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DAMDAM Citrus Glow Vitamin C & Hyaluronic Acid Serum vs INNBEAUTY PROJECT Pore Refine Pore Shrinking & Texture Smoothing Serum

DAMDAM Citrus Glow Vitamin C & Hyaluronic Acid Serum scores 8.6/9.8 and INNBEAUTY PROJECT Pore Refine Pore Shrinking & Texture Smoothing Serum scores 8.5/9.8 — a near-tie where your skin type decides the winner.

Head to head

DAMDAM Citrus Glow Vitamin C & Hyaluronic Acid Serum
DAMDAM

Citrus Glow Vitamin C & Hyaluronic Acid Serum

serumpremium
8.6
VS
INNBEAUTY PROJECT Pore Refine Pore Shrinking & Texture Smoothing Serum
INNBEAUTY PROJECT

Pore Refine Pore Shrinking & Texture Smoothing Serum

serumpremium
8.5

Score comparison

These two are neck and neck — just 0.1 points apart.

2
3
DAMDAM wins 0
Tied 2
INNBEAUTY PROJECT wins 3
8.6DAMDAM
vs
8.5INNBEAUTY PROJECT

Scores last verified: July 2026

Attribute battle

Hydration Efficacy

INNBEAUTY PROJECT WINS
6.7
9.5
DAMDAM
INNBEAUTY PROJECT

Irritation Risk

TIE
9.5
9.5
DAMDAM
INNBEAUTY PROJECT

Active Ingredient Strength

INNBEAUTY PROJECT WINS
4.7
6.1
DAMDAM
INNBEAUTY PROJECT

Ingredient Transparency

INNBEAUTY PROJECT WINS
7.8
8.5
DAMDAM
INNBEAUTY PROJECT

Formulation Safety

TIE
9.0
9.0
DAMDAM
INNBEAUTY PROJECT

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.

Active Ingredient Strength is another area of separation. INNBEAUTY PROJECT Pore Refine Pore Shrinking & Texture Smoothing Serum scores 6.1 here versus 4.7 for DAMDAM Citrus Glow Vitamin C & Hyaluronic Acid Serum. That difference comes down to how each formula is built — the ingredient list tells the story.

DAMDAM Citrus Glow Vitamin C & Hyaluronic Acid Serum brings Ascorbyl Tetraisopalmitate, Salix Alba (Willow) Bark Extract, and Tocopherol 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

DAMDAM Citrus Glow Vitamin C & Hyaluronic Acid Serum is better if you have

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

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

Both sit in the premium bracket, so value comes down to formulation quality. DAMDAM Citrus Glow Vitamin C & Hyaluronic Acid Serum gets the nod here with its 8.6 overall score — you're getting more for a similar outlay.

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.

8.6DAMDAM
vs
8.5INNBEAUTY PROJECT

Frequently asked questions

Which is better: DAMDAM Citrus Glow Vitamin C & Hyaluronic Acid Serum or INNBEAUTY PROJECT Pore Refine Pore Shrinking & Texture Smoothing Serum?

Based on ingredient analysis, DAMDAM Citrus Glow Vitamin C & Hyaluronic Acid Serum scores higher overall. See the full score breakdown above for details on each attribute.

Do DAMDAM Citrus Glow Vitamin C & Hyaluronic Acid 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 DAMDAM Citrus Glow Vitamin C & Hyaluronic Acid 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.