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INNBEAUTY PROJECT Pro C Serum Brightening Solution with 15% Vitamin C + Ferulic Acid vs Summer Fridays Midnight Ritual Retinol Renewal Serum

INNBEAUTY PROJECT Pro C Serum Brightening Solution with 15% Vitamin C + Ferulic Acid scores 9.7/9.8 vs Summer Fridays Midnight Ritual Retinol Renewal Serum at 8.8/9.8. INNBEAUTY PROJECT Pro C Serum Brightening Solution with 15% Vitamin C + Ferulic Acid wins for active ingredients.

Head to head

INNBEAUTY PROJECT Pro C Serum Brightening Solution with 15% Vitamin C + Ferulic Acid
INNBEAUTY PROJECT

Pro C Serum Brightening Solution with 15% Vitamin C + Ferulic Acid

serumpremium
9.7
VS
Summer Fridays Midnight Ritual Retinol Renewal Serum
Summer Fridays

Midnight Ritual Retinol Renewal Serum

serumpremium
8.8

Score comparison

INNBEAUTY PROJECT Pro C Serum Brightening Solution with 15% Vitamin C + Ferulic Acid edges ahead, winning 1 of 5 attributes.

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3
1
INNBEAUTY PROJECT wins 1
Tied 3
Summer Fridays wins 1
9.7INNBEAUTY PROJECT
+0.9vs
8.8Summer Fridays

Scores last verified: July 2026

Attribute battle

Hydration Efficacy

Summer Fridays WINS
6.3
7.9
INNBEAUTY PROJECT
Summer Fridays

Irritation Risk

TIE
9.5
9.5
INNBEAUTY PROJECT
Summer Fridays

Active Ingredient Strength

INNBEAUTY PROJECT WINS
9.8
5.9
INNBEAUTY PROJECT
Summer Fridays

Ingredient Transparency

TIE
8.5
8.5
INNBEAUTY PROJECT
Summer Fridays

Formulation Safety

TIE
9.0
9.0
INNBEAUTY PROJECT
Summer Fridays

Why INNBEAUTY PROJECT Pro C Serum Brightening Solution with 15% Vitamin C + Ferulic Acid comes out ahead

Where INNBEAUTY PROJECT Pro C Serum Brightening Solution with 15% Vitamin C + Ferulic Acid really shines is active ingredient strength, scoring 9.8 compared to Summer Fridays Midnight Ritual Retinol Renewal Serum's 5.9. Its formula features Tetrahexyldecyl Ascorbate, Niacinamide, and Ascorbic Acid in high positions, signalling meaningful concentrations.

Hydration Efficacy is another area of separation. Summer Fridays Midnight Ritual Retinol Renewal Serum scores 7.9 here versus 6.3 for INNBEAUTY PROJECT Pro C Serum Brightening Solution with 15% Vitamin C + Ferulic Acid. That difference comes down to how each formula is built — the ingredient list tells the story.

INNBEAUTY PROJECT Pro C Serum Brightening Solution with 15% Vitamin C + Ferulic Acid brings Tetrahexyldecyl Ascorbate, Niacinamide, and Ascorbic Acid as actives, while summer Fridays Midnight Ritual Retinol Renewal Serum relies on Retinyl Linoleate, Retinol, and Centella Asiatica Extract. Both approaches have merit, but the positioning and supporting ingredients make the difference.

Best for your skin type

INNBEAUTY PROJECT Pro C Serum Brightening Solution with 15% Vitamin C + Ferulic Acid is better if you have

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

Summer Fridays Midnight Ritual Retinol Renewal 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

Value comparison

Both sit in the premium bracket, so value comes down to formulation quality. INNBEAUTY PROJECT Pro C Serum Brightening Solution with 15% Vitamin C + Ferulic Acid gets the nod here with its 9.7 overall score — you're getting more for a similar outlay.

Our verdict

✶ Our verdict
+0.9 lead

INNBEAUTY PROJECT Pro C Serum Brightening Solution with 15% Vitamin C + Ferulic Acid edges ahead with a slightly stronger formulation, but Summer Fridays Midnight Ritual Retinol Renewal Serum is still a solid pick.

9.7INNBEAUTY PROJECT
vs
8.8Summer Fridays

Frequently asked questions

Which is better: INNBEAUTY PROJECT Pro C Serum Brightening Solution with 15% Vitamin C + Ferulic Acid or Summer Fridays Midnight Ritual Retinol Renewal Serum?

Based on ingredient analysis, INNBEAUTY PROJECT Pro C Serum Brightening Solution with 15% Vitamin C + Ferulic Acid scores higher overall. See the full score breakdown above for details on each attribute.

Do INNBEAUTY PROJECT Pro C Serum Brightening Solution with 15% Vitamin C + Ferulic Acid and Summer Fridays Midnight Ritual Retinol Renewal 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 Pro C Serum Brightening Solution with 15% Vitamin C + Ferulic Acid and Summer Fridays Midnight Ritual Retinol Renewal Serum?

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