Anua Niacinamide 10% + TXA 4% Serum vs COSRX The 6 Peptide Skin Booster Serum
Anua Niacinamide 10% + TXA 4% Serum scores 8.9/9.8 vs COSRX The 6 Peptide Skin Booster Serum at 8.5/9.8. Anua Niacinamide 10% + TXA 4% Serum wins for active ingredients.
Head to head
Niacinamide 10% + TXA 4% Serum
The 6 Peptide Skin Booster Serum
Score comparison
Anua Niacinamide 10% + TXA 4% Serum edges ahead, winning 1 of 5 attributes.
Scores last verified: July 2026
Attribute battle
Hydration Efficacy
COSRX WINSIrritation Risk
TIEActive Ingredient Strength
Anua WINSIngredient Transparency
TIEFormulation Safety
TIEIngredient face-off
23% overlapOnly in Anua Niacinamide 10% + TXA 4% Serum
31 unique
Shared ingredients
9 in common
Only in COSRX The 6 Peptide Skin Booster Serum
31 unique
Why Anua Niacinamide 10% + TXA 4% Serum comes out ahead
Where Anua Niacinamide 10% + TXA 4% Serum really shines is active ingredient strength, scoring 8.6 compared to COSRX The 6 Peptide Skin Booster Serum's 6.5. Its formula features Niacinamide, Tranexamic Acid, and Alpha-Arbutin in high positions, signalling meaningful concentrations.
Hydration Efficacy is another area of separation. COSRX The 6 Peptide Skin Booster Serum scores 9.2 here versus 8.6 for Anua Niacinamide 10% + TXA 4% Serum. That difference comes down to how each formula is built — the ingredient list tells the story.
Anua Niacinamide 10% + TXA 4% Serum brings Niacinamide, Tranexamic Acid, and Alpha-Arbutin as actives, while cOSRX The 6 Peptide Skin Booster Serum relies on Niacinamide, Acetyl Hexapeptide-8, and Dipeptide Diaminobutyroyl Benzylamide Diacetate. Both approaches have merit, but the positioning and supporting ingredients make the difference.
Best for your skin type
Anua Niacinamide 10% + TXA 4% Serum is better if you have
- Sensitive skin — the low-irritation formula keeps things gentle
- Dry or dehydrated skin that craves moisture, thanks to Glycerin
- Targeting specific concerns like aging or uneven tone — Niacinamide does the heavy lifting
COSRX The 6 Peptide Skin Booster Serum is better if you have
- Sensitive skin — the low-irritation formula keeps things gentle
- Dry or dehydrated skin that craves moisture, thanks to Dipropylene Glycol
- Anyone who prefers clean, well-vetted formulations
Value comparison
At budget pricing with a score of 8.9, Anua Niacinamide 10% + TXA 4% Serum delivers strong value. COSRX The 6 Peptide Skin Booster Serum sits at the mid-range level with a 8.5 score — the extra cost doesn't translate to better scores here.
Our verdict
Anua Niacinamide 10% + TXA 4% Serum edges ahead with a slightly stronger formulation, but COSRX The 6 Peptide Skin Booster Serum is still a solid pick.
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: Anua Niacinamide 10% + TXA 4% Serum or COSRX The 6 Peptide Skin Booster Serum?
Based on ingredient analysis, Anua Niacinamide 10% + TXA 4% Serum scores higher overall. See the full score breakdown above for details on each attribute.
Do Anua Niacinamide 10% + TXA 4% Serum and COSRX The 6 Peptide Skin Booster Serum share ingredients?
Yes, they share common ingredients. Check the ingredient face-off section above for a detailed comparison.
What's the main difference between Anua Niacinamide 10% + TXA 4% Serum and COSRX The 6 Peptide Skin Booster Serum?
The key differences are in their active ingredients and formulation approach. Check the attribute battle above for a detailed breakdown.