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Lancôme Renergie C.R.X. Triple Serum Retinol vs The Ordinary Volufiline 92% + Pal-Isoleucine 1% Plumping Serum

Lancôme Renergie C.R.X. Triple Serum Retinol scores 9.7/9.8 vs The Ordinary Volufiline 92% + Pal-Isoleucine 1% Plumping Serum at 3.9/9.8. Lancôme Renergie C.R.X. Triple Serum Retinol wins for active ingredients.

Head to head

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

Renergie C.R.X. Triple Serum Retinol

serumluxury
9.7
VS
The Ordinary Volufiline 92% + Pal-Isoleucine 1% Plumping Serum
The Ordinary

Volufiline 92% + Pal-Isoleucine 1% Plumping Serum

serummid-range
3.9

Score comparison

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

3
1
1
Lancôme wins 3
Tied 1
The Ordinary wins 1
9.7Lancôme
+5.8vs
3.9The Ordinary

Scores last verified: July 2026

Attribute battle

Hydration Efficacy

Lancôme WINS
9.8
4.5
Lancôme
The Ordinary

Irritation Risk

The Ordinary WINS
9.2
9.5
Lancôme
The Ordinary

Active Ingredient Strength

Lancôme WINS
9.8
2.0
Lancôme
The Ordinary

Ingredient Transparency

Lancôme WINS
8.5
6.0
Lancôme
The Ordinary

Formulation Safety

TIE
9.0
9.0
Lancôme
The Ordinary

Ingredient face-off

4% overlap
51Lancôme
2Shared
6The Ordinary

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 The Ordinary Volufiline 92% + Pal-Isoleucine 1% Plumping 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 4.5 for The Ordinary Volufiline 92% + Pal-Isoleucine 1% Plumping 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 the Ordinary Volufiline 92% + Pal-Isoleucine 1% Plumping Serum relies on Anemarrhena Asphodeloides Root Extract and Tocopherol. 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

The Ordinary Volufiline 92% + Pal-Isoleucine 1% Plumping Serum is better if you have

  • Sensitive skin — the low-irritation formula keeps things gentle
  • 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. The Ordinary Volufiline 92% + Pal-Isoleucine 1% Plumping Serum sits at the mid-range level with a 3.9 score — the extra cost doesn't translate to better scores here.

Our verdict

✶ Our verdict
+5.8 lead

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

9.7Lancôme
vs
3.9The Ordinary

Frequently asked questions

Which is better: Lancôme Renergie C.R.X. Triple Serum Retinol or The Ordinary Volufiline 92% + Pal-Isoleucine 1% Plumping 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 The Ordinary Volufiline 92% + Pal-Isoleucine 1% Plumping 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 The Ordinary Volufiline 92% + Pal-Isoleucine 1% Plumping Serum?

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