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Farmacy 1% Vitamin A Retinol Serum vs OLEHENRIKSEN Dewtopia 25% AHA + PHA Flash Facial Exfoliating Face Mask

Farmacy 1% Vitamin A Retinol Serum scores 9.1/9.8 and OLEHENRIKSEN Dewtopia 25% AHA + PHA Flash Facial Exfoliating Face Mask scores 8.9/9.8 — a near-tie where your skin type decides the winner.

Head to head

Farmacy 1% Vitamin A Retinol Serum
Farmacy

1% Vitamin A Retinol Serum

serumpremium
9.1
VS
OLEHENRIKSEN Dewtopia 25% AHA + PHA Flash Facial Exfoliating Face Mask
OLEHENRIKSEN

Dewtopia 25% AHA + PHA Flash Facial Exfoliating Face Mask

maskpremium
8.9

Score comparison

These two are neck and neck — just 0.2 points apart.

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3
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Farmacy wins 1
Tied 3
OLEHENRIKSEN wins 1
9.1Farmacy
vs
8.9OLEHENRIKSEN

Scores last verified: July 2026

Attribute battle

Hydration Efficacy

Farmacy WINS
8.6
7.3
Farmacy
OLEHENRIKSEN

Irritation Risk

TIE
9.5
9.5
Farmacy
OLEHENRIKSEN

Active Ingredient Strength

OLEHENRIKSEN WINS
5.9
6.4
Farmacy
OLEHENRIKSEN

Ingredient Transparency

TIE
8.5
8.5
Farmacy
OLEHENRIKSEN

Formulation Safety

TIE
9.0
9.0
Farmacy
OLEHENRIKSEN

Why these two are neck and neck

These two serums take different paths to a similar destination. Both formulas include solid hydrating ingredients, and the overall scores reflect that — the gap here is genuinely slim.

Active Ingredient Strength is another area of separation. OLEHENRIKSEN Dewtopia 25% AHA + PHA Flash Facial Exfoliating Face Mask scores 6.4 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 oLEHENRIKSEN Dewtopia 25% AHA + PHA Flash Facial Exfoliating Face Mask relies on Gluconolactone, Glycolic Acid, and Lactic Acid. 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

OLEHENRIKSEN Dewtopia 25% AHA + PHA Flash Facial Exfoliating Face Mask is better if you have

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

Value comparison

Both sit in the premium bracket, so value comes down to formulation quality. Farmacy 1% Vitamin A Retinol Serum gets the nod here with its 9.1 overall score — you're getting more for a similar outlay.

Our verdict

✶ Our verdict

It's a close call — both products score within 0.3 points of each other. Your choice depends on your specific skin concerns.

9.1Farmacy
vs
8.9OLEHENRIKSEN

Frequently asked questions

Which is better: Farmacy 1% Vitamin A Retinol Serum or OLEHENRIKSEN Dewtopia 25% AHA + PHA Flash Facial Exfoliating Face Mask?

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 OLEHENRIKSEN Dewtopia 25% AHA + PHA Flash Facial Exfoliating Face Mask 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 OLEHENRIKSEN Dewtopia 25% AHA + PHA Flash Facial Exfoliating Face Mask?

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