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SKIN1004 vs No7

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SKIN1004 and No7 are well-established international beauty labels, with the former recognized for soothing toners, comforting moisturizers, reliable sunscreens, and nourishing masks built on pure centella, hyaluronic acid, and niacinamide, while the latter features serums, eye products, moisturizers, and sunscreens formulated with vitamin C, shea butter, and hyaluronic acid. SKIN1004 suits sensitive and acne-prone skin best, whereas No7 fits mature and dry skin best. Both brands differ in their foundational philosophies, as the Korean brand focuses on calming irritation and controlling breakouts, while the British brand emphasizes advanced aging care and barrier protection.

SKIN1004 is a Korean skincare brand founded in 2012 and owned by Goodai Global Inc. since 2024.

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No7 is a British skincare brand founded in 1935 and owned by Sycamore Partners since 2025.

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This page compares some of the most popular SKIN1004 and No7 products; for every product of both brands, with a fit score for your own skin, use the Lovi app.

Popular SKIN1004 vs No7 products

People Say

SKIN1004No7
  • Gentle and soothing 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”
    • “zero irritation — No7 Pure Retinol Eye Cream”
  • Lightweight texture Mostly MentionedOften Mentioned
    • “sunk in like a dream — SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Hyalu-Cica Water-Fit Sun Serum”
    • “zero white cast — SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Hyalu-Cica Water-Fit Sun Serum”
    • “Texture is on the thinner side... surprisingly lightweight. — SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Light Cleansing Oil”
    • “Absorbs quickly — No7 Future Renew Damage Reversal Serum”
  • Skin smoothing and texture improvement Sometimes NotedMostly Mentioned
    • “Skin feels softer — No7 Future Renew Damage Reversal Serum”
    • “skin feels so soft — No7 Total Renewal Micro-Dermabrasion Exfoliator”
    • “skin feels velvety — No7 Pure Retinol”
    • “skin feels super soft — SKIN1004 Zombie Pack”
  • Hydration and moisture Often MentionedOften Mentioned
    • “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”
    • “Skin feels moisturized — No7 Future Renew Damage Reversal Night Cream”
    • “dryness eradicated immediately — No7 Protect & Perfect Intense Advanced Night Cream”
  • Anti-aging and firming results Rarely NotedOften Mentioned
    • “Softened fine lines — No7 Pure Retinol 1% Night Concentrate”
    • “lines on forehead diminished — No7 Pure Retinol”
    • “skin feels firmer — No7 Restore & Renew Multi Action Eye Cream”
    • “strong tightening effect — SKIN1004 Zombie Pack”
  • Cleansing and exfoliation Often MentionedRarely 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”
    • “pores looked so much smaller — SKIN1004 Zombie Pack”
    • “sweeps away dead cells — No7 Total Renewal Micro-Dermabrasion Exfoliator”
  • Lack of visible results Sometimes NotedOften Mentioned
    • “didn't notice any tone change — SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Tone Brightening Cleansing Gel Foam”
    • “No drastic change yet — SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Tone Brightening Boosting Toner”
    • “didn't notice difference — SKIN1004 Probio-Cica Bakuchiol Eye Cream”
    • “No change in wrinkles/spots — No7 Future Renew Damage Reversal Serum”
  • Irritation and sensitivity Sometimes NotedOften Mentioned
    • “Made my vision blurry/foggy for a while after rinsing. — SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Light Cleansing Oil”
    • “caused tiny bumps — SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Toning Toner”
    • “Corn mint oil can be sensitizing — SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Watergel Sheet Ampoule Mask”
    • “Slight sensitivity and peeling — No7 Pure Retinol 1% Night Concentrate”
  • Scent and fragrance complaints 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”
    • “Too much fragrance — No7 Future Renew Damage Reversal Night Cream”
    • “overpowering — No7 Protect & Perfect Intense Advanced Night Cream”

SKIN1004 vs No7 routines for dry skin

Buy No7 routine · £124.87 · 90% fitBuy SKIN1004 routine · £52.78 · 86% fitSee multi-brand routine · 99% fit

SKIN1004 vs No7 routines for oily skin

Buy SKIN1004 routine · £134.28 · 86% fitBuy No7 routine · £223.77 · 84% fitSee multi-brand routine · 97% fit

SKIN1004 vs No7 routines for combination skin

Buy No7 routine · £195.98 · 87% fitBuy SKIN1004 routine · £90.21 · 86% fitSee multi-brand routine · 96% fit

Questions and answers

SKIN1004 or No7: which is better?

SKIN1004 and No7 both suit various skin types well, with SKIN1004 achieving a High routine fit for sensitive, acne-prone, and dry skin, and No7 achieving a Superior routine fit for mature skin, dry sensitive skin, and skin with dark spots. SKIN1004 is particularly known for gentle and soothing products without fragrance, whereas No7 is often chosen for anti-aging and firming results.

What is the difference between SKIN1004 and No7?

SKIN1004 focuses on gentle, soothing formulas featuring centella asiatica, while No7 specializes in anti-aging and firming results with ingredients like retinol and vitamin C. For mature skin and dry sensitive skin, Lovi rates No7 as Superior and SKIN1004 as High.

The Journal of Investigative Dermatology, 2000Archives of Dermatology, 2007

SKIN1004 or No7 for dry skin?

No7 has a Superior routine fit for dry skin, whereas SKIN1004 has a High routine fit. Both brands feature hyaluronic acid and niacinamide across their products to help hydrate and support the skin barrier.

Dermatologic Therapy, 2022The British Journal of Dermatology, 2002

SKIN1004 or No7: which moisturizer is better?

Both SKIN1004 and No7 offer effective moisturizers, with SKIN1004 focusing on soothing lightweight hydration using ingredients like Centella asiatica and hyaluronic acid, while No7 focuses on anti-aging and deep moisture with retinol and vitamin C. For dry skin specifically, Lovi rates SKIN1004 as High and No7 as Superior.

Journal of Pharmacy & Pharmaceutical Sciences, 2015Dermatologic Therapy, 2022

Which is more affordable, SKIN1004 or No7?

This page does not provide pricing information to compare the affordability of SKIN1004 and No7.

Between SKIN1004 and No7, which brand is better suited for mature skin and reducing signs of aging?

No7 is better suited for mature skin and anti-aging, offering a Superior routine fit compared to the High fit level of SKIN1004. Reviewers note that No7 excels in providing anti-aging and line reduction benefits, while its formulas utilize ingredients like retinol which helps stimulate collagen accumulation in naturally aged human skin.

Archives of Dermatology, 2007The Journal of Investigative Dermatology, 2000

How do SKIN1004 and No7 compare regarding fragrance inclusion across their product lines?

Every product on the SKIN1004 page lists no fragrance in its ingredients, while No7 includes fragrance in 3 of the 13 products on its page.

Which brand performs better for anti-aging and firming results according to reviewer themes?

No7 performs better for anti-aging and firming results according to reviewer themes, while SKIN1004 stands out for gentle and soothing benefits.

SKIN1004 or No7 for oily skin?

Both SKIN1004 and No7 fit oily skin at a High level. SKIN1004 products on this page often feature soothing ingredients like Centella asiatica and are fragrance-free, while No7 focuses on key ingredients like niacinamide and retinol.

The British Journal of Dermatology, 2002Antioxidants, 2021

SKIN1004 or No7: which sunscreen is better?

SKIN1004 is better for sensitive skin, as its sunscreens achieve a High to Superior Lovi fit level and the brand avoids fragrance entirely, whereas No7 includes fragrance in some of its sunscreen formulas.

SKIN1004 or No7 for sensitive skin?

Both SKIN1004 and No7 fit sensitive skin well, with Lovi giving each a High fit rating. SKIN1004 stands out for being generally gentler, whereas No7 may sometimes cause skin irritation and adverse reactions.

SKIN1004 or No7 for acne-prone skin?

Both SKIN1004 and No7 fit acne-prone skin with a High routine fit level on the products on this page. SKIN1004 may help soothe breakouts with fragrance-free formulas centered on centella asiatica, while No7 helps target skin concerns using ingredients like niacinamide and retinol.

The British Journal of Dermatology, 2002Antioxidants, 2021

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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