Farmacy 1% Vitamin A Retinol Serum vs LANEIGE Reset to Balance Mode Kit - Routine Set for Oily Skin and Pore + Shine Control
LANEIGE Reset to Balance Mode Kit - Routine Set for Oily Skin and Pore + Shine Control scores 9.5/9.8 vs Farmacy 1% Vitamin A Retinol Serum at 9.1/9.8. LANEIGE Reset to Balance Mode Kit - Routine Set for Oily Skin and Pore + Shine Control wins for active ingredients.
Head to head
1% Vitamin A Retinol Serum
Reset to Balance Mode Kit - Routine Set for Oily Skin and Pore + Shine Control
Score comparison
LANEIGE Reset to Balance Mode Kit - Routine Set for Oily Skin and Pore + Shine Control edges ahead, winning 2 of 5 attributes.
Scores last verified: July 2026
Attribute battle
Hydration Efficacy
Farmacy WINSIrritation Risk
Farmacy WINSActive Ingredient Strength
LANEIGE WINSIngredient Transparency
TIEFormulation Safety
TIEIngredient face-off
12% overlapOnly in Farmacy 1% Vitamin A Retinol Serum
32 unique
Shared ingredients
8 in common
Only in LANEIGE Reset to Balance Mode Kit - Routine Set for Oily Skin and Pore + Shine Control
59 unique
Why LANEIGE Reset to Balance Mode Kit - Routine Set for Oily Skin and Pore + Shine Control comes out ahead
Where LANEIGE Reset to Balance Mode Kit - Routine Set for Oily Skin and Pore + Shine Control really shines is active ingredient strength, scoring 7.0 compared to Farmacy 1% Vitamin A Retinol Serum's 5.9. Its formula features Niacinamide, Inositol, and Ceramide Np in high positions, signalling meaningful concentrations.
Hydration Efficacy is another area of separation. Farmacy 1% Vitamin A Retinol Serum scores 8.6 here versus 8.2 for LANEIGE Reset to Balance Mode Kit - Routine Set for Oily Skin and Pore + Shine Control. That difference comes down to how each formula is built — the ingredient list tells the story.
LANEIGE Reset to Balance Mode Kit - Routine Set for Oily Skin and Pore + Shine Control brings Niacinamide, Inositol, and Ceramide Np as actives, while farmacy 1% Vitamin A Retinol Serum relies on Ceramide Np, Tocopherol, and Retinol. 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
LANEIGE Reset to Balance Mode Kit - Routine Set for Oily Skin and Pore + Shine Control 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
Value comparison
At premium pricing with a score of 9.1, Farmacy 1% Vitamin A Retinol Serum is a decent pick. LANEIGE Reset to Balance Mode Kit - Routine Set for Oily Skin and Pore + Shine Control sits at the mid-range level with a 9.5 score — the higher investment pays off in formulation quality.
Our verdict
LANEIGE Reset to Balance Mode Kit - Routine Set for Oily Skin and Pore + Shine Control edges ahead with a slightly stronger formulation, but Farmacy 1% Vitamin A Retinol Serum is still a solid pick.
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: Farmacy 1% Vitamin A Retinol Serum or LANEIGE Reset to Balance Mode Kit - Routine Set for Oily Skin and Pore + Shine Control?
Based on ingredient analysis, LANEIGE Reset to Balance Mode Kit - Routine Set for Oily Skin and Pore + Shine Control scores higher overall. See the full score breakdown above for details on each attribute.
Do Farmacy 1% Vitamin A Retinol Serum and LANEIGE Reset to Balance Mode Kit - Routine Set for Oily Skin and Pore + Shine Control 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 LANEIGE Reset to Balance Mode Kit - Routine Set for Oily Skin and Pore + Shine Control?
The key differences are in their active ingredients and formulation approach. Check the attribute battle above for a detailed breakdown.