Skintific 10% Niacinamide Brightening Serum vs The Ordinary Marine Hyaluronics

Skintific

The Ordinary

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

A serum built around Lactic acid and BHA, for hydration and smoothing.

Serum

42 ingredients

33 ingredients

Brand price

AUD 21.90 · checked 5 Oct 2026 · brand's site

Brand price

USD 8.28 · checked 25 Sept 2026 · brand's site

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Brand from Indonesia

Brand from Canada

At a Glance

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Ceramide2
Skin-identical lipids that hold the barrier together.
Ceramide AP, Ceramide NP
Alpha arbutin1
A gentler glycosylated relative of hydroquinone.
Alpha-Arbutin
Centella asiatica (Cica)1
Centella asiatica (cica), used to calm irritation.
Centella Asiatica Extract
Colloidal oatmeal2
Finely milled oat — an FDA-recognised skin protectant.
Avena Sativa Kernel Extract, Avena Sativa Kernel Oil

Polysorbates (Tween emulsifiers)1
Polysorbate (Tween) emulsifiers.
Polysorbate 20
AHA1
Alpha hydroxy acids — water-soluble chemical exfoliants.
Citric Acid
BHA1
Beta hydroxy acid — oil-soluble, so it works inside the pore.
Salicylic Acid
Lactic acid1
An AHA that also acts as a humectant.
Sodium Lactate

Hydrating9
Boosts hydration and relieves dry, tight skin.
Algae Extract, Ethoxydiglycol, Glycerin, Histidine, PCA, Propanediol, Pseudoalteromonas Ferment Extract, Sodium Lactate, Sodium PCA
Barrier Repair3
Strengthens and restores the skin's natural barrier.
Algae Extract, Caprylyl Glycol, Glycerin
Smoothing5
Refines rough or uneven texture.
Algae Extract, Caprylyl Glycol, Citric Acid, Salicylic Acid, Sodium Lactate
Acne Fighting1
Helps clear breakouts and keep pores clear.
Salicylic Acid

May Worsen Seborrheic Dermatitis11
May feed the yeast involved in seborrheic dermatitis.
Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer, Avena Sativa Kernel Oil, Ceramide AP, Ceramide As, Ceramide NP, Ceramide Ns, Hydrogenated Lecithin, PEG-7 Glyceryl Cocoate, Phosphatidylcholine, Sodium Stearoyl Glutamate, Sphingolipids
May Worsen Oily Skin1
May increase shine or excess oil.
Avena Sativa Kernel Oil
May Worsen Irritation1
May cause stinging, redness or sensitivity.
Fragrance
May Worsen Eczema1
May worsen itching or irritation for eczema-prone skin.
Fragrance

May Trigger Acne1
Can clog pores or trigger breakouts.
Hexylene Glycol
May Worsen Seborrheic Dermatitis1
May feed the yeast involved in seborrheic dermatitis.
Polysorbate 20
May Worsen Keratosis Pilaris1
May clog follicles or strip skin prone to keratosis pilaris.
Hexylene Glycol

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Aqua (in both products)
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
Propylene Glycol
Humectant
0 / 0
Peg/Ppg-14/7 Dimethyl Ether
Skin Conditioning
Centella Asiatica Extract
Cleansing
- Centella asiatica (Cica)
- Barrier Repair
- Redness Reducing
- Reduces Irritation
Gentiana Scabra Root Extract
Skin Conditioning
Avena Sativa Kernel Extract
Emollient
- Colloidal oatmeal
- Barrier Repair
- Reduces Irritation
Yeast Extract
Skin Conditioning
Crocus Sativus Flower Extract
Fragrance

These ingredients are found in both products.

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

Aqua
Solvent
Water
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1,2-Hexanediol
Skin Conditioning, Solvent
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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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