Hyphen All I Need Sunscreen SPF 50 PA++++ vs The INKEY List 360 Acne Clearing Serum with Dioic & Salicylic Acid
The INKEY List 360 Acne Clearing Serum with Dioic & Salicylic Acid scores 8.8/9.8 vs Hyphen All I Need Sunscreen SPF 50 PA++++ at 8.4/9.8. The INKEY List 360 Acne Clearing Serum with Dioic & Salicylic Acid wins for active ingredients.
Head to head
All I Need Sunscreen SPF 50 PA++++
360 Acne Clearing Serum with Dioic & Salicylic Acid
Score comparison
The INKEY List 360 Acne Clearing Serum with Dioic & Salicylic Acid edges ahead, winning 2 of 5 attributes.
Scores last verified: July 2026
Attribute battle
Hydration Efficacy
Hyphen WINSIrritation Risk
TIEActive Ingredient Strength
Hyphen WINSIngredient Transparency
TIEFormulation Safety
TIEIngredient face-off
9% overlapOnly in Hyphen All I Need Sunscreen SPF 50 PA++++
42 unique
Only in The INKEY List 360 Acne Clearing Serum with Dioic & Salicylic Acid
23 unique
Why The INKEY List 360 Acne Clearing Serum with Dioic & Salicylic Acid comes out ahead
Where The INKEY List 360 Acne Clearing Serum with Dioic & Salicylic Acid really shines is active ingredient strength, scoring 5.3 compared to Hyphen All I Need Sunscreen SPF 50 PA++++'s 6.8. Its formula features Salicylic Acid, Zinc Pca, and Lactic Acid in high positions, signalling meaningful concentrations.
Hydration Efficacy is another area of separation. Hyphen All I Need Sunscreen SPF 50 PA++++ scores 8.8 here versus 7.5 for The INKEY List 360 Acne Clearing Serum with Dioic & Salicylic Acid. That difference comes down to how each formula is built — the ingredient list tells the story.
The INKEY List 360 Acne Clearing Serum with Dioic & Salicylic Acid brings Salicylic Acid, Zinc Pca, and Lactic Acid as actives, while hyphen All I Need Sunscreen SPF 50 PA++++ relies on Aloe Barbadensis (Aloe Vera) Extract, Niacinamide, and Terminalia Ferdinandian (Kakadu Plum) Extract. Both approaches have merit, but the positioning and supporting ingredients make the difference.
Best for your skin type
Hyphen All I Need Sunscreen SPF 50 PA++++ is better if you have
- Sensitive skin — the low-irritation formula keeps things gentle
- Dry or dehydrated skin that craves moisture, thanks to Butylene Glycol
- Anyone who prefers clean, well-vetted formulations
The INKEY List 360 Acne Clearing Serum with Dioic & Salicylic Acid 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
Value comparison
The INKEY List 360 Acne Clearing Serum with Dioic & Salicylic Acid comes in at mid-range pricing with a 8.8 score, which is solid value at that tier.
Our verdict
The INKEY List 360 Acne Clearing Serum with Dioic & Salicylic Acid edges ahead with a slightly stronger formulation, but Hyphen All I Need Sunscreen SPF 50 PA++++ is still a solid pick.
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: Hyphen All I Need Sunscreen SPF 50 PA++++ or The INKEY List 360 Acne Clearing Serum with Dioic & Salicylic Acid?
Based on ingredient analysis, The INKEY List 360 Acne Clearing Serum with Dioic & Salicylic Acid scores higher overall. See the full score breakdown above for details on each attribute.
Do Hyphen All I Need Sunscreen SPF 50 PA++++ and The INKEY List 360 Acne Clearing Serum with Dioic & Salicylic Acid share ingredients?
Yes, they share common ingredients. Check the ingredient face-off section above for a detailed comparison.
What's the main difference between Hyphen All I Need Sunscreen SPF 50 PA++++ and The INKEY List 360 Acne Clearing Serum with Dioic & Salicylic Acid?
The key differences are in their active ingredients and formulation approach. Check the attribute battle above for a detailed breakdown.