrance, whereas Clarins has frequent complaints about strong fragrance. Both brands offer cleansers that achieve High fit levels for various skin types, but SKIN1004 features formulas centered on ingredients like Centella asiatica and niacinamide.

Which is more affordable, SKIN1004 or Clarins?

Clarins frequently receives negative reviews for having a high price point.

Which brand has products with fragrance, SKIN1004 or Clarins?

Clarins has products with fragrance on its page, while every SKIN1004 product on this page lists no fragrance in its ingredients.

SKIN1004 or Clarins: which brand has better anti-aging and firming results?

Clarins does better than SKIN1004 for lifting, firming, and anti-aging results. Clarins products on this page feature key ingredients like hyaluronic acid to help improve skin quality and signs of skin aging.

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What are the key differences in review complaints between SKIN1004 and Clarins?

When comparing review complaints, SKIN1004 tends to receive feedback about small size or high price point, scent dislikes and strong fragrances, and pump and packaging issues, whereas Clarins is more commonly noted for a high price point, strong fragrance, lack of dramatic or subtle results, and pump or packaging design issues.

SKIN1004 or Clarins for oily skin?

Both SKIN1004 and Clarins achieve a High routine fit for oily skin, though SKIN1004 stands out more for lightweight and fast-absorbing textures.

SKIN1004 or Clarins: which moisturizer is better?

When choosing between SKIN1004 and Clarins moisturizers, both brands offer options with High fit levels for dry, oily, and combination skin on the products on this page. SKIN1004 moisturizers stand out for their lightweight and fast-absorbing textures, while Clarins formulas are frequently noted for luxurious textures and radiance-boosting properties.

SKIN1004 or Clarins for sensitive skin?

Both SKIN1004 and Clarins achieve a High routine fit for sensitive skin, though SKIN1004 lists no fragrance in the products on this page while Clarins often features strong fragrances.

SKIN1004 or Clarins for acne-prone skin?

Both SKIN1004 and Clarins share a High routine fit for acne-prone skin, but SKIN1004 stands out for its fragrance-free formulas and lightweight, soothing toners.

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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