Minimalist Niacinamide 5% Face Serum vs Plum 2% Encapsulated Salicylic Acid Face Serum For Acne-Prone Skin

Minimalist

Plum

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

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

Serum

17 ingredients

20 ingredients

Brand price

INR 224.00 · checked 26 Sept 2026 · brand's site

Brand price

INR 225.00 · checked 28 Sept 2026 · brand's site

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Brand from India

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At a Glance

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Colloidal oatmeal1
Finely milled oat — an FDA-recognised skin protectant.
Avena Sativa Kernel Extract
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

BHA1
Beta hydroxy acid — oil-soluble, so it works inside the pore.
Salicylic Acid
Salicylic acid1
The BHA used in acne treatment.
Salicylic Acid
Niacinamide1
Vitamin B3 — supports the barrier and evens tone.
Niacinamide

Hydrating4
Boosts hydration and relieves dry, tight skin.
Ethoxydiglycol, Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid, Propanediol, Sodium Hyaluronate
Barrier Repair4
Strengthens and restores the skin's natural barrier.
Avena Sativa Kernel Extract, Bifida Ferment Lysate, Lecithin, Niacinamide
Reduces Irritation1
Eases discomfort and supports skin resilience.
Avena Sativa Kernel Extract
Redness Reducing1
Soothes visible redness and calms irritation.
Niacinamide

Hydrating4
Boosts hydration and relieves dry, tight skin.
Ethoxydiglycol, Glycerin, Polydextrose, Propanediol
Barrier Repair3
Strengthens and restores the skin's natural barrier.
Glycerin, Niacinamide, Rosa Damascena Flower Water
Redness Reducing1
Soothes visible redness and calms irritation.
Niacinamide
Smoothing2
Refines rough or uneven texture.
Niacinamide, Salicylic Acid

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

No concerns found

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Water
Skin Conditioning
Niacinamide (in both products)
Smoothing
0 / —
- Niacinamide
- Acne Fighting
- Barrier Repair
- Brightening
- Dark Spots
- Even Tone
- Oil Control
- Pore Refining
- Redness Reducing
Dimethyl Isosorbide
Viscosity Controlling
0 / —
Avena Sativa Kernel Extract
Emollient
- Colloidal oatmeal
- Barrier Repair
- Reduces Irritation
Ethoxydiglycol (in both products)
Humectant
0 / 0
Propanediol (in both products)
Viscosity Controlling
0-1 / —
- Hydrating
Bifida Ferment Lysate
Skin Conditioning
- Barrier Repair
Sodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
0 / 0
- Hyaluronic acid
- Hydrating
Phenoxyethanol (in both products)
Preservative
0 / —
Pentylene Glycol (in both products)
Skin Conditioning
0-1 / —

These ingredients are found in both products.

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Niacinamide
Smoothing
Niacinamide is niacinamide.
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Ethoxydiglycol
Humectant, Perfuming, Solvent
2-(2-Ethoxyethoxy)ethanol; Carbitol; Diethylene glycol monoethyl ether; DEGEE
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Propanediol
Solvent, Viscosity Controlling
Propanediol is the organic compound that conforms to the formula
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Phenoxyethanol
Antimicrobial, Preservative
Phenoxyethanol is the aromatic ether alcohol that conforms to the formula:
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Pentylene Glycol
Skin Conditioning, Solvent
1,2-Dihydroxypentane
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Ethylhexylglycerin
Deodorant, Skin Conditioning
Ethylhexylglycerin is the organic compound that conforms to the formula
Learn more about Ethylhexylglycerin →
Xanthan Gum
Binding, Emulsion Stabilising, Gel Forming, Skin Conditioning, Cleansing, Emulsifying, Viscosity Controlling
Xanthan gum
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