Deconstruct Brightening Niacinamide Serum vs The Derma Co Pore Minimizing Face Serum with 4% Niacinamide

Deconstruct

The Derma Co

A serum built around Niacinamide and Alpha arbutin, for barrier repair and hydration.

A serum built around PHA and Niacinamide, for smoothing and exfoliation.

Serum

19 ingredients

16 ingredients

Brand price

INR 524.00 · checked 5 Oct 2026 · brand's site

Brand price

INR 599.00 · checked 5 Oct 2026 · brand's site

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Brand from India

At a Glance

They come out differently on Fungal-acne-safe, Pore-clogger-free and Oil-free; those rows are shaded. Tap any answer to see why.

PHA1
Polyhydroxy acids — larger and milder than AHAs.
Gluconolactone
AHA1
Alpha hydroxy acids — water-soluble chemical exfoliants.
Glycolic Acid
BHA1
Beta hydroxy acid — oil-soluble, so it works inside the pore.
Salicylic Acid
Glycolic acid1
The smallest AHA, and so the most penetrating.
Glycolic Acid

Hydrating4
Boosts hydration and relieves dry, tight skin.
Anhydroxylitol, Glycerin, Xylitol, Xylitylglucoside
Barrier Repair7
Strengthens and restores the skin's natural barrier.
Brassica Campestris Seed Oil, Glycerin, Glycyrrhiza Glabra Root Extract, Niacinamide, Oryza Sativa Bran Extract, Palmaria Palmata Extract, Xylitol
Reduces Irritation1
Eases discomfort and supports skin resilience.
Glycyrrhiza Glabra Root Extract
Redness Reducing2
Soothes visible redness and calms irritation.
Glycyrrhiza Glabra Root Extract, Niacinamide

Hydrating2
Boosts hydration and relieves dry, tight skin.
Gluconolactone, Glycerin
Barrier Repair2
Strengthens and restores the skin's natural barrier.
Glycerin, Niacinamide
Redness Reducing1
Soothes visible redness and calms irritation.
Niacinamide
Anti-Aging1
Softens lines and helps skin look youthful.
Glycolic Acid

May Trigger Acne1
Can clog pores or trigger breakouts.
Polyglyceryl-3 Diisostearate
May Worsen Seborrheic Dermatitis2
May feed the yeast involved in seborrheic dermatitis.
Brassica Campestris Seed Oil, Polyglyceryl-3 Diisostearate
May Worsen Keratosis Pilaris1
May clog follicles or strip skin prone to keratosis pilaris.
Polyglyceryl-3 Diisostearate
May Worsen Oily Skin1
May increase shine or excess oil.
Brassica Campestris Seed Oil

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Aqua (in both products)
Solvent
0 / —
Niacinamide (in both products)
Smoothing
0 / —
- Niacinamide
- Acne Fighting
- Barrier Repair
- Brightening
- Dark Spots
- Even Tone
- Oil Control
- Pore Refining
- Redness Reducing
Glycerin (in both products)
Humectant
0 / 0
- Possibly animal-derived
- Hydrating
Xylitylglucoside
Humectant
Anhydroxylitol
Humectant
Xylitol
Humectant
0-1 / —
Phenoxyethanol (in both products)
Preservative
0 / —
Ethylhexylglycerin (in both products)
Skin Conditioning
Xanthan Gum (in both products)
Cleansing
0-1 / —
Cyamopsis Tetragonoloba Gum
Fragrance

Aqua (in both products)
Solvent
0 / —
Methylpropanediol
Solvent
0-1 / —
Gluconolactone
Skin Conditioning
- PHA
- Exfoliating
- Hydrating
Niacinamide (in both products)
Smoothing
0 / —
- Niacinamide
- Acne Fighting
- Barrier Repair
- Brightening
- Dark Spots
- Even Tone
- Oil Control
- Pore Refining
- Redness Reducing
Lens Esculenta Fruit Extract
Skin Conditioning
Alpha-Glucan Oligosaccharide
Cleansing
Glycerin (in both products)
Humectant
0 / 0
- Possibly animal-derived
- Hydrating
Salicylic Acid
Preservative
- BHA
- Salicylic acid
- Acne Fighting
- Exfoliating
- Oil Control
- Pore Refining
Glycolic Acid
Buffering
0-1 / —
- AHA
- Glycolic acid
- Anti-Aging
- Brightening
- Dark Spots
- Exfoliating
- Smoothing
Phenoxyethanol (in both products)
Preservative
0 / —

These ingredients are found in both products.

Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.

Aqua
Solvent
Water
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Niacinamide
Smoothing
Niacinamide is niacinamide.
Learn more about Niacinamide →
Glycerin
Denaturant, Fragrance, Hair Conditioning, Humectant, Oral Care, Perfuming, Humectant, Skin Protecting, Solvent, Viscosity Controlling
Glycerin may be plant, synthetic or animal depending on the supplier.
Learn more about Glycerin →
Phenoxyethanol
Antimicrobial, Preservative
Phenoxyethanol is the aromatic ether alcohol that conforms to the formula:
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Ethylhexylglycerin
Deodorant, Skin Conditioning
Ethylhexylglycerin is the organic compound that conforms to the formula
Learn more about Ethylhexylglycerin →
Xanthan Gum
Binding, Emulsion Stabilising, Gel Forming, Skin Conditioning, Cleansing, Emulsifying, Viscosity Controlling
Xanthan gum
Learn more about Xanthan Gum →