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Anua Niacinamide 10% + TXA 4% Serum vs innisfree Daily Korean Gentle Retinol + Salicylic Acid Soothing Toner Pads for Acne-Prone Skin​

innisfree Daily Korean Gentle Retinol + Salicylic Acid Soothing Toner Pads for Acne-Prone Skin​ scores 9.3/9.8 vs Anua Niacinamide 10% + TXA 4% Serum at 8.9/9.8. innisfree Daily Korean Gentle Retinol + Salicylic Acid Soothing Toner Pads for Acne-Prone Skin​ wins for active ingredients.

Head to head

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Anua

Niacinamide 10% + TXA 4% Serum

serumbudget
8.9
VS
innisfree Daily Korean Gentle Retinol + Salicylic Acid Soothing Toner Pads for Acne-Prone Skin​
innisfree

Daily Korean Gentle Retinol + Salicylic Acid Soothing Toner Pads for Acne-Prone Skin​

serummid-range
9.3

Score comparison

innisfree Daily Korean Gentle Retinol + Salicylic Acid Soothing Toner Pads for Acne-Prone Skin​ edges ahead, winning 2 of 5 attributes.

2
3
Anua wins 2
Tied 3
innisfree wins 0
8.9Anua
+0.4vs
9.3innisfree

Scores last verified: July 2026

Attribute battle

Hydration Efficacy

TIE
8.6
8.6
Anua
innisfree

Irritation Risk

TIE
9.5
9.5
Anua
innisfree

Active Ingredient Strength

Anua WINS
8.6
6.4
Anua
innisfree

Ingredient Transparency

Anua WINS
8.8
8.5
Anua
innisfree

Formulation Safety

TIE
9.0
9.0
Anua
innisfree

Why innisfree Daily Korean Gentle Retinol + Salicylic Acid Soothing Toner Pads for Acne-Prone Skin​ comes out ahead

Where innisfree Daily Korean Gentle Retinol + Salicylic Acid Soothing Toner Pads for Acne-Prone Skin​ really shines is active ingredient strength, scoring 6.4 compared to Anua Niacinamide 10% + TXA 4% Serum's 8.6. Its formula features Niacinamide, Centella Asiatica Extract, and Lactobacillus Ferment Lysate in high positions, signalling meaningful concentrations.

Ingredient Transparency is another area of separation. Anua Niacinamide 10% + TXA 4% Serum scores 8.8 here versus 8.5 for innisfree Daily Korean Gentle Retinol + Salicylic Acid Soothing Toner Pads for Acne-Prone Skin​. That difference comes down to how each formula is built — the ingredient list tells the story.

innisfree Daily Korean Gentle Retinol + Salicylic Acid Soothing Toner Pads for Acne-Prone Skin​ brings Niacinamide, Centella Asiatica Extract, and Lactobacillus Ferment Lysate as actives, while anua Niacinamide 10% + TXA 4% Serum relies on Niacinamide, Tranexamic Acid, and Alpha-Arbutin. Both approaches have merit, but the positioning and supporting ingredients make the difference.

Best for your skin type

Anua Niacinamide 10% + TXA 4% Serum is better if you have

  • Sensitive skin — the low-irritation formula keeps things gentle
  • Dry or dehydrated skin that craves moisture, thanks to Glycerin
  • Targeting specific concerns like aging or uneven tone — Niacinamide does the heavy lifting

innisfree Daily Korean Gentle Retinol + Salicylic Acid Soothing Toner Pads for Acne-Prone Skin​ is better if you have

  • Sensitive skin — the low-irritation formula keeps things gentle
  • Dry or dehydrated skin that craves moisture, thanks to Glycereth-26
  • Anyone who prefers clean, well-vetted formulations

Value comparison

At budget pricing with a score of 8.9, Anua Niacinamide 10% + TXA 4% Serum is a decent pick. innisfree Daily Korean Gentle Retinol + Salicylic Acid Soothing Toner Pads for Acne-Prone Skin​ sits at the mid-range level with a 9.3 score — the higher investment pays off in formulation quality.

Our verdict

✶ Our verdict
+0.4 lead

innisfree Daily Korean Gentle Retinol + Salicylic Acid Soothing Toner Pads for Acne-Prone Skin​ edges ahead with a slightly stronger formulation, but Anua Niacinamide 10% + TXA 4% Serum is still a solid pick.

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8.9Anua
vs
9.3innisfree

Frequently asked questions

Which is better: Anua Niacinamide 10% + TXA 4% Serum or innisfree Daily Korean Gentle Retinol + Salicylic Acid Soothing Toner Pads for Acne-Prone Skin​?

Based on ingredient analysis, innisfree Daily Korean Gentle Retinol + Salicylic Acid Soothing Toner Pads for Acne-Prone Skin​ scores higher overall. See the full score breakdown above for details on each attribute.

Do Anua Niacinamide 10% + TXA 4% Serum and innisfree Daily Korean Gentle Retinol + Salicylic Acid Soothing Toner Pads for Acne-Prone Skin​ share ingredients?

Yes, they share common ingredients. Check the ingredient face-off section above for a detailed comparison.

What's the main difference between Anua Niacinamide 10% + TXA 4% Serum and innisfree Daily Korean Gentle Retinol + Salicylic Acid Soothing Toner Pads for Acne-Prone Skin​?

The key differences are in their active ingredients and formulation approach. Check the attribute battle above for a detailed breakdown.