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innisfree Retinol Cica Ampoule vs Lancôme Renergie C.R.X. Triple Serum Retinol

Lancôme Renergie C.R.X. Triple Serum Retinol scores 9.7/9.8 vs innisfree Retinol Cica Ampoule at 8.5/9.8. Lancôme Renergie C.R.X. Triple Serum Retinol wins for active ingredients.

Head to head

innisfree Retinol Cica Ampoule
innisfree

Retinol Cica Ampoule

serumbudget
8.5
VS
Lancôme Renergie C.R.X. Triple Serum Retinol
Lancôme

Renergie C.R.X. Triple Serum Retinol

serumluxury
9.7

Score comparison

Lancôme Renergie C.R.X. Triple Serum Retinol takes this one, winning 2 of 5 attributes.

2
1
2
innisfree wins 2
Tied 1
Lancôme wins 2
8.5innisfree
+1.2vs
9.7Lancôme

Scores last verified: July 2026

Attribute battle

Hydration Efficacy

Lancôme WINS
9.2
9.8
innisfree
Lancôme

Irritation Risk

innisfree WINS
9.5
9.2
innisfree
Lancôme

Active Ingredient Strength

Lancôme WINS
6.4
9.8
innisfree
Lancôme

Ingredient Transparency

innisfree WINS
8.8
8.5
innisfree
Lancôme

Formulation Safety

TIE
9.0
9.0
innisfree
Lancôme

Why Lancôme Renergie C.R.X. Triple Serum Retinol comes out ahead

Where Lancôme Renergie C.R.X. Triple Serum Retinol really shines is active ingredient strength, scoring 9.8 compared to innisfree Retinol Cica Ampoule's 6.4. Its formula features Ascorbic Acid, Adenosine, and Ceramide Ap in high positions, signalling meaningful concentrations.

Hydration Efficacy is another area of separation. Lancôme Renergie C.R.X. Triple Serum Retinol scores 9.8 here versus 9.2 for innisfree Retinol Cica Ampoule. That difference comes down to how each formula is built — the ingredient list tells the story.

Lancôme Renergie C.R.X. Triple Serum Retinol brings Ascorbic Acid, Adenosine, and Ceramide Ap as actives, while innisfree Retinol Cica Ampoule relies on Niacinamide, Tocopherol, and Retinol. 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

Lancôme Renergie C.R.X. Triple Serum Retinol is better if you have

  • Sensitive skin — the low-irritation formula keeps things gentle
  • Dry or dehydrated skin that craves moisture, thanks to Propylene Glycol
  • Targeting specific concerns like aging or uneven tone — Ascorbic Acid does the heavy lifting

Value comparison

At budget pricing with a score of 8.5, innisfree Retinol Cica Ampoule is a decent pick. Lancôme Renergie C.R.X. Triple Serum Retinol sits at the luxury level with a 9.7 score — the higher investment pays off in formulation quality.

Our verdict

✶ Our verdict
+1.2 lead

Lancôme Renergie C.R.X. Triple Serum Retinol wins this comparison with a meaningfully stronger ingredient profile and overall score.

8.5innisfree
vs
9.7Lancôme

Frequently asked questions

Which is better: innisfree Retinol Cica Ampoule or Lancôme Renergie C.R.X. Triple Serum Retinol?

Based on ingredient analysis, Lancôme Renergie C.R.X. Triple Serum Retinol scores higher overall. See the full score breakdown above for details on each attribute.

Do innisfree Retinol Cica Ampoule and Lancôme Renergie C.R.X. Triple Serum Retinol 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 Lancôme Renergie C.R.X. Triple Serum Retinol?

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