Pixi Bright-C Stickers vs CeraVe Acne Control Gel

Pixi

CeraVe

A spot treatment built around Vitamin C and Vitamin C, for barrier repair and smoothing.

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

Spot treatment

5 ingredients

24 ingredients

Brand price

USD 12.00 · checked 8 Oct 2026 · brand's site

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At a Glance

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Vitamin C (L-ascorbic acid)1
L-ascorbic acid, the unesterified form of vitamin C.
Ascorbic Acid
Hyaluronic acid1
Hyaluronic acid and its salts; a humectant that binds water to the skin.
Hyaluronic Acid
Niacinamide1
Vitamin B3 — supports the barrier and evens tone.
Niacinamide
Vitamin C1
Vitamin C in any form: an antioxidant and brightener.
Ascorbic Acid

Fatty alcohol1
Waxy fatty alcohols used as emollients and thickeners; unrelated to drying alcohol.
Cetearyl Alcohol
Ceramide3
Skin-identical lipids that hold the barrier together.
Ceramide AP, Ceramide EOP, Ceramide NP
AHA2
Alpha hydroxy acids — water-soluble chemical exfoliants.
Glycolic Acid, Lactic Acid
BHA1
Beta hydroxy acid — oil-soluble, so it works inside the pore.
Salicylic Acid

Hydrating1
Boosts hydration and relieves dry, tight skin.
Hyaluronic Acid
Barrier Repair2
Strengthens and restores the skin's natural barrier.
Diethylhexyl Adipate, Niacinamide
Redness Reducing1
Soothes visible redness and calms irritation.
Niacinamide
Anti-Aging1
Softens lines and helps skin look youthful.
Ascorbic Acid

Hydrating6
Boosts hydration and relieves dry, tight skin.
Ceramide AP, Ceramide EOP, Ceramide NP, Glycerin, Lactic Acid, Sodium Hyaluronate
Barrier Repair9
Strengthens and restores the skin's natural barrier.
Caprylyl Glycol, Ceramide AP, Ceramide EOP, Ceramide NP, Cetearyl Alcohol, Cholesterol, Glycerin, Niacinamide, Phytosphingosine
Redness Reducing1
Soothes visible redness and calms irritation.
Niacinamide
Anti-Aging1
Softens lines and helps skin look youthful.
Glycolic Acid

No concerns found

May Trigger Acne1
Can clog pores or trigger breakouts.
Cetearyl Alcohol
May Worsen Seborrheic Dermatitis7
May feed the yeast involved in seborrheic dermatitis.
Behentrimonium Methosulfate, Ceramide AP, Ceramide EOP, Ceramide NP, Cetearyl Alcohol, Phytosphingosine, Sodium Lauroyl Lactylate
May Worsen Keratosis Pilaris1
May clog follicles or strip skin prone to keratosis pilaris.
Cetearyl Alcohol

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Niacinamide
Smoothing
Niacinamide is niacinamide.
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