Naturium Niacinamide Serum 12% Plus Zinc 2% Versus Rodan + Fields Total Rf Serum
Updated on June 05, 2024
Overview
What they are
These products are both cruelty-free and reef safe serums. They have a total of 9 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain hyaluronic acid, niacinamide and Vitamin E
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 and dark spots
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, oils, parabens or sulfates
What's Inside
They both contain silicones
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Ingredient Info
Naturium Niacinamide Serum 12% Plus Zinc 2% 16 ingredients
Rodan + Fields Total Rf Serum 53 ingredients
About this product
About this product
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Naturium Niacinamide Serum 12% Plus Zinc 2% 16 ingredients
Rodan + Fields Total Rf Serum 53 ingredients
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningNiacinamide
Smoothing
Propanediol
SolventGlycerin
Humectant
Zinc PCA
Humectant
Polyacrylate Crosspolymer-11
Emulsion StabilisingSodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Dimethicone
Emollient
Caprylyl Glycol
EmollientPhenoxyethanol
Preservative
Xanthan Gum
EmulsifyingPotassium Sorbate
Preservative
Glyceryl Polyacrylate
Tocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Hexylene Glycol
EmulsifyingCitric Acid
Buffering
Water
Skin ConditioningDimethicone
Emollient
Isononyl Isononanoate
EmollientGlycerin
Humectant
Niacinamide
Smoothing
Squalane
Emollient
Isostearyl Alcohol
Emollient
Glyceryl Linoleate
Emollient
Butylene Glycol Cocoate
Emulsifying
Asiaticoside
Antioxidant
Pterocarpus Marsupium Bark Extract
Adenosine
Skin Conditioning
Sodium Acetylated Hyaluronate
Humectant
Tetrapeptide-16
Skin Conditioning
Arginine PCA
HumectantRosmarinic Acid
Antioxidant
Rutin
Antioxidant
Xymenynic Acid
EmollientOligopeptide-10
Antimicrobial
Glyceryl Linolenate
Emollient
Caprooyl Phytosphingosine
Skin ConditioningMethyl Carboxymethylphenyl Aminocarboxypropylphosphonate
Antioxidant
Honey Extract
Humectant
Boswellia Serrata Extract
Skin ConditioningPanthenol
Skin Conditioning
Pullulan
Ethylhexyl Cyclohexyl Urea
Skin ConditioningHydroxyapatite
Abrasive
Oryza Sativa Bran Extract
Skin Conditioning
Parfum
Masking
Cetyl Alcohol
Emollient
Glyceryl Stearate
Emollient
PEG-75 Stearate
Ceteth-20
CleansingSteareth-20
CleansingSclerotium Gum
Emulsion StabilisingLecithin
EmollientEthylcellulose
Silica
Abrasive
Xanthan Gum
EmulsifyingTocopherol
Antioxidant
Disodium EDTA
Caprylyl Glycol
EmollientButylene Glycol
Humectant
Hexylene Glycol
EmulsifyingPentylene Glycol
Skin ConditioningPhenoxyethanol
Preservative
Potassium Sorbate
Preservative
Sodium Benzoate
Masking
Mica
Cosmetic Colorant
Tin Oxide
Abrasive
CI 77891
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77491
Cosmetic ColorantWater, Dimethicone, Isononyl Isononanoate, Glycerin, Niacinamide, Squalane, Isostearyl Alcohol, Glyceryl Linoleate, Butylene Glycol Cocoate, Asiaticoside, Pterocarpus Marsupium Bark Extract, Adenosine, Sodium Acetylated Hyaluronate, Tetrapeptide-16, Arginine PCA, Rosmarinic Acid, Rutin, Xymenynic Acid, Oligopeptide-10, Glyceryl Linolenate, Caprooyl Phytosphingosine, Methyl Carboxymethylphenyl Aminocarboxypropylphosphonate, Honey Extract, Boswellia Serrata Extract, Panthenol, Pullulan, Ethylhexyl Cyclohexyl Urea, Hydroxyapatite, Oryza Sativa Bran Extract, Parfum, Cetyl Alcohol, Glyceryl Stearate, PEG-75 Stearate, Ceteth-20, Steareth-20, Sclerotium Gum, Lecithin, Ethylcellulose, Silica, Xanthan Gum, Tocopherol, Disodium EDTA, Caprylyl Glycol, Butylene Glycol, Hexylene Glycol, Pentylene Glycol, Phenoxyethanol, Potassium Sorbate, Sodium Benzoate, Mica, Tin Oxide, CI 77891, CI 77491
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 NiacinamideGlycerin 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 GlycerinDimethicone is a type of synthetic silicone created from natural materials such as quartz.
What it does:
Dimethicone comes in different viscosities:
Depending on the viscosity, dimethicone has different properties.
Ingredients lists don't always show which type is used, so we recommend reaching out to the brand if you have questions about the viscosity.
This ingredient is unlikely to cause irritation because it does not get absorbed into skin. However, people with silicone allergies should be careful about using this ingredient.
Note: Dimethicone may contribute to pilling. This is because it is not oil or water soluble, so pilling may occur when layered with products. When mixed with heavy oils in a formula, the outcome is also quite greasy.
Learn more about DimethiconeCaprylyl Glycol is a humectant and emollient, meaning it attracts and preserves moisture.
It is a common ingredient in many products, especially those designed to hydrate skin. The primary benefits are retaining moisture, skin softening, and promoting a healthy skin barrier.
Though Caprylyl Glycol is an alcohol derived from fatty acids, it is not the kind that can dry out skin.
This ingredient is also used as a preservative to extend the life of products. It has slight antimicrobial properties.
Learn more about Caprylyl GlycolPhenoxyethanol is a preservative that has germicide, antimicrobial, and aromatic properties. Studies show that phenoxyethanol can prevent microbial growth. By itself, it has a scent that is similar to that of a rose.
It's often used in formulations along with Caprylyl Glycol to preserve the shelf life of products.
Xanthan gum is used as a stabilizer and thickener within cosmetic products. It helps give products a sticky, thick feeling - preventing them from being too runny.
On the technical side of things, xanthan gum is a polysaccharide - a combination consisting of multiple sugar molecules bonded together.
Xanthan gum is a pretty common and great ingredient. It is a natural, non-toxic, non-irritating ingredient that is also commonly used in food products.
Learn more about Xanthan GumPotassium Sorbate is a preservative used to prevent yeast and mold in products. It is commonly found in both cosmetic and food products.
This ingredient comes from potassium salt derived from sorbic acid. Sorbic acid is a natural antibiotic and effective against fungus.
Both potassium sorbate and sorbic acid can be found in baked goods, cheeses, dried meats, dried fruit, ice cream, pickles, wine, yogurt, and more.
You'll often find this ingredient used with other preservatives.
Learn more about Potassium SorbateHexylene Glycol is a surfactant. Glycols are a class of alcohols. Hexylene Glycol is a surfactant and emulsifier.
As a surfactant, Hexylene Glycol helps gather dirt and oil on your skin to be washed away.
As an emulsifier, Hexylene Glycol helps keep water and oil together. This prevents them from separating in a product. Hexylene Glycol also thins out the texture of a product by lessening viscosity.
Hexylene Glycol has a small molecular weight.
Learn more about Hexylene GlycolIngredient Ratings
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Naturium Niacinamide Serum 12% Plus Zinc 2% 16 ingredients
Rodan + Fields Total Rf Serum 53 ingredients
Reviews
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Naturium Niacinamide Serum 12% Plus Zinc 2% 16 ingredients
I really do love this product. The mix of niacinamide and zinc underneath my sunscreen make me feel super protected during the day. Especially since I cannot tolerate Vitamin C as my antioxidant. And this pairs super well with Paula's Choice BHA Gel Exfoliant on days where I'm having acne breakouts. I <3 it here!
It has helped my skins redness go way down after a couple uses. But after a while my redness and acne kind of came back worse..
