The INKEY List 360 Acne Clearing Serum with Dioic & Salicylic Acid vs The Ordinary AHA 30% + BHA 2% High-Strength Peeling Solution for Brightening
The INKEY List 360 Acne Clearing Serum with Dioic & Salicylic Acid scores 8.7/9.8 vs The Ordinary AHA 30% + BHA 2% High-Strength Peeling Solution for Brightening at 8.2/9.8. The INKEY List 360 Acne Clearing Serum with Dioic & Salicylic Acid wins for hydration.
Head to head
360 Acne Clearing Serum with Dioic & Salicylic Acid
AHA 30% + BHA 2% High-Strength Peeling Solution for Brightening
Score comparison
The INKEY List 360 Acne Clearing Serum with Dioic & Salicylic Acid edges ahead, winning 1 of 5 attributes.
Scores last verified: June 2026
Attribute battle
Hydration Efficacy
The INKEY List WINSIrritation Risk
TIEActive Ingredient Strength
The Ordinary WINSIngredient Transparency
TIEFormulation Safety
TIEIngredient face-off
36% overlapOnly in The INKEY List 360 Acne Clearing Serum with Dioic & Salicylic Acid
16 unique
Shared ingredients
9 in common
Only in The Ordinary AHA 30% + BHA 2% High-Strength Peeling Solution for Brightening
12 unique
Why The INKEY List 360 Acne Clearing Serum with Dioic & Salicylic Acid comes out ahead
Where The INKEY List 360 Acne Clearing Serum with Dioic & Salicylic Acid really shines is hydration efficacy, scoring 7.5 compared to The Ordinary AHA 30% + BHA 2% High-Strength Peeling Solution for Brightening's 3.7. With Glycerin, Propanediol, and Panthenol in its top ingredients, The INKEY List 360 Acne Clearing Serum with Dioic & Salicylic Acid delivers stronger moisture-binding capability.
Active Ingredient Strength is another area of separation. The Ordinary AHA 30% + BHA 2% High-Strength Peeling Solution for Brightening scores 6.5 here versus 5.2 for The INKEY List 360 Acne Clearing Serum with Dioic & Salicylic Acid. That difference comes down to how each formula is built — the ingredient list tells the story.
The INKEY List 360 Acne Clearing Serum with Dioic & Salicylic Acid brings Salicylic Acid, Zinc Pca, and Lactic Acid as actives, while the Ordinary AHA 30% + BHA 2% High-Strength Peeling Solution for Brightening relies on Glycolic Acid, Salicylic Acid, and Lactic Acid. Both approaches have merit, but the positioning and supporting ingredients make the difference.
Best for your skin type
The INKEY List 360 Acne Clearing Serum with Dioic & Salicylic Acid 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
The Ordinary AHA 30% + BHA 2% High-Strength Peeling Solution for Brightening is better if you have
- Sensitive skin — the low-irritation formula keeps things gentle
- Anyone who prefers clean, well-vetted formulations
Value comparison
At mid-range pricing with a score of 8.7, The INKEY List 360 Acne Clearing Serum with Dioic & Salicylic Acid delivers strong value. The Ordinary AHA 30% + BHA 2% High-Strength Peeling Solution for Brightening sits at the budget level with a 8.2 score — the extra cost doesn't translate to better scores here.
Our verdict
The INKEY List 360 Acne Clearing Serum with Dioic & Salicylic Acid edges ahead with a slightly stronger formulation, but The Ordinary AHA 30% + BHA 2% High-Strength Peeling Solution for Brightening is still a solid pick.
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: The INKEY List 360 Acne Clearing Serum with Dioic & Salicylic Acid or The Ordinary AHA 30% + BHA 2% High-Strength Peeling Solution for Brightening?
Based on ingredient analysis, The INKEY List 360 Acne Clearing Serum with Dioic & Salicylic Acid scores higher overall. See the full score breakdown above for details on each attribute.
Do The INKEY List 360 Acne Clearing Serum with Dioic & Salicylic Acid and The Ordinary AHA 30% + BHA 2% High-Strength Peeling Solution for Brightening share ingredients?
Yes, they share common ingredients. Check the ingredient face-off section above for a detailed comparison.
What's the main difference between The INKEY List 360 Acne Clearing Serum with Dioic & Salicylic Acid and The Ordinary AHA 30% + BHA 2% High-Strength Peeling Solution for Brightening?
The key differences are in their active ingredients and formulation approach. Check the attribute battle above for a detailed breakdown.