Farmacy 1% Vitamin A Retinol Serum vs The Ordinary Multi-Peptide + Hyaluronic Acid Serum for Firmness and Elasticity
Farmacy 1% Vitamin A Retinol Serum scores 9.1/9.8 vs The Ordinary Multi-Peptide + Hyaluronic Acid Serum for Firmness and Elasticity at 8.7/9.8. Farmacy 1% Vitamin A Retinol Serum wins for active ingredients.
Head to head
1% Vitamin A Retinol Serum
Multi-Peptide + Hyaluronic Acid Serum for Firmness and Elasticity
Score comparison
Farmacy 1% Vitamin A Retinol Serum edges ahead, winning 1 of 5 attributes.
Scores last verified: July 2026
Attribute battle
Hydration Efficacy
TIEIrritation Risk
TIEActive Ingredient Strength
The Ordinary WINSIngredient Transparency
TIEFormulation Safety
TIEIngredient face-off
17% overlapOnly in Farmacy 1% Vitamin A Retinol Serum
32 unique
Shared ingredients
8 in common
Only in The Ordinary Multi-Peptide + Hyaluronic Acid Serum for Firmness and Elasticity
39 unique
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 The Ordinary Multi-Peptide + Hyaluronic Acid Serum for Firmness and Elasticity's 8.4. Its formula features Ceramide Np, Tocopherol, and Retinol in high positions, signalling meaningful concentrations.
Farmacy 1% Vitamin A Retinol Serum brings Ceramide Np, Tocopherol, and Retinol as actives, while the Ordinary Multi-Peptide + Hyaluronic Acid Serum for Firmness and Elasticity relies on Acetyl Hexapeptide-8, Pentapeptide-18, and Palmitoyl Tripeptide-1. 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
The Ordinary Multi-Peptide + Hyaluronic Acid Serum for Firmness and Elasticity is better if you have
- Sensitive skin — the low-irritation formula keeps things gentle
- Dry or dehydrated skin that craves moisture, thanks to Glycerin
- Targeting specific concerns like aging or uneven tone — Acetyl Hexapeptide-8 does the heavy lifting
Value comparison
At premium pricing with a score of 9.1, Farmacy 1% Vitamin A Retinol Serum delivers strong value. The Ordinary Multi-Peptide + Hyaluronic Acid Serum for Firmness and Elasticity sits at the mid-range level with a 8.7 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 The Ordinary Multi-Peptide + Hyaluronic Acid Serum for Firmness and Elasticity is still a solid pick.
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: Farmacy 1% Vitamin A Retinol Serum or The Ordinary Multi-Peptide + Hyaluronic Acid Serum for Firmness and Elasticity?
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 The Ordinary Multi-Peptide + Hyaluronic Acid Serum for Firmness and Elasticity 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 The Ordinary Multi-Peptide + Hyaluronic Acid Serum for Firmness and Elasticity?
The key differences are in their active ingredients and formulation approach. Check the attribute battle above for a detailed breakdown.