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SK-II GenOptics Spot Essence scores 8.3/9.8 and Summer Fridays Midnight Ritual Retinol Renewal Serum scores 8.2/9.8 — a near-tie where your skin type decides the winner.
These two are neck and neck — just 0.1 points apart.
Scores last verified: June 2026
30 unique
5 in common
29 unique
These two serums 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.
SK-II GenOptics Spot Essence brings Galactomyces Ferment Filtrate, Niacinamide, and Inositol 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.
SK-II GenOptics Spot Essence is better if you have
Summer Fridays Midnight Ritual Retinol Renewal Serum is better if you have
At luxury pricing with a score of 8.3, SK-II GenOptics Spot Essence delivers strong value. Summer Fridays Midnight Ritual Retinol Renewal Serum sits at the premium level with a 8.2 score — the extra cost doesn't translate to better scores here.
It's a close call — both products score within 0.3 points of each other. Your choice depends on your specific skin concerns.
Based on ingredient analysis, SK-II GenOptics Spot Essence scores higher overall. See the full score breakdown above for details on each attribute.
Yes, they share common ingredients. Check the ingredient face-off section above for a detailed comparison.
The key differences are in their active ingredients and formulation approach. Check the attribute battle above for a detailed breakdown.
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