Compare Products: NAD+ Peptide Boosting Serum vs Vitamin C Suspension 23% + HA Spheres 2%
Who It's Designed For
- 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
- Experienced vitamin C users who want maximum potency at minimum cost
- Those who have built tolerance to lower vitamin C concentrations
- Users willing to work with a challenging texture for strong active delivery
- Budget-conscious shoppers seeking L-ascorbic acid at 23%
- People who use vitamin C as a nighttime treatment
Key Ingredients
NAD+ (Nicotinamide Adenine Dinucleotide), NMN (Nicotinamide Mononucleotide), 14 Peptide Complex, 5 Ceramides, Vegan Collagen
23% L-Ascorbic Acid, 2% Sodium Hyaluronate (HA Spheres), Squalane
Product Composition
9% similarity (5 ingredients in common)
Only in EQQUALBERRY (41)▾
Only in The Ordinary (11)▾
User Feedback Patterns
Multiple reviewers note the serum feels very thin and watery. Some appreciate the lightness for layering; others feel it lacks substance on its own.
Users who report positive outcomes typically note improvements in skin hydration and firmness after 1 to 4 weeks of consistent use.
Several users complain that the dropper releases very small amounts, making application tedious for face and neck coverage.
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.
Nearly all first-time users report significant stinging and tingling. This subsides for most within 1-2 weeks of regular use as skin builds tolerance.
Layering anything over this product commonly causes pilling. Users have found that applying it as the last step at night or mixing with a drop of oil reduces this issue.
Users who tolerate the texture report visible brightening, improved tone, and reduced dark spots. The $8 price point makes it a cult favorite despite the application challenges.
Due to texture and pilling issues, most users reserve this for nighttime use. It does not layer well under sunscreen or makeup.
Which Should You Buy?
The Ordinary Vitamin C Suspension 23% + HA Spheres 2% offers great value at a lower price point. EQQUALBERRY NAD+ Peptide Boosting Serum may be worth the premium if you want NAD+ (Nicotinamide Adenine Dinucleotide).