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COSRX vs AlumierMD

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

COSRX and AlumierMD are distinct skincare lines created to address diverse dermatological needs through specialized formulations. The Korean brand is dearly loved for its expertly formulated serums, moisturizers, cleansers, masks, and more, which thoughtfully incorporate hyaluronic acid, glycerin, and niacinamide to suit acne-prone skin and oily skin best. Conversely, the Canadian brand is beloved for its advanced serums and scientifically backed formulas that suit sensitive, aging, and hyperpigmented skin best. While both brands offer targeted care with standout products like the Bright & Clear Solution, they differ fundamentally in their foundational ingredients and primary skin type suitability.

COSRX is a Korean skincare brand founded in 2013 and owned by Amorepacific Group since 2024.

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AlumierMD is a Canadian skincare brand founded in 2016 and owned by Alumier Group Holdings Limited / Alumier Labs Inc..

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

Popular COSRX vs AlumierMD products

COSRX vs AlumierMD serums and treatments

Questions and answers

COSRX or AlumierMD: which is better?

COSRX offers a much wider selection of products on this page across multiple categories, while AlumierMD features just one. For acne-prone, oily, and sensitive skin types, Lovi rates COSRX as a Superior or High fit for numerous products, and reviewers often mention that the products help with acne control and gentle hydration.

What is the difference between COSRX and AlumierMD?

COSRX offers a large variety of skincare products on this page across multiple categories, whereas AlumierMD lists only a single product. Reviewers often mention that COSRX provides deep hydration and lightweight absorption.

Which is more affordable, COSRX or AlumierMD?

The products on this page do not provide pricing information to compare affordability between COSRX and AlumierMD.

Which causes fewer breakouts, COSRX or AlumierMD?

COSRX is the main choice for acne-prone skin on this page, offering many products with Superior or High Lovi fit levels for that skin type, whereas AlumierMD lists only one serum. COSRX reviewers often mention effective acne control and clearing.

Where and when were COSRX and AlumierMD founded?

COSRX was founded in South Korea in 2013, while AlumierMD was founded in Canada in 2016.

Which COSRX sunscreen contains fragrance?

The Vitamin E Vitalizing Sunscreen SPF 50+ is the only sunscreen on this page that lists fragrance. Lovi rates this sunscreen as having a High fit for sensitive skin, mature skin, dry sensitive skin, oily skin, combination skin, skin with dark spots, and dry skin.

What are the key ingredients found across COSRX products?

The products on this page for COSRX feature key ingredients such as hyaluronic acid, glycerin, niacinamide, allantoin, panthenol, snail mucin, butylene glycol, and centella asiatica.

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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