The Real Cica Niacinamide AC Calming Serum

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USD 20.80 · checked 26 Sept 2026 · on the brand's site

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What the brand says about this product. Our ingredient analysis follows below.

Key Ingredients

• Vitamin E1

  Tocopherols — fat-soluble antioxidants.

  Tocopherol

• Panthenol (provitamin B5)1

  Provitamin B5 — a humectant and soother.

  Panthenol

• Centella asiatica (Cica)5

  Centella asiatica (cica), used to calm irritation.

  Asiatic Acid, Asiaticoside, Centella Asiatica Extract, Madecassic Acid, Madecassoside

• Hyaluronic acid1

  Hyaluronic acid and its salts; a humectant that binds water to the skin.

  Sodium Hyaluronate

• Niacinamide1

  Vitamin B3 — supports the barrier and evens tone.

  Niacinamide

Benefits

• Hydrating14

  Boosts hydration and relieves dry, tight skin.

  Beta-Glucan, Butylene Glycol, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate, Glycerin, Glyceryl Acrylate/Acrylic Acid Copolymer, Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid, Hydroxyethyl Urea, Panthenol, Scutellaria Baicalensis Root Extract, Sodium Acetylated Hyaluronate, Sodium Hyaluronate, Tocopherol, Trehalose

• Barrier Repair8

  Strengthens and restores the skin's natural barrier.

  Allantoin, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Caprylyl Glycol, Centella Asiatica Extract, Glycerin, Niacinamide, Panthenol, Tocopherol

• Reduces Irritation12

  Eases discomfort and supports skin resilience.

  Allantoin, Asiatic Acid, Asiaticoside, Beta-Glucan, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Centella Asiatica Extract, Chamomilla Recutita Flower Extract, Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate, Madecassic Acid, Madecassoside, Panthenol, Scutellaria Baicalensis Root Extract

• Redness Reducing9

  Soothes visible redness and calms irritation.

  Allantoin, Asiatic Acid, Asiaticoside, Centella Asiatica Extract, Chamomilla Recutita Flower Extract, Madecassic Acid, Madecassoside, Niacinamide, Scutellaria Baicalensis Root Extract

• Smoothing5

  Refines rough or uneven texture.

  Allantoin, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Caprylyl Glycol, Centella Asiatica Extract, Niacinamide

• Brightening2

  Restores radiance to dull, tired skin.

  Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate, Niacinamide

• Dark Spots1

  Fades dark spots for a more even tone.

  Niacinamide

• Even Tone1

  Evens out patchy or uneven colour.

  Niacinamide

• Acne Fighting1

  Helps clear breakouts and keep pores clear.

  Niacinamide

• Oil Control3

  Reduces shine and excess sebum.

  Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Niacinamide, Scutellaria Baicalensis Root Extract

• Pore Refining3

  Makes pores look smaller and cleaner.

  Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Niacinamide, Scutellaria Baicalensis Root Extract

• Antioxidant6

  Shields skin from free radical damage.

  Asiaticoside, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Hydroxyacetophenone, Madecassoside, Polygonum Cuspidatum Root Extract, Tocopherol

• Sun Protection1

  Filters UV to help prevent sun damage.

  Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract

• Anti-Pollution8

  Helps defend against airborne pollutants.

  Allantoin, Asiaticoside, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Glycerin, Hydroxyacetophenone, Madecassoside, Polygonum Cuspidatum Root Extract, Tocopherol

Concerns

• May Trigger Acne1

  Can clog pores or trigger breakouts.

  Tocopherol

• May Worsen Seborrheic Dermatitis1

  May feed the yeast involved in seborrheic dermatitis.

  Sodium Acetylated Hyaluronate

• May Worsen Keratosis Pilaris1

  May clog follicles or strip skin prone to keratosis pilaris.

  Tocopherol

• May Worsen Irritation1

  May cause stinging, redness or sensitivity.

  Tocopherol

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