innisfree Retinol Cica Ampoule vs Sulwhasoo Mini Concentrated Ginseng Rejuvenating Serum for Anti-Aging
innisfree Retinol Cica Ampoule scores 8.5/9.8 vs Sulwhasoo Mini Concentrated Ginseng Rejuvenating Serum for Anti-Aging at 8.2/9.8. innisfree Retinol Cica Ampoule wins for hydration.
Head to head
Retinol Cica Ampoule
Mini Concentrated Ginseng Rejuvenating Serum for Anti-Aging
Score comparison
innisfree Retinol Cica Ampoule edges ahead, winning 3 of 5 attributes.
Scores last verified: June 2026
Attribute battle
Hydration Efficacy
innisfree WINSIrritation Risk
TIEActive Ingredient Strength
innisfree WINSIngredient Transparency
innisfree WINSFormulation Safety
TIEIngredient face-off
27% overlapOnly in innisfree Retinol Cica Ampoule
11 unique
Shared ingredients
13 in common
Only in Sulwhasoo Mini Concentrated Ginseng Rejuvenating Serum for Anti-Aging
36 unique
Why innisfree Retinol Cica Ampoule comes out ahead
Where innisfree Retinol Cica Ampoule really shines is hydration efficacy, scoring 9.2 compared to Sulwhasoo Mini Concentrated Ginseng Rejuvenating Serum for Anti-Aging's 7.9. With Butylene Glycol, Propanediol, and Glycerin in its top ingredients, innisfree Retinol Cica Ampoule delivers stronger moisture-binding capability.
Active Ingredient Strength is another area of separation. innisfree Retinol Cica Ampoule scores 6.4 here versus 5.5 for Sulwhasoo Mini Concentrated Ginseng Rejuvenating Serum for Anti-Aging. 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 sulwhasoo Mini Concentrated Ginseng Rejuvenating Serum for Anti-Aging relies on Niacinamide, Panax Ginseng Root Extract, and Nelumbo Nucifera Flower 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
Sulwhasoo Mini Concentrated Ginseng Rejuvenating Serum for Anti-Aging 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
Value comparison
At budget pricing with a score of 8.5, innisfree Retinol Cica Ampoule delivers strong value. Sulwhasoo Mini Concentrated Ginseng Rejuvenating Serum for Anti-Aging sits at the premium level with a 8.2 score — the extra cost doesn't translate to better scores here.
Our verdict
innisfree Retinol Cica Ampoule edges ahead with a slightly stronger formulation, but Sulwhasoo Mini Concentrated Ginseng Rejuvenating Serum for Anti-Aging is still a solid pick.
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: innisfree Retinol Cica Ampoule or Sulwhasoo Mini Concentrated Ginseng Rejuvenating Serum for Anti-Aging?
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 Sulwhasoo Mini Concentrated Ginseng Rejuvenating Serum for Anti-Aging 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 Sulwhasoo Mini Concentrated Ginseng Rejuvenating Serum for Anti-Aging?
The key differences are in their active ingredients and formulation approach. Check the attribute battle above for a detailed breakdown.