Skin Republic Hyaluronic Acid 1% + Niacinamide 2% Serum Versus Catrice Hydro Supercharged Serum

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Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of Skin Republic Hyaluronic Acid 1% + Niacinamide 2% Serum versus Catrice Hydro Supercharged Serum .

Published on December 05, 2022

Overview

What they are

These products are both fungal acne (malassezia) safe and reef safe serums. They have a total of 7 ingredients in common

Cool Features

They both contain hyaluronic acid and niacinamide

Suited For

They're both likely to be good for fighting acne, brightening skin, oily skin, reducing pores and dark spots

Free From

They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, oils, parabens, silicones or sulfates

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Skin Republic Hyaluronic Acid 1% + Niacinamide 2% Serum

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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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Skin Republic Hyaluronic Acid 1% + Niacinamide 2% Serum 16 ingredients

Catrice Hydro Supercharged Serum 11 ingredients

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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Skin Republic Hyaluronic Acid 1% + Niacinamide 2% Serum 16 ingredients

Catrice Hydro Supercharged Serum 11 ingredients

Notable Ingredients

Niacinamide

Hyaluronic Acid

Benefits

Hydrating

Good For Oily Skin

Redness Reducing (3)

Reduces Irritation (3)

Reduces Large Pores

Dark Spots

Scar Healing

Acne Fighting

Brightening (2)

Concerns

Eczema

Notable Ingredients

Niacinamide

Hyaluronic Acid

Benefits

Good For Oily Skin

Redness Reducing

Reduces Large Pores

Dark Spots

Acne Fighting

Brightening

Concerns

Eczema

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Ingredients Compared

Ingredients that are highlighted in purple are present in both products.

Skin Republic Hyaluronic Acid 1% + Niacinamide 2% Serum 16 ingredients

Catrice Hydro Supercharged Serum 11 ingredients

Water • Propanediol • Glycerin • Propylene Glycol • Niacinamide • Panthenol • Sodium Hyaluronate • Allantoin • Arnica Montana Flower Extract • Chamomilla Recutita Flower Extract • Citric Acid • Ethylhexylglycerin • Tetrasodium EDTA • Phenoxyethanol • Potassium Sorbate • Sodium Benzoate

Water • Propylene Glycol • Niacinamide • Diglycerin • Sodium Hyaluronate • Saccharide Isomerate • Citric Acid • Sodium Citrate • Sodium Hydroxide • Phenoxyethanol • Sodium Benzoate

Ingredients Side-by-side

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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.

Water

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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Skin Republic Hyaluronic Acid 1% + Niacinamide 2% Serum contains this as ingredient number 1.

Catrice Hydro Supercharged Serum contains this as ingredient number 1.

Propylene Glycol

What it does: Humectant, Skin Conditioning, Solvent

Community Rating: Very Disliked

Propylene Glycol is an odorless, colorless liquid. As a humectant, it helps skin retain moisture. It also aids in delivering active ingredients.

Another role of this ingredient is preventing a product from melting or freezing. Propylene glycol also adds antimicrobrial properties to a product, elongating product lifespan.

This ingredient is considered an organic alcohol and commonly added into both cosmetics and foods.

Those with sensitive skin or conditions may deliver a rash when using this ingredient.

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Skin Republic Hyaluronic Acid 1% + Niacinamide 2% Serum contains this as ingredient number 4.

Catrice Hydro Supercharged Serum contains this as ingredient number 2.

Niacinamide

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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Skin Republic Hyaluronic Acid 1% + Niacinamide 2% Serum contains this as ingredient number 5.

Catrice Hydro Supercharged Serum contains this as ingredient number 3.

Sodium Hyaluronate

What it does: Humectant, Skin Conditioning

Community Rating: Loved

Sodium Hyaluronate is hyaluronic acid's salt form. It is commonly derived from the sodium salt of hyaluronic acid.

Like hyaluronic acid, it is great at holding water and acts as a humectant. This makes it a great skin hydrating ingredient.

Sodium Hyaluronate is naturally occurring in our bodies and is mostly found in eye fluid and joints.

These are some other common types of Hyaluronic Acid:

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Skin Republic Hyaluronic Acid 1% + Niacinamide 2% Serum contains this as ingredient number 7.

Catrice Hydro Supercharged Serum contains this as ingredient number 5.

Citric Acid

What it does: Buffering, Masking

Community Rating: Disliked

Citric Acid is an AHA derived from citrus fruits (think oranges, lemons, and limes!).

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.

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 look more even.

Read more about some other popular AHA's here:

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Skin Republic Hyaluronic Acid 1% + Niacinamide 2% Serum contains this as ingredient number 11.

Catrice Hydro Supercharged Serum contains this as ingredient number 7.

Phenoxyethanol

What it does: Preservative

Community Rating: Very Disliked

Phenoxyethanol is a preservative that has germicide, antimicrobial, and aromatic properties. Studies show that phenoxyethanol can prevent germ and 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.

Skin Republic Hyaluronic Acid 1% + Niacinamide 2% Serum contains this as ingredient number 14.

Catrice Hydro Supercharged Serum contains this as ingredient number 10.

Sodium Benzoate

What it does: Masking, Preservative

Community Rating: Disliked

Sodium Benzoate is a preservative. It's used in both cosmetic and food products to inhibit the growth of mold and bacteria. It is typically produced synthetically.

Both the US FDA and EU Health Committee have approved the use of sodium benzoate. In the US, levels of 0.1% (of the total product) are allowed.

Sodium benzoate works as a preservative by inhibiting the growth of bacteria inside of cells. It prevents the cell from fermenting a type of sugar using an enzyme called phosphofructokinase.

Sodium Benzoate is the salt of benzoic acid. Foods containing sodium benzoate include soda, salad dressings, condiments, fruit juices, wines, and snack foods.

Studies for using ascorbic acid and sodium benzoate in cosmetics are lacking, especially in skincare routines with multiple steps.

We always recommend speaking with a professional, such as a dermatologist, if you have any concerns.

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Skin Republic Hyaluronic Acid 1% + Niacinamide 2% Serum contains this as ingredient number 16.

Catrice Hydro Supercharged Serum contains this as ingredient number 11.

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