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innisfree Retinol Cica Ampoule vs IOPE Expert Retinol Serum Hydrogel Face Mask for Firming

innisfree Retinol Cica Ampoule scores 8.5/9.8 and IOPE Expert Retinol Serum Hydrogel Face Mask for Firming scores 8.5/9.8 — a near-tie where your skin type decides the winner.

Head to head

innisfree Retinol Cica Ampoule
innisfree

Retinol Cica Ampoule

serumbudget
8.5
VS
IOPE Expert Retinol Serum Hydrogel Face Mask for Firming
IOPE

Expert Retinol Serum Hydrogel Face Mask for Firming

serumbudget
8.5

Score comparison

These two are neck and neck — just 0.0 points apart.

3
2
innisfree wins 3
Tied 2
IOPE wins 0
8.5innisfree
vs
8.5IOPE

Scores last verified: July 2026

Attribute battle

Hydration Efficacy

innisfree WINS
9.2
7.5
innisfree
IOPE

Irritation Risk

TIE
9.5
9.5
innisfree
IOPE

Active Ingredient Strength

innisfree WINS
6.4
5.0
innisfree
IOPE

Ingredient Transparency

innisfree WINS
8.8
8.5
innisfree
IOPE

Formulation Safety

TIE
9.0
9.0
innisfree
IOPE

Why these two are neck and neck

These two serums take different paths to a similar destination. Both formulas include solid hydrating ingredients, and the overall scores reflect that — the gap here is genuinely slim.

Active Ingredient Strength is another area of separation. innisfree Retinol Cica Ampoule scores 6.4 here versus 5.0 for IOPE Expert Retinol Serum Hydrogel Face Mask for Firming. 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 iOPE Expert Retinol Serum Hydrogel Face Mask for Firming relies on Niacinamide, Chondrus Crispus Extract, and Pyrus Communis (Pear) Fruit Extract. Both approaches have merit, but the positioning and supporting ingredients make the difference.

Best for your skin type

innisfree Retinol Cica Ampoule 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

IOPE Expert Retinol Serum Hydrogel Face Mask for Firming 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 budget bracket, so value comes down to formulation quality. innisfree Retinol Cica Ampoule gets the nod here with its 8.5 overall score — you're getting more for a similar outlay.

Our verdict

✶ Our verdict

It's a close call — both products score within 0.3 points of each other. Your choice depends on your specific skin concerns.

8.5innisfree
vs
8.5IOPE

Frequently asked questions

Which is better: innisfree Retinol Cica Ampoule or IOPE Expert Retinol Serum Hydrogel Face Mask for Firming?

Based on ingredient analysis, innisfree Retinol Cica Ampoule scores higher overall. See the full score breakdown above for details on each attribute.

Do innisfree Retinol Cica Ampoule and IOPE Expert Retinol Serum Hydrogel Face Mask for Firming 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 Retinol Cica Ampoule and IOPE Expert Retinol Serum Hydrogel Face Mask for Firming?

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