Anti-Aging Regenerative Serum Mini vs The Better B Niacinamide Serum — Lightweight Brightening & Pore‑Refining Serum that Reduces Hyperpigmentation & Boosts Radiance — Ingredient Comparison

DERMA E

Anti-Aging Regenerative Serum Mini

Serum · 33 ingredients

DERMA E's Anti-Aging Regenerative Serum Mini is a dermatologist recommended solution for combating signs of aging. Its proprietary blend of Retinol + Bakuchiol and Glycolic Acid diminishes the appearance of lines and wrinkles while minimizing visible irritations, making it ideal for sensitive skin.

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Dr. Barbara Sturm

The Better B Niacinamide Serum — Lightweight Brightening & Pore‑Refining Serum that Reduces Hyperpigmentation & Boosts Radiance

Serum · 24 ingredients

A lightweight serum formulated to target uneven texture, visible pores, and hyperpigmentation, making it well suited for combination skin. Niacinamide (Vitamin B3) works to reduce and refine the appearance of pores while promoting a more radiant complexion, while Marine Plankton Extract supports the skin barrier and boosts hydration. Panthenol (Provitamin B5) rounds out the formula with intensive moisture and soothing properties.

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How these two interact

No conflicts — safe to layer

Both are Serum products.

Retinoid+Niacinamide

Buffers retinoid irritation

At a glance

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Cruelty-free

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Price

$14

$146 less

$160

Key ingredients

Retinol

A retinoid that speeds cell turnover to smooth texture, soften lines, and clear pores.

AHA

A water-soluble acid that exfoliates the surface for smoother, brighter, more even skin.

Green Tea

An antioxidant that calms inflammation and helps regulate oil.

Vitamin E

An antioxidant that protects the barrier and supercharges vitamin C.

Glycerin (Vegetable Derived)

The workhorse humectant — simple, effective, and exceptionally well-tolerated.

Panthenol (Provitamin B5)

A barrier-repairing humectant that hydrates and calms — a sensitive-skin staple.

Glycolic Acid (AHA)

A water-soluble acid that exfoliates the surface for smoother, brighter, more even skin.

Lavandula Angustifolia (Lavender) Oil

A nourishing plant oil that softens skin and helps seal in moisture.

Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Oil

A nourishing plant oil that softens skin and helps seal in moisture.

Persea Gratissima (Avocado) Oil

A nourishing plant oil that softens skin and helps seal in moisture.

Sesamum Indicum (Sesame) Seed Oil

A nourishing plant oil that softens skin and helps seal in moisture.

Salvia Officinalis (Sage) Oil

A nourishing plant oil that softens skin and helps seal in moisture.

Mentha Viridis (Spearmint) Leaf Oil

A nourishing plant oil that softens skin and helps seal in moisture.

Niacinamide

Panthenol (Provitamin B5)

A barrier-repairing humectant that hydrates and calms — a sensitive-skin staple.

Ectoin

A microbe-derived “extremolyte” that shields the skin barrier from environmental stress — pollution, UV, dryness — while locking in moisture.

Glycerin

The workhorse humectant — simple, effective, and exceptionally well-tolerated.

Prunus Armeniaca (Apricot) Kernel Oil

A nourishing plant oil that softens skin and helps seal in moisture.

Panthenol (B5)

A barrier-repairing humectant that hydrates and calms — a sensitive-skin staple.

Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Oil

A nourishing plant oil that softens skin and helps seal in moisture.

Vitamin E

An antioxidant that protects the barrier and supercharges vitamin C.

AHA

What it targets

Hydration

Barrier

Brightening

Anti-aging

Texture

Acne

Oil control

Soothing

Antioxidant

Hydration

Barrier

Brightening

Pores

Oil control

Soothing

Antioxidant