Niacinamide 10% + Zinc 1%
10% Vitamin C Essence Serum with Vitamin C and Gotu Kola for Skin Illumination

The Ordinary

Niacinamide 10% + Zinc 1%

Mamaearth

10% Vitamin C Essence Serum with Vitamin C and Gotu Kola for Skin Illumination

A serum built around Niacinamide and Zinc salt, for hydration and fighting acne.

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

Serum
Serum
11 ingredients
13 ingredients

Brand price

USD 5.40 · checked 25 Sept 2026 · brand's site

Brand price

INR 699.00 · checked 6 Oct 2026 · brand's site

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At a Glance

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Key Ingredients

  • Zinc salt (sebum/soothing)1

    Zinc salts, used for sebum control and soothing.

    Zinc PCA

  • Niacinamide1

    Vitamin B3 — supports the barrier and evens tone.

    Niacinamide

  • Centella asiatica (Cica)1

    Centella asiatica (cica), used to calm irritation.

    Centella Asiatica 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

  • Ferulic acid1

    A plant antioxidant that stabilises vitamins C and E.

    Ferulic Acid

Benefits

  • Hydrating2

    Boosts hydration and relieves dry, tight skin.

    Ethoxydiglycol, Zinc PCA

  • Barrier Repair1

    Strengthens and restores the skin's natural barrier.

    Niacinamide

  • Reduces Irritation1

    Eases discomfort and supports skin resilience.

    Zinc PCA

  • Redness Reducing1

    Soothes visible redness and calms irritation.

    Niacinamide

Concerns

  • May Worsen Seborrheic Dermatitis1

    May feed the yeast involved in seborrheic dermatitis.

    Isoceteth-20

  • May Worsen Irritation1

    May cause stinging, redness or sensitivity.

    Parfum

  • May Worsen Eczema1

    May worsen itching or irritation for eczema-prone skin.

    Parfum

  • May Worsen Rosacea1

    Can trigger flare-ups in rosacea-prone skin.

    Parfum

Ingredients Side-by-side

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  • Aqua (in both products)

    Solvent

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  • Ethyl Ascorbic Acid

  • Propanediol

    Viscosity Controlling

    0-1 / —

    • Hydrating

  • Ethoxydiglycol (in both products)

    Humectant

    0 / 0

  • Sodium Hyaluronate

    Humectant

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    • Hyaluronic acid
    • Hydrating

  • Ferulic Acid

    Antioxidant

    • Ferulic acid
    • Antioxidant

  • Niacinamide (in both products)

    Smoothing

    0 / —

    • Niacinamide
    • Acne Fighting
    • Barrier Repair
    • Brightening
    • Dark Spots
    • Even Tone
    • Oil Control
    • Pore Refining
    • Redness Reducing

  • Parfum

    Perfuming

    • Fragrance
    • May Worsen Eczema
    • May Worsen Irritation
    • May Worsen Rosacea

  • Hydroxyethylcellulose

    Light Stabilizer

    0-1 / —

  • Sodium Gluconate

    Skin Conditioning

Ingredients Explained

These ingredients are found in both products.

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