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Farmacy 1% Vitamin A Retinol Serum vs SOFIE PAVITT FACE Clear Skin Trial Set: Cleanse, Treat, & Hydrate Minis Set

Farmacy 1% Vitamin A Retinol Serum scores 9.1/9.8 vs SOFIE PAVITT FACE Clear Skin Trial Set: Cleanse, Treat, & Hydrate Minis Set at 8.4/9.8. 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
SOFIE PAVITT FACE Clear Skin Trial Set: Cleanse, Treat, & Hydrate Minis Set
SOFIE PAVITT FACE

Clear Skin Trial Set: Cleanse, Treat, & Hydrate Minis Set

moisturisermid-range
8.4

Score comparison

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

1
3
1
Farmacy wins 1
Tied 3
SOFIE PAVITT FACE wins 1
9.1Farmacy
+0.7vs
8.4SOFIE PAVITT FACE

Scores last verified: July 2026

Attribute battle

Hydration Efficacy

SOFIE PAVITT FACE WINS
8.6
9.1
Farmacy
SOFIE PAVITT FACE

Irritation Risk

TIE
9.5
9.5
Farmacy
SOFIE PAVITT FACE

Active Ingredient Strength

Farmacy WINS
5.9
2.9
Farmacy
SOFIE PAVITT FACE

Ingredient Transparency

TIE
8.5
8.5
Farmacy
SOFIE PAVITT FACE

Formulation Safety

TIE
9.0
9.0
Farmacy
SOFIE PAVITT FACE

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 SOFIE PAVITT FACE Clear Skin Trial Set: Cleanse, Treat, & Hydrate Minis Set's 2.9. Its formula features Ceramide Np, Tocopherol, and Retinol in high positions, signalling meaningful concentrations.

Hydration Efficacy is another area of separation. SOFIE PAVITT FACE Clear Skin Trial Set: Cleanse, Treat, & Hydrate Minis Set scores 9.1 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 sOFIE PAVITT FACE Clear Skin Trial Set: Cleanse, Treat, & Hydrate Minis Set relies on Allantoin, Mandelic Acid, 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

SOFIE PAVITT FACE Clear Skin Trial Set: Cleanse, Treat, & Hydrate Minis Set is better if you have

  • Sensitive skin — the low-irritation formula keeps things gentle
  • Dry or dehydrated skin that craves moisture, thanks to Butylene Glycol
  • 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. SOFIE PAVITT FACE Clear Skin Trial Set: Cleanse, Treat, & Hydrate Minis Set sits at the mid-range level with a 8.4 score — the extra cost doesn't translate to better scores here.

Our verdict

✶ Our verdict
+0.7 lead

Farmacy 1% Vitamin A Retinol Serum edges ahead with a slightly stronger formulation, but SOFIE PAVITT FACE Clear Skin Trial Set: Cleanse, Treat, & Hydrate Minis Set is still a solid pick.

9.1Farmacy
vs
8.4SOFIE PAVITT FACE

Frequently asked questions

Which is better: Farmacy 1% Vitamin A Retinol Serum or SOFIE PAVITT FACE Clear Skin Trial Set: Cleanse, Treat, & Hydrate Minis Set?

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 SOFIE PAVITT FACE Clear Skin Trial Set: Cleanse, Treat, & Hydrate Minis Set 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 SOFIE PAVITT FACE Clear Skin Trial Set: Cleanse, Treat, & Hydrate Minis Set?

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