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Anua Niacinamide 10% + TXA 4% Serum vs innisfree Vitamin C Niacinamide Brightening Eye Serum for Dark Circles

Anua Niacinamide 10% + TXA 4% Serum scores 8.9/9.8 and innisfree Vitamin C Niacinamide Brightening Eye Serum for Dark Circles scores 8.9/9.8 — a near-tie where your skin type decides the winner.

Head to head

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Anua

Niacinamide 10% + TXA 4% Serum

serumbudget
8.9
VS
innisfree Vitamin C Niacinamide Brightening Eye Serum for Dark Circles
innisfree

Vitamin C Niacinamide Brightening Eye Serum for Dark Circles

eye-caremid-range
8.9

Score comparison

These two are neck and neck — just 0.0 points apart.

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2
Anua wins 3
Tied 2
innisfree wins 0
8.9Anua
vs
8.9innisfree

Scores last verified: July 2026

Attribute battle

Hydration Efficacy

Anua WINS
8.6
6.9
Anua
innisfree

Irritation Risk

TIE
9.5
9.5
Anua
innisfree

Active Ingredient Strength

Anua WINS
8.6
6.1
Anua
innisfree

Ingredient Transparency

Anua WINS
8.8
8.5
Anua
innisfree

Formulation Safety

TIE
9.0
9.0
Anua
innisfree

Why these two are neck and neck

These two serums take different paths to a similar destination. Both formulas include solid hydrating ingredients, and the overall scores reflect that — the gap here is genuinely slim.

Hydration Efficacy is another area of separation. Anua Niacinamide 10% + TXA 4% Serum scores 8.6 here versus 6.9 for innisfree Vitamin C Niacinamide Brightening Eye Serum for Dark Circles. 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 innisfree Vitamin C Niacinamide Brightening Eye Serum for Dark Circles relies on Niacinamide, Protease, and Acetyl Heptapeptide-4. 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

innisfree Vitamin C Niacinamide Brightening Eye Serum for Dark Circles is better if you have

  • Sensitive skin — the low-irritation formula keeps things gentle
  • Anyone who prefers clean, well-vetted formulations

Value comparison

At budget pricing with a score of 8.9, Anua Niacinamide 10% + TXA 4% Serum is a decent pick. innisfree Vitamin C Niacinamide Brightening Eye Serum for Dark Circles sits at the mid-range level with a 8.9 score — the extra cost doesn't translate to better scores here.

Our verdict

✶ Our verdict

It's a close call — both products score within 0.3 points of each other. Your choice depends on your specific skin concerns.

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8.9Anua
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8.9innisfree

Frequently asked questions

Which is better: Anua Niacinamide 10% + TXA 4% Serum or innisfree Vitamin C Niacinamide Brightening Eye Serum for Dark Circles?

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 innisfree Vitamin C Niacinamide Brightening Eye Serum for Dark Circles 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 innisfree Vitamin C Niacinamide Brightening Eye Serum for Dark Circles?

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