LANEIGE Reset to Balance Mode Kit - Routine Set for Oily Skin and Pore + Shine Control vs Summer Fridays Midnight Ritual Retinol Renewal Serum
LANEIGE Reset to Balance Mode Kit - Routine Set for Oily Skin and Pore + Shine Control scores 9.5/9.8 vs Summer Fridays Midnight Ritual Retinol Renewal Serum at 8.8/9.8. LANEIGE Reset to Balance Mode Kit - Routine Set for Oily Skin and Pore + Shine Control wins for active ingredients.
Head to head

Reset to Balance Mode Kit - Routine Set for Oily Skin and Pore + Shine Control

Midnight Ritual Retinol Renewal Serum
Score comparison
LANEIGE Reset to Balance Mode Kit - Routine Set for Oily Skin and Pore + Shine Control edges ahead, winning 1 of 5 attributes.
Scores last verified: July 2026
Attribute battle
Hydration Efficacy
TIEIrritation Risk
Summer Fridays WINSActive Ingredient Strength
LANEIGE WINSIngredient Transparency
TIEFormulation Safety
TIEIngredient face-off
13% overlapOnly in LANEIGE Reset to Balance Mode Kit - Routine Set for Oily Skin and Pore + Shine Control
58 unique
Shared ingredients
9 in common
Only in Summer Fridays Midnight Ritual Retinol Renewal Serum
25 unique
Why LANEIGE Reset to Balance Mode Kit - Routine Set for Oily Skin and Pore + Shine Control comes out ahead
Where LANEIGE Reset to Balance Mode Kit - Routine Set for Oily Skin and Pore + Shine Control really shines is active ingredient strength, scoring 7.0 compared to Summer Fridays Midnight Ritual Retinol Renewal Serum's 5.9. Its formula features Niacinamide, Inositol, and Ceramide Np in high positions, signalling meaningful concentrations.
Irritation Risk is another area of separation. Summer Fridays Midnight Ritual Retinol Renewal Serum scores 9.5 here versus 9.1 for LANEIGE Reset to Balance Mode Kit - Routine Set for Oily Skin and Pore + Shine Control. That difference comes down to how each formula is built — the ingredient list tells the story.
LANEIGE Reset to Balance Mode Kit - Routine Set for Oily Skin and Pore + Shine Control brings Niacinamide, Inositol, and Ceramide Np as actives, while summer Fridays Midnight Ritual Retinol Renewal Serum relies on Retinyl Linoleate, Retinol, and Centella Asiatica Extract. Both approaches have merit, but the positioning and supporting ingredients make the difference.
Best for your skin type
LANEIGE Reset to Balance Mode Kit - Routine Set for Oily Skin and Pore + Shine Control is better if you have
- Sensitive skin — the low-irritation formula keeps things gentle
- Dry or dehydrated skin that craves moisture, thanks to Glycerin
- Targeting specific concerns like aging or uneven tone — Niacinamide does the heavy lifting
Summer Fridays Midnight Ritual Retinol Renewal Serum is better if you have
- Sensitive skin — the low-irritation formula keeps things gentle
- Dry or dehydrated skin that craves moisture, thanks to Glycerin
- Anyone who prefers clean, well-vetted formulations
Value comparison
At mid-range pricing with a score of 9.5, LANEIGE Reset to Balance Mode Kit - Routine Set for Oily Skin and Pore + Shine Control delivers strong value. Summer Fridays Midnight Ritual Retinol Renewal Serum sits at the premium level with a 8.8 score — the extra cost doesn't translate to better scores here.
Our verdict
LANEIGE Reset to Balance Mode Kit - Routine Set for Oily Skin and Pore + Shine Control edges ahead with a slightly stronger formulation, but Summer Fridays Midnight Ritual Retinol Renewal Serum is still a solid pick.


Frequently asked questions
Which is better: LANEIGE Reset to Balance Mode Kit - Routine Set for Oily Skin and Pore + Shine Control or Summer Fridays Midnight Ritual Retinol Renewal Serum?
Based on ingredient analysis, LANEIGE Reset to Balance Mode Kit - Routine Set for Oily Skin and Pore + Shine Control scores higher overall. See the full score breakdown above for details on each attribute.
Do LANEIGE Reset to Balance Mode Kit - Routine Set for Oily Skin and Pore + Shine Control and Summer Fridays Midnight Ritual Retinol Renewal 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 LANEIGE Reset to Balance Mode Kit - Routine Set for Oily Skin and Pore + Shine Control and Summer Fridays Midnight Ritual Retinol Renewal Serum?
The key differences are in their active ingredients and formulation approach. Check the attribute battle above for a detailed breakdown.