Brand Comparison

The Derma Co vs Mediheal

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

Our Pick

Mediheal

Higher editor rating (9 vs 8.5)

The Derma Co Mediheal

Rating8.5/109/10

Price RangeBudget ($)Budget ($)

Founded20202009

OriginGurugram, IndiaSeoul, South Korea

Products1010

Best ForCombo, Oily, Acne-Proneall skin types, Acne-Prone, Sensitive, dehydrated

PhilosophyHonasa Consumer's derm-first sibling brand — actives-at-accessible-pricing for Indian Gen Z.Clinical-grade sheet masks and targeted treatment pads, bringing dermatology-backed ingredients to daily skincare at mass-market prices.

The Derma Co

The Derma Co is Mamaearth's grown-up derm cousin — launched by Honasa Consumer to give Indian consumers accessibility to 1% hyaluronic, 10% niacinamide, 5% tranexamic, 1% salicylic, at rupee-accessible prices. Not fancy. Not luxe. The brand Indian 20-somethings genuinely build routines around.

Pros

✓ active-first formulations at Indian pricing
✓ clinical dermatologist backing
✓ wide Nykaa/Amazon distribution
✓ non-comedogenic tested

Cons

✗ packaging is utilitarian
✗ some formulas lean strong on fragrance
✗ catalog expanding faster than storytelling

Mediheal

Mediheal is the top-selling skincare brand at Olive Young for two years running — beating more than 3,000 brands. Their sheet masks created the modern sheet mask category, and their Madecassoside Blemish Pad saw 820% year-over-year growth. If you only add one new sheet mask brand to your routine, make it this one.

Pros