Head to head
Differin Adapalene Gel 0.1% vs The Ordinary Multi-Peptide + HA Serum
Same comparison whichever way you searched it: The Ordinary Multi-Peptide + HA Serum vs Differin Adapalene Gel 0.1%.
The bottom lineDifferin Adapalene Gel 0.1% and The Ordinary Multi-Peptide + HA Serum land in much the same place on performance, so value decides it: Differin Adapalene Gel 0.1% does the same job for less.
The Ordinary Multi-Peptide + HA Serum keeps clear of pregnancy-flagged actives, while Differin Adapalene Gel 0.1% carries one that is best paused in pregnancy.
Which should you pick?
Pick Adapalene Gel 0.1% if
- you are dealing with breakouts and oiliness
- you want the more affordable option
- you are prone to fungal acne (malassezia)
Pick Multi-Peptide + HA Serum if
- your barrier feels stressed and needs the support
- plump, lasting hydration is what you want
- you are pregnant or breastfeeding
What each delivers
Side by side
| Adapalene Gel 0.1% | Multi-Peptide + HA Serum | |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Serum | Serum |
| Key actives | Adapalene | Glycerin, Crosslinked sodium HA, Hyaluronic acid |
| Texture | A light, fast-absorbing texture that layers cleanly under the rest of your routine, with no greasy film. | A light, fast-absorbing texture that layers cleanly under the rest of your routine, with no greasy film. |
| Fragrance | None detected | None detected |
| Fungal-acne safe | Likely | Not likely |
| Pregnancy | One caution | No flagged actives |
| Ingredients | 8 listed | 51 listed |
| Price | ~€17 | ~€21 |
What's in one but not the other
Only in Adapalene Gel 0.1%
Both share
No active in common.
Only in Multi-Peptide + HA Serum
The molecule doing the work
Better for…
- Breakouts & congestionAdapalene Gel 0.1%
- Dryness & dehydrationMulti-Peptide + HA Serum
- Sensitive, reactive skinMulti-Peptide + HA Serum
Differin Adapalene Gel 0.1% is the cheaper of the two (~€17 vs ~€21).
Ready to pick one?
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Common questions
Is Differin Adapalene Gel 0.1% or The Ordinary Multi-Peptide + HA Serum better for breakouts & congestion?
For breakouts & congestion, Differin Adapalene Gel 0.1% is the stronger pick by our read of the two formulas. Differin Adapalene Gel 0.1% and The Ordinary Multi-Peptide + HA Serum land in much the same place on performance, so value decides it: Differin Adapalene Gel 0.1% does the same job for less. The Ordinary Multi-Peptide + HA Serum keeps clear of pregnancy-flagged actives, while Differin Adapalene Gel 0.1% carries one that is best paused in pregnancy.
Which is cheaper, Differin Adapalene Gel 0.1% or The Ordinary Multi-Peptide + HA Serum?
Differin Adapalene Gel 0.1% is the cheaper of the two (~€17 vs ~€21).
Can I use Differin Adapalene Gel 0.1% and The Ordinary Multi-Peptide + HA Serum together?
They are both serums, so you would normally pick one rather than layer both in the same step. You can keep both and alternate them (morning and night, or on different days) if you like variety, but you do not need two.
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