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The INKEY List 360 Acne Clearing Serum with Dioic & Salicylic Acid vs Topicals Faded Brightening Bundle for Discoloration on Face & Body (UNSCENTED)

The INKEY List 360 Acne Clearing Serum with Dioic & Salicylic Acid scores 8.8/9.8 and Topicals Faded Brightening Bundle for Discoloration on Face & Body (UNSCENTED) scores 9.0/9.8 — a near-tie where your skin type decides the winner.

Head to head

The INKEY List 360 Acne Clearing Serum with Dioic & Salicylic Acid
The INKEY List

360 Acne Clearing Serum with Dioic & Salicylic Acid

serummid-range
8.8
VS
Topicals Faded Brightening Bundle for Discoloration on Face & Body (UNSCENTED)
Topicals

Faded Brightening Bundle for Discoloration on Face & Body (UNSCENTED)

moisturisermid-range
9.0

Score comparison

These two are neck and neck — just 0.2 points apart.

4
1
The INKEY List wins 0
Tied 4
Topicals wins 1
8.8The INKEY List
vs
9.0Topicals

Scores last verified: July 2026

Attribute battle

Hydration Efficacy

TIE
7.5
7.5
The INKEY List
Topicals

Irritation Risk

TIE
9.5
9.5
The INKEY List
Topicals

Active Ingredient Strength

Topicals WINS
5.3
7.8
The INKEY List
Topicals

Ingredient Transparency

TIE
8.5
8.5
The INKEY List
Topicals

Formulation Safety

TIE
9.0
9.0
The INKEY List
Topicals

Ingredient face-off

10% overlap
27The INKEY List
6Shared
58Topicals

Why these two are neck and neck

These two moisturisers 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.

Topicals Faded Brightening Bundle for Discoloration on Face & Body (UNSCENTED) brings Niacinamide, Tranexamic Acid, and Oxidized Glutathione as actives, while the INKEY List 360 Acne Clearing Serum with Dioic & Salicylic Acid relies on Salicylic Acid, Zinc Pca, and Lactic Acid. Both approaches have merit, but the positioning and supporting ingredients make the difference.

Best for your skin type

The INKEY List 360 Acne Clearing Serum with Dioic & Salicylic Acid 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

Topicals Faded Brightening Bundle for Discoloration on Face & Body (UNSCENTED) 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

Value comparison

Both sit in the mid-range bracket, so value comes down to formulation quality. Topicals Faded Brightening Bundle for Discoloration on Face & Body (UNSCENTED) gets the nod here with its 9.0 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.

8.8The INKEY List
vs
9.0Topicals

Frequently asked questions

Which is better: The INKEY List 360 Acne Clearing Serum with Dioic & Salicylic Acid or Topicals Faded Brightening Bundle for Discoloration on Face & Body (UNSCENTED)?

Based on ingredient analysis, Topicals Faded Brightening Bundle for Discoloration on Face & Body (UNSCENTED) scores higher overall. See the full score breakdown above for details on each attribute.

Do The INKEY List 360 Acne Clearing Serum with Dioic & Salicylic Acid and Topicals Faded Brightening Bundle for Discoloration on Face & Body (UNSCENTED) share ingredients?

Yes, they share common ingredients. Check the ingredient face-off section above for a detailed comparison.

What's the main difference between The INKEY List 360 Acne Clearing Serum with Dioic & Salicylic Acid and Topicals Faded Brightening Bundle for Discoloration on Face & Body (UNSCENTED)?

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