What does VT Cica Reti-A Essence 0.1 do?

A serum is a concentrated treatment used before moisturizer. Based on its ingredients, it's made to: helps with pimples and clogged pores (Capryloyl Salicylic Acid); exfoliates (Gluconolactone, Capryloyl Salicylic Acid); evens out skin tone (Niacinamide, Hydroxypinacolone Retinoate, Retinol); targets fine lines and firmness (Hydroxypinacolone Retinoate, Adenosine, Bakuchiol, Retinol); hydrates (Sodium Hyaluronate).

Cica Reti-A Essence 0.1

Q: What are the ingredients in VT Cica Reti-A Essence 0.1?

VT Cica Reti-A Essence 0.1 has 43 ingredients: Purified Water, Butylene Glycol, Hydrogenated Poly(C6-14 Olefin), 1,2-hexanediol, Niacinamide, Cetyl Ethylhexanoate, Pentaerythrityl Tetraethylhexanoate, Dimethyl Isocarbide, Glyceryl Stearate, Polyglyceryl-3 Methylglucose Distearate, Hydrogenated Vegetable Oil, Behenyl Alcohol, Dimethicone, Cetearyl Alcohol, Stearic Acid, Betaine, Hydroxypinacolone Retinoate, Carbomer, Tromethamine, Polyacrylate-13, Ethylhexylglycerin, Centella Asiatica Extract, Adenosine, Polyisobutene, Sodium Hyaluronate, Allantoin, Moringa Oleifera Seed Extract, Gluconolactone, Bakuchiol, Capryloyl Salicylic Acid, Polysorbate 20, Sorbitan Isostearate, Ceramide Np, Retinol, Bht, Propolis Extract, Madecassoside, Asiaticoside, Asiatic Acid, Madecassic Acid, Baha, Disodium Edta, Parfum.

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VT Cica Reti-A Essence 0.1 is a serum with 43 ingredients. It is rated "avoid" in pregnancy because it contains Hydroxypinacolone Retinoate, Retinol. Common allergens: fragrance, niacinamide.

Sensitive skin: fragrance, niacinamide Why?

fragrance: Fragrance or parfum, and scent ingredients listed by name, such as linalool and limonene. The most common cause of skincare allergies; worth avoiding if you have eczema, rosacea, or very sensitive skin.
niacinamide: A popular, well-tolerated ingredient that can cause redness or flushing for a few people, especially at high strengths.

These flags don't affect the pregnancy rating. They point out the ingredients most likely to make skincare sting, itch, or cause a rash. If your skin is sensitive, or one of them has bothered you before, you may want to skip the product or patch-test it first. Most people use them without a problem.

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What does it do?

A serum is a concentrated treatment used before moisturizer.

Based on its ingredients, it's made to:

Helps with pimples and clogged pores
Ingredients used to clear breakouts and keep pores from clogging.
From Capryloyl Salicylic Acid (no. 30)
Exfoliates
Loosens dead skin cells so skin looks smoother and brighter. Use it a few times a week, not every day, if your skin is sensitive.
From Gluconolactone (no. 28), Capryloyl Salicylic Acid (no. 30)
Evens out skin tone
Used to fade dark spots and marks and even out skin tone over time.
From Niacinamide (no. 5), Hydroxypinacolone Retinoate (no. 17), Retinol (no. 34)
Targets fine lines and firmness
Ingredients used for fine lines, firmness, and smoother texture.
From Hydroxypinacolone Retinoate (no. 17), Adenosine (no. 23), Bakuchiol (no. 29), Retinol (no. 34)
Hydrates
Draws water into the skin, so it feels plumper and less tight.
From Sodium Hyaluronate (no. 25)

Worked out from the ingredient list. Labels don't show amounts, so how well it works depends on the formula and your skin.

Is VT Cica Reti-A Essence 0.1 safe to use during pregnancy?

Jouaxia rates VT Cica Reti-A Essence 0.1 "Avoid" for pregnancy because it contains Hydroxypinacolone Retinoate, Retinol. Retinoid (vitamin A derivative): Topical retinoids are generally recommended to be avoided in pregnancy; oral retinoids are known to cause birth defects (MotherToBaby/ACOG, Mayo Clinic). Capryloyl Salicylic Acid. Salicylic acid / BHA: ACOG says over-the-counter salicylic acid products may be used if needed, but absorption rises with frequent use or large areas; avoid high-strength peels (MotherToBaby/ACOG, Bozzo et al. 2011). This is general information, not medical advice. Check with your OB-GYN or dermatologist.

Does VT Cica Reti-A Essence 0.1 contain fragrance or other common allergens?

Yes. VT Cica Reti-A Essence 0.1 contains fragrance, niacinamide, which can bother sensitive skin. This doesn't affect its pregnancy rating, and most people use these ingredients without a problem; if your skin is sensitive or you've reacted to one before, patch-test it first or look for an alternative.

Is it OK for kids and teens?

Kids (ages 3–11)

Not for kids

Retinoid (vitamin A) (Hydroxypinacolone Retinoate, Retinol): An anti-aging and acne active children's skin doesn't need; dermatologists see red, itchy rashes in kids who use retinoids, and they make skin more sensitive to the sun.
Acne treatment (Capryloyl Salicylic Acid): Benzoyl peroxide, salicylic acid, and adapalene treat acne well, but for children under 12 it's best to check with a doctor first, and to start gently.
Fragrance or essential oils (Parfum): Children's skin reacts to fragrance and essential oils more easily; fragrance-free products are the usual advice for kids, especially with eczema or sensitive skin.

Teens (ages 12–17)

Use with care

Anti-aging retinoid (Hydroxypinacolone Retinoate, Retinol): Teen skin doesn't need anti-aging retinol, and it can irritate and make skin more sensitive to the sun. For pimples, adapalene (sold over the counter from age 12) is the retinoid dermatologists recommend.

Helps with acne: Niacinamide, Capryloyl Salicylic Acid.

General guidance from the ingredient list, not medical advice. For babies under 3, or skin problems that don't get better, ask a doctor. How we rate for kids and teens · Skincare for teens

What are the ingredients in VT Cica Reti-A Essence 0.1?

43 ingredients. The ones we flag come first, with their place on the label. Select an ingredient to see what it does.

Hydroxypinacolone Retinoate no. 17 on the label
Avoid in pregnancy: Retinoid (vitamin A derivative). Topical retinoids are generally recommended to be avoided in pregnancy; oral retinoids are known to cause birth defects (MotherToBaby/ACOG, Mayo Clinic).
Retinol no. 34 on the label
Avoid in pregnancy: Retinoid (vitamin A derivative). Topical retinoids are generally recommended to be avoided in pregnancy; oral retinoids are known to cause birth defects (MotherToBaby/ACOG, Mayo Clinic).
Capryloyl Salicylic Acid no. 30 on the label
Use caution in pregnancy: Salicylic acid / BHA. ACOG says over-the-counter salicylic acid products may be used if needed, but absorption rises with frequent use or large areas; avoid high-strength peels (MotherToBaby/ACOG, Bozzo et al. 2011).
Niacinamide no. 5 on the label
Sensitive skin: niacinamide.
Parfum no. 43 on the label
Sensitive skin: fragrance.

38 other ingredients: nothing flaggedShow

Ingredient list from YesStyle. Formulas change, so check the packaging of the product you buy.

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