Anua Niacinamide 10% + TXA 4% Serum vs VT Reedle Shot 100 Essence
A side-by-side comparison of two Korean serums — ingredients, skin-type fit, size and live UK prices — to help you decide which to buy.

Anua
Niacinamide 10% + TXA 4% Serum
£21.55 delivered
£17.60 + £3.95 delivery (free on LookFantastic orders over £25)
Ships from UK2–3 days · Click & Collect £3.95, free over £25
Ships from UK · £26.80 delivered at MOIDA£22.90 + £3.90 delivery (free on MOIDA orders over £30) · 2–5 working days
Out of stock at YesStyle — showing the next best price.
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VT
Reedle Shot 100 Essence
£23.95 delivered
£20.00 + £3.95 delivery (free on LookFantastic orders over £25)
Ships from UK2–3 days · Click & Collect £3.95, free over £25
Compare all prices| Price (from) | £17.60 | £20.00 |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Serums | Serums |
| Key ingredient | Niacinamide + Tranexamic Acid | Microneedle Technology |
| Best for | oily, combination, normal | dry, oily, combination, normal |
| Targets | brightening, pores, oil-control, acne | texture, brightening, exfoliation |
| Size | 30ml | 50ml |
Which should you choose?
Anua Niacinamide 10% + TXA 4% Serum centres on Niacinamide + Tranexamic Acid, while VT Reedle Shot 100 Essence leads with Microneedle Technology. Both work for oily, combination, normal skin, so it often comes down to texture, price and the active you want to prioritise. On price, Anua Niacinamide 10% + TXA 4% Serum is currently the better value — but prices change daily, so check both below.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the difference between Anua Niacinamide 10% + TXA 4% Serum and VT Reedle Shot 100 Essence?
Both are Korean serums. Anua Niacinamide 10% + TXA 4% Serum is built around Niacinamide + Tranexamic Acid, while VT Reedle Shot 100 Essence leads with Microneedle Technology. Both suit oily, combination, normal skin.
Which is cheaper, Anua Niacinamide 10% + TXA 4% Serum or VT Reedle Shot 100 Essence?
Anua Niacinamide 10% + TXA 4% Serum is currently the cheaper of the two at around £17.60. We check both prices daily across the UK retailers we compare, and each one shows when it was last checked.
Can I use Anua Niacinamide 10% + TXA 4% Serum and VT Reedle Shot 100 Essence together?
In most routines you can layer different product types, but two products of the same step (e.g. two serums) are usually used as alternatives rather than together. Patch-test new actives and introduce one at a time.
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Both of these are Korean serums. Our ranked round-ups price-compare every option we rate for each skin type they suit, not just these two.