Compare Products: NAD+ Peptide Boosting Serum vs The Glow Maker

Maelove

The Glow Maker

Mid-range
$32.95 / 30ml — $1.10/ml

Who It's Designed For

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
Maelove
  • Those seeking potent antioxidant protection at an accessible price
  • Users looking for a SkinCeuticals CE Ferulic alternative
  • People targeting photodamage, dark spots, and uneven skin tone
  • Those who want the proven L-ascorbic acid + E + ferulic acid combination
  • Users comfortable with active L-ascorbic acid formulas

Key Ingredients

EQQUALBERRY

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

Maelove

15% L-Ascorbic Acid, Vitamin E (Tocopherol), Ferulic Acid, Hyaluronic Acid

Product Composition

14% similarity (8 ingredients in common)

Shared Ingredients
waterglycerinpanthenolcarbomerethylhexylglycerindisodium edtadipropylene glycolsodium hyaluronate
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butylene glycolcetyl ethylhexanoate12-hexanediolniacinamidehydrogenated lecithinpentaerythrityl tetrabehenatebetainediethoxyethyl succinateceramide nphydroxyethyl ureacetearyl alcoholsqualanebutyrospermum parkii (shea) buttertromethaminexanthan gumallantoinnicotinamide adenine dinucleotideadenosinenicotinamide mononucleotidecyanocobalamin23-butanediolcaprylyl glycolrubus fruticosus (blackberry) fruit extractvaccinium macrocarpon (cranberry) fruit extractvaccinium angustifolium (blueberry) fruit extractrubus idaeus (raspberry) fruit extractsambucus nigra fruit extractpunica granatum fruit extractpolyglyceryl-10 laurateoctyldodecanolpolyglyceryl-4 caprateglyceryl stearatemethylpropanediolcopper tripeptide-1acetyl hexapeptide-8palmitoyl pentapeptide-4
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ethoxydiglycoll-ascorbic acidferulic acidtocopherolphenoxyethanoltriethanolaminehydroxypropyl cyclodextrincamellia sinensis leaf extractzingiber officinale (ginger) root extractchamomilla recutita (matricaria) flower extractrosmarinus officinalis (rosemary) leaf extractglycyrrhiza glabra (licorice) root extractvitis vinifera (grape) seed extract

User Feedback Patterns

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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.

Maelove
Effective SkinCeuticals alternative

The most common theme in reviews is the comparison to SkinCeuticals CE Ferulic. Users report similar brightening and glow results at roughly one-sixth the price.

Visible brightening within weeks

Many users report noticeable improvement in skin brightness, dark spots, and overall glow within 2-4 weeks of daily morning use.

Slight tackiness on application

Some users note a slightly tacky feel as the serum dries. This resolves once subsequent products (moisturizer, sunscreen) are applied.

Oxidation over time

Users report the serum darkens over time, especially in warmer climates or if not stored properly. The 30ml size helps ensure the bottle is used before significant oxidation occurs.

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