10% Niacinamide Face Serum with 2% Zinc PCA - 50ml

The same 10% Niacinamide + 2% Zinc PCA formula as the 30ml SKU, offered in a larger 50ml size for sustained routine use. Identical INCI: Niacinamide at position 2 (confirmed 10%), Zinc PCA at position 6 (confirmed 2%), Dimethyl Isosorbide as penetration enhancer, Algin as natural thickener. The dual preservative system (Phenoxyethanol, Sodium Benzoate, Potassium Sorbate, Ethylhexylglycerin) remains the same. For ingredient analysis, refer to the 30ml entry - this scorecard documents the 50ml SKU as a separate offering for value/volume comparison.

10% Niacinamide Face Serum with 2% Zinc PCA - 50ml
Approved
Clean Sheet Approved
Best for
  • Oily and acne prone skin
  • Acne Prone Skin
  • Daily Use

₹849 · ₹17/ml • Analysed 11 June 2026

India Context

The 50ml format provides approximately 3 months of once-daily serum use - relevant for consistent active-ingredient routines, where 8-12 weeks of sustained use is needed to see measurable PIH and oil reduction results.

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

Fragrance free
Alcohol free
Paraben free

What was checked

Excellent
10% NiacinamideVerified

Brand-confirmed; identical formula to 30ml variant.

Published evidence
2% Zinc PCAVerified

Brand-confirmed; identical formula to 30ml variant.

Published evidence
Pore minimisation and sebum controlVerified

Supported by both confirmed actives at proven concentrations.

Published evidence
Verified: confirmed from public evidenceSupported: consistent with available evidenceNeeds context: relevant for some usersNot verified: could not be confirmed

The breakdown

Strong public evidence

Public Evidence Score across 5 pillars. Open any row for the full rationale.

Ingredient Safety
Excellent

Clean allergen profile with a fragrance free formula.

Full INCI published. Identical formula to the 30ml variant - same safety profile. No parabens, no SLES, no synthetic fragrance, no silicones. Dimethyl Isosorbide as penetration enhancer within safe use levels. All preservatives within global permitted limits.

Formula Logic
Excellent

Same formula as the 30ml variant.

Same formula as the 30ml variant. Niacinamide at position 2 confirms 10%. Zinc PCA at position 6 confirms 2%. Dimethyl Isosorbide optimises active delivery. The 50ml format provides better cost-per-ml value for regular users - formula itself is identical.

Claims Evidence
Excellent

Good evidence for stated claims based on public information.

Both 10% Niacinamide and 2% Zinc PCA brand-confirmed - same as 30ml. Full INCI accessible. All major claims supported by confirmed actives. Same minor gap: no product-specific clinical trial.

Test Transparency
Grade CFair

Same as 30ml variant.

Same as 30ml variant. Concentrations confirmed for both key actives. No dermatologist certificates or third-party lab results published. Identical evidence posture to the smaller size.

Consumer Clarity
Excellent

Clear product naming with confirmed concentrations.

Clear product naming with confirmed concentrations. Larger format well-suited for regular daily users. Skin type and usage guidance same as 30ml. Excellent clarity.

Ingredient list

Excellent
SafeNoteCaution
Ingredient
Aqua
Niacinamide
1,3-Propanediol
Ethoxydiglycol
Glycerin
Zinc PCA
Dimethyl Isosorbide
Pentylene Glycol
Xanthan Gum
Hydroxyethyl Cellulose
Algin
Phenoxyethanol
Sodium Benzoate
Ethylhexylglycerin
Calcium Chloride
Potassium Sorbate
Citric Acid

INCI order as declared on packaging. Position reflects approximate concentration (high to low).

Regulatory screen

Review
EU 1223/2009EU Cosmetics Regulation - Annexes II–VI

Pass - no restricted or prohibited substances identified

India CR 2020India Cosmetics Rules, CDSCO

Pass - compliant with Indian Cosmetics Regulation 2020

Health Canada HotlistCanada prohibited & restricted ingredients

Pass - no hotlist substances

US FDA 21 CFRUS FDA Parts 700–740

Pass

MFDS KoreaKorea Cosmetics Act

Pass

ECHA SVHCSubstances of Very High Concern

Pass - no SVHC candidates identified

IARCCarcinogen classifications Groups 1/2A/2B

Pass - no IARC Group 1/2A carcinogens

AICIS AustraliaAustralian industrial chemical safety

Pass

TGA AustraliaTherapeutic claims (if applicable)

Pass

Canada NHPIDNatural health product ingredients

Pass

Flags are based on publicly available INCI only. Not a substitute for full regulatory compliance review.

Claims checked

Excellent
10% NiacinamidePublicly supported

Brand-confirmed; identical formula to 30ml variant.

Evidence visible

2% Zinc PCAPublicly supported

Brand-confirmed; identical formula to 30ml variant.

Evidence visible

Pore minimisation and sebum controlPublicly supported

Supported by both confirmed actives at proven concentrations.

Evidence visible

What would strengthen this review

Public evidence the brand could provide to close verification gaps

  • Product-specific clinical trial or dermatologist-test certificate
  • Third-party patch-test certification
About this review

Same excellent formula as the 30ml variant in a more economical 50ml size. Identical evidence profile. Better value for regular users of this serum. All the same strengths and the same single gap (no published clinical trial).

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Independent reviewPublic evidence only
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

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