Compare Products: PDRN Hyaluronic Acid 100 Cream vs The Niacinamide 15 Serum

COSRX

The Niacinamide 15 Serum

Mid-range15%
$25 / 20ml — $1.25/ml

Who It's Designed For

Anua
  • Those seeking intense multi-layer hydration
  • Users curious about PDRN skin repair benefits in a moisturizer
  • Sensitive skin types needing a fragrance-free hydrating cream
  • People with dehydrated skin looking for barrier support
  • K-beauty enthusiasts interested in the PDRN ingredient trend
COSRX
  • Oily and acne-prone skin seeking serious oil control
  • Post-acne marks and hyperpigmentation
  • Enlarged pores and textured skin
  • Users ready to step up from 10% to higher-strength niacinamide
  • Those who prefer minimal-ingredient formulas

Key Ingredients

Anua

Sodium DNA (PDRN), 8 types of Hyaluronic Acid, Ceramide NP, Panthenol, Squalane

COSRX

Niacinamide (15%), Acetyl Glucosamine (2%), Zinc PCA (1%), Allantoin (0.1%)

Product Composition

38% similarity (17 ingredients in common)

Shared Ingredients
waterglycerinbutylene glycolcetyl ethylhexanoate12-hexanediolsodium dnasodium hyaluronatesodium acetylated hyaluronatehydrolyzed sodium hyaluronatesodium hyaluronate crosspolymerallantointocopherolxanthan gumethylhexylglycerindisodium edtapolyglyceryl-10 laurate
Only in Anua (22)
cetearyl alcoholmethylpropanediolglyceryl stearatehydrogenated lecithinceramide nppanthenolsqualanehydrolyzed hyaluronic acidhyaluronic acidhydroxypropyltrimonium hyaluronatepotassium hyaluronatebeta-glucandipotassium glycyrrhizatecaprylic/capric triglyceridehydroxyethyl ureacarbomertromethaminecaprylyl glycolcetearyl olivatesorbitan olivatedimethiconestearic acid
Only in COSRX (6)
pentylene glycolniacinamidezinc pcatrehalosepullulancitric acid

User Feedback Patterns

Anua
Deep hydration without heaviness

Users report the cream provides substantial hydration while maintaining a comfortable, non-greasy texture. Popular for dehydrated and combination skin types.

Gentle on sensitive skin

Multiple reviewers with sensitive or reactive skin note no irritation. The fragrance-free formula is well tolerated.

PDRN trend appeal

Many users purchased this specifically for the PDRN ingredient, drawn by the trend from Korean dermatology. Expectations vary; some hope for injectable-level results from a topical.

Plumping effect

Users frequently mention a plumping effect, likely from the multi-weight hyaluronic acid complex rather than the PDRN component.

COSRX
Oil control standout

Users consistently report significant reduction in daytime oil and shine. Many describe it as the best niacinamide serum they have tried for sebum control.

Lightweight texture praised

Unlike some high-concentration serums, this absorbs quickly without tackiness or residue. Layers well under other products.

Small bottle concern

The 20ml size (vs. 30ml standard) is a common gripe, especially given the price point.

Pore improvement takes time

Users report visible pore improvement around the 3-4 week mark with consistent twice-daily use.

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