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rhode Mini Rhode Kit Glazed Skincare Essentials vs Summer Fridays Midnight Ritual Retinol Renewal Serum

Summer Fridays Midnight Ritual Retinol Renewal Serum scores 8.8/9.8 vs rhode Mini Rhode Kit Glazed Skincare Essentials at 8.4/9.8. Summer Fridays Midnight Ritual Retinol Renewal Serum wins for active ingredients.

Head to head

rhode Mini Rhode Kit Glazed Skincare Essentials
rhode

Mini Rhode Kit Glazed Skincare Essentials

moisturiserpremium
8.4
VS
Summer Fridays Midnight Ritual Retinol Renewal Serum
Summer Fridays

Midnight Ritual Retinol Renewal Serum

serumpremium
8.8

Score comparison

Summer Fridays Midnight Ritual Retinol Renewal Serum edges ahead, winning 2 of 5 attributes.

2
3
rhode wins 2
Tied 3
Summer Fridays wins 0
8.4rhode
+0.4vs
8.8Summer Fridays

Scores last verified: July 2026

Attribute battle

Hydration Efficacy

rhode WINS
9.8
7.9
rhode
Summer Fridays

Irritation Risk

TIE
9.5
9.5
rhode
Summer Fridays

Active Ingredient Strength

rhode WINS
7.9
5.9
rhode
Summer Fridays

Ingredient Transparency

TIE
8.5
8.5
rhode
Summer Fridays

Formulation Safety

TIE
9.0
9.0
rhode
Summer Fridays

Why Summer Fridays Midnight Ritual Retinol Renewal Serum comes out ahead

Where Summer Fridays Midnight Ritual Retinol Renewal Serum really shines is active ingredient strength, scoring 5.9 compared to rhode Mini Rhode Kit Glazed Skincare Essentials's 7.9. Its formula features Retinyl Linoleate, Retinol, and Centella Asiatica Extract in high positions, signalling meaningful concentrations.

Hydration Efficacy is another area of separation. rhode Mini Rhode Kit Glazed Skincare Essentials scores 9.8 here versus 7.9 for Summer Fridays Midnight Ritual Retinol Renewal Serum. That difference comes down to how each formula is built — the ingredient list tells the story.

Summer Fridays Midnight Ritual Retinol Renewal Serum brings Retinyl Linoleate, Retinol, and Centella Asiatica Extract as actives, while rhode Mini Rhode Kit Glazed Skincare Essentials relies on Tocopherol, Ananas Sativus (Pineapple) Fruit Extract, and Camellia Oleifera Leaf Extract. Both approaches have merit, but the positioning and supporting ingredients make the difference.

Best for your skin type

rhode Mini Rhode Kit Glazed Skincare Essentials 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 — Tocopherol 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

Both sit in the premium bracket, so value comes down to formulation quality. Summer Fridays Midnight Ritual Retinol Renewal Serum gets the nod here with its 8.8 overall score — you're getting more for a similar outlay.

Our verdict

✶ Our verdict
+0.4 lead

Summer Fridays Midnight Ritual Retinol Renewal Serum edges ahead with a slightly stronger formulation, but rhode Mini Rhode Kit Glazed Skincare Essentials is still a solid pick.

8.4rhode
vs
8.8Summer Fridays

Frequently asked questions

Which is better: rhode Mini Rhode Kit Glazed Skincare Essentials or Summer Fridays Midnight Ritual Retinol Renewal Serum?

Based on ingredient analysis, Summer Fridays Midnight Ritual Retinol Renewal Serum scores higher overall. See the full score breakdown above for details on each attribute.

Do rhode Mini Rhode Kit Glazed Skincare Essentials 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 rhode Mini Rhode Kit Glazed Skincare Essentials 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.