Pixi +C Vit Brightening Perfector vs The Inkey List Omega Water Cream

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The Inkey List

A face moisturizer built around Vitamin C and Vitamin C, for barrier repair and smoothing.

A face moisturizer built around Niacinamide, for barrier repair and smoothing.

Face moisturizer

37 ingredients

17 ingredients

Brand price

USD 22.00 · checked 8 Oct 2026 · brand's site

Brand price

USD 15.00 · checked 26 Sept 2026 · brand's site

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At a Glance

They come out differently on Fragrance-free, EU-allergen-free and Pore-clogger-free; those rows are shaded. Tap any answer to see why.

Mineral sunscreen1
Uses zinc oxide or titanium dioxide to absorb and scatter UV rays.
Titanium Dioxide
Sunscreen1
Any ingredient acting as a UV filter.
Titanium Dioxide
Face oil1
An oil formulated to be used on the face.
Squalane
Vitamin C (L-ascorbic acid)1
L-ascorbic acid, the unesterified form of vitamin C.
Ascorbic Acid

Hydrating4
Boosts hydration and relieves dry, tight skin.
Betaine, Glycerin, Polyglycerin-3, Propanediol
Barrier Repair6
Strengthens and restores the skin's natural barrier.
Betaine, Coco-Caprylate/Caprate, Dicaprylyl Carbonate, Glycerin, Niacinamide, Oleic Acid
Redness Reducing1
Soothes visible redness and calms irritation.
Niacinamide
Smoothing5
Refines rough or uneven texture.
Citric Acid, Coco-Caprylate/Caprate, Dicaprylyl Carbonate, Niacinamide, Oleic Acid

May Worsen Seborrheic Dermatitis7
May feed the yeast involved in seborrheic dermatitis.
Cetyl Ethylhexanoate, Disteardimonium Hectorite, Hydrogenated Lecithin, Octyldodecanol, Polyglyceryl-6 Polyhydroxystearate, Polyglyceryl-6 Polyricinoleate, Tribehenin
May Worsen Oily Skin1
May increase shine or excess oil.
Squalane
May Worsen Irritation3
May cause stinging, redness or sensitivity.
Citral, Citrus Aurantium Dulcis Peel Oil, Limonene
May Worsen Eczema3
May worsen itching or irritation for eczema-prone skin.
Citral, Citrus Aurantium Dulcis Peel Oil, Limonene

May Trigger Acne1
Can clog pores or trigger breakouts.
Oleic Acid
May Worsen Seborrheic Dermatitis6
May feed the yeast involved in seborrheic dermatitis.
Coco-Caprylate/Caprate, Disteardimonium Hectorite, Glycolipids, Glycosphingolipids, Oleic Acid, Polyglyceryl-4 Isostearate
May Worsen Keratosis Pilaris1
May clog follicles or strip skin prone to keratosis pilaris.
Oleic Acid

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Aqua
Solvent
0 / —
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
Occlusive
1 / 1
Dicaprylyl Carbonate (in both products)
Emollient
Cetyl Ethylhexanoate
Emollient
- Fatty esters (glyceryl stearate, PEG-100 stearate)
- May Worsen Seborrheic Dermatitis
Tribehenin
Emollient
0 / 0
- Fatty esters (glyceryl stearate, PEG-100 stearate)
- May Worsen Seborrheic Dermatitis
Octyldodecanol
Emollient
- Fatty alcohols (Malassezia)
- May Worsen Seborrheic Dermatitis
Polyglyceryl-6 Polyhydroxystearate
Emulsifying
- Fatty esters (glyceryl stearate, PEG-100 stearate)
- May Worsen Seborrheic Dermatitis
Disteardimonium Hectorite (in both products)
Light Stabilizer
- Fatty alcohols (Malassezia)
- May Worsen Seborrheic Dermatitis
Glycerin (in both products)
Humectant
0 / 0
- Possibly animal-derived
- Hydrating
Dipropylene Glycol
Perfuming
0-1 / —

Water
Skin Conditioning
Dicaprylyl Carbonate (in both products)
Emollient
Glycerin (in both products)
Humectant
0 / 0
- Possibly animal-derived
- Hydrating
Niacinamide
Smoothing
0 / —
- Niacinamide
- Acne Fighting
- Barrier Repair
- Brightening
- Dark Spots
- Even Tone
- Oil Control
- Pore Refining
- Redness Reducing
Propanediol
Viscosity Controlling
0-1 / —
- Hydrating
Betaine
Humectant
0 / —
- Hydrating
Polyglyceryl-4 Isostearate
Emulsifying
- Fatty esters (glyceryl stearate, PEG-100 stearate)
- May Worsen Seborrheic Dermatitis
Coco-Caprylate/Caprate
Emollient
- Fatty alcohols (Malassezia)
- May Worsen Seborrheic Dermatitis
Magnesium Sulfate
Bulking
0-1 / —
Glycosphingolipids
Skin Conditioning
- Fatty alcohols (Malassezia)
- May Worsen Seborrheic Dermatitis

These ingredients are found in both products.

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

Dicaprylyl Carbonate
Skin Conditioning, Emollient
Carbonic Acid, Dicaprylyl Ester
Learn more about Dicaprylyl Carbonate →
Disteardimonium Hectorite
Light Stabilizer, Viscosity Controlling
Disteardimonium Hectorite isn't fungal acne safe.
Learn more about Disteardimonium Hectorite →
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.
Learn more about Glycerin →