Brand Comparison
Dermage vs Beauty of Joseon
A head-to-head comparison of two popular K-beauty brands. Which one is right for your skin?
Our Pick
Beauty of Joseon
Higher editor rating (9 vs 7.8)
Rating7.8/109/10
Price RangeMid-Range ($$)Budget ($)
Founded19822014
OriginBrazilSouth Korea
Products519
Best ForAcne-Prone, Oily, Combo, normalCombo, Oily, Sensitive, Dry
PhilosophyDermocosmetic Brazilian pharmacy brand — dermatologist-led, acne-focused, affordable actives for Brazilian skin.Hanbang (traditional Korean herbal medicine) meets modern cosmetic science. Heritage ingredients like rice, ginseng, and propolis in contemporary formulations.
Dermage
The dermatologist-desk brand Brazilians grew up with. Solar Filtrum sunscreens are iconic; the acne range is a staple.
Pros
- ✓ Dermatologist-recommended
- ✓ Acne-focused expertise
- ✓ Good SPFs
Cons
- ✗ Utilitarian branding
- ✗ Packaging dated
- ✗ Not exciting for routine-nerds
Beauty of Joseon
Beauty of Joseon has quietly become one of the most impressive value propositions in K-beauty. Their Relief Sun is arguably the best budget sunscreen globally, and the Glow Serum delivers genuine results at a price that undercuts competitors by half. The hanbang angle could be gimmicky, but they back it with solid formulation science.
Pros
- ✓ Exceptional price-to-performance ratio
- ✓ Relief Sun SPF 50+ is a standout product
- ✓ Hanbang ingredients backed by real formulation
- ✓ Elegant textures despite budget pricing
Cons
- ✗ Limited product range compared to larger brands
- ✗ Hanbang marketing can feel vague
- ✗ Some products sell out frequently
