Bioré Pore Strips and Skincare

Bioré is a globally recognized skincare brand specializing in pore care, facial cleansing, and more recently, high-performance sunscreens. The brand debuted in Japan in 1980, leveraging advanced skin science from its parent organization. It gained massive international fame in the late 1990s with the introduction of its signature 'Pore Pack' or nose strips, which revolutionized blackhead removal for consumers worldwide.

While the brand's research and development remain rooted in Japanese skincare technology, manufacturing is distributed globally to serve different markets. Products sold in Asia are frequently manufactured in Japan or Thailand, while the North American and European lines are often produced in the United States and Canada to ensure supply chain efficiency. Regardless of the production site, the brand maintains strict quality standards consistent with its Japanese heritage.

Bioré is owned by the Kao Corporation, a Japanese chemical and cosmetics giant headquartered in Tokyo. Kao operates Bioré through various regional subsidiaries. In the Western markets, the brand is managed under Kao USA Inc., ensuring that the product formulations and marketing are tailored to local skin types and consumer preferences.