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10% Niacinamide Serum

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6 of 20 ingredients flagged

Fragrance
Perfume
Silicone
Cyclopentasiloxane, Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Dimethicone
Fungal acne trigger
Triticum Vulgare (Wheat) Germ Oil
Potential irritant
Methylisothiazolinone

Key ingredientsNiacinamide, Hyaluronic Acid, Zinc PCA, Panthenol (B5), Licorice Root

Ingredients

In label order. Tap one to learn what it does.

  1. 1Aqua

    The base of most formulas. Dissolves everything else.

  2. 2Niacinamide

    Vitamin B3. Balances oil, refines pores, fades marks and strengthens the barrier. A true all-rounder.

  3. 3CyclopentasiloxaneSilicone

    Gives a smooth, silky slip and helps lock in moisture.

  4. 4Dimethicone CrosspolymerSilicone

    Gives a smooth, silky slip and helps lock in moisture.

  5. 5Acrylates/Beheneth-25 Methacrylate Copolymer
  6. 6DimethiconeSilicone

    Silicone that gives a silky finish and a breathable moisture barrier.

  7. 7Silanetriol
  8. 8Hyaluronic Acid

    Holds many times its weight in water for plump, bouncy hydration.

  9. 9Triticum Vulgare (Wheat) Germ OilFungal acne trigger

    Rich oil that is very pore-clogging.

  10. 10Phenoxyethanol

    Keeps the product free from bacteria and mould.

  11. 11MethylisothiazolinonePotential irritant

    Preservative with a high allergy rate.

  12. 12Zinc Pca

    Helps regulate oil and keeps breakouts in check.

  13. 13Punica Granatum(Pomegranate) Fruit Extract

    A botanical extract. Usually present in small amounts for antioxidant or soothing benefits.

  14. 14Sodium Hydroxide

    Keeps the formula at a skin-friendly pH.

  15. 15Hydroxyethyl Cellulose
  16. 16Tocopheryl Acetate

    Antioxidant that protects skin and the formula.

  17. 17D-Panthenol

    Pro-vitamin B5. Hydrates, soothes and helps skin repair.

  18. 18PerfumeFragrance

    A blend of scent chemicals. The #1 cause of cosmetic skin reactions.

  19. 19Glycyrrhiza Glabra (Licorice) Extract

    Calms redness and gently brightens uneven tone.

  20. 20Zinc Pca

    Helps regulate oil and keeps breakouts in check.