Anua Niacinamide 5 + TXA Brightening Pad Versus Anua Vitamin C+ Niacin Tone Up Blemish Pad
Updated on April 02, 2025
Overview
What they are
These products are both cruelty-free and reef safe toners. They have a total of 8 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain niacinamide and PHA
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for fighting acne, anti aging, dry skin, brightening skin, sensitive skin, oily skin, reducing pores, scar healing, dark spots and better texture
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, fragrances, oils, parabens, silicones or sulfates
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Ingredient Info
Anua Niacinamide 5 + TXA Brightening Pad 30 ingredients
Anua Vitamin C+ Niacin Tone Up Blemish Pad 34 ingredients
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Anua Niacinamide 5 + TXA Brightening Pad 30 ingredients
Anua Vitamin C+ Niacin Tone Up Blemish Pad 34 ingredients
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Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningMethylpropanediol
SolventNiacinamide 5%
Smoothing
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Glycerin
Humectant
1,2-Hexanediol
Skin ConditioningEthylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningAdenosine
Skin Conditioning
Arginine
Masking
Carbomer
Emulsion StabilisingDisodium EDTA
Cyanocobalamin
Skin ConditioningBetaine Salicylate
Antimicrobial
Hydrolyzed Sodium Hyaluronate
Skin ConditioningMadecassoside
Antioxidant
Tranexamic Acid
Astringent
Gluconolactone
Skin Conditioning
Portulaca Oleracea Extract
Skin ConditioningVitis Vinifera Seed Extract
Antimicrobial
Camellia Sasanqua Extract
Rice Ferment Filtrate
Skin Conditioning
Oligopeptide-2
Skin Conditioning
Polyglyceryl-10 Laurate
Skin Conditioning
Caprylyl Glycol
EmollientCopper Tripeptide-1
Skin Conditioning
Hexapeptide-9
Skin Conditioning
Hexapeptide-11
Skin Conditioning
Palmitoyl Pentapeptide-4
Skin Conditioning
Palmitoyl Tripeptide-1
Skin Conditioning
Tripeptide-1
Skin Conditioning
Water, Methylpropanediol, Niacinamide 5%, Butylene Glycol, Glycerin, 1,2-Hexanediol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Adenosine, Arginine, Carbomer, Disodium EDTA, Cyanocobalamin, Betaine Salicylate, Hydrolyzed Sodium Hyaluronate, Madecassoside, Tranexamic Acid, Gluconolactone, Portulaca Oleracea Extract, Vitis Vinifera Seed Extract, Camellia Sasanqua Extract, Rice Ferment Filtrate, Oligopeptide-2, Polyglyceryl-10 Laurate, Caprylyl Glycol, Copper Tripeptide-1, Hexapeptide-9, Hexapeptide-11, Palmitoyl Pentapeptide-4, Palmitoyl Tripeptide-1, Tripeptide-1
Water
Skin ConditioningDipropylene Glycol
MaskingTripropylene Glycol
Antioxidant
Propanediol
SolventNiacinamide 2%
Smoothing
Glycerin
Humectant
Pentylene Glycol
Skin Conditioning1,2-Hexanediol
Skin ConditioningHydroxyacetophenone
Antioxidant
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Glycereth-25 PCA Isostearate
Emulsifying
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningDisodium EDTA
Hydroxyethylcellulose
Emulsion StabilisingAscorbic Acid
Antioxidant
Capryloyl Salicylic Acid
Exfoliating
Panthenol
Skin Conditioning
Pyrus Malus Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningHyaluronic Acid
Humectant
Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid
Humectant
Sodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Ursolic Acid
MaskingFerulic Acid
Antimicrobial
Gluconolactone
Skin Conditioning
Glutathione
Pyridoxine
Skin ConditioningThiamine Hcl
MaskingBiotin
AntiseborrhoeicBioflavonoids
Skin ConditioningCarnitine
CleansingFolic Acid
Skin ConditioningNiacin
Smoothing
Riboflavin
Cosmetic ColorantTocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Water, Dipropylene Glycol, Tripropylene Glycol, Propanediol, Niacinamide 2%, Glycerin, Pentylene Glycol, 1,2-Hexanediol, Hydroxyacetophenone, Butylene Glycol, Glycereth-25 PCA Isostearate, Ethylhexylglycerin, Disodium EDTA, Hydroxyethylcellulose, Ascorbic Acid, Capryloyl Salicylic Acid, Panthenol, Pyrus Malus Fruit Extract, Hyaluronic Acid, Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid, Sodium Hyaluronate, Ursolic Acid, Ferulic Acid, Gluconolactone, Glutathione, Pyridoxine, Thiamine Hcl, Biotin, Bioflavonoids, Carnitine, Folic Acid, Niacin, Riboflavin, Tocopheryl Acetate
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
Water. It's the most common cosmetic ingredient of all. You'll usually see it at the top of ingredient lists, meaning that it makes up the largest part of the product.
So why is it so popular? Water most often acts as a solvent - this means that it helps dissolve other ingredients into the formulation.
You'll also recognize water as that liquid we all need to stay alive. If you see this, drink a glass of water. Stay hydrated!
Learn more about WaterNiacinamide has emerged as an all-star ingredient due to its many benefits.
It is known to treat acne by reducing inflammation. It also helps fade dark-spots and strengthen the skin by promoting the growth of the ceramide barrier.
Other benefits include smoothing wrinkles and minimizing redness.
The cherry on top? Niacinamide can also help build keratin, a protein that keeps skin firm.
When incorporating niacinamide into your routine, look out for concentration amounts. Typically, 5% niacinamide provides benefits such as fading dark spots. However, if you have sensitive skin, it is better to begin with a smaller concentration.
Niacinamide can be mixed with other ingredients to boost benefits. For instance, it has shown to be effective when used with copper, folic acid, and zinc to treat acne.
Learn more about NiacinamideButylene Glycol (or BG) is used within cosmetic products for a few different reasons:
- It is a solvent, meaning that it helps to dissolve other ingredients. This also enhances the absorption of the product into one's skin.
- It is a humectant, which means that it helps attract moisture into the skin.
- It helps improve product application.
- It has mild preservative properties.
Overall, Butylene Glycol is a safe and well-rounded ingredient that works well with other ingredients.
Glycerin is already naturally found in your skin. It helps moisturize and protect your skin.
A study from 2016 found glycerin to be more effective as a humectant than AHAs and hyaluronic acid.
As a humectant, it helps the skin stay hydrated by pulling moisture to your skin. The low molecular weight of glycerin allows it to pull moisture into the deeper layers of your skin.
Hydrated skin improves your skin barrier; Your skin barrier helps protect against irritants and bacteria.
Glycerin has also been found to have antimicrobial and antiviral properties. Due to these properties, glycerin is often used in wound and burn treatments.
In cosmetics, glycerin is usually derived from plants such as soybean or palm. However, it can also be sourced from animals, such as tallow or animal fat.
This ingredient is organic, colorless, odorless, and non-toxic.
Glycerin is the name for this ingredient in American English. British English uses Glycerol/Glycerine.
Learn more about Glycerin1,2-Hexanediol is a synthetic liquid and another multi-functional powerhouse.
It is a:
- Humectant, drawing moisture into the skin
- Emollient, helping to soften skin
- Solvent, dispersing and stabilizing formulas
- Preservative booster, enhancing the antimicrobial activity of other preservatives
Ethylhexylglycerin (we can't pronounce this either) is commonly used as a preservative and skin softener. It is derived from glyceryl.
You might see Ethylhexylglycerin often paired with other preservatives such as phenoxyethanol. Ethylhexylglycerin has been found to increase the effectiveness of these other preservatives.
Disodium EDTA plays a role in making products more stable by aiding other preservatives.
It is a chelating agent, meaning it neutralizes metal ions that may be found in a product.
Disodium EDTA is a salt of edetic acid and is found to be safe in cosmetic ingredients.
Learn more about Disodium EDTAGluconolactone is a PHA. PHAs are a great gentle alternative to traditional AHAs.
When applied, Gluconolactone has the same affect on skin as AHAs such as lactic acid. It helps dissolve the dead skin cells in the top layer of your skin. This improves texture and brightens the skin.
PHAs are more gentle than AHAs due to their larger structure. They do not penetrate as deeply as AHAs and take a longer time to dissolve dead cells. Studies show PHAs do not cause as much irritation.
Gluconolactone has some interesting properties:
In a 2004 study, Gluconolactone was found to prevent UV damage in mouse skin cells and has not been found to increase sun sensitivity. However, we still recommend wearing SPF daily.
This ingredient is is an created by reacting gluconic acid with an alcohol.
Learn more about GluconolactoneIngredient Ratings
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