Farmacy 1% Vitamin A Retinol Serum vs OLIVIAUMMA Jelly Brightening Serum with Vitamin C and Niacinamide
Farmacy 1% Vitamin A Retinol Serum scores 9.1/9.8 vs OLIVIAUMMA Jelly Brightening Serum with Vitamin C and Niacinamide at 8.6/9.8. Farmacy 1% Vitamin A Retinol Serum wins for hydration.
Head to head
1% Vitamin A Retinol Serum
Jelly Brightening Serum with Vitamin C and Niacinamide
Score comparison
Farmacy 1% Vitamin A Retinol Serum edges ahead, winning 3 of 5 attributes.
Scores last verified: July 2026
Attribute battle
Hydration Efficacy
Farmacy WINSIrritation Risk
TIEActive Ingredient Strength
Farmacy WINSIngredient Transparency
OLIVIAUMMA WINSFormulation Safety
Farmacy WINSIngredient face-off
20% overlapOnly in Farmacy 1% Vitamin A Retinol Serum
32 unique
Shared ingredients
8 in common
Only in OLIVIAUMMA Jelly Brightening Serum with Vitamin C and Niacinamide
20 unique
Why Farmacy 1% Vitamin A Retinol Serum comes out ahead
Where Farmacy 1% Vitamin A Retinol Serum really shines is hydration efficacy, scoring 8.6 compared to OLIVIAUMMA Jelly Brightening Serum with Vitamin C and Niacinamide's 6.5. 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. Farmacy 1% Vitamin A Retinol Serum scores 5.9 here versus 4.9 for OLIVIAUMMA Jelly Brightening Serum with Vitamin C and Niacinamide. 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 oLIVIAUMMA Jelly Brightening Serum with Vitamin C and Niacinamide relies on Niacinamide, Arginine, and Allantoin. 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
OLIVIAUMMA Jelly Brightening Serum with Vitamin C and Niacinamide is better if you have
- Sensitive skin — the low-irritation formula keeps things gentle
- 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
Farmacy 1% Vitamin A Retinol Serum edges ahead with a slightly stronger formulation, but OLIVIAUMMA Jelly Brightening Serum with Vitamin C and Niacinamide is still a solid pick.
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: Farmacy 1% Vitamin A Retinol Serum or OLIVIAUMMA Jelly Brightening Serum with Vitamin C and Niacinamide?
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 OLIVIAUMMA Jelly Brightening Serum with Vitamin C and Niacinamide 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 OLIVIAUMMA Jelly Brightening Serum with Vitamin C and Niacinamide?
The key differences are in their active ingredients and formulation approach. Check the attribute battle above for a detailed breakdown.