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This serum offers a transparently formulated blend of well-regarded actives for oily and acne-prone skin, but relies on ingredient-level science rather than finished product studies to back its efficacy claims.
₹499 • Analysed 18 July 2026
Actives like this can raise sun sensitivity, which India's high year-round UV makes significant, so pairing with a daytime SPF is important; the lighter the vehicle, the better it tends to wear in heat and humidity. The product's MRP is Rs.699, but it is frequently available at significant discounts across major e-commerce platforms, with Amazon India often offering the lowest price at Rs.499. Consumers should compare prices before purchase. The marketing stays within India's cosmetic advertising norms (ASCI / CDSCO), with claims that match what the formula can do.
Independent and free. The Clean Sheet takes no money from brands to review, rank, or approve a product. 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.
The INCI list confirms the presence of Niacinamide and Zinc PCA. The percentages are stated in the product name, which is a strong form of disclosure.
Niacinamide is known in general research to help reduce the appearance of post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation (acne marks). However, no finished product clinical study specific to this serum is publicly visible to support this claim.
Both Niacinamide and Zinc PCA have general published research supporting their role in regulating sebum production. No finished product clinical study specific to this serum is publicly visible.
Niacinamide is generally known to help improve skin texture and reduce the appearance of enlarged pores. This is ingredient-level evidence, not finished product evidence for this specific serum.
The brand states the product is dermatologically tested, implying finished product testing. However, no details of the test (methodology, sample size, results) are publicly visible.
The retrieved INCI list does not contain 'Parfum' or any common fragrance ingredients, supporting this claim.
The retrieved INCI list does not contain any drying or denatured alcohols, supporting this claim.
The active ingredients Niacinamide and Zinc PCA are well-suited for these concerns, and their percentages are disclosed, providing strong formula logic for this targeting claim.
What we could confirm from public sources and the verified ingredient list.
Ingredient Safety & Toxicity
Full ingredient list retrieved and verified against INCIDecoder.
Screened against the ingredient database (10 of 17 ingredients matched); no cosmetics-prohibited ingredient found.
No ingredient with a recognised endocrine-activity concern found in the database.
No IARC-classified or formaldehyde-releasing ingredient found in the database screen.
No commonly-comedogenic ingredient found - a reasonable fit for acne-prone skin.
Irritation & Allergen Risk
No EU-declarable or database-flagged allergen found in the list.
No high-sensitisation preservative (MI/MCI/formaldehyde-releaser) from our screen was found.
Brand claims dermatologist testing (claim stated; underlying report not seen).
Ingredient Transparency
The full INCI list is publicly available, not just hero ingredients.
Active percentages are disclosed for the hero ingredient(s).
Any proprietary 'complex' is broken down into its actual ingredients.
Ingredients are listed in the descending order required by India Cosmetics Rules 2020.
Standards & Compliance
Usage warnings and directions are clear on the label.
No retinoid or other pregnancy-cautioned active found in the screen.
Screened against a curated reference set that we are continuing to verify and expand, so “clear” means no flag from that set, not a guarantee. Not a substitute for a full toxicological or clinical assessment.
| 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).
No prohibited or restricted ingredients identified
No prohibited or restricted ingredients identified
No prohibited or restricted ingredients identified
No prohibited or restricted ingredients identified
No prohibited or restricted ingredients identified
No prohibited or restricted ingredients identified
No prohibited or restricted ingredients identified
No prohibited or restricted ingredients identified
No prohibited or restricted ingredients identified
No prohibited or restricted ingredients identified
Flags are based on publicly available INCI only. Not a substitute for full regulatory compliance review.
The INCI list confirms the presence of Niacinamide and Zinc PCA. The percentages are stated in the product name, which is a strong form of disclosure.
Mentioned only
Niacinamide is known in general research to help reduce the appearance of post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation (acne marks). However, no finished product clinical study specific to this serum is publicly visible to support this claim.
Mentioned only
Both Niacinamide and Zinc PCA have general published research supporting their role in regulating sebum production. No finished product clinical study specific to this serum is publicly visible.
Mentioned only
Niacinamide is generally known to help improve skin texture and reduce the appearance of enlarged pores. This is ingredient-level evidence, not finished product evidence for this specific serum.
Mentioned only
The brand states the product is dermatologically tested, implying finished product testing. However, no details of the test (methodology, sample size, results) are publicly visible.
Evidence visible
The retrieved INCI list does not contain 'Parfum' or any common fragrance ingredients, supporting this claim.
Evidence visible
The retrieved INCI list does not contain any drying or denatured alcohols, supporting this claim.
Evidence visible
The active ingredients Niacinamide and Zinc PCA are well-suited for these concerns, and their percentages are disclosed, providing strong formula logic for this targeting claim.
Mentioned only
This review evaluates brand claims against visible evidence and formula logic. It does not replace a full ingredient safety analysis or a clinical product test. Results vary by individual, and the consumer should always read the full ingredient list and follow usage guidance.
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No IARC-classified or formaldehyde-releasing ingredient found in the database screen.
No commonly-comedogenic ingredient found - a reasonable fit for acne-prone skin.
Irritation & Allergen Risk
No EU-declarable or database-flagged allergen found in the list.
No high-sensitisation preservative (MI/MCI/formaldehyde-releaser) from our screen was found.
Brand claims dermatologist testing (claim stated; underlying report not seen).
Ingredient Transparency
The full INCI list is publicly available, not just hero ingredients.
Active percentages are disclosed for the hero ingredient(s).
Any proprietary 'complex' is broken down into its actual ingredients.
Ingredients are listed in the descending order required by India Cosmetics Rules 2020.
Standards & Compliance
Usage warnings and directions are clear on the label.
No retinoid or other pregnancy-cautioned active found in the screen.
Screened against a curated reference set that we are continuing to verify and expand, so “clear” means no flag from that set, not a guarantee. Not a substitute for a full toxicological or clinical assessment.
Niacinamide is generally known to help improve skin texture and reduce the appearance of enlarged pores. This is ingredient-level evidence, not finished product evidence for this specific serum.
The brand states the product is dermatologically tested, implying finished product testing. However, no details of the test (methodology, sample size, results) are publicly visible.
The retrieved INCI list does not contain 'Parfum' or any common fragrance ingredients, supporting this claim.
The retrieved INCI list does not contain any drying or denatured alcohols, supporting this claim.
The active ingredients Niacinamide and Zinc PCA are well-suited for these concerns, and their percentages are disclosed, providing strong formula logic for this targeting claim.
No prohibited or restricted ingredients identified
No prohibited or restricted ingredients identified
No prohibited or restricted ingredients identified
No prohibited or restricted ingredients identified
No prohibited or restricted ingredients identified
No prohibited or restricted ingredients identified
No prohibited or restricted ingredients identified
No prohibited or restricted ingredients identified
No prohibited or restricted ingredients identified
No prohibited or restricted ingredients identified
Flags are based on publicly available INCI only. Not a substitute for full regulatory compliance review.
The INCI list confirms the presence of Niacinamide and Zinc PCA. The percentages are stated in the product name, which is a strong form of disclosure.
Mentioned only
Niacinamide is known in general research to help reduce the appearance of post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation (acne marks). However, no finished product clinical study specific to this serum is publicly visible to support this claim.
Mentioned only
Both Niacinamide and Zinc PCA have general published research supporting their role in regulating sebum production. No finished product clinical study specific to this serum is publicly visible.
Mentioned only
Niacinamide is generally known to help improve skin texture and reduce the appearance of enlarged pores. This is ingredient-level evidence, not finished product evidence for this specific serum.
Mentioned only
The brand states the product is dermatologically tested, implying finished product testing. However, no details of the test (methodology, sample size, results) are publicly visible.
Evidence visible
The retrieved INCI list does not contain 'Parfum' or any common fragrance ingredients, supporting this claim.
Evidence visible
The retrieved INCI list does not contain any drying or denatured alcohols, supporting this claim.
Evidence visible
The active ingredients Niacinamide and Zinc PCA are well-suited for these concerns, and their percentages are disclosed, providing strong formula logic for this targeting claim.
Mentioned only
