Brand Comparison

Catrice vs Isoi

A head-to-head comparison of two popular K-beauty brands. Which one is right for your skin?

Our Pick

Isoi

Higher editor rating (8.6 vs 7.2)

Catrice Isoi

Rating7.2/108.6/10

Price RangeBudget ($)Premium ($$$)

Founded20042007

OriginGermanySouth Korea

Products31

Best Fornormal, Combo, OilyCombo, Mature, Sensitive

PhilosophyCosnova's budget German drugstore cosmetics with a quietly solid skincare extension.Damask rose, deeply.

Catrice

Catrice is best known for cosmetics, but their skincare line — sold alongside the makeup at dm and Rossmann — is shockingly decent for the price. The Hydrating Face Mist and Clean ID Pure line are worth the €4 if you're building a budget routine.

Pros

✓ Drugstore pricing
✓ Wide EU availability
✓ Respectable clean-line formulas

Cons

✗ Fragranced across most lines
✗ Limited premium actives
✗ Primarily a makeup brand

Isoi

Isoi has been quietly excellent for nearly two decades, but 2025 is its breakout year. The Blemish Care Up Serum picked up multiple Hwahae nods, and dermatology-leaning K-beauty fans have been quietly recommending it for fading post-acne marks for years. Premium-leaning but worth it.

Pros