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Innisfree Retinol Cica Ampoule scores 8.7/9.8 and Sulwhasoo Concentrated Ginseng Renewing Cream scores 8.5/9.8 — a near-tie where your skin type decides the winner.
These two are neck and neck — just 0.2 points apart.
Scores last verified: April 2026
11 unique
13 in common
13 unique
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.
Innisfree Retinol Cica Ampoule brings Niacinamide, Tocopherol, and Retinol as actives, while sulwhasoo Concentrated Ginseng Renewing Cream relies on Niacinamide, Panax Ginseng Root Extract, and Ceramide Np. Both approaches have merit, but the positioning and supporting ingredients make the difference.
Innisfree Retinol Cica Ampoule is better if you have
Sulwhasoo Concentrated Ginseng Renewing Cream is better if you have
At budget pricing with a score of 8.7, Innisfree Retinol Cica Ampoule delivers strong value. Sulwhasoo Concentrated Ginseng Renewing Cream sits at the luxury level with a 8.5 score — the extra cost doesn't translate to better scores here.
It's a close call — both products score within 0.3 points of each other. Your choice depends on your specific skin concerns.
Based on ingredient analysis, Innisfree Retinol Cica Ampoule scores higher overall. See the full score breakdown above for details on each attribute.
Yes, they share common ingredients. Check the ingredient face-off section above for a detailed comparison.
The key differences are in their active ingredients and formulation approach. Check the attribute battle above for a detailed breakdown.
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