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Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of Chemist at Play Hyperpigmentation Control Face Serum With 8% Tranexamic Acid +Niacinamide versus Isntree Hyper Niacinamide 20 Serum .

Last updated on September 18, 2023. Published on October 19, 2023

Overview

What they are

These products are both cruelty-free, fungal acne (malassezia) safe, and reef safe serums. They have a total of 3 ingredients in common

Cool Features

They both contain niacinamide

Suited For

They're both likely to be good for fighting acne, brightening 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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Serum

Serums are highly concentrated with ingredients to provide skin with benefits. They should be used after cleansing and before moisturizing.

Serum

Serums are highly concentrated with ingredients to provide skin with benefits. They should be used after cleansing and before moisturizing.

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Ingredient Info

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alcohol-free
silicon-free
fragrance-free
sulfate-free
paraben-free
oil-free
fungal-acne safe
reef-safe
eu-allergen-free
vegan
cruelty-free
alcohol-free
silicon-free
fragrance-free
sulfate-free
paraben-free
oil-free
fungal-acne safe
reef-safe
eu-allergen-free
vegan
cruelty-free

At a glance

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Notable Ingredients

AHA (2)
Niacinamide

Benefits

Good For Oily Skin
Redness Reducing
Skin Texture
Reduces Large Pores (2)
Dark Spots (2)
Scar Healing
Acne Fighting
Brightening (3)

Concerns

Irritating
Rosacea (2)
Eczema

Notable Ingredients

Niacinamide
Hyaluronic Acid (5)

Benefits

Hydrating
Good For Oily Skin
Redness Reducing (2)
Reduces Irritation
Skin Texture
Reduces Large Pores
Anti-Aging (2)
Dark Spots (3)
Scar Healing (4)
Acne Fighting (2)
Brightening (3)

Concerns

Irritating
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Ingredients Explained

These ingredients are found in both products.

Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.

1
What it does: Skin Conditioning, Solvent
Community Rating: Loved

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. Talk about multi-purpose! If you see this, drink a glass of water. Stay hydrated!

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Chemist at Play Hyperpigmentation Control Face Serum With 8% Tranexamic Acid +Niacinamide contains this as ingredient number 1.

Isntree Hyper Niacinamide 20 Serum contains this as ingredient number 1.

2
What it does: Smoothing
Community Rating: Loved

Niacinamide 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.

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Chemist at Play Hyperpigmentation Control Face Serum With 8% Tranexamic Acid +Niacinamide contains this as ingredient number 2.

Isntree Hyper Niacinamide 20 Serum contains this as ingredient number 2.

3
What it does: Solvent
Community Rating: Liked

Propanediol helps absorb ingredients into your skin, boosting their benefits. It can act as an emollient, making your skin softer. Propanediol can help products last longer by boosting the properties of preservatives within the formulation.

Propanediol is not likely to cause sensitivity and considered safe to use.

It is derived from corn or petroleum with a clear color and no scent.

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Chemist at Play Hyperpigmentation Control Face Serum With 8% Tranexamic Acid +Niacinamide contains this as ingredient number 3.

Isntree Hyper Niacinamide 20 Serum contains this as ingredient number 5.

Here's what our community thinks of the ingredients in these two products.

50% are loved or liked
6% have mixed ratings
38% are disliked or very disliked
6% have no rating yet
73% are loved or liked
17% have mixed ratings
10% are disliked or very disliked
0% have no rating yet

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Reviews

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Chemist at Play Hyperpigmentation Control Face Serum With 8% Tranexamic Acid +Niacinamide 16 ingredients

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Isntree Hyper Niacinamide 20 Serum 30 ingredients

3.0 /5
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brianna444

5 months ago · Dry Skin
Review

it's okay. I wouldn't repurchase due to the bottle being pretty small and the price. Didn't use the product long enough to experience any changes...

it's okay. I wouldn't repurchase due to the bottle being pretty small and the price. Didn't use the product long enough to experience any changes in my skin.

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