The Ordinary Niacinamide 10% + Zinc 1% Versus The Ordinary 100% Plant-Derived Hemi-Squalane
Updated on March 04, 2025
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What they are
These products are both vegan, cruelty-free, and reef safe serums. They have a total of 0 ingredients in common
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They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, fragrances, oils, parabens, silicones or sulfates
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The Ordinary Niacinamide 10% + Zinc 1% 11 ingredients
The Ordinary 100% Plant-Derived Hemi-Squalane 1 ingredient
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The Ordinary Niacinamide 10% + Zinc 1% 11 ingredients
The Ordinary 100% Plant-Derived Hemi-Squalane 1 ingredient
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The Ordinary Niacinamide 10% + Zinc 1% 11 ingredients
The Ordinary 100% Plant-Derived Hemi-Squalane 1 ingredient
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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
The Ordinary 100% Plant-Derived Hemi-Squalane 1 ingredient
i just used up my current bottle of this wonderfully lightweight product that only costs about $5.
so i went to buy some more from Sephora or Ulta… and it’s apparently been discontinued. :(
i have no idea why. not only is it wonderfully inexpensive, but it works like a heavier oil (think Argan or Marula) while being lighter, less greasy, and absorbing faster. it’s great for the hair, the body, Show more
