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Innisfree Retinol Cica Ampoule scores 8.7/9.8 vs Horace Sérum Acide salicylique + Niacinamide at 8.0/9.8. Innisfree Retinol Cica Ampoule wins for hydration.
Innisfree Retinol Cica Ampoule edges ahead, winning 2 of 5 attributes.
Scores last verified: April 2026
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Where Innisfree Retinol Cica Ampoule really shines is hydration efficacy, scoring 9.2 compared to Horace Sérum Acide salicylique + Niacinamide's 5.9. With Butylene Glycol, Glycerin, and Pentylene Glycol in its top ingredients, Innisfree Retinol Cica Ampoule delivers stronger moisture-binding capability.
Active Ingredient Strength is another area of separation. Horace Sérum Acide salicylique + Niacinamide scores 7.4 here versus 6.4 for Innisfree Retinol Cica Ampoule. That difference comes down to how each formula is built — the ingredient list tells the story.
Innisfree Retinol Cica Ampoule brings Niacinamide, Tocopherol, and Retinol as actives, while horace Sérum Acide salicylique + Niacinamide relies on Niacinamide, Zinc Pca, and Salicylic Acid. Both approaches have merit, but the positioning and supporting ingredients make the difference.
Horace Sérum Acide salicylique + Niacinamide is better if you have
Innisfree Retinol Cica Ampoule is better if you have
Innisfree Retinol Cica Ampoule comes in at budget pricing with a 8.7 score, which is solid value at that tier.
Innisfree Retinol Cica Ampoule edges ahead with a slightly stronger formulation, but Horace Sérum Acide salicylique + Niacinamide is still a solid pick.
Based on ingredient analysis, Innisfree Retinol Cica Ampoule scores higher overall. See the full score breakdown above for details on each attribute.
Yes, they share common ingredients. Check the ingredient face-off section above for a detailed comparison.
The key differences are in their active ingredients and formulation approach. Check the attribute battle above for a detailed breakdown.
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