Glad2Glow Centella 2% Salicylic Acid Power Clear Acne Serum vs SkinCeuticals Discoloration Defense Serum for Dark Spots

Glad2Glow

SkinCeuticals

A serum built around BHA and Salicylic acid, for barrier repair and smoothing.

A serum built around Niacinamide and Tranexamic acid, for barrier repair and hydration.

Serum

29 ingredients

14 ingredients

Brand price

USD 9.90 · checked 5 Oct 2026 · brand's site

Brand price

USD 115.00 · checked 28 Sept 2026 · brand's site

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Brand from Indonesia

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At a Glance

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

Face oil1
An oil formulated to be used on the face.
Squalane
Zinc salt (sebum/soothing)1
Zinc salts, used for sebum control and soothing.
Zinc PCA
Centella asiatica (Cica)2
Centella asiatica (cica), used to calm irritation.
Centella Asiatica Extract, Madecassoside
AHA1
Alpha hydroxy acids — water-soluble chemical exfoliants.
Glycolic Acid

Niacinamide1
Vitamin B3 — supports the barrier and evens tone.
Niacinamide
Tranexamic acid1
Used topically for stubborn pigmentation and melasma.
Tranexamic Acid
Kojic acid1
A fungal-derived tyrosinase inhibitor used on pigmentation.
Kojic Acid

Hydrating4
Boosts hydration and relieves dry, tight skin.
Butylene Glycol, Glycerin, Hydroxyethyl Urea, Propylene Glycol
Barrier Repair5
Strengthens and restores the skin's natural barrier.
Allantoin, Caprylyl Glycol, Glycerin, Niacinamide, Propylene Glycol
Reduces Irritation1
Eases discomfort and supports skin resilience.
Allantoin
Redness Reducing3
Soothes visible redness and calms irritation.
Allantoin, Niacinamide, Tranexamic Acid

May Worsen Seborrheic Dermatitis3
May feed the yeast involved in seborrheic dermatitis.
Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer, Cetearyl Olivate, Sorbitan Olivate
May Worsen Oily Skin1
May increase shine or excess oil.
Squalane
May Worsen Irritation2
May cause stinging, redness or sensitivity.
Aroma, Menthol
May Worsen Eczema2
May worsen itching or irritation for eczema-prone skin.
Aroma, Menthol

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Aqua (in both products)
Solvent
0 / —
Butylene Glycol (in both products)
Humectant
1 / 0
- Hydrating
Propylene Glycol (in both products)
Humectant
0 / 0
Salicylic Acid
Preservative
- BHA
- Salicylic acid
- Acne Fighting
- Exfoliating
- Oil Control
- Pore Refining
Caprylic/Capric Glycerides Polyglyceryl-10 Esters
Emollient
Niacinamide (in both products)
Smoothing
0 / —
- Niacinamide
- Acne Fighting
- Barrier Repair
- Brightening
- Dark Spots
- Even Tone
- Oil Control
- Pore Refining
- Redness Reducing
Madecassoside
Antioxidant
- Centella asiatica (Cica)
- Redness Reducing
- Reduces Irritation
Sodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
0 / 0
- Hyaluronic acid
- Hydrating
Betaine
Humectant
0 / —
- Hydrating
Squalane
Emollient
1 / 0
- Face oil
- Barrier Repair
- Hydrating
- May Worsen Oily Skin

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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Butylene Glycol
Fragrance, Humectant, Skin Conditioning, Solvent, Viscosity Controlling
Butane-1,3-diol (CAS No. 107-88-0/ EC No. 203-529-7) (R)-(-)-butane-1,3-diol” (CAS No. 6290-03-5/ EC No. 228-532-0)
Learn more about Butylene Glycol →
Propylene Glycol
Fragrance, Humectant, Humectant, Skin Conditioning, Solvent, Viscosity Controlling
Propylene Glycol is the aliphatic alcohol that conforms generally to the formula
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Niacinamide
Smoothing
Niacinamide is niacinamide.
Learn more about Niacinamide →
Allantoin
Skin Conditioning, Skin Protecting, Soothing
Urea, (2,5-dioxo-4-imidazolidinyl)-
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Xanthan Gum
Binding, Emulsion Stabilising, Gel Forming, Skin Conditioning, Cleansing, Emulsifying, Viscosity Controlling
Xanthan gum
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