LANEIGE Balance Mode Pore Polishing Peel-Off Face Mask with Salicylic Acid to Control Shine & Smooth Texture vs SK-II GenOptics Infinitaura Brightening Serum with Niacinamide, 30ml
LANEIGE Balance Mode Pore Polishing Peel-Off Face Mask with Salicylic Acid to Control Shine & Smooth Texture scores 9.1/9.8 vs SK-II GenOptics Infinitaura Brightening Serum with Niacinamide, 30ml at 8.4/9.8. LANEIGE Balance Mode Pore Polishing Peel-Off Face Mask with Salicylic Acid to Control Shine & Smooth Texture wins for gentle formulation.
Head to head
Balance Mode Pore Polishing Peel-Off Face Mask with Salicylic Acid to Control Shine & Smooth Texture
GenOptics Infinitaura Brightening Serum with Niacinamide, 30ml
Score comparison
LANEIGE Balance Mode Pore Polishing Peel-Off Face Mask with Salicylic Acid to Control Shine & Smooth Texture edges ahead, winning 3 of 5 attributes.
Scores last verified: July 2026
Attribute battle
Hydration Efficacy
SK-II WINSIrritation Risk
SK-II WINSActive Ingredient Strength
TIEIngredient Transparency
SK-II WINSFormulation Safety
LANEIGE WINSIngredient face-off
12% overlapOnly in LANEIGE Balance Mode Pore Polishing Peel-Off Face Mask with Salicylic Acid to Control Shine & Smooth Texture
28 unique
Only in SK-II GenOptics Infinitaura Brightening Serum with Niacinamide, 30ml
30 unique
Why LANEIGE Balance Mode Pore Polishing Peel-Off Face Mask with Salicylic Acid to Control Shine & Smooth Texture comes out ahead
Where LANEIGE Balance Mode Pore Polishing Peel-Off Face Mask with Salicylic Acid to Control Shine & Smooth Texture really shines is irritation risk, scoring 7.6 compared to SK-II GenOptics Infinitaura Brightening Serum with Niacinamide, 30ml's 9.5. SK-II GenOptics Infinitaura Brightening Serum with Niacinamide, 30ml includes fragrance ingredients like Fragrance, which can be a concern for reactive skin.
Hydration Efficacy is another area of separation. SK-II GenOptics Infinitaura Brightening Serum with Niacinamide, 30ml scores 8.4 here versus 7.4 for LANEIGE Balance Mode Pore Polishing Peel-Off Face Mask with Salicylic Acid to Control Shine & Smooth Texture. That difference comes down to how each formula is built — the ingredient list tells the story.
LANEIGE Balance Mode Pore Polishing Peel-Off Face Mask with Salicylic Acid to Control Shine & Smooth Texture brings Niacinamide, Inositol, and Salicylic Acid as actives, while sK-II GenOptics Infinitaura Brightening Serum with Niacinamide, 30ml relies on Galactomyces Ferment Filtrate, Niacinamide, and Bisabolol. Both approaches have merit, but the positioning and supporting ingredients make the difference.
Best for your skin type
LANEIGE Balance Mode Pore Polishing Peel-Off Face Mask with Salicylic Acid to Control Shine & Smooth Texture is better if you have
- Sensitive skin — the low-irritation formula keeps things gentle
- Dry or dehydrated skin that craves moisture, thanks to Glycerin
- Anyone who prefers clean, well-vetted formulations
SK-II GenOptics Infinitaura Brightening Serum with Niacinamide, 30ml is better if you have
- Sensitive skin — the low-irritation formula keeps things gentle
- Dry or dehydrated skin that craves moisture, thanks to Butylene Glycol
- Anyone who prefers clean, well-vetted formulations
Value comparison
At mid-range pricing with a score of 9.1, LANEIGE Balance Mode Pore Polishing Peel-Off Face Mask with Salicylic Acid to Control Shine & Smooth Texture delivers strong value. SK-II GenOptics Infinitaura Brightening Serum with Niacinamide, 30ml sits at the luxury level with a 8.4 score — the extra cost doesn't translate to better scores here.
Our verdict
LANEIGE Balance Mode Pore Polishing Peel-Off Face Mask with Salicylic Acid to Control Shine & Smooth Texture edges ahead with a slightly stronger formulation, but SK-II GenOptics Infinitaura Brightening Serum with Niacinamide, 30ml is still a solid pick.
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: LANEIGE Balance Mode Pore Polishing Peel-Off Face Mask with Salicylic Acid to Control Shine & Smooth Texture or SK-II GenOptics Infinitaura Brightening Serum with Niacinamide, 30ml?
Based on ingredient analysis, LANEIGE Balance Mode Pore Polishing Peel-Off Face Mask with Salicylic Acid to Control Shine & Smooth Texture scores higher overall. See the full score breakdown above for details on each attribute.
Do LANEIGE Balance Mode Pore Polishing Peel-Off Face Mask with Salicylic Acid to Control Shine & Smooth Texture and SK-II GenOptics Infinitaura Brightening Serum with Niacinamide, 30ml share ingredients?
Yes, they share common ingredients. Check the ingredient face-off section above for a detailed comparison.
What's the main difference between LANEIGE Balance Mode Pore Polishing Peel-Off Face Mask with Salicylic Acid to Control Shine & Smooth Texture and SK-II GenOptics Infinitaura Brightening Serum with Niacinamide, 30ml?
The key differences are in their active ingredients and formulation approach. Check the attribute battle above for a detailed breakdown.