Farmacy 1% Vitamin A Retinol Serum vs RETINOL RETINOL SKIN CREAM
Farmacy 1% Vitamin A Retinol Serum scores 9.1/9.8 vs RETINOL RETINOL SKIN CREAM at 8.5/9.8. Farmacy 1% Vitamin A Retinol Serum wins for formulation safety.
Head to head
1% Vitamin A Retinol Serum
RETINOL SKIN CREAM
Score comparison
Farmacy 1% Vitamin A Retinol Serum edges ahead, winning 2 of 5 attributes.
Scores last verified: July 2026
Attribute battle
Hydration Efficacy
RETINOL WINSIrritation Risk
TIEActive Ingredient Strength
RETINOL WINSIngredient Transparency
TIEFormulation Safety
Farmacy WINSIngredient face-off
18% overlapOnly in Farmacy 1% Vitamin A Retinol Serum
30 unique
Shared ingredients
10 in common
Only in RETINOL RETINOL SKIN CREAM
47 unique
Why Farmacy 1% Vitamin A Retinol Serum comes out ahead
Where Farmacy 1% Vitamin A Retinol Serum really shines is formulation safety, scoring 9.0 compared to RETINOL RETINOL SKIN CREAM's 7.5.
Hydration Efficacy is another area of separation. RETINOL RETINOL SKIN CREAM scores 9.8 here versus 8.6 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 rETINOL RETINOL SKIN CREAM relies on Arginine, Glycine Soja (Soybean) Germ Extract, and Royal Jelly 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
RETINOL RETINOL SKIN CREAM is better if you have
- Sensitive skin — the low-irritation formula keeps things gentle
- Dry or dehydrated skin that craves moisture, thanks to Ingredients (Inci): Water
- 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 RETINOL RETINOL SKIN CREAM is still a solid pick.
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: Farmacy 1% Vitamin A Retinol Serum or RETINOL RETINOL SKIN CREAM?
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 RETINOL RETINOL SKIN CREAM 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 RETINOL RETINOL SKIN CREAM?
The key differences are in their active ingredients and formulation approach. Check the attribute battle above for a detailed breakdown.