Minimalist Alpha Arbutin 2% Face Serum vs Pilgrim 10% Niacinamide Face Serum With 1% Zinc PCA

Minimalist

Pilgrim

A serum built around Alpha arbutin and Ferulic acid, for hydration and antioxidant protection.

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

Serum

19 ingredients

20 ingredients

Brand price

INR 494.00 · checked 26 Sept 2026 · brand's site

Brand price

INR 499.00 · checked 28 Sept 2026 · brand's site

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Brand from India

At a Glance

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Alpha arbutin1
A gentler glycosylated relative of hydroquinone.
Alpha-Arbutin
Hyaluronic acid1
Hyaluronic acid and its salts; a humectant that binds water to the skin.
Sodium Hyaluronate
Ferulic acid1
A plant antioxidant that stabilises vitamins C and E.
Ferulic Acid

Vitamin E1
Tocopherols — fat-soluble antioxidants.
Tocopheryl Acetate
PHA1
Polyhydroxy acids — larger and milder than AHAs.
Gluconolactone
Panthenol (provitamin B5)1
Provitamin B5 — a humectant and soother.
Panthenol
Zinc salt (sebum/soothing)1
Zinc salts, used for sebum control and soothing.
Zinc PCA

Hydrating3
Boosts hydration and relieves dry, tight skin.
Ethoxydiglycol, Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid, Sodium Hyaluronate
Barrier Repair1
Strengthens and restores the skin's natural barrier.
Lecithin
Smoothing1
Refines rough or uneven texture.
Lecithin
Brightening1
Restores radiance to dull, tired skin.
Alpha-Arbutin

Hydrating7
Boosts hydration and relieves dry, tight skin.
Betaine, Butylene Glycol, Gluconolactone, Panthenol, Propanediol, Sodium Hyaluronate, Zinc PCA
Barrier Repair4
Strengthens and restores the skin's natural barrier.
Allantoin, Betaine, Niacinamide, Panthenol
Reduces Irritation3
Eases discomfort and supports skin resilience.
Allantoin, Panthenol, Zinc PCA
Redness Reducing2
Soothes visible redness and calms irritation.
Allantoin, Niacinamide

May Worsen Seborrheic Dermatitis2
May feed the yeast involved in seborrheic dermatitis.
Lecithin, PEG-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil

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

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Water
Skin Conditioning
Dimethyl Isosorbide
Viscosity Controlling
0 / —
Alpha-Arbutin
Antioxidant
- Alpha arbutin
- Brightening
- Dark Spots
Ethoxydiglycol
Humectant
0 / 0
Pentylene Glycol
Skin Conditioning
0-1 / —
PEG-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil
Cleansing
- Fatty esters (glyceryl stearate, PEG-100 stearate)
- May Worsen Seborrheic Dermatitis
Ferulic Acid
Antioxidant
- Ferulic acid
- Antioxidant
Sodium Hyaluronate (in both products)
Humectant
0 / 0
- Hyaluronic acid
- Hydrating
4-Butylresorcinol
Antioxidant
Hydroxyethylcellulose
Light Stabilizer
0-1 / —

Aqua
Solvent
0 / —
Niacinamide
Smoothing
0 / —
- Niacinamide
- Acne Fighting
- Barrier Repair
- Brightening
- Dark Spots
- Even Tone
- Oil Control
- Pore Refining
- Redness Reducing
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
1 / 0
- Hydrating
Propanediol
Viscosity Controlling
0-1 / —
- Hydrating
Gluconolactone
Skin Conditioning
- PHA
- Exfoliating
- Hydrating
Salicylic Acid
Preservative
- BHA
- Salicylic acid
- Acne Fighting
- Exfoliating
- Oil Control
- Pore Refining
Zinc PCA
Humectant
- Zinc salt (sebum/soothing)
- Acne Fighting
- Oil Control
- Reduces Irritation
Nelumbo Nucifera Flower Extract
Skin Conditioning
Torreya Nucifera Extract
Skin Conditioning
Sodium Hyaluronate (in both products)
Humectant
0 / 0
- Hyaluronic acid
- Hydrating

These ingredients are found in both products.

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

Sodium Hyaluronate
Humectant, Skin Conditioning
Sodium Hyaluronate is a hyaluronic acid.
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Xanthan Gum
Binding, Emulsion Stabilising, Gel Forming, Skin Conditioning, Cleansing, Emulsifying, Viscosity Controlling
Xanthan gum
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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 →