The Ordinary Niacinamide 10% + Zinc 1% Serum Review
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- Best for
- oily, combination, sensitive
- Price
- $6.00 / 30 mL
- Main claim
- Anti-aging firming
- Texture
- Lightweight, water-based serum
Editorial pick only.
Quick verdict
The Ordinary Niacinamide 10% + Zinc 1% Serum sits in the budget tier at $6.00 for 30 mL. Best for oily, combination, sensitive skin.
Key ingredients
What the hero actives in Niacinamide 10% + Zinc 1% Serum are supposed to do.
Primary
Niacinamide (10%)
Supporting
Zinc PCA (1%), Pentylene Glycol, Dimethyl Isosorbide, Tamarindus Indica Seed Gum, Xanthan Gum
Learn more about these actives
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Final verdict
The Ordinary Niacinamide 10% + Zinc 1% Serum is a budget face serum for oily, combination, sensitive skin.
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Editor's note
Reviewed by the BLC Editorial Team using our standardized 7-criteria scoring methodology. Independent and not sponsored.
Last updated: Jul 24, 2026. Read how we evaluate.