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SKIN1004 vs Dr. Althea

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SKIN1004 and Dr. Althea are Korean skincare brands offering thoughtful formulas for diverse complexions. The former features centella asiatica, hyaluronic acid, and niacinamide across toners, moisturizers, sunscreens, and masks, suiting dry and oily skin best. Meanwhile, the latter focuses on gentle moisturizers, cleansers, makeup removers, and serums that suit dry and mature skin best. While both deliver targeted care for concerns like acne, dark spots, and aging, they differ in their signature ingredients and specific product lineups.

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

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Dr. Althea is a Korean skincare brand founded in 2014 and owned by The Pure Lab Co., Ltd..

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

Popular SKIN1004 vs Dr. Althea products

People Say

SKIN1004Dr. Althea
  • 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”
    • “hydrating but light — Dr. Althea 345 Relief Cream”
    • “calms redness — Dr. Althea 345 Relief Cream”
  • Clean finish and gentle cleansing Often MentionedMostly Mentioned
    • “doesn't dry out my face — Dr. Althea Amino Acid Gentle Bubble Cleanser”
    • “skin doesn't feel stripped — Dr. Althea Amino Gel Cleanser”
    • “great for sensitive skin — Dr. Althea Vitamin C Boosting Serum”
    • “Turns milky immediately and washes off completely. — SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Light Cleansing Oil”
  • Lightweight 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 beautifully — Dr. Althea 345 Relief Cream”
  • Exfoliation and smoothing Sometimes NotedSometimes Noted
    • “Melts instantly — Dr. Althea Pure Grinding Cleansing Balm”
    • “faded acne scars — Dr. Althea 345 Relief Cream”
    • “skin feels super soft — SKIN1004 Zombie Pack”
  • Pleasant application Rarely NotedSometimes Noted
    • “rich but non-greasy — Dr. Althea Barrier Cream”
    • “foams up well — Dr. Althea Amino Gel Cleanser”
    • “absorbs quickly — SKIN1004 Probio-Cica Bakuchiol Eye Cream”
  • Lightweight and fast absorption Sometimes NotedSometimes Noted
    • “absorbs practically immediately — SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Poremizing Light Gel Cream”
    • “Sinks in instantly — SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Tone Brightening Boosting Toner”
    • “absorbs quickly — Dr. Althea Vitamin C Boosting Serum”
  • Irritation and sensory issues Often MentionedSometimes Noted
    • “smells like wet dog — SKIN1004 Zombie Pack”
    • “hard to wash off — SKIN1004 Zombie Pack”
    • “smells like plants — Dr. Althea 345 Relief Cream”
    • “clinical scent — Dr. Althea Barrier Cream”
  • Insufficient moisture and hydration Sometimes NotedRarely Noted
    • “not enough for dry skin — Dr. Althea 345 Relief Cream”
    • “not enough for dry skin — SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Poremizing Light Gel Cream”
  • Size and pricing complaints Rarely NotedSometimes Noted
    • “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”
    • “Runs out fast — Dr. Althea Pure Grinding Cleansing Balm”

SKIN1004 vs Dr. Althea routines for dry skin

Buy Dr. Althea routine · S$125.10 · 91% fitBuy SKIN1004 routine · S$38.94 · 86% fitSee multi-brand routine · 99% fit

SKIN1004 vs Dr. Althea routines for oily skin

Buy Dr. Althea routine · S$322.85 · 88% fitBuy SKIN1004 routine · S$152.56 · 86% fitSee multi-brand routine · 96% fit

SKIN1004 vs Dr. Althea routines for combination skin

Buy Dr. Althea routine · S$219.15 · 88% fitBuy SKIN1004 routine · S$152.56 · 86% fitSee multi-brand routine · 97% fit

Questions and answers

SKIN1004 or Dr. Althea: which is better?

Both SKIN1004 and Dr. Althea are strong South Korean skincare brands, but they fit best for slightly different needs, with SKIN1004 offering a Superior routine fit for dry skin and Dr. Althea offering a Superior routine fit for mature skin.

What is the difference between SKIN1004 and Dr. Althea?

SKIN1004 is known for lightweight textures across the products on this page, while Dr. Althea offers a clean finish and gentle cleansing.

SKIN1004 or Dr. Althea for dry skin?

For dry skin, both SKIN1004 and Dr. Althea are great choices, with Lovi rating SKIN1004 as High and Dr. Althea as Superior for this skin type. Reviewers mostly mention that products on this page from SKIN1004 provide lightweight and soothing moisturizers, while Dr. Althea products on this page offer soothing and hydrating moisturizers.

SKIN1004 or Dr. Althea: which cleanser is better?

Both brands offer solid options, but Dr. Althea provides a cleaner finish and gentler cleansing for the products on this page. Reviewers frequently note that Dr. Althea features gentle and soothing cleansers.

Which is more affordable, SKIN1004 or Dr. Althea?

Skin1004 faces size and pricing complaints on this page, whereas Dr. Althea does not.

Do SKIN1004 products contain any artificial fragrance?

SKIN1004 products on this page list no fragrance in their ingredients.

Which brand performs better for mature skin routines?

Dr. Althea performs better for mature skin routines, offering a Superior routine fit compared to the High fit provided by SKIN1004. Both brands feature fragrance-free products on this page.

What are the main key ingredients found across SKIN1004 products?

The main key ingredients found across the products on this page for SKIN1004 are Centella asiatica, Hyaluronic acid, Niacinamide, and Panthenol.

SKIN1004 or Dr. Althea for oily skin?

Both SKIN1004 and Dr. Althea are great options for oily skin, as Lovi rates the routine fit for both brands as High. SKIN1004 is particularly known for lightweight textures, while Dr. Althea is praised for its gentle cleansers.

SKIN1004 or Dr. Althea: which moisturizer is better?

When comparing moisturizers, SKIN1004 is better for a lightweight texture, while Dr. Althea is better for hydrating moisturizers and soothing moisturizers.

SKIN1004 or Dr. Althea for sensitive skin?

Both SKIN1004 and Dr. Althea have a High routine fit for sensitive skin according to Lovi.

SKIN1004 or Dr. Althea for acne-prone skin?

Both SKIN1004 and Dr. Althea offer a High routine fit for acne-prone skin, with SKIN1004 featuring standout products like the Madagascar Centella Poremizing Clear Toner and Dr. Althea providing the Amino Acid Gentle Bubble Cleanser.

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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