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Anua Niacinamide 10% + TXA 4% Serum vs SK-II GenOptics Infinitaura Brightening Serum with Niacinamide, 30ml

Anua Niacinamide 10% + TXA 4% Serum scores 8.9/9.8 vs SK-II GenOptics Infinitaura Brightening Serum with Niacinamide, 30ml at 8.4/9.8. 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
SK-II GenOptics Infinitaura Brightening Serum with Niacinamide, 30ml
SK-II

GenOptics Infinitaura Brightening Serum with Niacinamide, 30ml

serumluxury
8.4

Score comparison

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

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3
Anua wins 2
Tied 3
SK-II wins 0
8.9Anua
+0.5vs
8.4SK-II

Scores last verified: July 2026

Attribute battle

Hydration Efficacy

TIE
8.6
8.4
Anua
SK-II

Irritation Risk

TIE
9.5
9.5
Anua
SK-II

Active Ingredient Strength

Anua WINS
8.6
5.3
Anua
SK-II

Ingredient Transparency

TIE
8.8
8.8
Anua
SK-II

Formulation Safety

Anua WINS
9.0
8.0
Anua
SK-II

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 SK-II GenOptics Infinitaura Brightening Serum with Niacinamide, 30ml's 5.3. Its formula features Niacinamide, Tranexamic Acid, and Alpha-Arbutin in high positions, signalling meaningful concentrations.

Formulation Safety is another area of separation. Anua Niacinamide 10% + TXA 4% Serum scores 9.0 here versus 8.0 for SK-II GenOptics Infinitaura Brightening Serum with Niacinamide, 30ml. 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 sK-II GenOptics Infinitaura Brightening Serum with Niacinamide, 30ml relies on Galactomyces Ferment Filtrate, Niacinamide, and Bisabolol. 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

SK-II GenOptics Infinitaura Brightening Serum with Niacinamide, 30ml is better if you have

  • Sensitive skin — the low-irritation formula keeps things gentle
  • Dry or dehydrated skin that craves moisture, thanks to Butylene 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. SK-II GenOptics Infinitaura Brightening Serum with Niacinamide, 30ml sits at the luxury level with a 8.4 score — the extra cost doesn't translate to better scores here.

Our verdict

✶ Our verdict
+0.5 lead

Anua Niacinamide 10% + TXA 4% Serum edges ahead with a slightly stronger formulation, but SK-II GenOptics Infinitaura Brightening Serum with Niacinamide, 30ml is still a solid pick.

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8.9Anua
vs
8.4SK-II

Frequently asked questions

Which is better: Anua Niacinamide 10% + TXA 4% Serum or SK-II GenOptics Infinitaura Brightening Serum with Niacinamide, 30ml?

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 SK-II GenOptics Infinitaura Brightening Serum with Niacinamide, 30ml 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 SK-II GenOptics Infinitaura Brightening Serum with Niacinamide, 30ml?

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