Glad2Glow Centella 2% Salicylic Acid Power Clear Acne Serum vs The Inkey List 10% Azelaic Acid Serum for Redness Relief

Glad2Glow

The Inkey List

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

A serum built around Azelaic acid, for pollution defence and hydration.

Serum

29 ingredients

17 ingredients

Brand price

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

Brand price

USD 20.00 · checked 26 Sept 2026 · brand's site

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Brand from Indonesia

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At a Glance

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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

Polysorbates (Tween emulsifiers)1
Polysorbate (Tween) emulsifiers.
Polysorbate 60
Azelaic acid1
Works on acne, redness and pigmentation at once.
Azelaic Acid

Hydrating2
Boosts hydration and relieves dry, tight skin.
Glycerin, Propanediol
Barrier Repair2
Strengthens and restores the skin's natural barrier.
Allantoin, Glycerin
Reduces Irritation1
Eases discomfort and supports skin resilience.
Allantoin
Redness Reducing2
Soothes visible redness and calms irritation.
Allantoin, Azelaic 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

May Trigger Acne1
Can clog pores or trigger breakouts.
Sorbitan Isostearate
May Worsen Seborrheic Dermatitis2
May feed the yeast involved in seborrheic dermatitis.
Polysorbate 60, Sorbitan Isostearate
May Worsen Keratosis Pilaris1
May clog follicles or strip skin prone to keratosis pilaris.
Sorbitan Isostearate

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Aqua (in both products)
Solvent
0 / —
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
1 / 0
- Hydrating
Propylene Glycol
Humectant
0 / 0
Salicylic Acid
Preservative
- BHA
- Salicylic acid
- Acne Fighting
- Exfoliating
- Oil Control
- Pore Refining
Caprylic/Capric Glycerides Polyglyceryl-10 Esters
Emollient
Niacinamide
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

Aqua (in both products)
Solvent
0 / —
Azelaic Acid
Buffering
- Azelaic acid
- Acne Fighting
- Dark Spots
- Even Tone
- Redness Reducing
Propanediol
Viscosity Controlling
0-1 / —
- Hydrating
Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer
Emulsion Stabilising
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
0 / —
Acacia Senegal Gum
Fragrance
Xanthan Gum (in both products)
Cleansing
0-1 / —
Allantoin (in both products)
Skin Conditioning
0 / 0
- Reduces Irritation
- Smoothing
Glycerin
Humectant
0 / 0
- Possibly animal-derived
- Hydrating
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin Conditioning

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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Allantoin
Skin Conditioning, Skin Protecting, Soothing
Urea, (2,5-dioxo-4-imidazolidinyl)-
Learn more about Allantoin →
Xanthan Gum
Binding, Emulsion Stabilising, Gel Forming, Skin Conditioning, Cleansing, Emulsifying, Viscosity Controlling
Xanthan gum
Learn more about Xanthan Gum →