iUNIK skincare
iUNIK is a Korean skincare brand founded in 2016 and owned by Goodai Global Inc. since 2024.
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Skincare enthusiasts love iUNIK for its minimalist approach, offering gentle moisturizers, targeted serums, reliable sunscreens, and soothing makeup removers driven by thoughtful formulas. Its products suit acne-prone skin and dry skin best, thanks to formulations that balance hydration and clarity without irritation. For targeted concerns, the Centella Calming Gel Cream stands out for acne-prone skin, the Beta-Glucan Daily Moisture Cream addresses skin with dark spots, and the Calendula Complete Cleansing Oil caters to mature skin. Across every category, the brand delivers reliable daily care designed to maintain equilibrium.
This page covers some of the most popular iUNIK products; for the whole iUNIK range, with a fit score for every product, use the Lovi app.
People Say
★4.6Overall rating based on 14.6k+ reviewsReviewers most often praise iUNIK for lightweight texture, effective hydration, and soothing sensitive skin. The most common complaints are insufficient hydration for dry skin and stickiness or shine.
Highlights
Non-sticky and fast-absorbing moisturizers Mostly Mentioned
- “Texture is literally gel without any color... lightweight — Centella Calming Gel Cream”
- “Sinks in the skin quite well — Beta-Glucan Daily Moisture Cream”
- “Skin drinks it right up — Centella Calming Gel Cream”
Soothing and calming moisturizers Mostly Mentioned
- “Calms redness instantly — Beta-Glucan Power Moisture Serum”
- “Zaps inflammation dramatically — Centella Calming Gel Cream”
- “Great for post-breakout healing — Beta-Glucan Daily Moisture Cream”
Intense hydration Often Mentioned
- “Deep lasting hydration — Beta-Glucan Power Moisture Serum”
- “Leaves my face soft and plump — Beta-Glucan Daily Moisture Cream”
Good under makeup Sometimes Noted
- “Makeup stays on with no dry patches — Beta-Glucan Daily Moisture Cream”
- “acts as primer — Centella Calming Daily Sunscreen”
Not moisturizing enough Often Mentioned
- “Leaves my skin dry afterwards — Centella Calming Gel Cream”
- “Skin feels dry again after 10 minutes — Beta-Glucan Daily Moisture Cream”
- “Too light for dry skin — Tea Tree Relief Serum”
Caused breakouts Sometimes Noted
- “Broke me out — Beta-Glucan Power Moisture Serum”
- “It irritated [my acne] which is weird — Centella Calming Gel Cream”
- “Caused breakouts without hydration — Beta-Glucan Daily Moisture Cream”
Scent and essential oils Sometimes Noted
- “peculiar smell — Calendula Complete Cleansing Oil”
- “Fragrance is a little strong — Centella Calming Gel Cream”
- “smells like grass — Centella Calming Daily Sunscreen”
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Questions and answers
Is iUNIK good for oily skin?
Is iUNIK worth it?
iUNIK may be worth it for shoppers seeking gentle skincare, as Lovi rates the brand-focused routines High for dry, oily, sensitive, and combination skin, and Superior for acne-prone skin. Reviewers frequently mention that the moisturizers absorb quickly without feeling sticky and provide soothing relief, though some note they are not moisturizing enough.
What are iUNIK's best products?
iUNIK products that fit best are the Centella Calming Gel Cream, Calendula Complete Cleansing Oil, and Tea Tree Relief Serum, which Lovi rates Superior for dry skin. Reviewers often mention intense hydration from these items, though some find them not moisturizing enough.
Which iUNIK moisturizer is best for dry skin?
The Centella Calming Gel Cream is the best moisturizer for dry skin, followed by the Beta-Glucan Daily Moisture Cream and the Beta-Glucan Power Moisture Serum. Lovi rates the Centella Calming Gel Cream Superior for dry skin, while the other two moisturizers rate High.
Does iUNIK cause breakouts?
iUNIK is unlikely to cause breakouts as reviewers sometimes note this effect, but the brand's moisturizers and cleansers generally suit acne-prone skin well with High fit levels.
Is iUNIK fragrance-free?
Yes, every product from iUNIK on this page lists no fragrance in its ingredients. Reviewers occasionally note scent and essential oils, but the brand provides fragrance-free options.
What are the key ingredients in iUNIK products?
iUNIK products feature key ingredients such as Centella asiatica, beta-glucan, tea tree extract, and calendula. These ingredients help soothe, hydrate, and calm the skin. Lovi rates the brand-focused routines High for dry skin.
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How do I build a iUNIK skincare routine?
To build an iUNIK routine for dry skin in the morning, apply a cleanser, a hydrating toner, the Centella Calming Gel Cream, and the Centella Calming Daily Sunscreen. In the evening, use the Calendula Complete Cleansing Oil, a cleanser, the Tea Tree Relief Serum, and the Centella Calming Gel Cream. Once a week, add the Vita Essential Mask into your evening steps after the serum.
Where can I buy iUNIK, and how much does it cost?
iUNIK products on this page are available in United Kingdom stores, with prices ranging from £12.00 to £15.05 and most costing between £12.40 and £14.40.
What are good alternatives to iUNIK?
Good alternatives to iUNIK include SKIN1004, Anua, Medicube, Beauty of Joseon, COSRX, and Dr. Althea, which all have pages on Lovi. Lovi rates the SKIN1004-focused routine as Superior for dry and sensitive skin.
iUNIK vs SKIN1004: which is better?
Lovi rates SKIN1004 as Superior and iUNIK as High for dry and sensitive skin, while iUNIK is rated Superior and SKIN1004 is rated High for acne-prone skin. Both brands match closely for oily and combination skin, where Lovi rates them both as High.
Who owns iUNIK, and where is it from?
iUNIK is a Korean brand founded in 2016, owned by Goodai Global Inc. since 2024.
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Is iUNIK cruelty-free?
PETA, Leaping Bunny, and Cruelty Free International, the registries Lovi checks, do not list iUNIK as cruelty-free.
Is iUNIK good for dry skin?
Yes, iUNIK is well-suited for dry skin, and Lovi rates the brand-focused routine High for dry skin. Reviewers frequently note that the moisturizers provide intense hydration, and every iUNIK product on this page lists no fragrance.
Which iUNIK sunscreen is best for sensitive skin?
Lovi rates the Centella Calming Daily Sunscreen as Average for sensitive skin, which is the only sunscreen on this page for that skin type.
Is iUNIK good for sensitive skin?
Yes, iUNIK fits sensitive skin well, and Lovi rates the brand-focused routine High for sensitive skin. Reviewers most frequently mention that the moisturizers are soothing and calming. Furthermore, the iUNIK products on this page list no fragrance in their ingredients.
Is iUNIK good for acne-prone skin?
Yes, iUNIK fits acne-prone skin well, with Lovi rating the brand-focused routine Superior for this skin type. Reviewers mostly mention that the moisturizers are non-sticky and fast-absorbing.
Is iUNIK good for skin with dark spots?
iUNIK is a good fit for skin with dark spots, with Lovi rating the Centella Calming Gel Cream, Beta-Glucan Daily Moisture Cream, Tea Tree Relief Serum, and Calendula Complete Cleansing Oil High for this skin type. Niacinamide, an ingredient featured in iUNIK products, helps reduce cutaneous pigmentation and suppress melanosome transfer.
Is iUNIK good for mature skin?
Yes, iUNIK fits mature skin well, as Lovi rates most of its moisturizers and serums High for this skin type. Reviewers frequently note that the brand's moisturizers feel non-sticky and absorb fast.
Research behind iUNIK's key ingredients
The effect of niacinamide on reducing cutaneous pigmentation and suppression of melanosome transfer
Bifidobacterium longum lysate, a new ingredient for reactive skin
Behind these ratings
Lovi rates every product from its 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.
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Dr. Sofía Perea Pérez, MD, MSc
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