RETINOL RETINOL SKIN CREAM vs Shiseido Benefiance Eye Cream Set
RETINOL RETINOL SKIN CREAM scores 8.5/9.8 and Shiseido Benefiance Eye Cream Set scores 8.4/9.8 — a near-tie where your skin type decides the winner.
Head to head
RETINOL SKIN CREAM
Benefiance Eye Cream Set
Score comparison
These two are neck and neck — just 0.1 points apart.
Scores last verified: July 2026
Attribute battle
Hydration Efficacy
TIEIrritation Risk
RETINOL WINSActive Ingredient Strength
RETINOL WINSIngredient Transparency
TIEFormulation Safety
Shiseido WINSIngredient face-off
17% overlapOnly in RETINOL RETINOL SKIN CREAM
41 unique
Shared ingredients
16 in common
Only in Shiseido Benefiance Eye Cream Set
77 unique
Why these two are neck and neck
These two moisturisers take different paths to a similar destination. Both formulas include solid hydrating ingredients, and the overall scores reflect that — the gap here is genuinely slim.
Formulation Safety is another area of separation. Shiseido Benefiance Eye Cream Set scores 8.7 here versus 7.5 for RETINOL RETINOL SKIN CREAM. That difference comes down to how each formula is built — the ingredient list tells the story.
RETINOL RETINOL SKIN CREAM brings Arginine, Glycine Soja (Soybean) Germ Extract, and Royal Jelly Extract as actives, while shiseido Benefiance Eye Cream Set relies on Carnosine, Tocopheryl Acetate, and Caffeine. Both approaches have merit, but the positioning and supporting ingredients make the difference.
Best for your skin type
RETINOL RETINOL SKIN CREAM is better if you have
- Sensitive skin — the low-irritation formula keeps things gentle
- Dry or dehydrated skin that craves moisture, thanks to Ingredients (Inci): Water
- Anyone who prefers clean, well-vetted formulations
Shiseido Benefiance Eye Cream Set 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
Our verdict
It's a close call — both products score within 0.3 points of each other. Your choice depends on your specific skin concerns.
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: RETINOL RETINOL SKIN CREAM or Shiseido Benefiance Eye Cream Set?
Based on ingredient analysis, RETINOL RETINOL SKIN CREAM scores higher overall. See the full score breakdown above for details on each attribute.
Do RETINOL RETINOL SKIN CREAM and Shiseido Benefiance Eye Cream Set share ingredients?
Yes, they share common ingredients. Check the ingredient face-off section above for a detailed comparison.
What's the main difference between RETINOL RETINOL SKIN CREAM and Shiseido Benefiance Eye Cream Set?
The key differences are in their active ingredients and formulation approach. Check the attribute battle above for a detailed breakdown.