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Farmacy 1% Vitamin A Retinol Serum vs OLEHENRIKSEN Double Rewind Pro-Grade 0.3% Retinol for Fine Lines & Wrinkles

Farmacy 1% Vitamin A Retinol Serum scores 9.1/9.8 vs OLEHENRIKSEN Double Rewind Pro-Grade 0.3% Retinol for Fine Lines & Wrinkles at 8.5/9.8. Farmacy 1% Vitamin A Retinol Serum wins for active ingredients.

Head to head

Farmacy 1% Vitamin A Retinol Serum
Farmacy

1% Vitamin A Retinol Serum

serumpremium
9.1
VS
OLEHENRIKSEN Double Rewind Pro-Grade 0.3% Retinol for Fine Lines & Wrinkles
OLEHENRIKSEN

Double Rewind Pro-Grade 0.3% Retinol for Fine Lines & Wrinkles

serumpremium
8.5

Score comparison

Farmacy 1% Vitamin A Retinol Serum edges ahead, winning 1 of 5 attributes.

1
4
Farmacy wins 1
Tied 4
OLEHENRIKSEN wins 0
9.1Farmacy
+0.6vs
8.5OLEHENRIKSEN

Scores last verified: July 2026

Attribute battle

Hydration Efficacy

TIE
8.6
8.8
Farmacy
OLEHENRIKSEN

Irritation Risk

TIE
9.5
9.5
Farmacy
OLEHENRIKSEN

Active Ingredient Strength

Farmacy WINS
5.9
4.6
Farmacy
OLEHENRIKSEN

Ingredient Transparency

TIE
8.5
8.5
Farmacy
OLEHENRIKSEN

Formulation Safety

TIE
9.0
9.0
Farmacy
OLEHENRIKSEN

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 OLEHENRIKSEN Double Rewind Pro-Grade 0.3% Retinol for Fine Lines & Wrinkles's 4.6. 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 oLEHENRIKSEN Double Rewind Pro-Grade 0.3% Retinol for Fine Lines & Wrinkles relies on Retinol, Beta-Carotene, and Tocopherol. 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 Double Rewind Pro-Grade 0.3% Retinol for Fine Lines & Wrinkles 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
+0.6 lead

Farmacy 1% Vitamin A Retinol Serum edges ahead with a slightly stronger formulation, but OLEHENRIKSEN Double Rewind Pro-Grade 0.3% Retinol for Fine Lines & Wrinkles is still a solid pick.

9.1Farmacy
vs
8.5OLEHENRIKSEN

Frequently asked questions

Which is better: Farmacy 1% Vitamin A Retinol Serum or OLEHENRIKSEN Double Rewind Pro-Grade 0.3% Retinol for Fine Lines & Wrinkles?

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 Double Rewind Pro-Grade 0.3% Retinol for Fine Lines & Wrinkles 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 Double Rewind Pro-Grade 0.3% Retinol for Fine Lines & Wrinkles?

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