Anua Niacinamide 10% + TXA 4% Serum vs LANEIGE Balance Mode Shine Control & Pore-Minimizing Lightweight Moisturizer for Oily Skin
Anua Niacinamide 10% + TXA 4% Serum scores 8.9/9.8 vs LANEIGE Balance Mode Shine Control & Pore-Minimizing Lightweight Moisturizer for Oily Skin at 8.6/9.8. Anua Niacinamide 10% + TXA 4% Serum wins for active ingredients.
Head to head
Niacinamide 10% + TXA 4% Serum
Balance Mode Shine Control & Pore-Minimizing Lightweight Moisturizer for Oily Skin
Score comparison
Anua Niacinamide 10% + TXA 4% Serum edges ahead, winning 3 of 5 attributes.
Scores last verified: July 2026
Attribute battle
Hydration Efficacy
Anua WINSIrritation Risk
TIEActive Ingredient Strength
Anua WINSIngredient Transparency
Anua WINSFormulation Safety
TIEIngredient face-off
10% overlapOnly in Anua Niacinamide 10% + TXA 4% Serum
36 unique
Only in LANEIGE Balance Mode Shine Control & Pore-Minimizing Lightweight Moisturizer for Oily Skin
23 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 LANEIGE Balance Mode Shine Control & Pore-Minimizing Lightweight Moisturizer for Oily Skin's 5.0. Its formula features Niacinamide, Tranexamic Acid, and Alpha-Arbutin in high positions, signalling meaningful concentrations.
Hydration Efficacy is another area of separation. Anua Niacinamide 10% + TXA 4% Serum scores 8.6 here versus 6.8 for LANEIGE Balance Mode Shine Control & Pore-Minimizing Lightweight Moisturizer for Oily Skin. 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 lANEIGE Balance Mode Shine Control & Pore-Minimizing Lightweight Moisturizer for Oily Skin relies on Niacinamide, Inositol, and Madecassoside. 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
LANEIGE Balance Mode Shine Control & Pore-Minimizing Lightweight Moisturizer for Oily Skin 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 delivers strong value. LANEIGE Balance Mode Shine Control & Pore-Minimizing Lightweight Moisturizer for Oily Skin sits at the mid-range level with a 8.6 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 LANEIGE Balance Mode Shine Control & Pore-Minimizing Lightweight Moisturizer for Oily Skin is still a solid pick.
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: Anua Niacinamide 10% + TXA 4% Serum or LANEIGE Balance Mode Shine Control & Pore-Minimizing Lightweight Moisturizer for Oily Skin?
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 LANEIGE Balance Mode Shine Control & Pore-Minimizing Lightweight Moisturizer for Oily Skin 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 LANEIGE Balance Mode Shine Control & Pore-Minimizing Lightweight Moisturizer for Oily Skin?
The key differences are in their active ingredients and formulation approach. Check the attribute battle above for a detailed breakdown.