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innisfree Retinol Cica Ampoule vs Peace Out Salicylic Acid Acne Treatment Serum

Peace Out Salicylic Acid Acne Treatment Serum scores 8.9/9.8 vs innisfree Retinol Cica Ampoule at 8.5/9.8. Peace Out Salicylic Acid Acne Treatment Serum wins for hydration.

Head to head

innisfree Retinol Cica Ampoule
innisfree

Retinol Cica Ampoule

serumbudget
8.5
VS
Peace Out Salicylic Acid Acne Treatment Serum
Peace Out

Salicylic Acid Acne Treatment Serum

serummid-range
8.9

Score comparison

Peace Out Salicylic Acid Acne Treatment Serum edges ahead, winning 2 of 5 attributes.

2
3
innisfree wins 2
Tied 3
Peace Out wins 0
8.5innisfree
+0.4vs
8.9Peace Out

Scores last verified: July 2026

Attribute battle

Hydration Efficacy

innisfree WINS
9.2
6.0
innisfree
Peace Out

Irritation Risk

TIE
9.5
9.5
innisfree
Peace Out

Active Ingredient Strength

TIE
6.4
6.4
innisfree
Peace Out

Ingredient Transparency

innisfree WINS
8.8
8.5
innisfree
Peace Out

Formulation Safety

TIE
9.0
9.0
innisfree
Peace Out

Why Peace Out Salicylic Acid Acne Treatment Serum comes out ahead

Where Peace Out Salicylic Acid Acne Treatment Serum really shines is hydration efficacy, scoring 6.0 compared to innisfree Retinol Cica Ampoule's 9.2. With Propanediol, Isopentyldiol, and Butylene Glycol in its top ingredients, Peace Out Salicylic Acid Acne Treatment Serum delivers stronger moisture-binding capability.

Ingredient Transparency is another area of separation. innisfree Retinol Cica Ampoule scores 8.8 here versus 8.5 for Peace Out Salicylic Acid Acne Treatment Serum. That difference comes down to how each formula is built — the ingredient list tells the story.

Peace Out Salicylic Acid Acne Treatment Serum brings Niacinamide, Zinc Pca, and Potassium Azeloyl Diglycinate 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

Peace Out Salicylic Acid Acne Treatment Serum 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. Peace Out Salicylic Acid Acne Treatment Serum sits at the mid-range level with a 8.9 score — the higher investment pays off in formulation quality.

Our verdict

✶ Our verdict
+0.4 lead

Peace Out Salicylic Acid Acne Treatment Serum edges ahead with a slightly stronger formulation, but innisfree Retinol Cica Ampoule is still a solid pick.

8.5innisfree
vs
8.9Peace Out

Frequently asked questions

Which is better: innisfree Retinol Cica Ampoule or Peace Out Salicylic Acid Acne Treatment Serum?

Based on ingredient analysis, Peace Out Salicylic Acid Acne Treatment Serum scores higher overall. See the full score breakdown above for details on each attribute.

Do innisfree Retinol Cica Ampoule and Peace Out Salicylic Acid Acne Treatment 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 innisfree Retinol Cica Ampoule and Peace Out Salicylic Acid Acne Treatment Serum?

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