Farmacy 1% Vitamin A Retinol Serum vs Hyphen All I Need Sunscreen SPF 50 PA++++
Farmacy 1% Vitamin A Retinol Serum scores 9.1/9.8 vs Hyphen All I Need Sunscreen SPF 50 PA++++ at 8.4/9.8. Farmacy 1% Vitamin A Retinol Serum wins for active ingredients.
Head to head
1% Vitamin A Retinol Serum
All I Need Sunscreen SPF 50 PA++++
Score comparison
Farmacy 1% Vitamin A Retinol Serum edges ahead, winning 1 of 5 attributes.
Scores last verified: July 2026
Attribute battle
Hydration Efficacy
TIEIrritation Risk
TIEActive Ingredient Strength
Hyphen WINSIngredient Transparency
TIEFormulation Safety
TIEIngredient face-off
11% overlapOnly in Farmacy 1% Vitamin A Retinol Serum
35 unique
Only in Hyphen All I Need Sunscreen SPF 50 PA++++
41 unique
Why Farmacy 1% Vitamin A Retinol Serum comes out ahead
Where Farmacy 1% Vitamin A Retinol Serum really shines is active ingredient strength, scoring 5.9 compared to Hyphen All I Need Sunscreen SPF 50 PA++++'s 6.8. Its formula features Ceramide Np, Tocopherol, and Retinol in high positions, signalling meaningful concentrations.
Farmacy 1% Vitamin A Retinol Serum brings Ceramide Np, Tocopherol, and Retinol as actives, while hyphen All I Need Sunscreen SPF 50 PA++++ relies on Aloe Barbadensis (Aloe Vera) Extract, Niacinamide, and Terminalia Ferdinandian (Kakadu Plum) Extract. Both approaches have merit, but the positioning and supporting ingredients make the difference.
Best for your skin type
Farmacy 1% Vitamin A Retinol 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
- Anyone who prefers clean, well-vetted formulations
Hyphen All I Need Sunscreen SPF 50 PA++++ 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
Farmacy 1% Vitamin A Retinol Serum comes in at premium pricing with a 9.1 score, which is solid value at that tier.
Our verdict
Farmacy 1% Vitamin A Retinol Serum edges ahead with a slightly stronger formulation, but Hyphen All I Need Sunscreen SPF 50 PA++++ is still a solid pick.
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: Farmacy 1% Vitamin A Retinol Serum or Hyphen All I Need Sunscreen SPF 50 PA++++?
Based on ingredient analysis, Farmacy 1% Vitamin A Retinol Serum scores higher overall. See the full score breakdown above for details on each attribute.
Do Farmacy 1% Vitamin A Retinol Serum and Hyphen All I Need Sunscreen SPF 50 PA++++ share ingredients?
Yes, they share common ingredients. Check the ingredient face-off section above for a detailed comparison.
What's the main difference between Farmacy 1% Vitamin A Retinol Serum and Hyphen All I Need Sunscreen SPF 50 PA++++?
The key differences are in their active ingredients and formulation approach. Check the attribute battle above for a detailed breakdown.