Vitamin C 10% Face Serum vs A-CICA365 Soothing Redness Relief Face Serum pH4.5 with Centella Asiatica + Hyaluronic — Ingredient Comparison

Minimalist

Vitamin C 10% Face Serum

Serum · 19 ingredients

Minimalist Vitamin C 10% Face Serum for Brightening Improves Hydration for All Skin Types.

AESTURA

A-CICA365 Soothing Redness Relief Face Serum pH4.5 with Centella Asiatica + Hyaluronic

Serum · 30 ingredients

A soothing serum formulated at pH 4.5 to calm visible redness and support a compromised moisture barrier. It features a proprietary CICA complex of centella asiatica, zinc, and PHA to soothe and calm skin, alongside niacinamide for nourishment and a combination of hyaluronic acid and glycerin for intense hydration. Fragrance-free, alcohol-free, hypoallergenic, and non-comedogenic, it is well suited for sensitive or redness-prone skin.

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How these two interact

No conflicts — safe to layer

Both are Serum products.

Niacinamide+AHA

Barrier support for acids

At a glance

Fragrance-free

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Vegan

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Price

$12.99

$25.01 less

$38

Key ingredients

L-Ascorbic Acid

A form of vitamin C — an antioxidant that brightens, fades dark spots, and supports collagen.

Hyaluronic Acid

Holds water in the skin for instant plumping and hydration.

AHA

A water-soluble acid that exfoliates the surface for smoother, brighter, more even skin.

Centella

Calms inflammation and speeds barrier recovery.

Glycerin

The workhorse humectant — simple, effective, and exceptionally well-tolerated.

Gluconolactone (PHA)

A gentle, large-molecule exfoliant that smooths and hydrates — ideal for sensitive skin.

Lactic Acid (AHA)

A water-soluble acid that exfoliates the surface for smoother, brighter, more even skin.

Niacinamide

Strengthens the barrier, controls oil, and fades dark spots — gentle and plays well with almost everything.

Glycerin

The workhorse humectant — simple, effective, and exceptionally well-tolerated.

Gluconolactone (PHA)

A gentle, large-molecule exfoliant that smooths and hydrates — ideal for sensitive skin.

Squalane

A lightweight, biomimetic oil that softens without clogging pores — pairs perfectly with strong actives to offset dryness.

Cholesterol

A barrier lipid that helps seal in moisture and repair the skin barrier.

Centella

Calms inflammation and speeds barrier recovery.

Hyaluronic Acid

Holds water in the skin for instant plumping and hydration.

L-Ascorbic Acid

A form of vitamin C — an antioxidant that brightens, fades dark spots, and supports collagen.

Zinc Pca

Controls oil and calms blemish-prone skin.

What it targets

Hydration

Barrier

Brightening

Anti-aging

Texture

Soothing

Antioxidant