Brand Comparison
Mantle 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 RangePremium ($$$)Budget ($)
Founded20192014
OriginSwedenSouth Korea
Products1019
Best ForSensitive, normal, Dry, ComboCombo, Oily, Sensitive, Dry
PhilosophyCBD-forward, Swedish-made skincare — hemp, adaptogens, aesthetic architecture, minimalist pharmacology.Hanbang (traditional Korean herbal medicine) meets modern cosmetic science. Heritage ingredients like rice, ginseng, and propolis in contemporary formulations.
Mantle
Post-Scandinavian Instagram skincare. CBD hype but decent formulas. The Dream Mask is the one to try.
Pros
- ✓ Beautiful design
- ✓ CBD done well
- ✓ Clean botanical focus
Cons
- ✗ CBD evidence still limited
- ✗ Premium price
- ✗ Brand is young
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
