Dupes for Niacinamide Peptides
by Medik8 · Serum
28 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
Neutrogena
Collagen Bank Laser Perfecting Face Serum66% match
100% Attribute Match · 43% Ingredient Match
They share 10 of this product's 30 ingredients (the dupe lists 23).
Both are
- Fragrance-free
- EU-allergen-free
- Alcohol-free
- Paraben-free
- Sulfate-free
- Reef-safe
Compare side by side →Both are likely good for
- Hydrating
- Barrier Repair
- Reduces Irritation
- Redness Reducing
- Smoothing
- Brightening
- Dark Spots
- Even Tone
- Acne Fighting
- Oil Control
- Pore Refining
- Exfoliating
- Antioxidant
- Anti-Pollution
Dupe #2
COSRX
The Alpha-Arbutin 2 Discoloration Care Serum66% match
100% Attribute Match · 42% Ingredient Match
They share 12 of this product's 30 ingredients (the dupe lists 38).
Both are
- Fragrance-free
- EU-allergen-free
- Paraben-free
- Sulfate-free
- Reef-safe
- Cruelty-free
Both are likely good for
- Hydrating
- Barrier Repair
- Reduces Irritation
- Redness Reducing
- Smoothing
- Brightening
- Dark Spots
- Even Tone
- Acne Fighting
- Oil Control
- Pore Refining
- Exfoliating
- Antioxidant
- Anti-Pollution
Brand price: USD 25.00 · checked 25 Sept 2026 · on the brand's site
Compare side by side →Dupe #3
They share 10 of this product's 30 ingredients (the dupe lists 18).
Both are
- Fragrance-free
- EU-allergen-free
- Alcohol-free
- Paraben-free
- Sulfate-free
- Reef-safe
Compare side by side →Both are likely good for
- Hydrating
- Barrier Repair
- Reduces Irritation
- Redness Reducing
- Smoothing
- Brightening
- Dark Spots
- Even Tone
- Acne Fighting
- Oil Control
- Pore Refining
- Antioxidant
- Anti-Pollution
Dupe #4
They share 8 of this product's 30 ingredients (the dupe lists 13).
Both are
- Fragrance-free
- EU-allergen-free
- Alcohol-free
- Paraben-free
- Sulfate-free
- Reef-safe
Both are likely good for
- Hydrating
- Barrier Repair
- Reduces Irritation
- Redness Reducing
- Smoothing
- Brightening
- Dark Spots
- Even Tone
- Acne Fighting
- Oil Control
- Pore Refining
- Exfoliating
- Anti-Pollution
Brand price: INR 210.00 · checked 28 Sept 2026 · on the brand's site
Compare side by side →Dupe #5
Mamaearth
Skin Correct Face Serum for Acne Marks & Scars65% match
96% Attribute Match · 41% Ingredient Match
They share 9 of this product's 30 ingredients (the dupe lists 17).
Both are
- Alcohol-free
- Paraben-free
- Sulfate-free
- Reef-safe
- Cruelty-free
Both are likely good for
- Hydrating
- Barrier Repair
- Reduces Irritation
- Redness Reducing
- Smoothing
- Brightening
- Dark Spots
- Even Tone
- Acne Fighting
- Oil Control
- Pore Refining
- Exfoliating
- Anti-Pollution
Brand price: INR 349.00 · checked 6 Oct 2026 · on the brand's site
Compare side by side →Dupe #6
They share 9 of this product's 30 ingredients (the dupe lists 22).
Both are
- Fragrance-free
- EU-allergen-free
- Alcohol-free
- Paraben-free
- Sulfate-free
- Reef-safe
Compare side by side →Both are likely good for
- Hydrating
- Barrier Repair
- Reduces Irritation
- Redness Reducing
- Smoothing
- Brightening
- Dark Spots
- Even Tone
- Acne Fighting
- Oil Control
- Pore Refining
- Antioxidant
- Anti-Pollution
Dupe #7
La Roche-Posay
Mela B3 Dark Spot Serum With Melasyl™ + Niacinamide64% match
97% Attribute Match · 39% Ingredient Match
They share 11 of this product's 30 ingredients (the dupe lists 32).
Both are
- EU-allergen-free
- Alcohol-free
- Paraben-free
- Sulfate-free
- Reef-safe
- Vegan
Both are likely good for
- Hydrating
- Barrier Repair
- Reduces Irritation
- Redness Reducing
- Smoothing
- Brightening
- Dark Spots
- Even Tone
- Acne Fighting
- Oil Control
- Pore Refining
- Exfoliating
- Antioxidant
- Anti-Pollution
Brand price: USD 60.99 · checked 25 Sept 2026 · on the brand's site
Compare side by side →Dupe #8
Mamaearth
Rice Water Dewy Active Serum With Rice Water & 10% Niacinamide For Glass Skin63% match
96% Attribute Match · 39% Ingredient Match
They share 8 of this product's 30 ingredients (the dupe lists 16).
Both are
- Fragrance-free
- EU-allergen-free
- Alcohol-free
- Paraben-free
- Sulfate-free
- Reef-safe
- Cruelty-free
Both are likely good for
- Hydrating
- Barrier Repair
- Reduces Irritation
- Redness Reducing
- Smoothing
- Brightening
- Dark Spots
- Even Tone
- Acne Fighting
- Oil Control
- Pore Refining
- Exfoliating
- Anti-Pollution
Brand price: INR 219.00 · checked 5 Oct 2026 · on the brand's site
Compare side by side →Dupe #9
The Derma Co
10% Niacinamide Face Serum with 2% Zinc PCA63% match
96% Attribute Match · 39% Ingredient Match
They share 9 of this product's 30 ingredients (the dupe lists 17).
Both are
- Fragrance-free
- EU-allergen-free
- Alcohol-free
- Paraben-free
- Sulfate-free
- Reef-safe
Both are likely good for
- Hydrating
- Barrier Repair
- Reduces Irritation
- Redness Reducing
- Smoothing
- Brightening
- Dark Spots
- Even Tone
- Acne Fighting
- Oil Control
- Pore Refining
- Exfoliating
- Anti-Pollution
Brand price: INR 849.00 · checked 28 Sept 2026 · on the brand's site
Compare side by side →Dupe #10
Mamaearth
Rosehip Face Serum with Rosehip & Gotu Kola for Glowing Skin63% match
96% Attribute Match · 39% Ingredient Match
They share 8 of this product's 30 ingredients (the dupe lists 16).
Both are
- EU-allergen-free
- Alcohol-free
- Paraben-free
- Sulfate-free
- Reef-safe
- Cruelty-free
Both are likely good for
- Hydrating
- Barrier Repair
- Reduces Irritation
- Redness Reducing
- Smoothing
- Brightening
- Dark Spots
- Even Tone
- Acne Fighting
- Oil Control
- Pore Refining
- Exfoliating
- Anti-Pollution
Brand price: INR 499.00 · checked 6 Oct 2026 · on the brand's site
Compare side by side →Dupe #11
They share 11 of this product's 30 ingredients (the dupe lists 46).
Both are
- Fragrance-free
- EU-allergen-free
- Alcohol-free
- Paraben-free
- Sulfate-free
- Reef-safe
- Cruelty-free
Compare side by side →Both are likely good for
- Hydrating
- Barrier Repair
- Reduces Irritation
- Redness Reducing
- Smoothing
- Brightening
- Dark Spots
- Even Tone
- Acne Fighting
- Oil Control
- Pore Refining
- Exfoliating
- Antioxidant
- Anti-Pollution
Dupe #12
They share 9 of this product's 30 ingredients (the dupe lists 36).
Both are
- EU-allergen-free
- Alcohol-free
- Paraben-free
- Sulfate-free
- Reef-safe
- Cruelty-free
Both are likely good for
- Hydrating
- Barrier Repair
- Reduces Irritation
- Redness Reducing
- Smoothing
- Brightening
- Dark Spots
- Even Tone
- Acne Fighting
- Oil Control
- Pore Refining
- Antioxidant
- Anti-Pollution
Brand price: USD 39.99 · checked 5 Oct 2026 · on the brand's site
Compare side by side →Dupe #13
Dot & Key
10% Vitamin C + E Face Serum with 5% Niacinamide62% match
100% Attribute Match · 35% Ingredient Match
They share 10 of this product's 30 ingredients (the dupe lists 31).
Both are
- Fragrance-free
- Alcohol-free
- Paraben-free
- Sulfate-free
- Reef-safe
- Vegan
- Cruelty-free
Both are likely good for
- Hydrating
- Barrier Repair
- Reduces Irritation
- Redness Reducing
- Smoothing
- Brightening
- Dark Spots
- Even Tone
- Acne Fighting
- Oil Control
- Pore Refining
- Exfoliating
- Antioxidant
- Anti-Pollution
Brand price: INR 695.00 · checked 28 Sept 2026 · on the brand's site
Compare side by side →Dupe #14
They share 9 of this product's 30 ingredients (the dupe lists 28).
Both are
- Fragrance-free
- EU-allergen-free
- Alcohol-free
- Paraben-free
- Sulfate-free
- Reef-safe
- Vegan
- Cruelty-free
Both are likely good for
- Hydrating
- Barrier Repair
- Reduces Irritation
- Redness Reducing
- Smoothing
- Brightening
- Dark Spots
- Even Tone
- Acne Fighting
- Oil Control
- Pore Refining
- Exfoliating
- Antioxidant
- Anti-Pollution
Brand price: INR 300.00 · checked 5 Oct 2026 · on the brand's site
Compare side by side →Dupe #15
Pilgrim
10% Niacinamide Face Serum With 1% Zinc PCA62% match
100% Attribute Match · 35% Ingredient Match
They share 8 of this product's 30 ingredients (the dupe lists 20).
Both are
- Fragrance-free
- EU-allergen-free
- Alcohol-free
- Paraben-free
- Sulfate-free
- Reef-safe
- Vegan
- Cruelty-free
Both are likely good for
- Hydrating
- Barrier Repair
- Reduces Irritation
- Redness Reducing
- Smoothing
- Brightening
- Dark Spots
- Even Tone
- Acne Fighting
- Oil Control
- Pore Refining
- Exfoliating
- Antioxidant
- Anti-Pollution
Brand price: INR 499.00 · checked 28 Sept 2026 · on the brand's site
Compare side by side →Dupe #16
They share 11 of this product's 30 ingredients (the dupe lists 40).
Both are
- Fragrance-free
- EU-allergen-free
- Alcohol-free
- Paraben-free
- Sulfate-free
- Cruelty-free
Both are likely good for
- Hydrating
- Barrier Repair
- Reduces Irritation
- Redness Reducing
- Smoothing
- Brightening
- Dark Spots
- Even Tone
- Acne Fighting
- Oil Control
- Pore Refining
- Antioxidant
- Anti-Pollution
Brand price: AUD 34.90 · checked 5 Oct 2026 · on the brand's site
Compare side by side →Dupe #17
Glad2Glow
Pdrn 10% Niacinamide 3% Txa Brightening Serum61% match
96% Attribute Match · 36% Ingredient Match
They share 11 of this product's 30 ingredients (the dupe lists 45).
Both are
- EU-allergen-free
- Alcohol-free
- Paraben-free
- Sulfate-free
- Reef-safe
Both are likely good for
- Hydrating
- Barrier Repair
- Reduces Irritation
- Redness Reducing
- Smoothing
- Brightening
- Dark Spots
- Even Tone
- Acne Fighting
- Oil Control
- Pore Refining
- Antioxidant
- Anti-Pollution
Brand price: USD 13.90 · checked 5 Oct 2026 · on the brand's site
Compare side by side →Dupe #18
They share 14 of this product's 30 ingredients (the dupe lists 31).
Both are
- Alcohol-free
- Paraben-free
- Sulfate-free
- Reef-safe
- Vegan
- Cruelty-free
Both are likely good for
- Hydrating
- Barrier Repair
- Reduces Irritation
- Smoothing
- Brightening
- Dark Spots
- Exfoliating
- Antioxidant
- Anti-Pollution
Brand price: GBP 72.00 · checked 8 Oct 2026 · on the brand's site
Compare side by side →Dupe #19
La Roche-Posay
Mela B3 Double Dose Discoloration Treatment with Melasyl™61% match
93% Attribute Match · 36% Ingredient Match
They share 11 of this product's 30 ingredients (the dupe lists 34).
Both are
- EU-allergen-free
- Paraben-free
- Sulfate-free
- Reef-safe
- Vegan
Both are likely good for
- Hydrating
- Barrier Repair
- Reduces Irritation
- Redness Reducing
- Smoothing
- Brightening
- Dark Spots
- Even Tone
- Acne Fighting
- Oil Control
- Pore Refining
- Exfoliating
- Antioxidant
- Anti-Pollution
Brand price: USD 54.99 · checked 25 Sept 2026 · on the brand's site
Compare side by side →Dupe #20
First Aid Beauty
Brighten + Glow Bronzing Drops with Niacinamide61% match
92% Attribute Match · 36% Ingredient Match
They share 7 of this product's 30 ingredients (the dupe lists 18).
Both are
- Fragrance-free
- EU-allergen-free
- Alcohol-free
- Paraben-free
- Sulfate-free
- Reef-safe
- Vegan
- Cruelty-free
Both are likely good for
- Hydrating
- Barrier Repair
- Redness Reducing
- Smoothing
- Brightening
- Dark Spots
- Even Tone
- Acne Fighting
- Oil Control
- Pore Refining
- Antioxidant
- Anti-Pollution
Brand price: USD 28.00 · checked 26 Sept 2026 · on the brand's site
Compare side by side →Dupe #21
They share 12 of this product's 30 ingredients (the dupe lists 39).
Both are
- Paraben-free
- Sulfate-free
- Reef-safe
Both are likely good for
- Hydrating
- Barrier Repair
- Redness Reducing
- Smoothing
- Brightening
- Dark Spots
- Even Tone
- Acne Fighting
- Oil Control
- Pore Refining
- Exfoliating
- Antioxidant
- Anti-Pollution
Brand price: USD 130.00 · checked 26 Sept 2026 · on the brand's site
Compare side by side →Dupe #22
They share 8 of this product's 30 ingredients (the dupe lists 23).
Both are
- Fragrance-free
- EU-allergen-free
- Alcohol-free
- Paraben-free
- Sulfate-free
- Reef-safe
Both are likely good for
- Hydrating
- Barrier Repair
- Reduces Irritation
- Redness Reducing
- Smoothing
- Brightening
- Dark Spots
- Even Tone
- Acne Fighting
- Oil Control
- Pore Refining
- Exfoliating
- Anti-Pollution
Brand price: INR 539.00 · checked 26 Sept 2026 · on the brand's site
Compare side by side →Dupe #23
They share 9 of this product's 30 ingredients (the dupe lists 33).
Both are
- Fragrance-free
- EU-allergen-free
- Alcohol-free
- Paraben-free
- Sulfate-free
- Reef-safe
- Cruelty-free
Compare side by side →Both are likely good for
- Hydrating
- Barrier Repair
- Reduces Irritation
- Redness Reducing
- Smoothing
- Brightening
- Dark Spots
- Even Tone
- Acne Fighting
- Oil Control
- Pore Refining
- Antioxidant
- Anti-Pollution
Dupe #24
They share 9 of this product's 30 ingredients (the dupe lists 22).
Both are
- EU-allergen-free
- Paraben-free
- Sulfate-free
- Reef-safe
- Vegan
Both are likely good for
- Hydrating
- Barrier Repair
- Redness Reducing
- Smoothing
- Brightening
- Dark Spots
- Even Tone
- Acne Fighting
- Oil Control
- Pore Refining
- Exfoliating
- Antioxidant
- Anti-Pollution
Brand price: USD 44.99 · checked 25 Sept 2026 · on the brand's site
Compare side by side →Dupe #25
They share 9 of this product's 30 ingredients (the dupe lists 27).
Both are
- Fragrance-free
- EU-allergen-free
- Alcohol-free
- Paraben-free
- Sulfate-free
- Reef-safe
- Cruelty-free
Both are likely good for
- Hydrating
- Barrier Repair
- Reduces Irritation
- Redness Reducing
- Smoothing
- Brightening
- Dark Spots
- Even Tone
- Acne Fighting
- Oil Control
- Pore Refining
- Exfoliating
- Antioxidant
- Anti-Pollution
Brand price: USD 53.00 · checked 8 Oct 2026 · on the brand's site
Compare side by side →Dupe #26
Kiehl's
Ultra Pure High-Potency Serum with 5.0% Niacinamide60% match
92% Attribute Match · 36% Ingredient Match
They share 5 of this product's 30 ingredients (the dupe lists 10).
Both are
- Fragrance-free
- EU-allergen-free
- Alcohol-free
- Paraben-free
- Sulfate-free
- Reef-safe
Both are likely good for
- Hydrating
- Barrier Repair
- Redness Reducing
- Smoothing
- Brightening
- Dark Spots
- Even Tone
- Acne Fighting
- Oil Control
- Pore Refining
- Antioxidant
- Anti-Pollution
Brand price: INR 3200.00 · checked 8 Oct 2026 · on the brand's site
Compare side by side →Dupe #27
Pilgrim
10% Niacinamide Face Serum With Kojic Acid & Korean Rice Water60% match
96% Attribute Match · 34% Ingredient Match
They share 8 of this product's 30 ingredients (the dupe lists 23).
Both are
- Fragrance-free
- EU-allergen-free
- Alcohol-free
- Paraben-free
- Sulfate-free
- Reef-safe
- Vegan
- Cruelty-free
Both are likely good for
- Hydrating
- Barrier Repair
- Reduces Irritation
- Redness Reducing
- Smoothing
- Brightening
- Dark Spots
- Even Tone
- Acne Fighting
- Oil Control
- Pore Refining
- Antioxidant
- Anti-Pollution
Brand price: INR 649.00 · checked 28 Sept 2026 · on the brand's site
Compare side by side →Dupe #28
They share 11 of this product's 30 ingredients (the dupe lists 43).
Both are
- Fragrance-free
- EU-allergen-free
- Alcohol-free
- Paraben-free
- Sulfate-free
- Reef-safe
- Vegan
- Cruelty-free
Both are likely good for
- Hydrating
- Barrier Repair
- Reduces Irritation
- Redness Reducing
- Smoothing
- Brightening
- Dark Spots
- Even Tone
- Acne Fighting
- Oil Control
- Pore Refining
- Antioxidant
- Anti-Pollution
Brand price: USD 19.80 · checked 25 Sept 2026 · on the brand's site
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