MinimalistMinimalist Niacinamide 10% Serum 10ml + 0.3% Retinol Serum 10ml Anti-Acne, Pore Control & Anti-Aging Skincare

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This Minimalist duo pairs a 10% Niacinamide serum with a 0.3% Retinol serum, each in a 10ml bottle. It is built as a day-and-night style routine for acne-prone skin that also wants pore care and early anti-ageing support, and the small sizes make it a low-commitment trial.

Minimalist has built its name on labelling the percentage of its main active right on the front of the pack, and this combo follows that habit. You get two separate 10ml serums: one with 10% Niacinamide and one with 0.3% Retinol. The listing positions the pair for anti-acne care, pore control and anti-ageing, which covers three of the most common reasons people in their twenties and thirties start a serum routine.

Niacinamide is a form of vitamin B3 that is widely used to help balance the look of oily skin, support the skin barrier and make enlarged pores appear smaller. Retinol is a vitamin A derivative that encourages faster skin renewal, which is why it is associated with smoother texture, fewer clogged pores over time and softer fine lines. A 0.3% strength sits at the gentler, beginner-friendly end of retinol products, though it can still cause dryness or flaking in the first few weeks.

The sensible way to use this kit is to keep the two serums apart in your day. Niacinamide works well in the morning under moisturiser and sunscreen, while retinol belongs in the evening only, because it makes skin more sensitive to sunlight. In humid Indian summers, a light gel moisturiser over retinol is usually enough; in dry North Indian winters or air-conditioned offices, you may need a richer cream to avoid tightness. Daily sunscreen is not optional once you start retinol.

Compared with buying a single 30ml serum, a 10ml pair costs less upfront and lets you check how your skin reacts to each active before committing to full sizes. The trade-off is that 10ml runs out quickly if you use it daily, so treat it as a trial pack. Anyone already using exfoliating acids, benzoyl peroxide or prescription creams should avoid stacking them with retinol on the same night without guidance.

Before you order, check the listing for the expiry date, full ingredient list and whether the seller is Minimalist or an authorised reseller. The kit was listed around ₹427 at the time of writing against an MRP of ₹498. Patch test each serum separately on the inner arm or jawline for a day or two. If you are pregnant, breastfeeding or dealing with severe or cystic acne, speak with a dermatologist before using retinol.

• Two-serum kit: Niacinamide 10% and Retinol 0.3%
• 10ml bottle of each, handy as a trial size
• Positioned for anti-acne, pore control and anti-ageing care
• 0.3% retinol is a beginner-level strength
• Niacinamide suits morning use; retinol is for night only
• Daily sunscreen is essential while using retinol

Who it suits

• Oily and combination skin with clogged pores
• Adults new to retinol who want a gentle starting strength
• People seeing early fine lines along with occasional breakouts
• Anyone wanting to trial both actives before buying full sizes

How to use

1. Patch test each serum separately for 24 to 48 hours.
2. Morning: cleanse, apply 2 to 3 drops of Niacinamide serum, then moisturiser and SPF 30 or higher.
3. Evening: cleanse, let skin dry fully, then apply a pea-sized amount of Retinol serum.
4. Start retinol two or three nights a week and increase slowly if your skin tolerates it.
5. Follow retinol with a moisturiser to reduce dryness.
6. Avoid using retinol on the same night as exfoliating acids unless advised by a dermatologist.