The Ordinary

Niacinamide 10 + Zinc 1 Serum for Oily Skin

$6
Paraben-Free Sulfate-Free Fragrance-Free Silicone-Free PEG Isoceteth-20

This serum pairs a high 10% dose of niacinamide with 1% zinc PCA to help calm breakouts and reduce the look of enlarged pores on oily, blemish-prone skin. It's one of The Ordinary's best-known products, valued for doing a lot with a short ingredient list. Some people notice initial redness or flushing when they first start using it, which usually settles with continued use.

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What this product does

Benefits

Why it works

Ingredient Highlights

N Niacinamide Antioxidant A vitamin B3 that fades dark spots, shrinks pores, and balances oil. Z Zinc Humectant Helps moderate oil while adding light hydration for a balanced feel.

The full formula

Full Ingredient List

Zinc PCATamarindus Indica Seed GumIsoceteth-20Dimethyl IsosorbideEthoxydiglycolWater (Aqua)Pentylene GlycolChlorphenesinNiacinamide (Vitamin B3)Xanthan gumPhenoxyethanol