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Farmacy 1% Vitamin A Retinol Serum scores 9.1/9.8 vs Glossier Solution at 8.3/9.8. 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
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Where Farmacy 1% Vitamin A Retinol Serum really shines is hydration efficacy, scoring 8.6 compared to Glossier Solution's 4.6. 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. Glossier Solution scores 7.8 here versus 5.9 for Farmacy 1% Vitamin A 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 glossier Solution relies on Glycolic Acid, Salicylic Acid, and Niacinamide. Both approaches have merit, but the positioning and supporting ingredients make the difference.
Farmacy 1% Vitamin A Retinol Serum is better if you have
Glossier Solution is better if you have
At premium pricing with a score of 9.1, Farmacy 1% Vitamin A Retinol Serum delivers strong value. Glossier Solution sits at the mid-range level with a 8.3 score — the extra cost doesn't translate to better scores here.
Farmacy 1% Vitamin A Retinol Serum edges ahead with a slightly stronger formulation, but Glossier Solution 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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