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Fenty Beauty by Rihanna Travel-Size Start'r Set: Oily + Combo Skin Edition vs rhode Mini Rhode Kit Glazed Skincare Essentials

Fenty Beauty by Rihanna Travel-Size Start'r Set: Oily + Combo Skin Edition scores 8.4/9.8 and rhode Mini Rhode Kit Glazed Skincare Essentials scores 8.4/9.8 — a near-tie where your skin type decides the winner.

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
rhode Mini Rhode Kit Glazed Skincare Essentials
rhode

Mini Rhode Kit Glazed Skincare Essentials

moisturiserpremium
8.4

Score comparison

These two are neck and neck — just 0.0 points apart.

3
2
Fenty Beauty by Rihanna wins 0
Tied 3
rhode wins 2
8.4Fenty Beauty by Rihanna
vs
8.4rhode

Scores last verified: July 2026

Attribute battle

Hydration Efficacy

TIE
9.8
9.8
Fenty Beauty by Rihanna
rhode

Irritation Risk

TIE
9.5
9.5
Fenty Beauty by Rihanna
rhode

Active Ingredient Strength

rhode WINS
5.7
7.9
Fenty Beauty by Rihanna
rhode

Ingredient Transparency

TIE
8.5
8.5
Fenty Beauty by Rihanna
rhode

Formulation Safety

rhode WINS
8.0
9.0
Fenty Beauty by Rihanna
rhode

Why these two are neck and neck

These two serums take different paths to a similar destination. Both formulas include solid hydrating ingredients, and the overall scores reflect that — the gap here is genuinely slim.

Formulation Safety is another area of separation. rhode Mini Rhode Kit Glazed Skincare Essentials 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.

Fenty Beauty by Rihanna Travel-Size Start'r Set: Oily + Combo Skin Edition brings Niacinamide, Tocopherol, and Lactobacillus as actives, while rhode Mini Rhode Kit Glazed Skincare Essentials relies on Tocopherol, Ananas Sativus (Pineapple) Fruit Extract, and Camellia Oleifera Leaf Extract. 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

rhode Mini Rhode Kit Glazed Skincare Essentials 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 — Tocopherol does the heavy lifting

Value comparison

Both sit in the premium bracket, so value comes down to formulation quality. Fenty Beauty by Rihanna Travel-Size Start'r Set: Oily + Combo Skin Edition gets the nod here with its 8.4 overall score — you're getting more for a similar outlay.

Our verdict

✶ Our verdict

It's a close call — both products score within 0.3 points of each other. Your choice depends on your specific skin concerns.

8.4Fenty Beauty by Rihanna
vs
8.4rhode

Frequently asked questions

Which is better: Fenty Beauty by Rihanna Travel-Size Start'r Set: Oily + Combo Skin Edition or rhode Mini Rhode Kit Glazed Skincare Essentials?

Based on ingredient analysis, Fenty Beauty by Rihanna Travel-Size Start'r Set: Oily + Combo Skin Edition 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 rhode Mini Rhode Kit Glazed Skincare Essentials 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 rhode Mini Rhode Kit Glazed Skincare Essentials?

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