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innisfree Retinol Cica Ampoule vs OLIVIAUMMA Jelly Brightening Serum with Vitamin C and Niacinamide

innisfree Retinol Cica Ampoule scores 8.5/9.8 and OLIVIAUMMA Jelly Brightening Serum with Vitamin C and Niacinamide scores 8.6/9.8 — 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
OLIVIAUMMA Jelly Brightening Serum with Vitamin C and Niacinamide
OLIVIAUMMA

Jelly Brightening Serum with Vitamin C and Niacinamide

serumpremium
8.6

Score comparison

These two are neck and neck — just 0.1 points apart.

3
2
innisfree wins 3
Tied 2
OLIVIAUMMA wins 0
8.5innisfree
vs
8.6OLIVIAUMMA

Scores last verified: July 2026

Attribute battle

Hydration Efficacy

innisfree WINS
9.2
6.5
innisfree
OLIVIAUMMA

Irritation Risk

TIE
9.5
9.5
innisfree
OLIVIAUMMA

Active Ingredient Strength

innisfree WINS
6.4
4.9
innisfree
OLIVIAUMMA

Ingredient Transparency

TIE
8.8
8.8
innisfree
OLIVIAUMMA

Formulation Safety

innisfree WINS
9.0
8.0
innisfree
OLIVIAUMMA

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 4.9 for OLIVIAUMMA Jelly Brightening Serum with Vitamin C and Niacinamide. That difference comes down to how each formula is built — the ingredient list tells the story.

OLIVIAUMMA Jelly Brightening Serum with Vitamin C and Niacinamide brings Niacinamide, Arginine, and Allantoin 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

OLIVIAUMMA Jelly Brightening Serum with Vitamin C and Niacinamide is better if you have

  • Sensitive skin — the low-irritation formula keeps things gentle
  • Anyone who prefers clean, well-vetted formulations

Value comparison

At budget pricing with a score of 8.5, innisfree Retinol Cica Ampoule is a decent pick. OLIVIAUMMA Jelly Brightening Serum with Vitamin C and Niacinamide sits at the premium level with a 8.6 score — the higher investment pays off in formulation quality.

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
8.6OLIVIAUMMA

Frequently asked questions

Which is better: innisfree Retinol Cica Ampoule or OLIVIAUMMA Jelly Brightening Serum with Vitamin C and Niacinamide?

Based on ingredient analysis, OLIVIAUMMA Jelly Brightening Serum with Vitamin C and Niacinamide scores higher overall. See the full score breakdown above for details on each attribute.

Do innisfree Retinol Cica Ampoule and OLIVIAUMMA Jelly Brightening Serum with Vitamin C and Niacinamide 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 OLIVIAUMMA Jelly Brightening Serum with Vitamin C and Niacinamide?

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