Cica Reti-A Essence 0.1

Brand price

USD 20.16 · checked 26 Sept 2026 · on the brand's site

From the brand

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

Key Ingredients

• Fatty alcohol1

  Waxy fatty alcohols used as emollients and thickeners; unrelated to drying alcohol.

  Cetearyl Alcohol

• Ceramide1

  Skin-identical lipids that hold the barrier together.

  Ceramide NP

• Bakuchiol1

  A plant-derived ingredient studied as a retinol alternative.

  Bakuchiol

• PHA1

  Polyhydroxy acids — larger and milder than AHAs.

  Gluconolactone

• Centella asiatica (Cica)5

  Centella asiatica (cica), used to calm irritation.

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

• Polysorbates (Tween emulsifiers)1

  Polysorbate (Tween) emulsifiers.

  Polysorbate 20

• Retinoid2

  Vitamin A derivatives that speed cell turnover.

  Hydroxypinacolone Retinoate, Retinol

• 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

• Hydrating7

  Boosts hydration and relieves dry, tight skin.

  Betaine, Butylene Glycol, Ceramide NP, Dimethicone, Gluconolactone, Sodium Hyaluronate, Stearic Acid

• Barrier Repair15

  Strengthens and restores the skin's natural barrier.

  Allantoin, Bakuchiol, Behenyl Alcohol, Betaine, Centella Asiatica Extract, Ceramide NP, Cetearyl Alcohol, Cetyl Ethylhexanoate, Dimethicone, Glyceryl Stearate, Hydrogenated Poly(C6-14 Olefin), Hydrogenated Vegetable Oil, Niacinamide, Pentaerythrityl Tetraethylhexanoate, Stearic Acid

• Reduces Irritation6

  Eases discomfort and supports skin resilience.

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

• Redness Reducing7

  Soothes visible redness and calms irritation.

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

• Anti-Aging4

  Softens lines and helps skin look youthful.

  Adenosine, Bakuchiol, Hydroxypinacolone Retinoate, Retinol

• Firming2

  Supports elasticity and bounce.

  Adenosine, Retinol

• Smoothing14

  Refines rough or uneven texture.

  Allantoin, Bakuchiol, Behenyl Alcohol, Centella Asiatica Extract, Cetearyl Alcohol, Cetyl Ethylhexanoate, Dimethicone, Glyceryl Stearate, Hydrogenated Poly(C6-14 Olefin), Hydrogenated Vegetable Oil, Hydroxypinacolone Retinoate, Niacinamide, Pentaerythrityl Tetraethylhexanoate, Retinol

• Brightening1

  Restores radiance to dull, tired skin.

  Niacinamide

• Dark Spots2

  Fades dark spots for a more even tone.

  Niacinamide, Retinol

• Even Tone1

  Evens out patchy or uneven colour.

  Niacinamide

• Acne Fighting3

  Helps clear breakouts and keep pores clear.

  Hydroxypinacolone Retinoate, Niacinamide, Retinol

• Oil Control3

  Reduces shine and excess sebum.

  Hydroxypinacolone Retinoate, Niacinamide, Retinol

• Pore Refining2

  Makes pores look smaller and cleaner.

  Niacinamide, Retinol

• Exfoliating1

  Lifts dead surface cells to smooth texture.

  Gluconolactone

• Antioxidant5

  Shields skin from free radical damage.

  Asiaticoside, Bakuchiol, BHA, BHT, Madecassoside

• Anti-Pollution7

  Helps defend against airborne pollutants.

  Allantoin, Asiaticoside, Bakuchiol, BHA, BHT, Dimethicone, Madecassoside

Concerns

• May Trigger Acne4

  Can clog pores or trigger breakouts.

  Cetearyl Alcohol, Hydrogenated Vegetable Oil, Sorbitan Isostearate, Stearic Acid

• May Worsen Seborrheic Dermatitis11

  May feed the yeast involved in seborrheic dermatitis.

  Behenyl Alcohol, Ceramide NP, Cetearyl Alcohol, Cetyl Ethylhexanoate, Glyceryl Stearate, Hydrogenated Vegetable Oil, Polyglyceryl-3 Methylglucose Distearate, Polysorbate 20, Propolis Extract, Sorbitan Isostearate, Stearic Acid

• May Worsen Keratosis Pilaris4

  May clog follicles or strip skin prone to keratosis pilaris.

  Cetearyl Alcohol, Hydrogenated Vegetable Oil, Sorbitan Isostearate, Stearic Acid

• May Worsen Oily Skin1

  May increase shine or excess oil.

  Hydrogenated Vegetable Oil

• May Worsen Irritation1

  May cause stinging, redness or sensitivity.

  Parfum

• May Worsen Eczema1

  May worsen itching or irritation for eczema-prone skin.

  Parfum

• May Worsen Rosacea1

  Can trigger flare-ups in rosacea-prone skin.

  Parfum

Dupes

• Numbuzin No.9 NAD+ BIO Lifting-sil Essence62% match
• VT Cosmetics Cica Collagen Essence62% match