Serum comparison
Minimalist Retinol 0.3% Face Serum vs SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Ampoule
For acne-prone skin, SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Ampoule scores higher (63% vs 100% clean). For fungal acne, SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Ampoule is the safer pick.
| Minimalist Retinol 0.3% Face Serum | SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Ampoule | |
|---|---|---|
| Clean score | 63% | 100% |
| Pore-clogging | Mild risk | Acne-safe |
| Fungal acne | Not fungal-acne safe | Fungal-acne safe |
| Ingredients rated 3+ | 0 | 0 |
| Recognised ingredients | 4 / 11 | 3 / 7 |
| Type | leave-on | leave-on |
Only in Minimalist Retinol 0.3% Face Serum
- Tocopherol: rated 2/5
- Polysorbate 20: rated 0/5, fungal-acne trigger
Only in SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Ampoule
No extra flagged ingredients compared with the other product.
Frequently asked questions
Which is better for acne-prone skin, Minimalist Retinol 0.3% Face Serum or SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Ampoule?
For acne-prone skin, SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Ampoule scores higher (63% vs 100% clean). For fungal acne, SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Ampoule is the safer pick.
Do Minimalist Retinol 0.3% Face Serum and SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Ampoule have similar ingredients?
They have very different formulas.
Both scans use each brand's official ingredient list. See the product pages for sources and dates.
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