Compare Products: Seeking C Vitamin C Face Serum vs NAD+ Peptide Boosting Serum

Who It's Designed For

Eight Saints
  • Those who prefer natural and plant-based skincare ingredients
  • Users seeking a gentle vitamin C derivative over L-ascorbic acid
  • People who enjoy strongly scented skincare products
  • Those looking for a hydrating vitamin C serum with botanical extracts
  • Users comfortable with essential oil-containing products
EQQUALBERRY
  • Those concerned with early signs of aging and fine lines
  • Users interested in peptide-based anti-aging without retinoids
  • Sensitive skin types seeking a fragrance-free anti-aging serum
  • People looking for NAD+ based skincare for cellular renewal
  • Those who want barrier support alongside anti-aging actives

Key Ingredients

Eight Saints

Sodium Ascorbyl Phosphate, MSM (Methylsulfonylmethane), Botanical Hyaluronic Acid, Aloe Leaf Juice, Vitamin E (Tocopherol), Jojoba Oil

EQQUALBERRY

NAD+ (Nicotinamide Adenine Dinucleotide), NMN (Nicotinamide Mononucleotide), 14 Peptide Complex, 5 Ceramides, Vegan Collagen

Product Composition

10% similarity (7 ingredients in common)

Shared Ingredients
sodium ascorbyl phosphateacrylates/c10-30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymersodium hydroxideglycerinethylhexylglycerinsodium benzoatealcohol
Only in Eight Saints (25)
aquamsmbotanical hyaluronic acidaloe barbadensis leaf juicetocopherolsimmondsia chinensis (jojoba) seed oilcentella asiatica extractequisetum arvense extractgeranium maculatumtaraxacum officinale extractphenoxyethanolpotassium sorbatelitsea cubeba fruit essential oilcitrus bergamia (bergamot) peel oilcitrus limon (lemon) peel oilcitrus paradisi (grapefruit) peel oilcitrus aurantifolia (lime) oilzingiber officinale (ginger) root oilcinnamomum camphora (ho wood) oilcymbopogon flexuosus (lemongrass) oilcymbopogon nardus (citronella) oilpogostemon cablin (patchouli) oilcananga odorata (ylang ylang) flower oilcinnamomum zeylanicum (cinnamon) leaf oilcitrus aurantium amara (neroli) flower oil
Only in EQQUALBERRY (40)
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User Feedback Patterns

Eight Saints
Scent is polarizing

Users either love or dislike the strong citrus-herbaceous scent. Those who enjoy essential oils often rate it highly; fragrance-sensitive users find it overwhelming.

Skin feels hydrated and softer

Multiple reviewers note improved skin softness and hydration within the first week. The aloe, hyaluronic acid, and jojoba oil contribute to this effect.

Some users report irritation

A portion of reviewers experience stinging, redness, or irritation, likely from the essential oil blend. The cinnamon and citrus oils are common triggers.

Gradual brightening

Users who tolerate the formula report gradual brightening over several weeks. Results are described as subtle rather than dramatic.

EQQUALBERRY
Very lightweight, almost watery texture

Multiple reviewers note the serum feels very thin and watery. Some appreciate the lightness for layering; others feel it lacks substance on its own.

Gradual results over weeks

Users who report positive outcomes typically note improvements in skin hydration and firmness after 1 to 4 weeks of consistent use.

Small dropper dispenses little product

Several users complain that the dropper releases very small amounts, making application tedious for face and neck coverage.

Mixed efficacy opinions

Positive reviews praise hydration and glow. Negative reviews report feeling no difference, questioning whether the NAD+ and peptides deliver visible results at the concentrations used.

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