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SKIN1004 vs Eminence

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SKIN1004 and Eminence are distinguished skincare lines that offer thoughtful botanical formulations for varied complexions. The Korean brand features centella asiatica, hyaluronic acid, and niacinamide across versatile toners, moisturizers, sunscreens, and masks that suit dry and oily skin best. Meanwhile, Eminence is widely beloved for its deeply nourishing moisturizers and the pure botanical potency of its formulas, suiting dry, sensitive, and combination skin types best. While both lines provide targeted care for specific concerns such as acne, dark spots, and mature skin, they differ in their foundational ingredients and regional origins.

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

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

Popular SKIN1004 vs Eminence products

People Say

SKIN1004Eminence
  • Lightweight texture Mostly MentionedMostly Mentioned
    • “sunk in like a dream — SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Hyalu-Cica Water-Fit Sun Serum”
    • “zero white cast — SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Hyalu-Cica Water-Fit Sun Serum”
    • “doesn't feel heavy — Eminence Clear Skin Probiotic Moisturizer”
    • “Not too thick — Eminence Arctic Berry Peptide Radiance Cream”
  • Soothing and calming effects Mostly MentionedMostly Mentioned
    • “calmed my angry skin — SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Toning Toner”
    • “Eliminated redness on my easily irritated skin — SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Watergel Sheet Ampoule Mask”
    • “calms my irritation — Eminence Calm Skin Chamomile Moisturizer”
    • “cooling effect — Eminence Clear Skin Probiotic Moisturizer”
  • Hydration and moisture Often MentionedMostly Mentioned
    • “skin feels baby soft — Eminence Calm Skin Chamomile Moisturizer”
    • “Skin feels soft — Eminence Arctic Berry Peptide Radiance Cream”
    • “hydrates without leaving me shiny — Eminence Clear Skin Probiotic Moisturizer”
    • “Gives my dehydrated skin a moisture surge — SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Watergel Sheet Ampoule Mask”
  • Cleansing and purification Sometimes NotedOften Mentioned
    • “cleared up my acne — Eminence Clear Skin Probiotic Moisturizer”
    • “doesn't strip my skin — SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Tone Brightening Cleansing Gel Foam”
  • Elegant texture and absorption Rarely NotedOften Mentioned
    • “buttery and great — Eminence Calm Skin Chamomile Moisturizer”
    • “Smells like heaven — Eminence Arctic Berry Peptide Radiance Cream”
    • “Sinks in instantly — SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Tone Brightening Boosting Toner”
  • Skin smoothing and anti-aging Sometimes NotedSometimes Noted
    • “skin feels super soft — SKIN1004 Zombie Pack”
    • “strong tightening effect — SKIN1004 Zombie Pack”
    • “Skin appears firmed — Eminence Arctic Berry Peptide Radiance Cream”
  • High price point Rarely NotedOften 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”
    • “pricey but worth it — Eminence Calm Skin Chamomile Moisturizer”
  • Scent and fragrance preferences 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”
    • “fragrance is terrible — Eminence Calm Skin Chamomile Moisturizer”
  • Moisture deficiency Sometimes NotedOften Mentioned
    • “not enough for dry skin — SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Poremizing Light Gel Cream”
    • “not moisturizing enough — SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Toning Toner”
    • “feels quite dry when applied — Eminence Calm Skin Chamomile Moisturizer”
    • “didn't feel hydrating enough — Eminence Clear Skin Probiotic Moisturizer”

Questions and answers

SKIN1004 or Eminence: which is better?

SKIN1004 is often preferred over Eminence for its lower price point and lack of strong scent dislikes, whereas the products on this page for Eminence excel particularly in hydration, moisture, and absorption.

What is the difference between SKIN1004 and Eminence?

SKIN1004 products on this page offer better pricing and scent profiles, whereas Eminence scores higher for hydration, moisture, and cleansing. Both brands provide soothing effects and lightweight textures.

SKIN1004 or Eminence: which moisturizer is better?

When comparing moisturizers, Eminence offers higher hydration while SKIN1004 products on this page provide lighter textures with no added fragrance. Hyaluronic acid helps improve skin moisture and elasticity.

Dermatologic Therapy, 2022

Which is more affordable, SKIN1004 or Eminence?

SKIN1004 does better on price, as high price point is noted as a negative review theme for Eminence.

Which causes fewer breakouts, SKIN1004 or Eminence?

When comparing breakouts between the two brands on this page, SKIN1004 features a broader selection of products rated with a Superior Lovi fit for acne-prone skin.

How do the founding years and company ownership compare between SKIN1004 and Eminence?

SKIN1004 was founded in South Korea in 2012 and has been owned by Goodai Global Inc. since 2024, whereas Eminence was founded earlier in 1958 and remains independently owned.

Which brand has more product options listed for dry skin, SKIN1004 or Eminence?

SKIN1004 has significantly more product options listed for dry skin than Eminence across the products on this page. Reviewers note that SKIN1004 products provide soothing and lightweight toners as well as hydrating and soothing masks.

What key ingredients are found across SKIN1004 products?

Centella asiatica, hyaluronic acid, niacinamide, and panthenol are the key ingredients found across the products on this page for SKIN1004. Topical hyaluronic acid helps improve skin quality and signs of skin aging.

Dermatologic Therapy, 2022Journal of Pharmacy & Pharmaceutical Sciences, 2015

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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