Compare Products: NAD+ Peptide Boosting Serum vs C15 Super Booster

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
Paula's Choice
  • Those seeking a CE Ferulic serum with added peptide benefits
  • Users who want collagen stimulation from both vitamin C and peptides
  • People who prefer mixing a vitamin C booster into their existing products
  • Prestige skincare shoppers who want the formula at Sephora
  • Users comfortable with 15% L-ascorbic acid concentration

Key Ingredients

EQQUALBERRY

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

Paula's Choice

15% L-Ascorbic Acid, Ferulic Acid, Tocopherol (Vitamin E), Peptides (Tridecapeptide-1, Palmitoyl Tripeptide-5), Sodium Hyaluronate

Product Composition

22% similarity (13 ingredients in common)

Shared Ingredients
waterglycerin12-hexanediolhydrogenated lecithinpanthenolethylhexylglycerindisodium edta2sodium hyaluronatepolyglyceryl-10 lauratecopper tripeptide-1palmitoyl pentapeptide-4
Only in EQQUALBERRY (33)
butylene glycolcetyl ethylhexanoateniacinamidepentaerythrityl tetrabehenatebetainediethoxyethyl succinateceramide nphydroxyethyl ureacetearyl alcoholsqualanecarbomerbutyrospermum parkii (shea) buttertromethaminexanthan gumallantoinnicotinamide adenine dinucleotideadenosinenicotinamide mononucleotidecyanocobalamin3-butanedioldipropylene glycolcaprylyl glycolrubus fruticosus (blackberry) fruit extractvaccinium macrocarpon (cranberry) fruit extractvaccinium angustifolium (blueberry) fruit extractrubus idaeus (raspberry) fruit extractsambucus nigra fruit extractpunica granatum fruit extractoctyldodecanolpolyglyceryl-4 caprateglyceryl stearatemethylpropanediolacetyl hexapeptide-8
Only in Paula's Choice (13)
ascorbic acidethoxydiglycolmannitolpentylene glycolbisabololdecylene glycolferulic acidoryza sativa (rice) bran extracttocopherolpolyacrylate crosspolymer-6citric acidergothioneinephenoxyethanol

User Feedback Patterns

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.

Paula's Choice
Noticeable brightening

Users consistently report visible brightening and improved skin tone within 2-4 weeks. The 15% concentration is effective for most users.

Expensive per ml

At $55 for 20ml, this is one of the priciest vitamin C serums relative to volume. Users note the small bottle size is a drawback for daily full-face use.

Freshness concerns

Multiple reviewers report receiving bottles that appear already oxidized (yellow or orange). This is a recurring complaint that the brand has acknowledged.

Mixes well with other products

The booster format is praised for flexibility. Users mix it with moisturizer, sunscreen, or other serums without issues.

Which Should You Buy?

EQQUALBERRY NAD+ Peptide Boosting Serum offers great value at a lower price point. Paula's Choice C15 Super Booster may be worth the premium if you want 15% L-Ascorbic Acid.

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