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Paula's Choice RESIST Anti-Aging Eye Cream vs Sunday Riley B3 Nice 10% Niacinamide Serum

Paula's Choice RESIST Anti-Aging Eye Cream scores 8.5/9.8 and Sunday Riley B3 Nice 10% Niacinamide Serum scores 8.5/9.8 — a near-tie where your skin type decides the winner.

Head to head

Paula's Choice RESIST Anti-Aging Eye Cream
Paula's Choice

RESIST Anti-Aging Eye Cream

eye-caremid-range
8.5
VS
Sunday Riley B3 Nice 10% Niacinamide Serum
Sunday Riley

B3 Nice 10% Niacinamide Serum

serumpremium
8.5

Score comparison

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

2
2
1
Paula's Choice wins 2
Tied 2
Sunday Riley wins 1
8.5Paula's Choice
vs
8.5Sunday Riley

Scores last verified: July 2026

Attribute battle

Hydration Efficacy

Paula's Choice WINS
9.3
5.1
Paula's Choice
Sunday Riley

Irritation Risk

TIE
9.5
9.5
Paula's Choice
Sunday Riley

Active Ingredient Strength

Sunday Riley WINS
6.6
7.6
Paula's Choice
Sunday Riley

Ingredient Transparency

Paula's Choice WINS
8.8
8.5
Paula's Choice
Sunday Riley

Formulation Safety

TIE
9.0
9.0
Paula's Choice
Sunday Riley

Why these two are neck and neck

These two eye-cares 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. Sunday Riley B3 Nice 10% Niacinamide Serum scores 7.6 here versus 6.6 for Paula's Choice RESIST Anti-Aging Eye Cream. That difference comes down to how each formula is built — the ingredient list tells the story.

Paula's Choice RESIST Anti-Aging Eye Cream brings Ascorbyl Glucoside, Glucosyl Hesperidin, and Copper Gluconate as actives, while sunday Riley B3 Nice 10% Niacinamide Serum relies on Niacinamide, Resveratrol, and Asiaticoside. Both approaches have merit, but the positioning and supporting ingredients make the difference.

Best for your skin type

Paula's Choice RESIST Anti-Aging Eye Cream 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

Sunday Riley B3 Nice 10% Niacinamide Serum is better if you have

  • Sensitive skin — the low-irritation formula keeps things gentle
  • Targeting specific concerns like aging or uneven tone — Niacinamide does the heavy lifting
  • Anyone who prefers clean, well-vetted formulations

Value comparison

At mid-range pricing with a score of 8.5, Paula's Choice RESIST Anti-Aging Eye Cream is a decent pick. Sunday Riley B3 Nice 10% Niacinamide 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

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

8.5Paula's Choice
vs
8.5Sunday Riley

Frequently asked questions

Which is better: Paula's Choice RESIST Anti-Aging Eye Cream or Sunday Riley B3 Nice 10% Niacinamide Serum?

Based on ingredient analysis, Paula's Choice RESIST Anti-Aging Eye Cream scores higher overall. See the full score breakdown above for details on each attribute.

Do Paula's Choice RESIST Anti-Aging Eye Cream and Sunday Riley B3 Nice 10% Niacinamide 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 Paula's Choice RESIST Anti-Aging Eye Cream and Sunday Riley B3 Nice 10% Niacinamide Serum?

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