Farmacy 1% Vitamin A Retinol Serum vs Summer Fridays Jet Lag Skin Soothing Hydration Mist
Farmacy 1% Vitamin A Retinol Serum scores 9.1/9.8 vs Summer Fridays Jet Lag Skin Soothing Hydration Mist at 8.5/9.8. Farmacy 1% Vitamin A Retinol Serum wins for hydration.
Head to head
1% Vitamin A Retinol Serum
Jet Lag Skin Soothing Hydration Mist
Score comparison
Farmacy 1% Vitamin A Retinol Serum edges ahead, winning 1 of 5 attributes.
Scores last verified: July 2026
Attribute battle
Hydration Efficacy
Summer Fridays WINSIrritation Risk
TIEActive Ingredient Strength
Farmacy WINSIngredient Transparency
TIEFormulation Safety
TIEIngredient face-off
25% overlapOnly in Farmacy 1% Vitamin A Retinol Serum
30 unique
Shared ingredients
10 in common
Only in Summer Fridays Jet Lag Skin Soothing Hydration Mist
18 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 Summer Fridays Jet Lag Skin Soothing Hydration Mist's 9.8. 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 5.2 for Summer Fridays Jet Lag Skin Soothing Hydration Mist. 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 summer Fridays Jet Lag Skin Soothing Hydration Mist relies on Ceramide Np, Ectoin, and Camellia Sinensis Leaf 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
Summer Fridays Jet Lag Skin Soothing Hydration Mist 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
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 Summer Fridays Jet Lag Skin Soothing Hydration Mist is still a solid pick.
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: Farmacy 1% Vitamin A Retinol Serum or Summer Fridays Jet Lag Skin Soothing Hydration Mist?
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 Summer Fridays Jet Lag Skin Soothing Hydration Mist 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 Summer Fridays Jet Lag Skin Soothing Hydration Mist?
The key differences are in their active ingredients and formulation approach. Check the attribute battle above for a detailed breakdown.