Dermalogica Dynamic Skin Retinol Serum vs Farmacy 1% Vitamin A Retinol Serum
Farmacy 1% Vitamin A Retinol Serum scores 9.1/9.8 vs Dermalogica Dynamic Skin Retinol Serum at 8.6/9.8. Farmacy 1% Vitamin A Retinol Serum wins for hydration.
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Farmacy 1% Vitamin A Retinol Serum scores 9.1/9.8 vs Dermalogica Dynamic Skin Retinol Serum at 8.6/9.8. Farmacy 1% Vitamin A Retinol Serum wins for hydration.


Farmacy 1% Vitamin A Retinol Serum edges ahead, winning 2 of 5 attributes.
Scores last verified: June 2026
26 unique
14 in common
Where Farmacy 1% Vitamin A Retinol Serum really shines is hydration efficacy, scoring 8.6 compared to Dermalogica Dynamic Skin Retinol Serum's 6.8. With Glycerin, Isopentyldiol, and Panthenol in its top ingredients, Farmacy 1% Vitamin A Retinol Serum delivers stronger moisture-binding capability.
Active Ingredient Strength is another area of separation. Farmacy 1% Vitamin A Retinol Serum scores 5.9 here versus 5.5 for Dermalogica Dynamic Skin Retinol Serum. That difference comes down to how each formula is built — the ingredient list tells the story.
Farmacy 1% Vitamin A Retinol Serum brings Ceramide Np, Tocopherol, and Retinol as actives, while dermalogica Dynamic Skin Retinol Serum relies on Retinol, Rosmarinus Officinalis (Rosemary) Leaf Extract, and Oryza Sativa (Rice) Bran Extract. Both approaches have merit, but the positioning and supporting ingredients make the difference.
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At luxury pricing with a score of 8.6, Dermalogica Dynamic Skin Retinol Serum is a decent pick. Farmacy 1% Vitamin A Retinol Serum sits at the premium level with a 9.1 score — the higher investment pays off in formulation quality.
Farmacy 1% Vitamin A Retinol Serum edges ahead with a slightly stronger formulation, but Dermalogica Dynamic Skin Retinol Serum is still a solid pick.


Based on ingredient analysis, Farmacy 1% Vitamin A Retinol Serum scores higher overall. See the full score breakdown above for details on each attribute.
Yes, they share common ingredients. Check the ingredient face-off section above for a detailed comparison.
The key differences are in their active ingredients and formulation approach. Check the attribute battle above for a detailed breakdown.
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