Dupes for Ultra Pure High-Potency Serum with 9.8% Glycolic Acid
by Kiehl's · Serum
17 products come close enough to call a dupe, best match first.
How the match is scored
A dupe is always the same kind of product — a serum is only compared with serums. Within that, two things are scored and blended.
Ingredient Match compares the two ingredient lists. Lists are ordered by concentration, so an ingredient near the top counts for more than one near the bottom; a dupe has to cover what matters most in the original. It weighs most of all.
Attribute Match compares what the two products are for: the benefits their ingredients are known for, such as hydrating or acne fighting. Those benefits come from the ingredients, not from tests of either product.
Only products scoring 60% or more are listed, at most 50. A match is about the formula on the label: it can't see concentrations the label doesn't print, texture, or how a product feels on your skin.
Dupe #1
SkinCeuticals
Cell Cycle Catalyst™ Anti-Aging Serum75% match
95% Attribute Match · 60% Ingredient Match
They share 4 of this product's 7 ingredients (the dupe lists 13).
Both are
- Fragrance-free
- EU-allergen-free
- Paraben-free
- Silicone-free
- Sulfate-free
- Fungal-acne-safe
- Pore-clogger-free
- Oil-free
- Reef-safe
Both are likely good for
- Hydrating
- Barrier Repair
- Anti-Aging
- Smoothing
- Brightening
- Dark Spots
- Oil Control
- Pore Refining
- Exfoliating
- Anti-Pollution
Brand price: USD 120.00 · checked 28 Sept 2026 · on the brand's site
Compare side by side →Dupe #2
The Derma Co
Pore Minimizing Face Serum with 4% Niacinamide69% match
87% Attribute Match · 52% Ingredient Match
They share 5 of this product's 7 ingredients (the dupe lists 16).
Both are
- Fragrance-free
- EU-allergen-free
- Paraben-free
- Silicone-free
- Sulfate-free
- Fungal-acne-safe
- Pore-clogger-free
- Oil-free
- Reef-safe
Both are likely good for
- Hydrating
- Barrier Repair
- Anti-Aging
- Smoothing
- Brightening
- Dark Spots
- Oil Control
- Pore Refining
- Exfoliating
- Anti-Pollution
Brand price: INR 599.00 · checked 5 Oct 2026 · on the brand's site
Compare side by side →Dupe #3
La Roche-Posay
Glycolic B5 10% Pure Glycolic Acid Serum68% match
83% Attribute Match · 52% Ingredient Match
They share 4 of this product's 7 ingredients (the dupe lists 14).
Both are
- Fragrance-free
- EU-allergen-free
- Paraben-free
- Silicone-free
- Sulfate-free
- Pore-clogger-free
- Oil-free
- Reef-safe
Both are likely good for
- Hydrating
- Barrier Repair
- Anti-Aging
- Smoothing
- Brightening
- Dark Spots
- Oil Control
- Pore Refining
- Exfoliating
- Anti-Pollution
Brand price: USD 44.99 · checked 25 Sept 2026 · on the brand's site
Compare side by side →Dupe #4
CeraVe
Skin Renewing Nightly Exfoliating Treatment66% match
80% Attribute Match · 50% Ingredient Match
They share 5 of this product's 7 ingredients (the dupe lists 29).
Both are
- Fragrance-free
- EU-allergen-free
- Paraben-free
- Sulfate-free
- Oil-free
- Reef-safe
Compare side by side →Both are likely good for
- Hydrating
- Barrier Repair
- Anti-Aging
- Smoothing
- Brightening
- Dark Spots
- Exfoliating
- Anti-Pollution
Dupe #5
Kiehl's
Ultra Pure High-Potency Serum with 5.0% Niacinamide65% match
73% Attribute Match · 52% Ingredient Match
They share 4 of this product's 7 ingredients (the dupe lists 10).
Both are
- Fragrance-free
- EU-allergen-free
- Paraben-free
- Silicone-free
- Sulfate-free
- Fungal-acne-safe
- Pore-clogger-free
- Oil-free
- Reef-safe
Both are likely good for
- Hydrating
- Barrier Repair
- Smoothing
- Brightening
- Dark Spots
- Oil Control
- Pore Refining
- Anti-Pollution
Brand price: INR 3200.00 · checked 8 Oct 2026 · on the brand's site
Compare side by side →Dupe #6
Kiehl's
Ultra Pure High-Potency Serum with 1.5% Hyaluronic Acid65% match
67% Attribute Match · 53% Ingredient Match
They share 3 of this product's 7 ingredients.
Both are
- Fragrance-free
- EU-allergen-free
- Paraben-free
- Silicone-free
- Sulfate-free
- Fungal-acne-safe
- Pore-clogger-free
- Oil-free
- Reef-safe
Both are likely good for
- Hydrating
- Barrier Repair
- Smoothing
- Exfoliating
- Anti-Pollution
Brand price: INR 3200.00 · checked 8 Oct 2026 · on the brand's site
Compare side by side →Dupe #7
Skintific
12% AHA BHA PHA LHA Peeling Solution Serum64% match
83% Attribute Match · 46% Ingredient Match
They share 4 of this product's 7 ingredients (the dupe lists 26).
Both are
- Fragrance-free
- EU-allergen-free
- Paraben-free
- Silicone-free
- Sulfate-free
- Fungal-acne-safe
- Pore-clogger-free
- Oil-free
- Reef-safe
Both are likely good for
- Hydrating
- Barrier Repair
- Anti-Aging
- Smoothing
- Brightening
- Dark Spots
- Oil Control
- Pore Refining
- Exfoliating
- Anti-Pollution
Brand price: AUD 32.90 · checked 5 Oct 2026 · on the brand's site
Compare side by side →Dupe #8
SkinCeuticals
Hyaluronic Acid Intensifier Multi-Glycan63% match
76% Attribute Match · 47% Ingredient Match
They share 5 of this product's 7 ingredients (the dupe lists 32).
Both are
- Paraben-free
- Sulfate-free
- Oil-free
- Reef-safe
Both are likely good for
- Hydrating
- Barrier Repair
- Anti-Aging
- Smoothing
- Brightening
- Oil Control
- Pore Refining
- Anti-Pollution
Brand price: USD 120.00 · checked 28 Sept 2026 · on the brand's site
Compare side by side →Dupe #9
They share 4 of this product's 7 ingredients (the dupe lists 22).
Both are
- EU-allergen-free
- Paraben-free
- Sulfate-free
- Reef-safe
Both are likely good for
- Hydrating
- Barrier Repair
- Anti-Aging
- Smoothing
- Brightening
- Dark Spots
- Oil Control
- Pore Refining
- Exfoliating
- Anti-Pollution
Brand price: USD 44.99 · checked 25 Sept 2026 · on the brand's site
Compare side by side →Dupe #10
They share 4 of this product's 7 ingredients (the dupe lists 19).
Both are
- Fragrance-free
- EU-allergen-free
- Paraben-free
- Silicone-free
- Sulfate-free
- Pore-clogger-free
- Oil-free
- Reef-safe
Both are likely good for
- Hydrating
- Barrier Repair
- Anti-Aging
- Smoothing
- Brightening
- Dark Spots
- Oil Control
- Pore Refining
- Exfoliating
- Anti-Pollution
Brand price: USD 150.00 · checked 28 Sept 2026 · on the brand's site
Compare side by side →Dupe #11
They share 5 of this product's 7 ingredients (the dupe lists 25).
Both are
- Fragrance-free
- EU-allergen-free
- Paraben-free
- Silicone-free
- Sulfate-free
- Pore-clogger-free
- Oil-free
- Reef-safe
Both are likely good for
- Hydrating
- Barrier Repair
- Anti-Aging
- Smoothing
- Brightening
- Dark Spots
- Oil Control
- Pore Refining
- Exfoliating
- Anti-Pollution
Brand price: INR 494.00 · checked 26 Sept 2026 · on the brand's site
Compare side by side →Dupe #12
They share 4 of this product's 7 ingredients (the dupe lists 29).
Both are
- EU-allergen-free
- Paraben-free
- Sulfate-free
- Oil-free
- Reef-safe
Both are likely good for
- Hydrating
- Barrier Repair
- Anti-Aging
- Smoothing
- Brightening
- Dark Spots
- Oil Control
- Pore Refining
- Exfoliating
- Anti-Pollution
Brand price: USD 44.99 · checked 25 Sept 2026 · on the brand's site
Compare side by side →Dupe #13
They share 4 of this product's 7 ingredients (the dupe lists 18).
Both are
- Fragrance-free
- EU-allergen-free
- Paraben-free
- Silicone-free
- Sulfate-free
- Oil-free
- Reef-safe
Both are likely good for
- Hydrating
- Barrier Repair
- Anti-Aging
- Smoothing
- Brightening
- Dark Spots
- Exfoliating
- Anti-Pollution
Brand price: USD 185.00 · checked 28 Sept 2026 · on the brand's site
Compare side by side →Dupe #14
SkinCeuticals
Daytime Vitamin C Serum for Sensitive Skin61% match
67% Attribute Match · 46% Ingredient Match
They share 3 of this product's 7 ingredients.
Both are
- Fragrance-free
- EU-allergen-free
- Paraben-free
- Silicone-free
- Sulfate-free
- Fungal-acne-safe
- Pore-clogger-free
- Oil-free
- Reef-safe
Both are likely good for
- Hydrating
- Barrier Repair
- Anti-Aging
- Brightening
- Dark Spots
- Anti-Pollution
Brand price: USD 85.00 · checked 28 Sept 2026 · on the brand's site
Compare side by side →Dupe #15
La Roche-Posay
Vitamin C12 Oil Control Serum For Oily Skin60% match
83% Attribute Match · 39% Ingredient Match
They share 3 of this product's 7 ingredients (the dupe lists 15).
Both are
- EU-allergen-free
- Paraben-free
- Silicone-free
- Sulfate-free
- Oil-free
- Reef-safe
Both are likely good for
- Hydrating
- Barrier Repair
- Anti-Aging
- Smoothing
- Brightening
- Dark Spots
- Oil Control
- Pore Refining
- Exfoliating
- Anti-Pollution
Brand price: USD 44.99 · checked 25 Sept 2026 · on the brand's site
Compare side by side →Dupe #16
They share 3 of this product's 7 ingredients (the dupe lists 14).
Both are
- Fragrance-free
- EU-allergen-free
- Paraben-free
- Silicone-free
- Sulfate-free
- Reef-safe
Both are likely good for
- Hydrating
- Barrier Repair
- Anti-Aging
- Smoothing
- Brightening
- Dark Spots
- Oil Control
- Pore Refining
- Exfoliating
- Anti-Pollution
Brand price: USD 115.00 · checked 28 Sept 2026 · on the brand's site
Compare side by side →Dupe #17
Plum
2% Encapsulated Salicylic Acid Face Serum For Acne-Prone Skin60% match
82% Attribute Match · 39% Ingredient Match
They share 4 of this product's 7 ingredients (the dupe lists 20).
Both are
- Fragrance-free
- EU-allergen-free
- Paraben-free
- Silicone-free
- Sulfate-free
- Fungal-acne-safe
- Pore-clogger-free
- Oil-free
- Reef-safe
Both are likely good for
- Hydrating
- Barrier Repair
- Smoothing
- Brightening
- Dark Spots
- Oil Control
- Pore Refining
- Exfoliating
- Anti-Pollution
Brand price: INR 225.00 · checked 28 Sept 2026 · on the brand's site
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