The Ordinary Marine Hyaluronics Versus Niod Multi-Molecular Hyaluronic Complex

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Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of The Ordinary Marine Hyaluronics versus Niod Multi-Molecular Hyaluronic Complex .

Last updated on July 18, 2023. Published on November 13, 2021

Overview

What they are

These products are both vegan, cruelty-free, and reef safe serums. They have a total of 6 ingredients in common

Suited For

They're both likely to be good for dry skin and brightening skin

Free From

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

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The Ordinary Marine Hyaluronics

Niod Multi-Molecular Hyaluronic Complex

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Serum

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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The Ordinary Marine Hyaluronics 33 ingredients

Niod Multi-Molecular Hyaluronic Complex 29 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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The Ordinary Marine Hyaluronics 33 ingredients

Niod Multi-Molecular Hyaluronic Complex 29 ingredients

Notable Ingredients

BHA (2)

Benefits

Hydrating

Good For Oily Skin

Reduces Large Pores (2)

Scar Healing

Acne Fighting

Brightening (2)

Concerns

Drying

May Worsen Oily Skin

Irritating

Rosacea (2)

Eczema

Benefits

Hydrating (2)

Redness Reducing

Reduces Irritation

Brightening

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Ingredients Compared

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

The Ordinary Marine Hyaluronics 33 ingredients

Niod Multi-Molecular Hyaluronic Complex 29 ingredients

Water • Glycerin • Algae Extract • Pseudoalteromonas Exopolysaccharides • Pseudoalteromonas Ferment Extract • Ahnfeltia Concinna Extract • Arginine • Glycine • Alanine • Serine • Valine • Isoleucine • Proline • Threonine • Histidine • Phenylalanine • Aspartic Acid • PCA • Sodium PCA • Sodium Lactate • Salicylic Acid • Citric Acid • Propanediol • Dimethyl Isosorbide • Ethoxydiglycol • Polysorbate 20 • Potassium Sorbate • Sodium Salicylate • Sodium Benzoate • Hexylene Glycol • 1,2-Hexanediol • Phenoxyethanol • Caprylyl Glycol

Ingredients Side-by-side

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Ingredients Explained

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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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The Ordinary Marine Hyaluronics contains this as ingredient number 1.

Niod Multi-Molecular Hyaluronic Complex contains this as ingredient number 1.

Glycerin

What it does: Humectant, Skin Conditioning, Skin Protecting, Solvent

Community Rating: Loved

Glycerin 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.

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The Ordinary Marine Hyaluronics contains this as ingredient number 2.

Niod Multi-Molecular Hyaluronic Complex contains this as ingredient number 2.

Dimethyl Isosorbide

What it does: Solvent

Community Rating: Disliked

Dimethyl Isosorbide is a solvent and helps deliver actives into your skin. It is created from sorbitol.

As a solvent, dimethyl isosorbide helps dissolve other ingredients. This helps ensure even distribution of an ingredient. It may also be used to decrease the thickness of a product.

Studies show dimethyl isosorbide is able to penetrate skin to deliver other ingredients into the skin, making them more effective.

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The Ordinary Marine Hyaluronics contains this as ingredient number 24.

Niod Multi-Molecular Hyaluronic Complex contains this as ingredient number 5.

Potassium Sorbate

What it does: Preservative

Community Rating: Disliked

Potassium Sorbate is a preservative used to prevent yeast and mold in products. It is commonly found in both cosmetic and food products.

Potassium sorbate is potassium salt derived from sorbic acid. Sorbic acid is a natural antibiotic and effective against fungus.

Potassium sorbate and sorbic acid can be found in baked goods, cheeses, dried meats, dried fruit, ice cream, pickles, wine, yogurt, and more.

Potassium sorbate is often used with stronger preservatives.

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The Ordinary Marine Hyaluronics contains this as ingredient number 27.

Niod Multi-Molecular Hyaluronic Complex contains this as ingredient number 23.

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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The Ordinary Marine Hyaluronics contains this as ingredient number 29.

Niod Multi-Molecular Hyaluronic Complex contains this as ingredient number 22.

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.

The Ordinary Marine Hyaluronics contains this as ingredient number 32.

Niod Multi-Molecular Hyaluronic Complex contains this as ingredient number 28.

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