Ruruberry 10% Niacinamide + Zinc Versus Mary & May Niacinamide + Chaenomeles Sinensis Serum
Overview
What they are
These products are both cruelty-free 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, anti aging, 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, fragrances, oils, parabens, silicones or sulfates
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Ingredient Info
Ruruberry 10% Niacinamide + Zinc 17 ingredients
Mary & May Niacinamide + Chaenomeles Sinensis Serum 8 ingredients
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Ruruberry 10% Niacinamide + Zinc 17 ingredients
Mary & May Niacinamide + Chaenomeles Sinensis Serum 8 ingredients
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningNiacinamide
Smoothing
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Zinc PCA
Humectant
Chondrus Crispus Extract
Skin Conditioning
Xanthan Gum
EmulsifyingXylitylglucoside
HumectantHydrolyzed Soy Protein
HumectantAnhydroxylitol
HumectantXylitol
HumectantCaprylyl Glycol
EmollientEthylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningPhenoxyethanol
Preservative
Glycerin
Humectant
Citric Acid
Buffering
Glucose
HumectantChlorphenesin
Antimicrobial
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
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.
Learn more about NiacinamideCaprylyl 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 GlycolEthylhexylglycerin (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.
Ingredient Ratings
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Ruruberry 10% Niacinamide + Zinc 17 ingredients
Mary & May Niacinamide + Chaenomeles Sinensis Serum 8 ingredients
Reviews
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Ruruberry 10% Niacinamide + Zinc 17 ingredients
Swapped to this from the ordinary bcoz its 🍉-safe and i’ve been loving it! Helps with reducing my fungal acne and clearing up my skin
I actually used the 5% Niacinamide + Zinc but it's unavailable here.Itcontrols my oiliness and also help with brightening my acne scars which is a PAIN.Its also very gentle(for me)especially because I'm a beginner with Niacinamide
Mary & May Niacinamide + Chaenomeles Sinensis Serum 8 ingredients
really calmed my skin and inflammations!
Not sure how effective Chaenomeles Sinensis is or this formula is. Seems to have a light scent
