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INNBEAUTY PROJECT Pore Refine Pore Shrinking & Texture Smoothing Serum vs StriVectin Super-C Retinol Brighten & Correct Vitamin C Serum

StriVectin Super-C Retinol Brighten & Correct Vitamin C Serum scores 9.2/9.8 vs INNBEAUTY PROJECT Pore Refine Pore Shrinking & Texture Smoothing Serum at 8.5/9.8. StriVectin Super-C Retinol Brighten & Correct Vitamin C Serum wins for hydration.

Head to head

INNBEAUTY PROJECT Pore Refine Pore Shrinking & Texture Smoothing Serum
INNBEAUTY PROJECT

Pore Refine Pore Shrinking & Texture Smoothing Serum

serumpremium
8.5
VS
StriVectin Super-C Retinol Brighten & Correct Vitamin C Serum
StriVectin

Super-C Retinol Brighten & Correct Vitamin C Serum

serumpremium
9.2

Score comparison

StriVectin Super-C Retinol Brighten & Correct Vitamin C Serum edges ahead, winning 1 of 5 attributes.

1
3
1
INNBEAUTY PROJECT wins 1
Tied 3
StriVectin wins 1
8.5INNBEAUTY PROJECT
+0.7vs
9.2StriVectin

Scores last verified: July 2026

Attribute battle

Hydration Efficacy

INNBEAUTY PROJECT WINS
9.5
5.8
INNBEAUTY PROJECT
StriVectin

Irritation Risk

TIE
9.5
9.5
INNBEAUTY PROJECT
StriVectin

Active Ingredient Strength

StriVectin WINS
6.1
9.7
INNBEAUTY PROJECT
StriVectin

Ingredient Transparency

TIE
8.5
8.5
INNBEAUTY PROJECT
StriVectin

Formulation Safety

TIE
9.0
9.0
INNBEAUTY PROJECT
StriVectin

Why StriVectin Super-C Retinol Brighten & Correct Vitamin C Serum comes out ahead

Where StriVectin Super-C Retinol Brighten & Correct Vitamin C Serum really shines is hydration efficacy, scoring 5.8 compared to INNBEAUTY PROJECT Pore Refine Pore Shrinking & Texture Smoothing Serum's 9.5. With Pentylene Glycol, Dipropylene Glycol, and Glycerin in its top ingredients, StriVectin Super-C Retinol Brighten & Correct Vitamin C Serum delivers stronger moisture-binding capability.

Active Ingredient Strength is another area of separation. StriVectin Super-C Retinol Brighten & Correct Vitamin C Serum scores 9.7 here versus 6.1 for INNBEAUTY PROJECT Pore Refine Pore Shrinking & Texture Smoothing Serum. That difference comes down to how each formula is built — the ingredient list tells the story.

StriVectin Super-C Retinol Brighten & Correct Vitamin C Serum brings Sodium Ascorbyl Phosphate, Ascorbyl Glucoside, and Ascorbic Acid as actives, while iNNBEAUTY PROJECT Pore Refine Pore Shrinking & Texture Smoothing Serum relies on Arginine, Lactic Acid, and Salix Alba (Willow) Bark Extract. Both approaches have merit, but the positioning and supporting ingredients make the difference.

Best for your skin type

INNBEAUTY PROJECT Pore Refine Pore Shrinking & Texture Smoothing 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

StriVectin Super-C Retinol Brighten & Correct Vitamin C Serum is better if you have

  • Sensitive skin — the low-irritation formula keeps things gentle
  • Targeting specific concerns like aging or uneven tone — Sodium Ascorbyl Phosphate does the heavy lifting
  • Anyone who prefers clean, well-vetted formulations

Value comparison

Both sit in the premium bracket, so value comes down to formulation quality. StriVectin Super-C Retinol Brighten & Correct Vitamin C Serum gets the nod here with its 9.2 overall score — you're getting more for a similar outlay.

Our verdict

✶ Our verdict
+0.7 lead

StriVectin Super-C Retinol Brighten & Correct Vitamin C Serum edges ahead with a slightly stronger formulation, but INNBEAUTY PROJECT Pore Refine Pore Shrinking & Texture Smoothing Serum is still a solid pick.

8.5INNBEAUTY PROJECT
vs
9.2StriVectin

Frequently asked questions

Which is better: INNBEAUTY PROJECT Pore Refine Pore Shrinking & Texture Smoothing Serum or StriVectin Super-C Retinol Brighten & Correct Vitamin C Serum?

Based on ingredient analysis, StriVectin Super-C Retinol Brighten & Correct Vitamin C Serum scores higher overall. See the full score breakdown above for details on each attribute.

Do INNBEAUTY PROJECT Pore Refine Pore Shrinking & Texture Smoothing Serum and StriVectin Super-C Retinol Brighten & Correct Vitamin C Serum share ingredients?

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

What's the main difference between INNBEAUTY PROJECT Pore Refine Pore Shrinking & Texture Smoothing Serum and StriVectin Super-C Retinol Brighten & Correct Vitamin C Serum?

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