Dupes for 2% Salicylic Acid Serum for Active Acne
by The Derma Co · Serum
30 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
The Derma Co
2% Salicylic Acid Face Serum for Active Acne80% match
91% Attribute Match · 69% Ingredient Match
They share 11 of this product's 15 ingredients (the dupe lists 21).
Both are
- Fragrance-free
- EU-allergen-free
- Alcohol-free
- Paraben-free
- Silicone-free
- Sulfate-free
- Pore-clogger-free
- Oil-free
- Reef-safe
Both are likely good for
- Hydrating
- Barrier Repair
- Reduces Irritation
- Redness Reducing
- Smoothing
- Acne Fighting
- Oil Control
- Pore Refining
- Exfoliating
- Anti-Pollution
Brand price: INR 549.00 · checked 5 Oct 2026 · on the brand's site
Compare side by side →Dupe #2
Mamaearth
Skin Correct Face Serum for Acne Marks & Scars71% match
83% Attribute Match · 57% Ingredient Match
They share 8 of this product's 15 ingredients (the dupe lists 17).
Both are
- Alcohol-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
- Reduces Irritation
- Redness Reducing
- Smoothing
- 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 #3
The Derma Co
10% Niacinamide Face Serum with 2% Zinc PCA71% match
83% Attribute Match · 57% Ingredient Match
They share 9 of this product's 15 ingredients (the dupe lists 17).
Both are
- Fragrance-free
- EU-allergen-free
- Alcohol-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
- Reduces Irritation
- Redness Reducing
- Smoothing
- 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 #4
They share 7 of this product's 15 ingredients (the dupe lists 13).
Both are
- Fragrance-free
- EU-allergen-free
- Alcohol-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
- Reduces Irritation
- Redness Reducing
- Smoothing
- 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
Rosehip Face Serum with Rosehip & Gotu Kola for Glowing Skin68% match
83% Attribute Match · 52% Ingredient Match
They share 7 of this product's 15 ingredients (the dupe lists 16).
Both are
- EU-allergen-free
- Alcohol-free
- Paraben-free
- Silicone-free
- Sulfate-free
- Pore-clogger-free
- Reef-safe
Both are likely good for
- Hydrating
- Barrier Repair
- Reduces Irritation
- Redness Reducing
- Smoothing
- 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 #6
Mamaearth
Tea Tree Face Serum for Acne and Pimples68% match
88% Attribute Match · 50% Ingredient Match
They share 7 of this product's 15 ingredients (the dupe lists 13).
Both are
- EU-allergen-free
- Alcohol-free
- Paraben-free
- Silicone-free
- Sulfate-free
- Pore-clogger-free
- Oil-free
- Reef-safe
Both are likely good for
- Hydrating
- Barrier Repair
- Reduces Irritation
- Redness Reducing
- Smoothing
- Acne Fighting
- Oil Control
- Pore Refining
- Exfoliating
- Antioxidant
- Anti-Pollution
Brand price: INR 599.00 · checked 6 Oct 2026 · on the brand's site
Compare side by side →Dupe #7
The Derma Co
Sali-Cinamide Anti-Acne Serum with 2% Salicylic Acid & 5% Niacinamide67% match
75% Attribute Match · 54% Ingredient Match
They share 10 of this product's 15 ingredients (the dupe lists 26).
Both are
- Fragrance-free
- EU-allergen-free
- Alcohol-free
- Paraben-free
- Silicone-free
- Sulfate-free
- Pore-clogger-free
- Oil-free
- Reef-safe
Both are likely good for
- Hydrating
- Barrier Repair
- Redness Reducing
- Smoothing
- Acne Fighting
- Oil Control
- Pore Refining
- Exfoliating
- Anti-Pollution
Brand price: INR 599.00 · checked 28 Sept 2026 · on the brand's site
Compare side by side →Dupe #8
Plum
2% Encapsulated Salicylic Acid Face Serum For Acne-Prone Skin66% match
78% Attribute Match · 51% Ingredient Match
They share 9 of this product's 15 ingredients (the dupe lists 20).
Both are
- Fragrance-free
- EU-allergen-free
- Alcohol-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
- Redness Reducing
- Smoothing
- Acne Fighting
- Oil Control
- Pore Refining
- Exfoliating
- Anti-Pollution
Brand price: INR 225.00 · checked 28 Sept 2026 · on the brand's site
Compare side by side →Dupe #9
They share 11 of this product's 15 ingredients (the dupe lists 43).
Both are
- Fragrance-free
- EU-allergen-free
- Alcohol-free
- Paraben-free
- Silicone-free
- Sulfate-free
- Pore-clogger-free
- Oil-free
- Reef-safe
Both are likely good for
- Hydrating
- Barrier Repair
- Reduces Irritation
- Redness Reducing
- Smoothing
- Acne Fighting
- Oil Control
- Pore Refining
- Exfoliating
- Anti-Pollution
Brand price: INR 550.00 · checked 28 Sept 2026 · on the brand's site
Compare side by side →Dupe #10
The Derma Co
5% Niacinamide Daily Face Serum with Alpha Arbutin & Multivitamin64% match
83% Attribute Match · 44% Ingredient Match
They share 7 of this product's 15 ingredients (the dupe lists 26).
Both are
- Fragrance-free
- EU-allergen-free
- Alcohol-free
- Paraben-free
- Silicone-free
- Sulfate-free
- Pore-clogger-free
- Oil-free
- Reef-safe
Both are likely good for
- Hydrating
- Barrier Repair
- Reduces Irritation
- Redness Reducing
- Smoothing
- Acne Fighting
- Oil Control
- Pore Refining
- Antioxidant
- Anti-Pollution
Brand price: INR 499.00 · checked 28 Sept 2026 · on the brand's site
Compare side by side →Dupe #11
They share 6 of this product's 15 ingredients (the dupe lists 11).
Both are
- Fragrance-free
- EU-allergen-free
- Alcohol-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
- Reduces Irritation
- Redness Reducing
- Smoothing
- Exfoliating
- Anti-Pollution
Brand price: EUR 11.80 · checked 8 Oct 2026 · on the brand's site
Compare side by side →Dupe #12
The Derma Co
10% Cica-Glow Face Serum with Tranexamic Acid & Kojic Acid63% match
88% Attribute Match · 43% Ingredient Match
They share 7 of this product's 15 ingredients (the dupe lists 24).
Both are
- Fragrance-free
- EU-allergen-free
- Alcohol-free
- Paraben-free
- Silicone-free
- Sulfate-free
- Pore-clogger-free
- Oil-free
- Reef-safe
Both are likely good for
- Hydrating
- Barrier Repair
- Reduces Irritation
- Redness Reducing
- Smoothing
- Acne Fighting
- Oil Control
- Pore Refining
- Exfoliating
- Antioxidant
- Anti-Pollution
Brand price: INR 599.00 · checked 28 Sept 2026 · on the brand's site
Compare side by side →Dupe #13
The Derma Co
Pore Minimizing Face Serum with 4% Niacinamide63% match
75% Attribute Match · 46% Ingredient Match
They share 7 of this product's 15 ingredients (the dupe lists 16).
Both are
- Fragrance-free
- EU-allergen-free
- Alcohol-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
- Redness Reducing
- Smoothing
- Acne Fighting
- 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 #14
They share 10 of this product's 15 ingredients (the dupe lists 32).
Both are
- Fragrance-free
- EU-allergen-free
- Alcohol-free
- Paraben-free
- Silicone-free
- Sulfate-free
- Pore-clogger-free
- Oil-free
- Reef-safe
Both are likely good for
- Hydrating
- Barrier Repair
- Reduces Irritation
- Redness Reducing
- Smoothing
- 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 #15
They share 8 of this product's 15 ingredients (the dupe lists 26).
Both are
- Fragrance-free
- EU-allergen-free
- Alcohol-free
- Paraben-free
- Silicone-free
- Sulfate-free
- Oil-free
- Reef-safe
Both are likely good for
- Hydrating
- Barrier Repair
- Smoothing
- Acne Fighting
- Oil Control
- Pore Refining
- Exfoliating
- Antioxidant
- Anti-Pollution
Brand price: USD 8.10 · checked 25 Sept 2026 · on the brand's site
Compare side by side →Dupe #16
They share 9 of this product's 15 ingredients (the dupe lists 32).
Both are
- Fragrance-free
- EU-allergen-free
- Alcohol-free
- Paraben-free
- Silicone-free
- Sulfate-free
- Pore-clogger-free
- Oil-free
- Reef-safe
Both are likely good for
- Hydrating
- Barrier Repair
- Reduces Irritation
- Redness Reducing
- Smoothing
- Acne Fighting
- Oil Control
- Pore Refining
- Exfoliating
- Anti-Pollution
Brand price: INR 649.00 · checked 28 Sept 2026 · on the brand's site
Compare side by side →Dupe #17
They share 7 of this product's 15 ingredients (the dupe lists 25).
Both are
- Fragrance-free
- EU-allergen-free
- Alcohol-free
- Paraben-free
- Silicone-free
- Sulfate-free
- Pore-clogger-free
- Oil-free
- Reef-safe
Both are likely good for
- Hydrating
- Barrier Repair
- Reduces Irritation
- Redness Reducing
- Smoothing
- Acne Fighting
- Oil Control
- Pore Refining
- Exfoliating
- Antioxidant
- Anti-Pollution
Brand price: INR 494.00 · checked 26 Sept 2026 · on the brand's site
Compare side by side →Dupe #18
They share 6 of this product's 15 ingredients (the dupe lists 14).
Both are
- Fragrance-free
- EU-allergen-free
- Alcohol-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
- Reduces Irritation
- Redness Reducing
- Smoothing
- Exfoliating
- Antioxidant
- Anti-Pollution
Brand price: EUR 12.00 · checked 8 Oct 2026 · on the brand's site
Compare side by side →Dupe #19
SkinCeuticals
Cell Cycle Catalyst™ Anti-Aging Serum61% match
73% Attribute Match · 45% Ingredient Match
They share 5 of this product's 15 ingredients (the dupe lists 13).
Both are
- Fragrance-free
- EU-allergen-free
- Alcohol-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
- Acne Fighting
- 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 #20
They share 8 of this product's 15 ingredients (the dupe lists 33).
Both are
- Fragrance-free
- EU-allergen-free
- Alcohol-free
- Paraben-free
- Silicone-free
- Sulfate-free
- Pore-clogger-free
- Oil-free
- Reef-safe
Both are likely good for
- Hydrating
- Barrier Repair
- Smoothing
- Acne Fighting
- Oil Control
- Pore Refining
- Exfoliating
- Anti-Pollution
Brand price: USD 8.28 · checked 25 Sept 2026 · on the brand's site
Compare side by side →Dupe #21
They share 8 of this product's 15 ingredients (the dupe lists 34).
Both are
- Fragrance-free
- EU-allergen-free
- Alcohol-free
- Paraben-free
- Silicone-free
- Sulfate-free
- Pore-clogger-free
- Oil-free
- Reef-safe
Both are likely good for
- Hydrating
- Barrier Repair
- Reduces Irritation
- Redness Reducing
- Smoothing
- Acne Fighting
- Oil Control
- Pore Refining
- Exfoliating
- Anti-Pollution
Brand price: INR 400.00 · checked 5 Oct 2026 · on the brand's site
Compare side by side →Dupe #22
Pilgrim
15% Vitamin C Face Serum For Advanced Brightness61% match
88% Attribute Match · 38% Ingredient Match
They share 7 of this product's 15 ingredients (the dupe lists 25).
Both are
- Fragrance-free
- EU-allergen-free
- Alcohol-free
- Paraben-free
- Silicone-free
- Sulfate-free
- Pore-clogger-free
- Oil-free
- Reef-safe
Both are likely good for
- Hydrating
- Barrier Repair
- Reduces Irritation
- Redness Reducing
- Smoothing
- Acne Fighting
- Oil Control
- Pore Refining
- Exfoliating
- Antioxidant
- Anti-Pollution
Brand price: INR 595.00 · checked 28 Sept 2026 · on the brand's site
Compare side by side →Dupe #23
Drunk Elephant
T.L.C. Framboos™ Glycolic Resurfacing Night Serum61% match
85% Attribute Match · 40% Ingredient Match
They share 9 of this product's 15 ingredients (the dupe lists 36).
Both are
- Fragrance-free
- EU-allergen-free
- Alcohol-free
- Paraben-free
- Silicone-free
- Sulfate-free
- Pore-clogger-free
- Reef-safe
Both are likely good for
- Hydrating
- Barrier Repair
- Reduces Irritation
- Redness Reducing
- Smoothing
- Acne Fighting
- Oil Control
- Pore Refining
- Exfoliating
- Antioxidant
- Anti-Pollution
Brand price: USD 90.00 · checked 8 Oct 2026 · on the brand's site
Compare side by side →Dupe #24
Pilgrim
10% Niacinamide Face Serum With 1% Zinc PCA61% match
88% Attribute Match · 38% Ingredient Match
They share 6 of this product's 15 ingredients (the dupe lists 20).
Both are
- Fragrance-free
- EU-allergen-free
- Alcohol-free
- Paraben-free
- Silicone-free
- Sulfate-free
- Pore-clogger-free
- Oil-free
- Reef-safe
Both are likely good for
- Hydrating
- Barrier Repair
- Reduces Irritation
- Redness Reducing
- Smoothing
- 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 #25
Mamaearth
Rice Water Dewy Active Serum With Rice Water & 10% Niacinamide For Glass Skin61% match
83% Attribute Match · 39% Ingredient Match
They share 5 of this product's 15 ingredients (the dupe lists 16).
Both are
- Fragrance-free
- EU-allergen-free
- Alcohol-free
- Paraben-free
- Silicone-free
- Sulfate-free
- Pore-clogger-free
- Oil-free
- Reef-safe
Both are likely good for
- Hydrating
- Barrier Repair
- Reduces Irritation
- Redness Reducing
- Smoothing
- 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 #26
They share 5 of this product's 15 ingredients (the dupe lists 12).
Both are
- Fragrance-free
- EU-allergen-free
- Alcohol-free
- Paraben-free
- Silicone-free
- Sulfate-free
- Pore-clogger-free
- Oil-free
- Reef-safe
Both are likely good for
- Hydrating
- Barrier Repair
- Smoothing
- Acne Fighting
- Oil Control
- Pore Refining
- Exfoliating
- Anti-Pollution
Brand price: USD 6.03 · checked 25 Sept 2026 · on the brand's site
Compare side by side →Dupe #27
Deconstruct
Oil Control Serum with 3% Niacinamide & 2% Salicylic Acid With Liposomal Technology60% match
85% Attribute Match · 39% Ingredient Match
They share 7 of this product's 15 ingredients (the dupe lists 38).
Both are
- Fragrance-free
- EU-allergen-free
- Alcohol-free
- Paraben-free
- Silicone-free
- Sulfate-free
- Pore-clogger-free
- Oil-free
- Reef-safe
Both are likely good for
- Hydrating
- Barrier Repair
- Reduces Irritation
- Redness Reducing
- Smoothing
- Acne Fighting
- Oil Control
- Pore Refining
- Exfoliating
- Antioxidant
- Anti-Pollution
Brand price: INR 599.00 · checked 5 Oct 2026 · on the brand's site
Compare side by side →Dupe #28
They share 6 of this product's 15 ingredients (the dupe lists 18).
Both are
- Fragrance-free
- EU-allergen-free
- Alcohol-free
- Paraben-free
- Silicone-free
- Sulfate-free
- Oil-free
- Reef-safe
Both are likely good for
- Hydrating
- Barrier Repair
- Reduces Irritation
- Redness Reducing
- Smoothing
- Exfoliating
- Antioxidant
- Anti-Pollution
Brand price: USD 185.00 · checked 28 Sept 2026 · on the brand's site
Compare side by side →Dupe #29
Pilgrim
Salicylic Acid & Niacinamide Oil Control Serum60% match
88% Attribute Match · 37% Ingredient Match
They share 6 of this product's 15 ingredients (the dupe lists 23).
Both are
- EU-allergen-free
- Alcohol-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
- Reduces Irritation
- Redness Reducing
- Smoothing
- Acne Fighting
- Oil Control
- Pore Refining
- Exfoliating
- Antioxidant
- Anti-Pollution
Brand price: INR 305.00 · checked 5 Oct 2026 · on the brand's site
Compare side by side →Dupe #30
They share 7 of this product's 15 ingredients (the dupe lists 28).
Both are
- Fragrance-free
- EU-allergen-free
- Alcohol-free
- Paraben-free
- Silicone-free
- Sulfate-free
- Pore-clogger-free
- Oil-free
- Reef-safe
Both are likely good for
- Hydrating
- Barrier Repair
- Reduces Irritation
- Redness Reducing
- Smoothing
- Acne Fighting
- Oil Control
- Pore Refining
- Exfoliating
- Antioxidant
- Anti-Pollution
Brand price: USD 38.00 · checked 8 Oct 2026 · on the brand's site
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