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innisfree Retinol Cica Ampoule vs rhode Mini Rhode Kit Glazed Skincare Essentials

innisfree Retinol Cica Ampoule scores 8.5/9.8 and rhode Mini Rhode Kit Glazed Skincare Essentials scores 8.4/9.8 — 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
rhode Mini Rhode Kit Glazed Skincare Essentials
rhode

Mini Rhode Kit Glazed Skincare Essentials

moisturiserpremium
8.4

Score comparison

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

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2
2
innisfree wins 1
Tied 2
rhode wins 2
8.5innisfree
vs
8.4rhode

Scores last verified: July 2026

Attribute battle

Hydration Efficacy

rhode WINS
9.2
9.8
innisfree
rhode

Irritation Risk

TIE
9.5
9.5
innisfree
rhode

Active Ingredient Strength

rhode WINS
6.4
7.9
innisfree
rhode

Ingredient Transparency

innisfree WINS
8.8
8.5
innisfree
rhode

Formulation Safety

TIE
9.0
9.0
innisfree
rhode

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.

Hydration Efficacy is another area of separation. rhode Mini Rhode Kit Glazed Skincare Essentials 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.

innisfree Retinol Cica Ampoule brings Niacinamide, Tocopherol, and Retinol as actives, while rhode Mini Rhode Kit Glazed Skincare Essentials relies on Tocopherol, Ananas Sativus (Pineapple) Fruit Extract, and Camellia Oleifera Leaf 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

rhode Mini Rhode Kit Glazed Skincare Essentials is better if you have

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

Value comparison

At budget pricing with a score of 8.5, innisfree Retinol Cica Ampoule delivers strong value. rhode Mini Rhode Kit Glazed Skincare Essentials sits at the premium level with a 8.4 score — the extra cost doesn't translate to better scores here.

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
8.4rhode

Frequently asked questions

Which is better: innisfree Retinol Cica Ampoule or rhode Mini Rhode Kit Glazed Skincare Essentials?

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 rhode Mini Rhode Kit Glazed Skincare Essentials 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 rhode Mini Rhode Kit Glazed Skincare Essentials?

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