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innisfree Retinol Cica Ampoule vs Skinfix Target+ Brighten + Firm 15% Vitamin C Serum

Skinfix Target+ Brighten + Firm 15% Vitamin C Serum scores 9.2/9.8 vs innisfree Retinol Cica Ampoule at 8.5/9.8. Skinfix Target+ Brighten + Firm 15% Vitamin C Serum wins for active ingredients.

Head to head

innisfree Retinol Cica Ampoule
innisfree

Retinol Cica Ampoule

serumbudget
8.5
VS
Skinfix Target+ Brighten + Firm 15% Vitamin C Serum
Skinfix

Target+ Brighten + Firm 15% Vitamin C Serum

serumpremium
9.2

Score comparison

Skinfix Target+ Brighten + Firm 15% Vitamin C Serum edges ahead, winning 3 of 5 attributes.

3
2
innisfree wins 3
Tied 2
Skinfix wins 0
8.5innisfree
+0.7vs
9.2Skinfix

Scores last verified: July 2026

Attribute battle

Hydration Efficacy

innisfree WINS
9.2
8.8
innisfree
Skinfix

Irritation Risk

TIE
9.5
9.5
innisfree
Skinfix

Active Ingredient Strength

innisfree WINS
6.4
5.8
innisfree
Skinfix

Ingredient Transparency

innisfree WINS
8.8
8.5
innisfree
Skinfix

Formulation Safety

TIE
9.0
9.0
innisfree
Skinfix

Why Skinfix Target+ Brighten + Firm 15% Vitamin C Serum comes out ahead

Where Skinfix Target+ Brighten + Firm 15% Vitamin C Serum really shines is active ingredient strength, scoring 5.8 compared to innisfree Retinol Cica Ampoule's 6.4. Its formula features Tetrahexyldecyl Ascorbate, Oligopeptide-2, and Hexapeptide-11 in high positions, signalling meaningful concentrations.

Hydration Efficacy is another area of separation. innisfree Retinol Cica Ampoule scores 9.2 here versus 8.8 for Skinfix Target+ Brighten + Firm 15% Vitamin C Serum. That difference comes down to how each formula is built — the ingredient list tells the story.

Skinfix Target+ Brighten + Firm 15% Vitamin C Serum brings Tetrahexyldecyl Ascorbate, Oligopeptide-2, and Hexapeptide-11 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

Skinfix Target+ Brighten + Firm 15% Vitamin C Serum 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

At budget pricing with a score of 8.5, innisfree Retinol Cica Ampoule is a decent pick. Skinfix Target+ Brighten + Firm 15% Vitamin C Serum sits at the premium level with a 9.2 score — the higher investment pays off in formulation quality.

Our verdict

✶ Our verdict
+0.7 lead

Skinfix Target+ Brighten + Firm 15% Vitamin C Serum edges ahead with a slightly stronger formulation, but innisfree Retinol Cica Ampoule is still a solid pick.

8.5innisfree
vs
9.2Skinfix

Frequently asked questions

Which is better: innisfree Retinol Cica Ampoule or Skinfix Target+ Brighten + Firm 15% Vitamin C Serum?

Based on ingredient analysis, Skinfix Target+ Brighten + Firm 15% Vitamin C Serum scores higher overall. See the full score breakdown above for details on each attribute.

Do innisfree Retinol Cica Ampoule and Skinfix Target+ Brighten + Firm 15% Vitamin C 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 Skinfix Target+ Brighten + Firm 15% Vitamin C Serum?

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