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Niacinamide Zinc Serum

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Key ingredientsNiacinamide, Zinc PCA

Ingredients

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  1. 1Water

    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. 3Propanediol

    Lightweight hydrator and solvent that helps ingredients absorb.

  4. 4Glycerin

    A skincare MVP. Draws water into skin and supports the barrier.

  5. 5Methylpropanediol

    Lightweight hydrator and solvent that helps ingredients absorb.

  6. 6PEG-60 Hydrogenated Castor Oil

    Helps blend and thicken the formula.

  7. 72-Hexanediol
  8. 8Bisabolol

    Chamomile-derived calming ingredient.

  9. 9Zinc Pca

    Helps regulate oil and keeps breakouts in check.

  10. 10Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer

    Gives the product its texture.

  11. 11Ethylhexylglycerin

    Lightweight hydrator and solvent that helps ingredients absorb.

  12. 12Carbomer

    Gives the product its texture.

  13. 13Tromethamine

    Keeps the formula at a skin-friendly pH.

  14. 14Hydroxyethylcellulose

    Gives the product its texture.

  15. 15Disodium EDTA

    Grabs metal ions so the formula stays stable.

  16. 16Propanediol

    Lightweight hydrator and solvent that helps ingredients absorb.

  17. 17Glycerin

    A skincare MVP. Draws water into skin and supports the barrier.

  18. 18Zinc Pca

    Helps regulate oil and keeps breakouts in check.