Glad2Glow Centella 2% Salicylic Acid Power Clear Acne Serum vs The Ordinary Niacinamide 10% + Zinc 1%

Glad2Glow

The Ordinary

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

A serum built around Niacinamide and Zinc salt, for hydration and fighting acne.

Serum

29 ingredients

11 ingredients

Brand price

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

Brand price

USD 5.40 · checked 25 Sept 2026 · brand's site

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Brand from Indonesia

Brand from Canada

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

Zinc salt (sebum/soothing)1
Zinc salts, used for sebum control and soothing.
Zinc PCA
Niacinamide1
Vitamin B3 — supports the barrier and evens tone.
Niacinamide

Hydrating2
Boosts hydration and relieves dry, tight skin.
Ethoxydiglycol, Zinc PCA
Barrier Repair1
Strengthens and restores the skin's natural barrier.
Niacinamide
Reduces Irritation1
Eases discomfort and supports skin resilience.
Zinc PCA
Redness Reducing1
Soothes visible redness and calms irritation.
Niacinamide

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 Worsen Seborrheic Dermatitis1
May feed the yeast involved in seborrheic dermatitis.
Isoceteth-20

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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 (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

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
Pentylene Glycol (in both products)
Skin Conditioning
0-1 / —
Zinc PCA (in both products)
Humectant
- Zinc salt (sebum/soothing)
- Acne Fighting
- Oil Control
- Reduces Irritation
Dimethyl Isosorbide
Viscosity Controlling
0 / —
Tamarindus Indica Seed Gum
Emulsion Stabilising
Xanthan Gum (in both products)
Cleansing
0-1 / —
Isoceteth-20
Cleansing
- Fatty alcohols (Malassezia)
- May Worsen Seborrheic Dermatitis
Ethoxydiglycol
Humectant
0 / 0
Phenoxyethanol
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 →
Zinc PCA
Humectant, Skin Conditioning
Zinc PCA is a zinc salt.
Learn more about Zinc PCA →
Pentylene Glycol
Skin Conditioning, Solvent
1,2-Dihydroxypentane
Learn more about Pentylene Glycol →
Xanthan Gum
Binding, Emulsion Stabilising, Gel Forming, Skin Conditioning, Cleansing, Emulsifying, Viscosity Controlling
Xanthan gum
Learn more about Xanthan Gum →