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The Ordinary Niacinamide 10% + Zinc 1% Serum for Oily Skin
6.3
The Ordinary

Niacinamide 10% + Zinc 1% Serum for Oily Skin

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Overall score6.3

The Ordinary Niacinamide 10% + Zinc 1% Serum for Oily Skin scores 6.3/9.8 overall. It ranks highest in low irritation risk (9.5) and formulation safety (9.0).

✶ Hero ingredients

#2Niacinamide

Vitamin B3 that brightens and strengthens skin barrier

#3Pentylene Glycol

Humectant with antimicrobial properties

#4Zinc Pca

Sebum-regulating zinc compound

Score breakdown

Overall
6.3
Hydration Efficacy3.4
Irritation Risk9.5
Active Ingredient Strength4.7
Ingredient Transparency7.5
Formulation Safety9.0

Scores last verified: July 2026

What makes The Ordinary Niacinamide 10% + Zinc 1% Serum for Oily Skin stand out

The Ordinary Niacinamide 10% + Zinc 1% Serum for Oily Skin is a decent serum with an overall score of 6.3/9.8. Positioned in the budget bracket, it takes a straightforward approach to skincare. The formula leads with Niacinamide, Pentylene Glycol, Zinc Pca — ingredients that actively target skin concerns.

It performs well on low irritation risk (9.5). On the flip side, hydration could be stronger.

Is this right for you?

Great for

  • ✓Sensitive skin — low irritation risk with a gentle formulation
  • ✓Safety-conscious shoppers — clean formulation with minimal flags
  • ✓Ingredient-aware buyers — transparent, well-documented formula

May not suit

  • ⚠Very dry skin types looking for heavy-duty moisture

Key ingredients

Full ingredient list

10 ingredients — listed in INCI order (highest concentration first)

#1Aqua (Water)#2Niacinamide#3Pentylene Glycol#4Zinc Pca#5Dimethyl Isosorbide#6Tamarindus Indica Seed Gum#7Xanthan Gum#8Isoceteth-20#9Ethoxydiglycol#10Phenoxyethanol

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Ingredient breakdown

  • Draws in moisture3
  • Holds the formula together3
  • Works on your skin2
  • Other ingredient1
  • Keeps the product fresh1