Neutrogena Hydro Boost Hydrating Serum vs The Derma Co 10% Cica-Glow Face Serum with Tranexamic Acid & Kojic Acid

Neutrogena

The Derma Co

A serum built around Lactic acid and Hyaluronic acid, for hydration and barrier repair.

A serum built around Niacinamide and Tranexamic acid, for brightening and fading dark spots.

Serum

30 ingredients

24 ingredients

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INR 599.00 · checked 28 Sept 2026 · brand's site

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Zinc salt (sebum/soothing)1
Zinc salts, used for sebum control and soothing.
Zinc Gluconate
AHA1
Alpha hydroxy acids — water-soluble chemical exfoliants.
Citric Acid
Lactic acid1
An AHA that also acts as a humectant.
Sodium Lactate
Hyaluronic acid1
Hyaluronic acid and its salts; a humectant that binds water to the skin.
Sodium Hyaluronate

Alpha arbutin1
A gentler glycosylated relative of hydroquinone.
Alpha-Arbutin
PHA1
Polyhydroxy acids — larger and milder than AHAs.
Gluconolactone
Vitamin C derivative (stable)1
Stable derivatives of ascorbic acid.
3-O-Ethyl Ascorbic Acid
Centella asiatica (Cica)1
Centella asiatica (cica), used to calm irritation.
Centella Asiatica Extract

Hydrating9
Boosts hydration and relieves dry, tight skin.
Butylene Glycol, Dimethicone, Dimethiconol, Glycerin, Propylene Glycol, Sodium Hyaluronate, Sodium Lactate, Sodium PCA, Sorbitol
Barrier Repair8
Strengthens and restores the skin's natural barrier.
Cetearyl Olivate, Copper Gluconate, Dimethicone, Dimethiconol, Glycerin, Isododecane, Neopentyl Glycol Diheptanoate, Propylene Glycol
Reduces Irritation2
Eases discomfort and supports skin resilience.
Bisabolol, Zinc Gluconate
Redness Reducing1
Soothes visible redness and calms irritation.
Bisabolol

Hydrating3
Boosts hydration and relieves dry, tight skin.
Ethoxydiglycol, Gluconolactone, Propanediol
Barrier Repair3
Strengthens and restores the skin's natural barrier.
Centella Asiatica Extract, Lecithin, Niacinamide
Reduces Irritation1
Eases discomfort and supports skin resilience.
Centella Asiatica Extract
Redness Reducing3
Soothes visible redness and calms irritation.
Centella Asiatica Extract, Niacinamide, Tranexamic 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 Irritation2
May cause stinging, redness or sensitivity.
Benzyl Alcohol, Fragrance
May Worsen Eczema2
May worsen itching or irritation for eczema-prone skin.
Benzyl Alcohol, Fragrance
May Worsen Rosacea1
Can trigger flare-ups in rosacea-prone skin.
Fragrance

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

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Ethylhexylglycerin
Deodorant, Skin Conditioning
Ethylhexylglycerin is the organic compound that conforms to the formula
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Citric Acid
Buffering, Chelating, Fragrance
Citric Acid is an AHA.
Learn more about Citric Acid →