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SK-II vs Augustinus Bader

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

SK-II and Augustinus Bader are luxury skincare lines known for nourishing moisturizers and targeted serums, with the former anchored by pitera and the latter powered by sophisticated formulas. The Japanese brand suits dry skin and acne-prone skin best, utilizing ingredients that improve pore area, roughness, and redness, while the German brand suits dry skin and dry sensitive skin best with deeply hydrating compositions. Ultimately, both offer distinct solutions like essences and rich creams, differing through their specific ingredient profiles and regional origins.

SK-II is a Japanese skincare brand founded in 1980 and owned by The Procter & Gamble Company since 1991.

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Augustinus Bader is a German skincare brand founded in 2018.

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

Popular SK-II vs Augustinus Bader products

People Say

SK-IIAugustinus Bader
  • Improves skin texture Mostly MentionedMostly Mentioned
    • “skin feels soft as butter — SK-II Facial Treatment Essence”
    • “pores became miraculously invisible — SK-II Facial Treatment Mask”
    • “Smoother skin — SK-II Facial Treatment Clear Lotion”
    • “Softens fine lines — Augustinus Bader The Rich Cream”
  • Radiance and glow Mostly MentionedMostly Mentioned
    • “gives a glass skin look — SK-II Facial Treatment Essence”
    • “leaves me with a red carpet glow — SK-II Facial Treatment Mask”
    • “Instant youthful glow — Augustinus Bader The Rich Cream”
    • “Instantly hydrated — Augustinus Bader The Face Oil”
  • Balances and hydrates Mostly MentionedOften Mentioned
    • “flooded my skin with moisture — SK-II Facial Treatment Mask”
    • “skin feels deeply hydrated, plump, and smoother — SK-II Skinpower Advanced Cream”
    • “Leaves skin soft, feels moisturized, does not dry out skin. — SK-II Facial Treatment Cleansing Oil”
    • “Extremely dry skin saved — Augustinus Bader The Rich Cream”
  • Lightweight and fast absorption Sometimes NotedMostly Mentioned
    • “light but nourishing — Augustinus Bader The Cream”
    • “sinks in instantly — Augustinus Bader The Serum”
    • “light gel texture — Augustinus Bader The Eye Cream”
    • “drinks right into the skin — SK-II Facial Treatment Essence”
  • Convenient packaging Rarely NotedSometimes Noted
    • “Luxurious heavy bottle — Augustinus Bader The Rich Cream”
    • “epitome of luxury — Augustinus Bader The Serum”
    • “Pump dispenser is convenient. — SK-II Genoptics Ultraura Essence”
  • High price Mostly MentionedMostly Mentioned
    • “way too expensive — SK-II Facial Treatment Essence”
    • “not sure justified by price — Augustinus Bader The Cream”
  • Lack of results Often MentionedOften Mentioned
    • “did absolutely nothing — SK-II Facial Treatment Essence”
    • “No visible difference — SK-II Facial Treatment Clear Lotion”
    • “didn't see dramatic results — Augustinus Bader The Cream”
    • “minimal results for me — Augustinus Bader The Serum”
  • Breakouts and skin reactions Often MentionedOften Mentioned
    • “caused tiny red bumps — SK-II Facial Treatment Essence”
    • “dried to a tacky finish — SK-II Facial Treatment Mask”
    • “Caused cystic acne — Augustinus Bader The Rich Cream”
    • “Feels like glue — Augustinus Bader The Rich Cream”
  • Unpleasant scent Often MentionedSometimes Noted
    • “Smells like old crayons — Augustinus Bader The Rich Cream”
    • “Smells like vegetable oil — Augustinus Bader The Face Oil”
    • “smells like dirty feet — SK-II Facial Treatment Essence”

SK-II vs Augustinus Bader routines for dry skin

Buy Augustinus Bader routine · £596.35 · 98% fitBuy SK-II routine · £225.40 · 91% fitSee multi-brand routine · 99% fit

SK-II vs Augustinus Bader routines for oily skin

Buy Augustinus Bader routine · £606.54 · 92% fitBuy SK-II routine · £339.53 · 88% fitSee multi-brand routine · 97% fit

SK-II vs Augustinus Bader routines for combination skin

Buy Augustinus Bader routine · £584.26 · 92% fitBuy SK-II routine · £308.34 · 87% fitSee multi-brand routine · 96% fit

Questions and answers

SK-II or Augustinus Bader: which is better?

Both brands are great choices, as Lovi rates routine fit for dry skin as Superior for both SK-II and Augustinus Bader. When it comes to the products on this page, SK-II helps improve skin texture better, while Augustinus Bader is noted for lightweight and fast absorption.

What is the difference between SK-II and Augustinus Bader?

SK-II centers its products on the key ingredient Pitera, whereas Augustinus Bader uses TFC8. Lovi finds that SK-II fits best for dry skin, acne-prone skin, and dry sensitive skin, while Augustinus Bader fits best for dry skin, dry sensitive skin, and mature skin.

SK-II or Augustinus Bader for dry skin?

Both SK-II and Augustinus Bader fit dry skin equally well, as Lovi rates both brands as having a Superior routine fit for this skin type. SK-II's products on this page rely on Pitera, while Augustinus Bader uses TFC8.

SK-II or Augustinus Bader: which moisturizer is better?

Augustinus Bader has moisturizers on this page that reach a Superior fit level for dry skin, while SK-II moisturizers reach a High fit level. Reviewers mention that Augustinus Bader provides lightweight moisturizers and radiance and glow.

Which is more affordable, SK-II or Augustinus Bader?

Reviewers note that both SK-II and Augustinus Bader have an extreme price. Shoppers looking for budget-friendly skincare will find that the products on this page for both brands come at a very high cost.

Between SK-II and Augustinus Bader, which brand is better at improving skin texture?

Between SK-II and Augustinus Bader, SK-II does better at improving skin texture according to the reviewer themes on this page.

Which brand offers more lightweight and fast-absorbing products, SK-II or Augustinus Bader?

Augustinus Bader offers more lightweight and fast-absorbing products than SK-II based on shopper reviews on this page. Every product listed for both brands contains no fragrance.

Do SK-II and Augustinus Bader products contain fragrance?

Both SK-II and Augustinus Bader list no fragrance in the ingredients for every product on this page.

SK-II or Augustinus Bader for oily skin?

For oily skin, Augustinus Bader has a Superior routine fit on Lovi, while SK-II achieves a High fit level. Reviewers on this page mention that Augustinus Bader products offer lightweight moisturizers, though every product on this page for both brands lists no fragrance in its ingredients.

SK-II or Augustinus Bader for sensitive skin?

For sensitive skin, both brands work well, with Lovi giving SK-II a High fit level and Augustinus Bader a Superior fit level. Reviewers note that the products on this page for both brands list no fragrance in their ingredients, which helps avoid irritation.

SK-II or Augustinus Bader for acne-prone skin?

For acne-prone skin, both brands fit well, with Lovi rating SK-II High and Augustinus Bader Superior. Reviewers note that SK-II products on this page help improve skin texture and balance, while Augustinus Bader products on this page offer lightweight absorption.

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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