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Lancôme Renergie C.R.X. Triple Serum Retinol vs Sunday Riley B3 Nice 10% Niacinamide Serum

Lancôme Renergie C.R.X. Triple Serum Retinol scores 9.7/9.8 vs Sunday Riley B3 Nice 10% Niacinamide Serum at 8.5/9.8. Lancôme Renergie C.R.X. Triple Serum Retinol wins for hydration.

Head to head

Lancôme Renergie C.R.X. Triple Serum Retinol
Lancôme

Renergie C.R.X. Triple Serum Retinol

serumluxury
9.7
VS
Sunday Riley B3 Nice 10% Niacinamide Serum
Sunday Riley

B3 Nice 10% Niacinamide Serum

serumpremium
8.5

Score comparison

Lancôme Renergie C.R.X. Triple Serum Retinol takes this one, winning 2 of 5 attributes.

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2
1
Lancôme wins 2
Tied 2
Sunday Riley wins 1
9.7Lancôme
+1.2vs
8.5Sunday Riley

Scores last verified: July 2026

Attribute battle

Hydration Efficacy

Lancôme WINS
9.8
5.1
Lancôme
Sunday Riley

Irritation Risk

Sunday Riley WINS
9.2
9.5
Lancôme
Sunday Riley

Active Ingredient Strength

Lancôme WINS
9.8
7.6
Lancôme
Sunday Riley

Ingredient Transparency

TIE
8.5
8.5
Lancôme
Sunday Riley

Formulation Safety

TIE
9.0
9.0
Lancôme
Sunday Riley

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

Where Lancôme Renergie C.R.X. Triple Serum Retinol really shines is hydration efficacy, scoring 9.8 compared to Sunday Riley B3 Nice 10% Niacinamide Serum's 5.1. With Propylene Glycol, Glycerin, and Dipropylene Glycol in its top ingredients, Lancôme Renergie C.R.X. Triple Serum Retinol delivers stronger moisture-binding capability.

Active Ingredient Strength is another area of separation. Lancôme Renergie C.R.X. Triple Serum Retinol scores 9.8 here versus 7.6 for Sunday Riley B3 Nice 10% Niacinamide 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, while sunday Riley B3 Nice 10% Niacinamide Serum relies on Niacinamide, Resveratrol, and Asiaticoside. Both approaches have merit, but the positioning and supporting ingredients make the difference.

Best for your skin type

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

Sunday Riley B3 Nice 10% Niacinamide Serum is better if you have

  • Sensitive skin — the low-irritation formula keeps things gentle
  • Targeting specific concerns like aging or uneven tone — Niacinamide does the heavy lifting
  • Anyone who prefers clean, well-vetted formulations

Value comparison

At luxury pricing with a score of 9.7, Lancôme Renergie C.R.X. Triple Serum Retinol delivers strong value. Sunday Riley B3 Nice 10% Niacinamide Serum sits at the premium level with a 8.5 score — the extra cost doesn't translate to better scores here.

Our verdict

✶ Our verdict
+1.2 lead

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

9.7Lancôme
vs
8.5Sunday Riley

Frequently asked questions

Which is better: Lancôme Renergie C.R.X. Triple Serum Retinol or Sunday Riley B3 Nice 10% Niacinamide Serum?

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 Lancôme Renergie C.R.X. Triple Serum Retinol and Sunday Riley B3 Nice 10% Niacinamide 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 Lancôme Renergie C.R.X. Triple Serum Retinol and Sunday Riley B3 Nice 10% Niacinamide Serum?

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