Farmacy 1% Vitamin A Retinol Serum vs Torriden BALANCEFUL 5D Cica Complex Cleansing Gel for Sensitive Skin & Gentle Makeup Removal
Farmacy 1% Vitamin A Retinol Serum scores 9.1/9.8 vs Torriden BALANCEFUL 5D Cica Complex Cleansing Gel for Sensitive Skin & Gentle Makeup Removal at 8.6/9.8. Farmacy 1% Vitamin A Retinol Serum wins for active ingredients.
Head to head
1% Vitamin A Retinol Serum
BALANCEFUL 5D Cica Complex Cleansing Gel for Sensitive Skin & Gentle Makeup Removal
Score comparison
Farmacy 1% Vitamin A Retinol Serum edges ahead, winning 2 of 5 attributes.
Scores last verified: July 2026
Attribute battle
Hydration Efficacy
Farmacy WINSIrritation Risk
TIEActive Ingredient Strength
Torriden WINSIngredient Transparency
Torriden WINSFormulation Safety
TIEIngredient face-off
23% overlapOnly in Farmacy 1% Vitamin A Retinol Serum
31 unique
Shared ingredients
9 in common
Only in Torriden BALANCEFUL 5D Cica Complex Cleansing Gel for Sensitive Skin & Gentle Makeup Removal
26 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 Torriden BALANCEFUL 5D Cica Complex Cleansing Gel for Sensitive Skin & Gentle Makeup Removal's 8.4. Its formula features Ceramide Np, Tocopherol, and Retinol in high positions, signalling meaningful concentrations.
Hydration Efficacy is another area of separation. Farmacy 1% Vitamin A Retinol Serum scores 8.6 here versus 7.4 for Torriden BALANCEFUL 5D Cica Complex Cleansing Gel for Sensitive Skin & Gentle Makeup Removal. 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 torriden BALANCEFUL 5D Cica Complex Cleansing Gel for Sensitive Skin & Gentle Makeup Removal relies on Centella Asiatica Extract, Madecassoside, and Asiaticoside. 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
Torriden BALANCEFUL 5D Cica Complex Cleansing Gel for Sensitive Skin & Gentle Makeup Removal 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 — Centella Asiatica Extract does the heavy lifting
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 Torriden BALANCEFUL 5D Cica Complex Cleansing Gel for Sensitive Skin & Gentle Makeup Removal is still a solid pick.
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: Farmacy 1% Vitamin A Retinol Serum or Torriden BALANCEFUL 5D Cica Complex Cleansing Gel for Sensitive Skin & Gentle Makeup Removal?
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 Torriden BALANCEFUL 5D Cica Complex Cleansing Gel for Sensitive Skin & Gentle Makeup Removal 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 Torriden BALANCEFUL 5D Cica Complex Cleansing Gel for Sensitive Skin & Gentle Makeup Removal?
The key differences are in their active ingredients and formulation approach. Check the attribute battle above for a detailed breakdown.