innisfree Gentle Retinol + Salicylic Acid Acne Serum for Blemishes + Post-Acne Scars vs Peter Thomas Roth Even Clearer™ Max Complexion Correction Pads for Acne and Blemishes
innisfree Gentle Retinol + Salicylic Acid Acne Serum for Blemishes + Post-Acne Scars scores 9.6/9.8 vs Peter Thomas Roth Even Clearer™ Max Complexion Correction Pads for Acne and Blemishes at 7.2/9.8. innisfree Gentle Retinol + Salicylic Acid Acne Serum for Blemishes + Post-Acne Scars wins for hydration.
Head to head
Gentle Retinol + Salicylic Acid Acne Serum for Blemishes + Post-Acne Scars
Even Clearer™ Max Complexion Correction Pads for Acne and Blemishes
Score comparison
innisfree Gentle Retinol + Salicylic Acid Acne Serum for Blemishes + Post-Acne Scars takes this one, winning 3 of 5 attributes.
Scores last verified: July 2026
Attribute battle
Hydration Efficacy
innisfree WINSIrritation Risk
innisfree WINSActive Ingredient Strength
innisfree WINSIngredient Transparency
TIEFormulation Safety
TIEIngredient face-off
6% overlapOnly in innisfree Gentle Retinol + Salicylic Acid Acne Serum for Blemishes + Post-Acne Scars
33 unique
Only in Peter Thomas Roth Even Clearer™ Max Complexion Correction Pads for Acne and Blemishes
27 unique
Why innisfree Gentle Retinol + Salicylic Acid Acne Serum for Blemishes + Post-Acne Scars comes out ahead
Where innisfree Gentle Retinol + Salicylic Acid Acne Serum for Blemishes + Post-Acne Scars really shines is hydration efficacy, scoring 9.8 compared to Peter Thomas Roth Even Clearer™ Max Complexion Correction Pads for Acne and Blemishes's 5.1. With Glycerin, Butylene Glycol, and Betaine in its top ingredients, innisfree Gentle Retinol + Salicylic Acid Acne Serum for Blemishes + Post-Acne Scars delivers stronger moisture-binding capability.
Irritation Risk is another area of separation. innisfree Gentle Retinol + Salicylic Acid Acne Serum for Blemishes + Post-Acne Scars scores 9.5 here versus 7.5 for Peter Thomas Roth Even Clearer™ Max Complexion Correction Pads for Acne and Blemishes. That difference comes down to how each formula is built — the ingredient list tells the story.
innisfree Gentle Retinol + Salicylic Acid Acne Serum for Blemishes + Post-Acne Scars brings Niacinamide, Allantoin, and Lactobacillus Ferment Lysate as actives, while peter Thomas Roth Even Clearer™ Max Complexion Correction Pads for Acne and Blemishes relies on Glycolic Acid, Hamamelis Virginiana (Witch Hazel) Water, and Arginine. Both approaches have merit, but the positioning and supporting ingredients make the difference.
Best for your skin type
innisfree Gentle Retinol + Salicylic Acid Acne Serum for Blemishes + Post-Acne Scars 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
Peter Thomas Roth Even Clearer™ Max Complexion Correction Pads for Acne and Blemishes is better if you have
- Sensitive skin — the low-irritation formula keeps things gentle
- Anyone who prefers clean, well-vetted formulations
Value comparison
At mid-range pricing with a score of 9.6, innisfree Gentle Retinol + Salicylic Acid Acne Serum for Blemishes + Post-Acne Scars delivers strong value. Peter Thomas Roth Even Clearer™ Max Complexion Correction Pads for Acne and Blemishes sits at the premium level with a 7.2 score — the extra cost doesn't translate to better scores here.
Our verdict
innisfree Gentle Retinol + Salicylic Acid Acne Serum for Blemishes + Post-Acne Scars wins this comparison with a meaningfully stronger ingredient profile and overall score.
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: innisfree Gentle Retinol + Salicylic Acid Acne Serum for Blemishes + Post-Acne Scars or Peter Thomas Roth Even Clearer™ Max Complexion Correction Pads for Acne and Blemishes?
Based on ingredient analysis, innisfree Gentle Retinol + Salicylic Acid Acne Serum for Blemishes + Post-Acne Scars scores higher overall. See the full score breakdown above for details on each attribute.
Do innisfree Gentle Retinol + Salicylic Acid Acne Serum for Blemishes + Post-Acne Scars and Peter Thomas Roth Even Clearer™ Max Complexion Correction Pads for Acne and Blemishes share ingredients?
Yes, they share common ingredients. Check the ingredient face-off section above for a detailed comparison.
What's the main difference between innisfree Gentle Retinol + Salicylic Acid Acne Serum for Blemishes + Post-Acne Scars and Peter Thomas Roth Even Clearer™ Max Complexion Correction Pads for Acne and Blemishes?
The key differences are in their active ingredients and formulation approach. Check the attribute battle above for a detailed breakdown.