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Biore vs Pixi

Rated by Lovi · Unbiased, science-based skincare AI trained on real user outcomes · How the Fit score works

Biore and Pixi are a Japanese brand from 1980 and a British brand from 1999 that offer thoughtful daily care through effective formulas. The former is known for sunscreens, cleansers, masks, and makeup removers, while the latter is known for toners, serums, eye products, and moisturizers. Both suit sensitive skin best, but the Japanese line also favors combination skin and the British line also favors mature skin, differing in their specific standout solutions for acne-prone skin, dark spots, and aging.

Biore is a Japanese skincare brand founded in 1980 and owned by Kao Corporation.

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Pixi is a British skincare brand founded in 1999.

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

Popular Biore vs Pixi products

People Say

BiorePixi
  • Hydration and dewy glow Sometimes NotedMostly Mentioned
    • “Instant surge of hydration — Pixi Hydrating Milky Mist”
    • “healthy radiance — Pixi Glow Mist”
    • “deeply hydrates and balances — Pixi Antioxidant Tonic”
    • “feels like a moisturizer — Biore UV Aqua Rich”
  • Cleansing and debris removal Mostly MentionedRarely Noted
    • “Gets the gunk out — Biore Deep Cleansing Pore Strips”
    • “Face feels squeaky clean — Biore Deep Pore Charcoal Cleanser”
    • “No greasy film, leaves skin fresh, rinses easily. — Biore Makeup Remover Perfect Oil”
    • “picks up leftover dirt — Pixi Rose Tonic”
  • Ease of use and application Often MentionedSometimes Noted
    • “Minimal effort required — Biore Deep Cleansing Pore Strips”
    • “Works in shower, effective on wet hands/face. — Biore Makeup Remover Perfect Oil”
    • “Easy to use — Pixi Glow Peel Pads”
  • Lightweight texture and finish Often MentionedSometimes Noted
    • “melts into skin — Biore UV Aqua Rich”
    • “Absorbs quickly — Pixi Hydrating Milky Mist”
    • “absorbs really fast — Pixi Rose Oil Blend”
  • Skin texture smoothing Sometimes NotedOften Mentioned
    • “Skin feels incredible, so smooth — Pixi Glow Peel Pads”
    • “forehead bumps gone — Pixi Glow Tonic”
    • “Skin feels smoother — Pixi Retinol Tonic”
    • “Leaves skin feeling clean — Biore Deep Cleansing Pore Strips”
  • Makeup performance and base Often MentionedNot noted
    • “primer-like — Biore UV Aqua Rich”
    • “Removes waterproof mascara, eyeliner, foundation. — Biore Makeup Remover Perfect Oil”
  • Strong scent or fragrance sensitivity Often MentionedOften Mentioned
    • “smells like alcohol — Biore UV Aqua Rich”
    • “strong citrus smell — Biore UV Aqua Rich”
    • “smell is overpowering — Pixi Glow Tonic”
    • “Scent is too strong — Pixi Hydrating Milky Mist”
  • Skin irritation and redness Often MentionedRarely Noted
    • “burned my face — Pixi Glow Tonic”
    • “broke me out — Pixi Rose Tonic”
    • “Nose was irritated — Biore Deep Cleansing Pore Strips”
  • Eye irritation Often MentionedNot noted
    • “stings eyes — Biore UV Aqua Rich”
  • Drying and stripping effects Often MentionedNot noted
    • “Made my skin peel — Biore Deep Pore Charcoal Cleanser”

Biore vs Pixi routines for dry skin

Buy Pixi routine · £91.61 · 94% fitBuy Biore routine · £140.14 · 84% fitSee multi-brand routine · 99% fit

Biore vs Pixi routines for oily skin

Buy Pixi routine · £146.42 · 94% fitBuy Biore routine · £235.68 · 88% fitSee multi-brand routine · 97% fit

Biore vs Pixi routines for combination skin

Buy Pixi routine · £105.76 · 92% fitBuy Biore routine · £217.77 · 89% fitSee multi-brand routine · 96% fit

Questions and answers

Biore or Pixi: which is better?

Pixi generally achieves superior Lovi fit levels across most skin types and excels in hydration and smoothing, while Biore offers fragrance-free options and performs better for cleansing and makeup routines. Reviewers frequently note deep hydration and glow with Pixi, though some mention fragrance sensitivity and sticky residue.

What is the difference between Biore and Pixi?

Pixi offers products on this page that achieve superior Lovi fit levels across most skin types and focus on deep hydration and glow, whereas Biore products on this page fit best for sensitive skin, combination skin, and skin with dark spots.

Biore or Pixi for dry skin?

Pixi has a Superior routine fit for dry skin on this page, while Biore has a High fit. Pixi provides deep hydration and a dewy glow, though some products on this page list fragrance and may cause dryness or irritation.

Which is more affordable, Biore or Pixi?

The provided page facts do not mention the prices of Biore and Pixi products, so affordability cannot be compared here.

Do Biore products contain fragrance?

Every Biore product on this page lists no fragrance in its ingredients.

Which brand is older, Biore or Pixi?

Biore is the older brand, having been founded in Japan in 1980, whereas Pixi was founded later in the United Kingdom in 1999.

How many products does Pixi have on this page?

Pixi has 10 products on the products on this page.

Biore or Pixi for oily skin?

Pixi fits oily skin better with a Superior routine fit, whereas Biore offers a High fit. Reviewers note that Pixi excels at hydration and dewy glow, while Biore is preferred for cleansing and debris removal.

Biore or Pixi for sensitive skin?

Both Biore and Pixi achieve a Superior Lovi fit level for sensitive skin. Pixi offers gentle and soothing toners, while every product on the Biore page lists no fragrance in its ingredients.

Biore or Pixi for acne-prone skin?

Pixi fits acne-prone skin with a Superior level for products like Glow Tonic and Retinol Tonic, while Biore products on this page show an Average fit for acne-prone skin. Pixi helps provide deep hydration and radiance, although it may cause skin irritation and sensitivity.

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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