Compare Products: PDRN Hyaluronic Acid 100 Cream vs SuperSolutions 20% Niacinamide Serum

The Inkey List

SuperSolutions 20% Niacinamide Serum

Budget20%
$17.99 / 30ml — $0.60/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
The Inkey List
  • Very oily skin seeking maximum oil control
  • Stubborn enlarged pores unresponsive to lower niacinamide concentrations
  • Users who have tolerated 10-15% niacinamide and want to increase strength
  • Budget-conscious users wanting clinical-strength actives
  • Those seeking exfoliating effects (20% niacinamide has mild exfoliating properties)

Key Ingredients

Anua

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

The Inkey List

Niacinamide (20%), Zinc PCA (0.5%), Squalane (3%)

Product Composition

24% similarity (11 ingredients in common)

Shared Ingredients
waterglycerinbutylene glycolsodium dnasqualanesodium hyaluronatesodium acetylated hyaluronatesodium hyaluronate crosspolymerhydroxyethyl ureaethylhexylglycerinsorbitan olivate
Only in Anua (28)
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Only in The Inkey List (7)
niacinamidephenoxyethanolbenzyl alcoholammonium acryloyldimethyltaurate/vp copolymerzinc pcapolysorbate 60dehydroacetic 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.

The Inkey List
Serious oil control

Users with very oily skin consistently report this as one of the most effective oil-control products they have tried. Many note all-day mattifying effect.

Strong but not irritating

Despite the 20% concentration, most users report no irritation. However, patch testing is frequently mentioned as important for first-time users.

Better than The Ordinary

Users who found The Ordinary's 10% niacinamide too weak or pilling-prone often prefer this. The gel texture absorbs cleanly.

Can leave white cast if overused

Some users report a white film if they apply too much. The brand addresses this: use less product and follow immediately with moisturizer.

Which Should You Buy?

The Inkey List SuperSolutions 20% Niacinamide Serum offers great value at a lower price point. Anua PDRN Hyaluronic Acid 100 Cream may be worth the premium if you want Sodium DNA (PDRN).

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