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SKIN1004 vs Geek & Gorgeous

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SKIN1004 and Geek & Gorgeous are trusted skincare labels offering targeted solutions for diverse complexions. The Korean originator relies on centella asiatica, hyaluronic acid, and niacinamide across toners, moisturizers, sunscreens, and masks to suit dry and oily skin. Meanwhile, the European counterpart utilizes precise, science-backed formulas in serums, moisturizers, cleansers, and toners tailored for sensitive, acne-prone, and maturing skin. While both deliver dependable care through distinct ingredient philosophies, their differing compositions address specific concerns ranging from dark spots to loss of firmness.

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 Geek & Gorgeous products; for every product of both brands, with a fit score for your own skin, use the Lovi app.

Popular SKIN1004 vs Geek & Gorgeous products

People Say

SKIN1004Geek & Gorgeous
  • Lightweight texture Mostly MentionedMostly 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”
    • “sinks in fast — Geek & Gorgeous Hydration Station”
    • “Water-like consistency — Geek & Gorgeous C-Glow Vitamin C Serum”
  • Soothing and calming Mostly MentionedOften 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 irritation instantly — SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Quick Calming Pad”
    • “calms red, irritated skin — Geek & Gorgeous Liquid Hydration”
  • Value and pricing Rarely NotedOften Mentioned
    • “Great value — Geek & Gorgeous C-Glow Vitamin C Serum”
    • “You really get a lot for your money — Geek & Gorgeous A-Game 5”
    • “unbeatable price — Geek & Gorgeous Jelly Joker”
    • “huge bottle — SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Toning Toner”
  • Ideal for oily skin and non-comedogenic Sometimes NotedOften Mentioned
    • “only moisturizer I can use — Geek & Gorgeous Hydration Station”
    • “T-zone is much less oily — Geek & Gorgeous B-Bomb”
    • “perfect for oily skin — SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Poremizing Light Gel Cream”
  • Cleansing and wash experience Sometimes NotedSometimes Noted
    • “doesn't strip my skin — SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Tone Brightening Cleansing Gel Foam”
    • “Dissolves waterproof mascara and sunscreen effortlessly. — SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Light Cleansing Oil”
    • “perfect for damaged barrier — Geek & Gorgeous Jelly Joker”
    • “doesn't sting eyes — Geek & Gorgeous Jelly Joker”
  • Hydration and moisture Often MentionedNot noted
    • “Gives my dehydrated skin a moisture surge — SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Watergel Sheet Ampoule Mask”
    • “skin feels plump — SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Hyalu-Cica Water-Fit Sun Serum”
    • “leaves no oily film — SKIN1004 Hyalu-Cica Moisture Cream”
  • Insufficient hydration Sometimes NotedSometimes Noted
    • “not enough for dry skin — SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Poremizing Light Gel Cream”
    • “not moisturizing enough — SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Toning Toner”
    • “not enough for winter — Geek & Gorgeous Hydration Station”
    • “not intensely hydrating — Geek & Gorgeous Liquid Hydration”
  • Breakouts and skin reactions Rarely NotedOften Mentioned
    • “Caused small whiteheads/closed comedones on my forehead. — SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Light Cleansing Oil”
    • “caused tiny bumps — SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Toning Toner”
    • “caused cystic acne — SKIN1004 Hyalu-CICA Blue Serum”
    • “gave me closed comedones — Geek & Gorgeous Hydration Station”
  • Scent and fragrance dislike Sometimes NotedSometimes Noted
    • “smells like wet dog — SKIN1004 Zombie Pack”
    • “Has a strong herbal/citrus scent I didn't enjoy. — SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Light Cleansing Oil”
    • “Smells like "hotdog water" — Geek & Gorgeous C-Glow Vitamin C Serum”
    • “Subtle chemical scent — Geek & Gorgeous A-Game 5”

Questions and answers

SKIN1004 or Geek & Gorgeous: which is better?

SKIN1004 does better for soothing, calming, hydration, and moisture, while Geek & Gorgeous does better for value, pricing, and suitability for oily skin. Both brands offer fragrance-free products on this page.

What is the difference between SKIN1004 and Geek & Gorgeous?

SKIN1004 is better for soothing and calming and for hydration and moisture, while Geek & Gorgeous is better for value and pricing and is ideal for oily skin and non-comedogenic products. Both brands feature fragrance-free formulations across the products on this page.

SKIN1004 or Geek & Gorgeous: which cleanser is better?

Both SKIN1004 and Geek & Gorgeous offer strong cleansing options, with SKIN1004 featuring products like the Madagascar Centella Tone Brightening Cleansing Gel Foam and Geek & Gorgeous featuring Jelly Joker. Lovi rates Jelly Joker as a Superior fit for dry and sensitive skin, while SKIN1004's cleansing gel foam achieves a Superior fit for dry sensitive skin, dry skin, and oily acne-prone skin.

Which is more affordable, SKIN1004 or Geek & Gorgeous?

Geek & Gorgeous does better for value and pricing compared to SKIN1004.

Which causes fewer breakouts, SKIN1004 or Geek & Gorgeous?

Geek & Gorgeous does better for avoiding breakouts, whereas reviewer themes note breakouts and skin reactions for SKIN1004.

Between SKIN1004 and Geek & Gorgeous, which brand is better for soothing and calming the skin?

SKIN1004 does better than Geek & Gorgeous for soothing and calming the skin. Lovi finds that SKIN1004 products on this page list key ingredients like Centella asiatica and panthenol, which help calm irritation.

American Journal of Clinical Dermatology, 2002

Which brand offers better hydration and moisture according to the review themes, SKIN1004 or Geek & Gorgeous?

According to the review themes, SKIN1004 does better for hydration and moisture. The products on this page feature key ingredients like hyaluronic acid, which helps with skin quality and moisture.

Dermatologic Therapy, 2022

Which of the two brands is rated better for being ideal for oily skin and non-comedogenic formulas?

Geek & Gorgeous does better for being ideal for oily skin and non-comedogenic formulas.

SKIN1004 or Geek & Gorgeous: which moisturizer is better?

SKIN1004 is better for hydration and moisture, featuring options like its Tea-Trica B5 Cream, which Lovi rates as a Superior fit for oily acne-prone and dry skin types. Geek & Gorgeous offers products like Hydration Station, which Lovi rates as an Average fit for dry and oily skin types.

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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