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Anua Niacinamide 10% + TXA 4% Serum vs INNBEAUTY PROJECT Pore Refine Pore Shrinking & Texture Smoothing Serum

Anua Niacinamide 10% + TXA 4% Serum scores 8.9/9.8 vs INNBEAUTY PROJECT Pore Refine Pore Shrinking & Texture Smoothing Serum at 8.5/9.8. Anua Niacinamide 10% + TXA 4% Serum wins for active ingredients.

Head to head

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Anua

Niacinamide 10% + TXA 4% Serum

serumbudget
8.9
VS
INNBEAUTY PROJECT Pore Refine Pore Shrinking & Texture Smoothing Serum
INNBEAUTY PROJECT

Pore Refine Pore Shrinking & Texture Smoothing Serum

serumpremium
8.5

Score comparison

Anua Niacinamide 10% + TXA 4% Serum edges ahead, winning 2 of 5 attributes.

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2
1
Anua wins 2
Tied 2
INNBEAUTY PROJECT wins 1
8.9Anua
+0.4vs
8.5INNBEAUTY PROJECT

Scores last verified: July 2026

Attribute battle

Hydration Efficacy

INNBEAUTY PROJECT WINS
8.6
9.5
Anua
INNBEAUTY PROJECT

Irritation Risk

TIE
9.5
9.5
Anua
INNBEAUTY PROJECT

Active Ingredient Strength

Anua WINS
8.6
6.1
Anua
INNBEAUTY PROJECT

Ingredient Transparency

Anua WINS
8.8
8.5
Anua
INNBEAUTY PROJECT

Formulation Safety

TIE
9.0
9.0
Anua
INNBEAUTY PROJECT

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 INNBEAUTY PROJECT Pore Refine Pore Shrinking & Texture Smoothing Serum's 6.1. Its formula features Niacinamide, Tranexamic Acid, and Alpha-Arbutin in high positions, signalling meaningful concentrations.

Hydration Efficacy is another area of separation. INNBEAUTY PROJECT Pore Refine Pore Shrinking & Texture Smoothing Serum scores 9.5 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 iNNBEAUTY PROJECT Pore Refine Pore Shrinking & Texture Smoothing Serum relies on Arginine, Lactic Acid, and Salix Alba (Willow) Bark Extract. 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

INNBEAUTY PROJECT Pore Refine Pore Shrinking & Texture Smoothing 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
  • 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. INNBEAUTY PROJECT Pore Refine Pore Shrinking & Texture Smoothing Serum sits at the premium level with a 8.5 score — the extra cost doesn't translate to better scores here.

Our verdict

✶ Our verdict
+0.4 lead

Anua Niacinamide 10% + TXA 4% Serum edges ahead with a slightly stronger formulation, but INNBEAUTY PROJECT Pore Refine Pore Shrinking & Texture Smoothing Serum is still a solid pick.

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8.9Anua
vs
8.5INNBEAUTY PROJECT

Frequently asked questions

Which is better: Anua Niacinamide 10% + TXA 4% Serum or INNBEAUTY PROJECT Pore Refine Pore Shrinking & Texture Smoothing 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 INNBEAUTY PROJECT Pore Refine Pore Shrinking & Texture Smoothing 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 INNBEAUTY PROJECT Pore Refine Pore Shrinking & Texture Smoothing Serum?

The key differences are in their active ingredients and formulation approach. Check the attribute battle above for a detailed breakdown.