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Fenty Beauty by Rihanna Travel-Size Start'r Set: Oily + Combo Skin Edition vs Murad Nutrient-Charged Water Gel

Murad Nutrient-Charged Water Gel scores 8.8/9.8 vs Fenty Beauty by Rihanna Travel-Size Start'r Set: Oily + Combo Skin Edition at 8.4/9.8. Murad Nutrient-Charged Water Gel wins for active ingredients.

Head to head

Fenty Beauty by Rihanna Travel-Size Start'r Set: Oily + Combo Skin Edition
Fenty Beauty by Rihanna

Travel-Size Start'r Set: Oily + Combo Skin Edition

serumpremium
8.4
VS
Murad Nutrient-Charged Water Gel
Murad

Nutrient-Charged Water Gel

moisturiserpremium
8.8

Score comparison

Murad Nutrient-Charged Water Gel edges ahead, winning 2 of 5 attributes.

3
2
Fenty Beauty by Rihanna wins 0
Tied 3
Murad wins 2
8.4Fenty Beauty by Rihanna
+0.4vs
8.8Murad

Scores last verified: July 2026

Attribute battle

Hydration Efficacy

TIE
9.8
9.8
Fenty Beauty by Rihanna
Murad

Irritation Risk

TIE
9.5
9.5
Fenty Beauty by Rihanna
Murad

Active Ingredient Strength

Murad WINS
5.7
9.8
Fenty Beauty by Rihanna
Murad

Ingredient Transparency

TIE
8.5
8.5
Fenty Beauty by Rihanna
Murad

Formulation Safety

Murad WINS
8.0
9.0
Fenty Beauty by Rihanna
Murad

Why Murad Nutrient-Charged Water Gel comes out ahead

Where Murad Nutrient-Charged Water Gel really shines is active ingredient strength, scoring 9.8 compared to Fenty Beauty by Rihanna Travel-Size Start'r Set: Oily + Combo Skin Edition's 5.7. Its formula features Ceramide Np, Ceramide Ap, and Ceramide Eop in high positions, signalling meaningful concentrations.

Formulation Safety is another area of separation. Murad Nutrient-Charged Water Gel scores 9.0 here versus 8.0 for Fenty Beauty by Rihanna Travel-Size Start'r Set: Oily + Combo Skin Edition. That difference comes down to how each formula is built — the ingredient list tells the story.

Murad Nutrient-Charged Water Gel brings Ceramide Np, Ceramide Ap, and Ceramide Eop as actives, while fenty Beauty by Rihanna Travel-Size Start'r Set: Oily + Combo Skin Edition relies on Niacinamide, Tocopherol, and Lactobacillus. Both approaches have merit, but the positioning and supporting ingredients make the difference.

Best for your skin type

Fenty Beauty by Rihanna Travel-Size Start'r Set: Oily + Combo Skin Edition is better if you have

  • Sensitive skin — the low-irritation formula keeps things gentle
  • Dry or dehydrated skin that craves moisture, thanks to Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice
  • Anyone who prefers clean, well-vetted formulations

Murad Nutrient-Charged Water Gel 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 — Ceramide Np does the heavy lifting

Value comparison

Both sit in the premium bracket, so value comes down to formulation quality. Murad Nutrient-Charged Water Gel gets the nod here with its 8.8 overall score — you're getting more for a similar outlay.

Our verdict

✶ Our verdict
+0.4 lead

Murad Nutrient-Charged Water Gel edges ahead with a slightly stronger formulation, but Fenty Beauty by Rihanna Travel-Size Start'r Set: Oily + Combo Skin Edition is still a solid pick.

8.4Fenty Beauty by Rihanna
vs
8.8Murad

Frequently asked questions

Which is better: Fenty Beauty by Rihanna Travel-Size Start'r Set: Oily + Combo Skin Edition or Murad Nutrient-Charged Water Gel?

Based on ingredient analysis, Murad Nutrient-Charged Water Gel scores higher overall. See the full score breakdown above for details on each attribute.

Do Fenty Beauty by Rihanna Travel-Size Start'r Set: Oily + Combo Skin Edition and Murad Nutrient-Charged Water Gel share ingredients?

Yes, they share common ingredients. Check the ingredient face-off section above for a detailed comparison.

What's the main difference between Fenty Beauty by Rihanna Travel-Size Start'r Set: Oily + Combo Skin Edition and Murad Nutrient-Charged Water Gel?

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