innisfree Retinol Cica Ampoule vs The Ordinary AHA 30% + BHA 2% High-Strength Peeling Solution for Brightening
innisfree Retinol Cica Ampoule scores 8.5/9.8 vs The Ordinary AHA 30% + BHA 2% High-Strength Peeling Solution for Brightening at 8.2/9.8. innisfree Retinol Cica Ampoule wins for hydration.
Head to head
Retinol Cica Ampoule
AHA 30% + BHA 2% High-Strength Peeling Solution for Brightening
Score comparison
innisfree Retinol Cica Ampoule edges ahead, winning 2 of 5 attributes.
Scores last verified: June 2026
Attribute battle
Hydration Efficacy
innisfree WINSIrritation Risk
TIEActive Ingredient Strength
TIEIngredient Transparency
innisfree WINSFormulation Safety
TIEIngredient face-off
25% overlapOnly in innisfree Retinol Cica Ampoule
18 unique
Shared ingredients
6 in common
Only in The Ordinary AHA 30% + BHA 2% High-Strength Peeling Solution for Brightening
15 unique
Why innisfree Retinol Cica Ampoule comes out ahead
Where innisfree Retinol Cica Ampoule really shines is hydration efficacy, scoring 9.2 compared to The Ordinary AHA 30% + BHA 2% High-Strength Peeling Solution for Brightening's 3.7. With Butylene Glycol, Propanediol, and Glycerin in its top ingredients, innisfree Retinol Cica Ampoule delivers stronger moisture-binding capability.
Ingredient Transparency is another area of separation. innisfree Retinol Cica Ampoule scores 8.8 here versus 8.5 for The Ordinary AHA 30% + BHA 2% High-Strength Peeling Solution for Brightening. 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 the Ordinary AHA 30% + BHA 2% High-Strength Peeling Solution for Brightening relies on Glycolic Acid, Salicylic Acid, and Lactic Acid. 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
The Ordinary AHA 30% + BHA 2% High-Strength Peeling Solution for Brightening is better if you have
- Sensitive skin — the low-irritation formula keeps things gentle
- Anyone who prefers clean, well-vetted formulations
Value comparison
Both sit in the budget bracket, so value comes down to formulation quality. innisfree Retinol Cica Ampoule gets the nod here with its 8.5 overall score — you're getting more for a similar outlay.
Our verdict
innisfree Retinol Cica Ampoule edges ahead with a slightly stronger formulation, but The Ordinary AHA 30% + BHA 2% High-Strength Peeling Solution for Brightening is still a solid pick.
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: innisfree Retinol Cica Ampoule or The Ordinary AHA 30% + BHA 2% High-Strength Peeling Solution for Brightening?
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 The Ordinary AHA 30% + BHA 2% High-Strength Peeling Solution for Brightening 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 The Ordinary AHA 30% + BHA 2% High-Strength Peeling Solution for Brightening?
The key differences are in their active ingredients and formulation approach. Check the attribute battle above for a detailed breakdown.