Brand Comparison
Bioderma vs Krave Beauty
A head-to-head comparison of two popular K-beauty brands. Which one is right for your skin?
Our Pick
Bioderma
Higher editor rating (9 vs 8.7)
Rating9/108.7/10
Price RangeMid-Range ($$)Mid-Range ($$)
Founded19772017
OriginFranceSeoul, South Korea
Products167
Best ForSensitive, Dry, ComboSensitive, Acne-Prone, compromised-barrier
PhilosophyBiology at the service of dermatology — ecobiology approachLiah Yoo's "press reset" philosophy: strip skincare back to what the barrier actually needs.
Bioderma
Invented micellar water and never looked back. Simple, effective, dermatologically sound.
Pros
- ✓ Invented modern micellar water
- ✓ Gentle and effective
- ✓ Dermatologist-developed
Cons
- ✗ Limited luxury feel
- ✗ Some products are basic
Krave Beauty
Liah Yoo built Krave Beauty the way you wish more brands would — with a skincare-fatigued YouTube audience in mind, a commitment to stripping back rather than piling on, and one genuine cult hit in Great Barrier Relief. Small catalog, specific mission, loyal fans. Not for people who want a 10-step system. Very much for people whose skin has been yelled at for too long.
Pros
- ✓ barrier-first philosophy
- ✓ cult hero in Great Barrier Relief
- ✓ transparent founder storytelling
- ✓ no fragrance / no essential oils
Cons
- ✗ very small catalog
- ✗ ships mostly US/intl, harder to find in Asia
- ✗ limited range of price points
