La Roche-Posay Vitamin C12 Oil Control Serum For Oily Skin vs The Derma Co Nia-Zelaic Oil Control Face Serum

La Roche-Posay

The Derma Co

A serum built around Vitamin C and Vitamin C, for smoothing and pollution defence.

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

Serum

15 ingredients

32 ingredients

Brand price

USD 44.99 · checked 25 Sept 2026 · brand's site

Brand price

INR 649.00 · checked 28 Sept 2026 · brand's site

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Brand from France

Brand from India

At a Glance

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Vitamin C (L-ascorbic acid)1
L-ascorbic acid, the unesterified form of vitamin C.
Ascorbic Acid
AHA1
Alpha hydroxy acids — water-soluble chemical exfoliants.
Citric Acid
BHA1
Beta hydroxy acid — oil-soluble, so it works inside the pore.
Salicylic Acid
Salicylic acid1
The BHA used in acne treatment.
Salicylic Acid

Azelaic acid1
Works on acne, redness and pigmentation at once.
Azelaic Acid
AHA1
Alpha hydroxy acids — water-soluble chemical exfoliants.
Citric Acid
Hyaluronic acid1
Hyaluronic acid and its salts; a humectant that binds water to the skin.
Sodium Hyaluronate
Niacinamide1
Vitamin B3 — supports the barrier and evens tone.
Niacinamide

Hydrating2
Boosts hydration and relieves dry, tight skin.
Glycerin, Sodium Hyaluronate
Barrier Repair2
Strengthens and restores the skin's natural barrier.
Caprylyl Glycol, Glycerin
Anti-Aging2
Softens lines and helps skin look youthful.
Adenosine, Ascorbic Acid
Firming1
Supports elasticity and bounce.
Adenosine

Hydrating8
Boosts hydration and relieves dry, tight skin.
Acetyl Glucosamine, Ethoxydiglycol, Fructose, Glucose, Glycerin, Propanediol, Propylene Glycol, Sodium Hyaluronate
Barrier Repair4
Strengthens and restores the skin's natural barrier.
Allantoin, Glycerin, Niacinamide, Propylene Glycol
Reduces Irritation1
Eases discomfort and supports skin resilience.
Allantoin
Redness Reducing3
Soothes visible redness and calms irritation.
Allantoin, Azelaic Acid, Niacinamide

May Trigger Acne1
Can clog pores or trigger breakouts.
Laureth-23
May Worsen Seborrheic Dermatitis2
May feed the yeast involved in seborrheic dermatitis.
Laureth-23, Polyquaternium-67
May Worsen Keratosis Pilaris1
May clog follicles or strip skin prone to keratosis pilaris.
Laureth-23
May Worsen Irritation1
May cause stinging, redness or sensitivity.
Parfum

May Worsen Seborrheic Dermatitis1
May feed the yeast involved in seborrheic dermatitis.
Acetyl Glucosamine

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Aqua (in both products)
Solvent
0 / —
Ascorbic Acid
Antioxidant
- Vitamin C
- Vitamin C (L-ascorbic acid)
- Anti-Aging
- Anti-Pollution
- Antioxidant
- Brightening
- Dark Spots
- Even Tone
Pentylene Glycol (in both products)
Skin Conditioning
0-1 / —
Glycerin (in both products)
Humectant
0 / 0
- Possibly animal-derived
- Hydrating
Potassium Hydroxide
Buffering
0-1 / —
Hydroxyacetophenone
Antioxidant
Sodium Hyaluronate (in both products)
Humectant
0 / 0
- Hyaluronic acid
- Hydrating
Adenosine (in both products)
Skin Conditioning
- Anti-Aging
- Firming
Trisodium Ethylenediamine Disuccinate (in both products)
Chelating
Salicylic Acid
Preservative
- BHA
- Salicylic acid
- Acne Fighting
- Exfoliating
- Oil Control
- Pore Refining

Aqua (in both products)
Solvent
0 / —
Propylene Glycol
Humectant
0 / 0
1,2-Hexanediol
Skin Conditioning
Niacinamide
Smoothing
0 / —
- Niacinamide
- Acne Fighting
- Barrier Repair
- Brightening
- Dark Spots
- Even Tone
- Oil Control
- Pore Refining
- Redness Reducing
Azelaic Acid
Buffering
- Azelaic acid
- Acne Fighting
- Dark Spots
- Even Tone
- Redness Reducing
Ethoxydiglycol
Humectant
0 / 0
Potassium Azeloyl Diglycinate
Skin Conditioning
Sodium Hydroxide
Buffering
0 / —
Glycerin (in both products)
Humectant
0 / 0
- Possibly animal-derived
- Hydrating
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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Pentylene Glycol
Skin Conditioning, Solvent
1,2-Dihydroxypentane
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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.
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Sodium Hyaluronate
Humectant, Skin Conditioning
Sodium Hyaluronate is a hyaluronic acid.
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Adenosine
Skin Conditioning
6-Amino-9-beta-D-ribofuranosyl-9H-purine
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Trisodium Ethylenediamine Disuccinate
Chelating
L-Aspartic acid, N,N'-1,2-ethanediylbis-, trisodium salt
Learn more about Trisodium Ethylenediamine Disuccinate →
Citric Acid
Buffering, Chelating, Fragrance
Citric Acid is an AHA.
Learn more about Citric Acid →