Oil-Free Hydrating Serum - Hyaluronic Acid 2% + Niacinamide 1%
A multi-weight hyaluronic acid serum with Hyaluronic Acid (2%) and Niacinamide (1%), fragrance free formula.
- Sensitive skin types
- Dehydrated or barrier-compromised skin
₹349 · ₹12/ml • Analysed 4 June 2026
A specifically oil-free hydrating serum with Hyaluronic Acid at a brand-confirmed 2% - a high cosmetic concentration - and Niacinamide at a brand-confirmed 1%. Designed for oily and acne-prone skin types that need hydration without any added oils or emollients that could trigger breakouts. HA at 2% is markedly above the 0.1-0.5% threshold common in mass-market products. Niacinamide at 1% contributes barrier-strengthening and mild anti-inflammatory benefit. The oil-free format makes this suitable for use under BHA or retinol serums as a hydration base that will not interfere with active penetration. Fragrance-free and alcohol-free.
This is a web evidence review, not a Clean Sheet certification. We checked the ingredient list, publicly available test reports, marketing claims, and formula logic using only public information available at the time of review.
At a glance
What was checked
Each claim checked against publicly available evidence: published test reports, the ingredient list, and regulatory data.
No fragrance of any kind found in the INCI. No parfum, no essential oils, no Benzyl Alcohol.
Score breakdown
How this product was rated across four areas. Open any row for the full rationale.
Ingredient SafetyExcellent48/50Clean allergen profile with a fragrance free formula.
Exceptionally clean safety profile. No synthetic fragrance, no parabens, no SLES, no alcohol (ethanol), no acids, no retinoids, no oils or comedogenic ingredients. Hyaluronic Acid and Niacinamide are among the safest cosmetic actives available, suitable for sensitive, rosacea-prone, and reactive skin. Phenoxyethanol is within permitted limits. Carbomer gelling agent at neutralised pH is non-irritating. No known interactions with other common skincare actives - safe to layer under acids, retinols, or vitamin C serums.
Formula DesignStrong17/20Hyaluronic Acid at 2% is a high cosmetic concentration for a serum, providing strong humectant capacity without any occlusiveness.
Hyaluronic Acid at 2% is a high cosmetic concentration for a serum, providing strong humectant capacity without any occlusiveness. The oil-free positioning is a specific formulation decision: it avoids all emollients and plant oils, making this suitable for acne-prone and oily skin that would react poorly to lipid-based vehicles. Niacinamide at 1% adds mild barrier-strengthening and sebum-regulatory benefit. One note: HA is a humectant, not an occlusive. In very dry or air-conditioned environments, following with a lightweight oil-free moisturiser will prevent HA from drawing water from the dermis rather than the environment.
Claims EvidenceExcellent19/20Good evidence for stated claims based on public information.
Full ingredient list on thedeconstruct.in. Hyaluronic Acid at 2% and Niacinamide at 1% are brand-confirmed. The oil-free claim is clearly supported by the ingredient list. Deconstruct's dual-active concentration disclosure is a meaningful transparency standard. No unsupported claims. No third-party clinical data published.
Ethics & SustainabilityConcern2/10Cruelty-free.
Cruelty-free. Vegan. No synthetic fragrance or dyes. Indian brand. Uses Disodium EDTA rather than a biodegradable chelating alternative. No palm-derived sustainability certification. Packaging is minimal and functional.
Ingredient list
12 ingredients · INCI order
| Ingredient |
|---|
Water/Aqua |
Glycerin |
Sodium Hyaluronate |
Niacinamide |
Pentylene Glycol |
Panthenol |
Allantoin |
Carbomer |
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Sodium Hydroxide |
Phenoxyethanol |
Ethylhexylglycerin |
Disodium EDTA |
INCI order as declared on packaging. Position reflects approximate concentration (high to low).
Consumer reviews
This is a web evidence review, not a Clean Sheet certification. We checked the ingredient list, publicly available test reports, marketing claims, and formula logic using only public information available at the time of review.
Full methodology
- What global regulations say about each ingredient
- What toxicology evidence shows at cosmetic concentrations
- What formula concentration context changes
- What the product format and leave-on contact time changes
- What the stated user group needs
- What published test evidence confirms
- What the brand is claiming vs what evidence supports
Air-conditioning, hard water, and high ambient temperatures dehydrate skin across all types, including oily skin. HA at 2% in an oil-free vehicle is specifically useful for acne-prone Indian skin: it provides meaningful hydration without any comedogenic risk. Niacinamide's sebum-regulatory effect is relevant for India's humid climate where excess oil is a daily concern. Use as a base layer before actives (BHA, retinol) or under SPF.
