Celimax The Vita A Retinol Shot Tightening Serum vs The Derma Co 10% Cica-Glow Face Serum with Tranexamic Acid & Kojic Acid

Celimax

The Derma Co

A serum built around Panthenol and Vitamin E, for hydration and barrier repair.

A serum built around Niacinamide and Tranexamic acid, for brightening and fading dark spots.

Serum

42 ingredients

24 ingredients

Brand price

USD 23.40 · checked 26 Sept 2026 · brand's site

Brand price

INR 599.00 · checked 28 Sept 2026 · brand's site

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Brand from South Korea

Brand from India

At a Glance

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Vitamin E1
Tocopherols — fat-soluble antioxidants.
Tocopherol
Panthenol (provitamin B5)1
Provitamin B5 — a humectant and soother.
Panthenol
Retinoid1
Vitamin A derivatives that speed cell turnover.
Retinol
Copper peptides1
Copper-bound peptides studied for repair and firmness.
Copper Tripeptide-1

Alpha arbutin1
A gentler glycosylated relative of hydroquinone.
Alpha-Arbutin
PHA1
Polyhydroxy acids — larger and milder than AHAs.
Gluconolactone
Vitamin C derivative (stable)1
Stable derivatives of ascorbic acid.
3-O-Ethyl Ascorbic Acid
Centella asiatica (Cica)1
Centella asiatica (cica), used to calm irritation.
Centella Asiatica Extract

Hydrating3
Boosts hydration and relieves dry, tight skin.
Ethoxydiglycol, Gluconolactone, Propanediol
Barrier Repair3
Strengthens and restores the skin's natural barrier.
Centella Asiatica Extract, Lecithin, Niacinamide
Reduces Irritation1
Eases discomfort and supports skin resilience.
Centella Asiatica Extract
Redness Reducing3
Soothes visible redness and calms irritation.
Centella Asiatica Extract, Niacinamide, Tranexamic Acid

May Trigger Acne1
Can clog pores or trigger breakouts.
Tocopherol
May Worsen Seborrheic Dermatitis11
May feed the yeast involved in seborrheic dermatitis.
Acetyl Hexapeptide-8, Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer, C12-20 Alkyl Glucoside, C14-22 Alcohols, Glyceryl Stearate, Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil, Lauryl Glucoside, Myristyl Glucoside, Palmitoyl Pentapeptide-4, Palmitoyl Tripeptide-1, Polyglyceryl-6 Laurate
May Worsen Keratosis Pilaris1
May clog follicles or strip skin prone to keratosis pilaris.
Tocopherol
May Worsen Oily Skin1
May increase shine or excess oil.
Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil

May Worsen Seborrheic Dermatitis1
May feed the yeast involved in seborrheic dermatitis.
Lecithin

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Water
Skin Conditioning
Methylpropanediol
Solvent
0-1 / —
Glycerin
Humectant
0 / 0
- Possibly animal-derived
- Hydrating
1,2-Hexanediol
Skin Conditioning
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
Occlusive
1 / 1
Panthenol
Skin Conditioning
0 / 0
- Panthenol (provitamin B5)
- Barrier Repair
- Hydrating
- Reduces Irritation
Polypropylsilsesquioxane
Film Forming
- Silicones
C14-22 Alcohols
Emulsion Stabilising
- Fatty alcohols (Malassezia)
- May Worsen Seborrheic Dermatitis
Glyceryl Stearate
Emollient
1 / 0
- Fatty esters (glyceryl stearate, PEG-100 stearate)
- Possibly animal-derived
- May Worsen Seborrheic Dermatitis
Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/Vp Copolymer
Viscosity Controlling
0-1 / —

These ingredients are found in both products.

Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.

Xanthan Gum
Binding, Emulsion Stabilising, Gel Forming, Skin Conditioning, Cleansing, Emulsifying, Viscosity Controlling
Xanthan gum
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Ethylhexylglycerin
Deodorant, Skin Conditioning
Ethylhexylglycerin is the organic compound that conforms to the formula
Learn more about Ethylhexylglycerin →