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Pilgrim

10% Niacinamide Face Serum With Kojic Acid & Korean Rice Water

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2 of 23 ingredients flagged

Fungal acne trigger
Polysorbate 20
Potential irritant
Kojic Acid

Key ingredientsNiacinamide, Zinc PCA, Peptides, Hyaluronic Acid, Kojic Acid, Panthenol (B5)

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. 3Butylene Glycol

    Lightweight hydrator and solvent that helps ingredients absorb.

  4. 4Propanediol

    Lightweight hydrator and solvent that helps ingredients absorb.

  5. 5Zinc Pca

    Helps regulate oil and keeps breakouts in check.

  6. 6Oryza Sativa (Rice) Extract

    Traditional brightening ingredient that softens and evens tone.

  7. 7Torreya Nucifera(Yugdugu) Extract

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

  8. 8Dextran
  9. 9Tripeptide-1

    Messenger molecules that support firmness and smoother-looking skin.

  10. 102-Hexanediol
  11. 11Sodium Hyaluronate

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

  12. 12Phenoxyethanol

    Keeps the product free from bacteria and mould.

  13. 13Pentylene Glycol

    Lightweight hydrator and solvent that helps ingredients absorb.

  14. 14Ethylhexylglycerin

    Lightweight hydrator and solvent that helps ingredients absorb.

  15. 15Kojic AcidPotential irritant

    Brightening ingredient from fungi. Fades spots, can irritate some skin.

  16. 16Betaine

    Gentle hydrator from sugar beets that helps calm irritation.

  17. 17Allantoin

    Soothes, softens and supports healing.

  18. 18Panthenol

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

  19. 19Xanthan Gum

    Gives the product its texture.

  20. 20Acacia Senegal Gum
  21. 21Tocopheryl Acetate

    Antioxidant that protects skin and the formula.

  22. 22Polysorbate 20Fungal acne trigger

    Emulsifier. Fine for most, but a known fungal acne trigger.

  23. 23Zinc Pca

    Helps regulate oil and keeps breakouts in check.