Peter Thomas Roth PRO Strength Niacinamide Discoloration Treatment Versus Glossier Super Pure Clarifying Face Serum with Niacinamide + Zinc
Updated on February 28, 2024
Overview
Cool Features
They both contain niacinamide
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 common allergens, oils, parabens or sulfates
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Ingredient Info
Peter Thomas Roth PRO Strength Niacinamide Discoloration Treatment 45 ingredients
Glossier Super Pure Clarifying Face Serum with Niacinamide + Zinc 13 ingredients
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Peter Thomas Roth PRO Strength Niacinamide Discoloration Treatment 45 ingredients
Glossier Super Pure Clarifying Face Serum with Niacinamide + Zinc 13 ingredients
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Key Ingredients
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Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningNiacinamide
Smoothing
Isononyl Isononanoate
EmollientDimethyl Isosorbide
SolventTranexamic Acid
Astringent
Dimethicone
Emollient
Propanediol
SolventPentylene Glycol
Skin ConditioningCaprylic/Capric Triglyceride
MaskingAlpha-Arbutin
Antioxidant
Glyceryl Stearate
Emollient
C9-12 Alkane
SolventCetyl Alcohol
Emollient
Butyrospermum Parkii Butter
Skin Conditioning
Citric Acid
Buffering
Kojic Acid
Antioxidant
Morus Alba Root Extract
BleachingResveratrol
Antioxidant
Scutellaria Lateriflora Extract
Skin ConditioningHydrangea Arborescens Root Extract
Skin ConditioningSqualane
Emollient
Hydrolyzed Vegetable Protein
Skin ConditioningPhenoxyethanol
Preservative
PEG-100 Stearate
Tocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Polyacrylate Crosspolymer-6
Emulsion StabilisingPEG-75 Stearate
Ceteareth-20
Cleansing
Steareth-20
CleansingSilica
Abrasive
Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/Beheneth-25 Methacrylate Crosspolymer
Emulsion StabilisingDimethiconol
Emollient
Coco-Caprylate/Caprate
Emollient
Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer
Emulsion StabilisingTitanium Dioxide
Cosmetic Colorant
Sodium Phytate
Diethylhexyl Syringylidenemalonate
Skin ProtectingPotassium Sorbate
Preservative
Sodium Benzoate
Masking
Polysorbate 60
Emulsifying
Polysorbate 20
Emulsifying
T-Butyl Alcohol
Perfuming
Caprylyl Glycol
EmollientHexylene Glycol
EmulsifyingSorbitan Isostearate
Emulsifying
Water, Niacinamide, Isononyl Isononanoate, Dimethyl Isosorbide, Tranexamic Acid, Dimethicone, Propanediol, Pentylene Glycol, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Alpha-Arbutin, Glyceryl Stearate, C9-12 Alkane, Cetyl Alcohol, Butyrospermum Parkii Butter, Citric Acid, Kojic Acid, Morus Alba Root Extract, Resveratrol, Scutellaria Lateriflora Extract, Hydrangea Arborescens Root Extract, Squalane, Hydrolyzed Vegetable Protein, Phenoxyethanol, PEG-100 Stearate, Tocopheryl Acetate, Polyacrylate Crosspolymer-6, PEG-75 Stearate, Ceteareth-20, Steareth-20, Silica, Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/Beheneth-25 Methacrylate Crosspolymer, Dimethiconol, Coco-Caprylate/Caprate, Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer, Titanium Dioxide, Sodium Phytate, Diethylhexyl Syringylidenemalonate, Potassium Sorbate, Sodium Benzoate, Polysorbate 60, Polysorbate 20, T-Butyl Alcohol, Caprylyl Glycol, Hexylene Glycol, Sorbitan Isostearate
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 NiacinamidePropanediol is an all-star ingredient. It softens, hydrates, and smooths the skin.
It’s often used to:
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.
Learn more about PropanediolCitric Acid is an AHA derived from citrus fruits (think oranges, lemons, and limes!).
As an AHA, Citric Acid removes the top layer of skin cells from the newer layer of skin underneath. This helps skin to remove dark spots and even out skin tone.
If you spot Citric Acid near the end of an ingredient list, it's likely there as a pH adjuster rather than an active ingredient.
Read more about some other popular AHA's here:
Learn more about Citric AcidPolysorbate 60 is used to help stabilize products. It is a surfactant and emulsifier. These properties help keep ingredients together in a product. Surfactants help reduce surface tension between ingredients with different states, such as liquids and solids. Emulsifiers help prevent oils and waters from separating.
Polysorbate 60 is sorbitol-based and created from the ethoxylation of sorbitan. Ethoxylation is a chemical reaction used to add ethylene oxide. Sorbitan is a the dehydrated version of sorbitol, a sugar found in fruits.
In this case, the 60 comes from reacting 60 units of ethylene oxide with sorbitan.
Polysorbates are commonly used in medicine and foods.
Learn more about Polysorbate 60Ingredient Ratings
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Peter Thomas Roth PRO Strength Niacinamide Discoloration Treatment 45 ingredients
Glossier Super Pure Clarifying Face Serum with Niacinamide + Zinc 13 ingredients
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Peter Thomas Roth PRO Strength Niacinamide Discoloration Treatment 45 ingredients
Glossier Super Pure Clarifying Face Serum with Niacinamide + Zinc 13 ingredients
Ok
It's a just okay serum. You can get the same result with some other brands half of the price or even better
Went through 2-3 bottles, but ultimately concluded it did nothing but sensitize my skin somewhat. May work well for some people, but I doubt it’s worth the price.
