Farmacy 1% Vitamin A Retinol Serum vs SK-II Skinpower Eye Cream
Farmacy 1% Vitamin A Retinol Serum scores 9.1/9.8 vs SK-II Skinpower Eye Cream at 8.4/9.8. Farmacy 1% Vitamin A Retinol Serum wins for hydration.
Head to head
1% Vitamin A Retinol Serum
Skinpower Eye 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
SK-II WINSIrritation Risk
TIEActive Ingredient Strength
TIEIngredient Transparency
SK-II WINSFormulation Safety
Farmacy WINSIngredient face-off
9% overlapOnly in Farmacy 1% Vitamin A Retinol Serum
36 unique
Only in SK-II Skinpower Eye Cream
41 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 SK-II Skinpower Eye Cream's 9.8. With Glycerin, Isopentyldiol, and Panthenol in its top ingredients, Farmacy 1% Vitamin A Retinol Serum delivers stronger moisture-binding capability.
Formulation Safety is another area of separation. Farmacy 1% Vitamin A Retinol Serum scores 9.0 here versus 8.0 for SK-II Skinpower Eye Cream. 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 sK-II Skinpower Eye Cream relies on Galactomyces Ferment Filtrate, Niacinamide, and Tocopheryl Acetate. 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
SK-II Skinpower Eye Cream 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
Value comparison
At premium pricing with a score of 9.1, Farmacy 1% Vitamin A Retinol Serum delivers strong value. SK-II Skinpower Eye Cream sits at the luxury level with a 8.4 score — the extra cost doesn't translate to better scores here.
Our verdict
Farmacy 1% Vitamin A Retinol Serum edges ahead with a slightly stronger formulation, but SK-II Skinpower Eye Cream is still a solid pick.
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: Farmacy 1% Vitamin A Retinol Serum or SK-II Skinpower Eye 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 SK-II Skinpower Eye 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 SK-II Skinpower Eye Cream?
The key differences are in their active ingredients and formulation approach. Check the attribute battle above for a detailed breakdown.