SCINIC Cicanoid Ampoule Versus The Ordinary Niacinamide 10% + Zinc 1%
Updated on March 04, 2025
Overview
What they are
These products are both vegan and reef safe . They have a total of 4 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, parabens or sulfates
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Ingredient Info
SCINIC Cicanoid Ampoule 51 ingredients
The Ordinary Niacinamide 10% + Zinc 1% 11 ingredients
About this product
About this product
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SCINIC Cicanoid Ampoule 51 ingredients
The Ordinary Niacinamide 10% + Zinc 1% 11 ingredients
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningMethylpropanediol
SolventGlycerin
Humectant
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
Masking1,2-Hexanediol
Skin ConditioningNiacinamide
Smoothing
Polyglycerin-3
HumectantCyclohexasiloxane
Emollient
Centella Asiatica Extract
Cleansing
Algae Extract
Emollient
Eclipta Prostrata Leaf Extract
Skin ConditioningXanthan Gum
EmulsifyingHydrogenated Lecithin
EmulsifyingOlea Europaea Fruit Oil
Masking
Avena Sativa Kernel Extract
Abrasive
Cynara Scolymus Leaf Extract
Skin ConditioningPteris Multifida Extract
Antioxidant
Pinus Pinaster Bark Extract
Antioxidant
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Camellia Sinensis Leaf Water
Masking
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningAdenosine
Skin Conditioning
Fructooligosaccharides
HumectantBeta-Glucan
Skin Conditioning
Disodium EDTA
Citrus Aurantium Dulcis Oil
Masking
Polyquaternium-51
Skin ConditioningSodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/Vp Copolymer
Carbomer
Emulsion StabilisingMadecassoside
Antioxidant
Citrus Nobilis Peel Oil
Masking
Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid
Humectant
Pentylene Glycol
Skin ConditioningSorbitan Laurate
Emulsifying
Caprylyl Glycol
EmollientRaffinose
Skin ConditioningFolic Acid
Skin ConditioningLitsea Cubeba Fruit Oil
Masking
Hydroxyethylcellulose
Emulsion StabilisingCeramide NP
Skin Conditioning
Fullerenes
AntimicrobialAsiaticoside
Antioxidant
Madecassic Acid
Skin Conditioning
Asiatic Acid
Skin ConditioningTromethamine
BufferingPanthenol
Skin Conditioning
Astaxanthin
Skin ConditioningAcetyl Dipeptide-1 Cetyl Ester
Skin Conditioning
Acetyl Hexapeptide-8
Humectant
Palmitoyl Pentapeptide-4
Skin Conditioning
Water, Methylpropanediol, Glycerin, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, 1,2-Hexanediol, Niacinamide, Polyglycerin-3, Cyclohexasiloxane, Centella Asiatica Extract, Algae Extract, Eclipta Prostrata Leaf Extract, Xanthan Gum, Hydrogenated Lecithin, Olea Europaea Fruit Oil, Avena Sativa Kernel Extract, Cynara Scolymus Leaf Extract, Pteris Multifida Extract, Pinus Pinaster Bark Extract, Butylene Glycol, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Water, Ethylhexylglycerin, Adenosine, Fructooligosaccharides, Beta-Glucan, Disodium EDTA, Citrus Aurantium Dulcis Oil, Polyquaternium-51, Sodium Hyaluronate, Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/Vp Copolymer, Carbomer, Madecassoside, Citrus Nobilis Peel Oil, Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid, Pentylene Glycol, Sorbitan Laurate, Caprylyl Glycol, Raffinose, Folic Acid, Litsea Cubeba Fruit Oil, Hydroxyethylcellulose, Ceramide NP, Fullerenes, Asiaticoside, Madecassic Acid, Asiatic Acid, Tromethamine, Panthenol, Astaxanthin, Acetyl Dipeptide-1 Cetyl Ester, Acetyl Hexapeptide-8, Palmitoyl Pentapeptide-4
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 NiacinamideXanthan 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 GumPentylene glycol is typically used within a product to thicken it. It also adds a smooth, soft, and moisturizing feel to the product. It is naturally found in plants such as sugar beets.
The hydrophilic trait of Pentylene Glycol makes it a humectant. As a humectant, Pentylene Glycol helps draw moisture from the air to your skin. This can help keep your skin hydrated.
This property also makes Pentylene Glycol a great texture enhancer. It can also help thicken or stabilize a product.
Pentylene Glycol also acts as a mild preservative and helps to keep a product microbe-free.
Some people may experience mild eye and skin irritation from Pentylene Glycol. We always recommend speaking with a professional about using this ingredient in your routine.
Pentylene Glycol has a low molecular weight and is part of the 1,2-glycol family.
Learn more about Pentylene GlycolIngredient Ratings
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SCINIC Cicanoid Ampoule 51 ingredients
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SCINIC Cicanoid Ampoule 51 ingredients
The Ordinary Niacinamide 10% + Zinc 1% 11 ingredients
Gotta give credit where credit is due
WOW… lot of people ganging up on this incredibly affordable/popular serum. I understand the criticisms, but personally I don’t believe the intensity is warranted. For so many people this was the start of their skincare journey; it certainly was mine! And because I had never used ingredients like niacinamide or zinc on my face before, of course I noticed an Show more
(Tried Jan 2021) This was actually the product that made me realize that my skin does not mix with Niacinamide (especially at high concentrations because I can usually tolerate it at %4/less or when it isn't a primary ingredient). I tested it on my wrist and a small patch on my cheek to check, and I had hives in both areas. I wouldn't want to give this a poor rating solely on the account of my Show more
