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Kiehl's Since 1851 Ultra Pure Hyaluronic Acid 1.5% Serum vs Lancôme Renergie C.R.X. Triple Serum Retinol

Lancôme Renergie C.R.X. Triple Serum Retinol scores 9.7/9.8 vs Kiehl's Since 1851 Ultra Pure Hyaluronic Acid 1.5% Serum at 5.2/9.8. Lancôme Renergie C.R.X. Triple Serum Retinol wins for active ingredients.

Head to head

Kiehl's Since 1851 Ultra Pure Hyaluronic Acid 1.5% Serum
Kiehl's Since 1851

Ultra Pure Hyaluronic Acid 1.5% Serum

serumpremium
5.2
VS
Lancôme Renergie C.R.X. Triple Serum Retinol
Lancôme

Renergie C.R.X. Triple Serum Retinol

serumluxury
9.7

Score comparison

Lancôme Renergie C.R.X. Triple Serum Retinol takes this one, winning 3 of 5 attributes.

1
1
3
Kiehl's Since 1851 wins 1
Tied 1
Lancôme wins 3
5.2Kiehl's Since 1851
+4.5vs
9.7Lancôme

Scores last verified: July 2026

Attribute battle

Hydration Efficacy

Lancôme WINS
4.6
9.8
Kiehl's Since 1851
Lancôme

Irritation Risk

Kiehl's Since 1851 WINS
9.5
9.2
Kiehl's Since 1851
Lancôme

Active Ingredient Strength

Lancôme WINS
2.0
9.8
Kiehl's Since 1851
Lancôme

Ingredient Transparency

Lancôme WINS
6.0
8.5
Kiehl's Since 1851
Lancôme

Formulation Safety

TIE
9.0
9.0
Kiehl's Since 1851
Lancôme

Ingredient face-off

8% overlap
7Kiehl's Since 1851
4Shared
51Lancôme

Why Lancôme Renergie C.R.X. Triple Serum Retinol comes out ahead

Where Lancôme Renergie C.R.X. Triple Serum Retinol really shines is active ingredient strength, scoring 9.8 compared to Kiehl's Since 1851 Ultra Pure Hyaluronic Acid 1.5% Serum's 2.0. Its formula features Ascorbic Acid, Adenosine, and Ceramide Ap in high positions, signalling meaningful concentrations.

Hydration Efficacy is another area of separation. Lancôme Renergie C.R.X. Triple Serum Retinol scores 9.8 here versus 4.6 for Kiehl's Since 1851 Ultra Pure Hyaluronic Acid 1.5% Serum. That difference comes down to how each formula is built — the ingredient list tells the story.

Lancôme Renergie C.R.X. Triple Serum Retinol brings Ascorbic Acid, Adenosine, and Ceramide Ap as actives, giving it an edge in targeted skincare benefits.

Best for your skin type

Kiehl's Since 1851 Ultra Pure Hyaluronic Acid 1.5% Serum is better if you have

  • Sensitive skin — the low-irritation formula keeps things gentle
  • Anyone who prefers clean, well-vetted formulations

Lancôme Renergie C.R.X. Triple Serum Retinol is better if you have

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

Value comparison

At premium pricing with a score of 5.2, Kiehl's Since 1851 Ultra Pure Hyaluronic Acid 1.5% Serum is a decent pick. Lancôme Renergie C.R.X. Triple Serum Retinol sits at the luxury level with a 9.7 score — the higher investment pays off in formulation quality.

Our verdict

✶ Our verdict
+4.5 lead

Lancôme Renergie C.R.X. Triple Serum Retinol wins this comparison with a meaningfully stronger ingredient profile and overall score.

5.2Kiehl's Since 1851
vs
9.7Lancôme

Frequently asked questions

Which is better: Kiehl's Since 1851 Ultra Pure Hyaluronic Acid 1.5% Serum or Lancôme Renergie C.R.X. Triple Serum Retinol?

Based on ingredient analysis, Lancôme Renergie C.R.X. Triple Serum Retinol scores higher overall. See the full score breakdown above for details on each attribute.

Do Kiehl's Since 1851 Ultra Pure Hyaluronic Acid 1.5% Serum and Lancôme Renergie C.R.X. Triple Serum Retinol share ingredients?

Yes, they share common ingredients. Check the ingredient face-off section above for a detailed comparison.

What's the main difference between Kiehl's Since 1851 Ultra Pure Hyaluronic Acid 1.5% Serum and Lancôme Renergie C.R.X. Triple Serum Retinol?

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