Brand Comparison
JUMISO vs COSRX
A head-to-head comparison of two popular K-beauty brands. Which one is right for your skin?
Our Pick
COSRX
Higher editor rating (9 vs 8)
Rating8/109/10
Price RangeBudget ($)Budget ($)
Founded20182013
OriginSeoul, South KoreaSeoul, South Korea
Products832
Best ForSensitive, Acne-Prone, ComboOily, Combo, Acne-Prone, Sensitive
PhilosophyStraightforward, results-focused skincare with single-active hero products for sensitive and acne-prone skin.Minimal, effective formulations at accessible prices. Every product built around one or two proven actives with short, transparent ingredient lists.
JUMISO
JUMISO is a no-frills K-beauty brand that makes one thing really well: barrier-friendly actives for reactive skin. The Yes I Am Hot Cica Calming Cream became a TikTok sensation for calming angry, red, breakout-prone skin without leaving it stripped.
Pros
- ✓ Straightforward single-active approach
- ✓ Affordable pricing
- ✓ Excellent for sensitive/reactive skin
- ✓ Viral TikTok presence
Cons
- ✗ Smaller catalog
- ✗ Branding can feel casual
- ✗ Limited outside Olive Young and TikTok Shop
COSRX
The gateway brand for most people entering K-beauty, and for good reason. COSRX consistently delivers effective, no-frills products at prices that make most Western alternatives look overpriced. Their snail mucin line and BHA products are genuine category leaders. They rarely innovate, but they execute the basics exceptionally well.
Pros
- ✓ Outstanding value across the entire range
- ✓ Short, transparent ingredient lists
- ✓ Consistently effective formulations
- ✓ Widely available globally
Cons
- ✗ Packaging is utilitarian, not luxurious
- ✗ Rarely pushes boundaries with new ingredients
- ✗ Some products have a faint tea tree scent
