Sunday Riley B3 Nice 10% Niacinamide Serum vs The Ordinary AHA 30% + BHA 2% High-Strength Peeling Solution for Brightening
Sunday Riley B3 Nice 10% Niacinamide Serum scores 8.5/9.8 vs The Ordinary AHA 30% + BHA 2% High-Strength Peeling Solution for Brightening at 8.2/9.8. Sunday Riley B3 Nice 10% Niacinamide Serum wins for hydration.
Head to head
B3 Nice 10% Niacinamide Serum
AHA 30% + BHA 2% High-Strength Peeling Solution for Brightening
Score comparison
Sunday Riley B3 Nice 10% Niacinamide Serum edges ahead, winning 2 of 5 attributes.
Scores last verified: June 2026
Attribute battle
Hydration Efficacy
Sunday Riley WINSIrritation Risk
TIEActive Ingredient Strength
Sunday Riley WINSIngredient Transparency
TIEFormulation Safety
TIEIngredient face-off
2% overlapOnly in Sunday Riley B3 Nice 10% Niacinamide Serum
40 unique
Only in The Ordinary AHA 30% + BHA 2% High-Strength Peeling Solution for Brightening
20 unique
Why Sunday Riley B3 Nice 10% Niacinamide Serum comes out ahead
Where Sunday Riley B3 Nice 10% Niacinamide Serum really shines is hydration efficacy, scoring 5.1 compared to The Ordinary AHA 30% + BHA 2% High-Strength Peeling Solution for Brightening's 3.7. With Glycerin, Dimethyl Isosorbide, and Betaine in its top ingredients, Sunday Riley B3 Nice 10% Niacinamide Serum delivers stronger moisture-binding capability.
Active Ingredient Strength is another area of separation. Sunday Riley B3 Nice 10% Niacinamide Serum scores 7.6 here versus 6.5 for The Ordinary AHA 30% + BHA 2% High-Strength Peeling Solution for Brightening. That difference comes down to how each formula is built — the ingredient list tells the story.
Sunday Riley B3 Nice 10% Niacinamide Serum brings Niacinamide, Resveratrol, and Asiaticoside as actives, while the Ordinary AHA 30% + BHA 2% High-Strength Peeling Solution for Brightening relies on Glycolic Acid, Salicylic Acid, and Lactic Acid. Both approaches have merit, but the positioning and supporting ingredients make the difference.
Best for your skin type
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
The Ordinary AHA 30% + BHA 2% High-Strength Peeling Solution for Brightening is better if you have
- Sensitive skin — the low-irritation formula keeps things gentle
- Anyone who prefers clean, well-vetted formulations
Value comparison
At premium pricing with a score of 8.5, Sunday Riley B3 Nice 10% Niacinamide Serum delivers strong value. The Ordinary AHA 30% + BHA 2% High-Strength Peeling Solution for Brightening sits at the budget level with a 8.2 score — the extra cost doesn't translate to better scores here.
Our verdict
Sunday Riley B3 Nice 10% Niacinamide Serum edges ahead with a slightly stronger formulation, but The Ordinary AHA 30% + BHA 2% High-Strength Peeling Solution for Brightening is still a solid pick.
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: Sunday Riley B3 Nice 10% Niacinamide Serum or The Ordinary AHA 30% + BHA 2% High-Strength Peeling Solution for Brightening?
Based on ingredient analysis, Sunday Riley B3 Nice 10% Niacinamide Serum scores higher overall. See the full score breakdown above for details on each attribute.
Do Sunday Riley B3 Nice 10% Niacinamide Serum and The Ordinary AHA 30% + BHA 2% High-Strength Peeling Solution for Brightening share ingredients?
Yes, they share common ingredients. Check the ingredient face-off section above for a detailed comparison.
What's the main difference between Sunday Riley B3 Nice 10% Niacinamide Serum and The Ordinary AHA 30% + BHA 2% High-Strength Peeling Solution for Brightening?
The key differences are in their active ingredients and formulation approach. Check the attribute battle above for a detailed breakdown.