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AESTURA A-CICA365 Soothing Redness Relief Face Serum pH4.5 with Centella Asiatica + Hyaluronic vs ALPYN Clarifying Cleanser with Glycolic Acid for Pores & Blackheads

AESTURA A-CICA365 Soothing Redness Relief Face Serum pH4.5 with Centella Asiatica + Hyaluronic scores 9.3/9.8 vs ALPYN Clarifying Cleanser with Glycolic Acid for Pores & Blackheads at 8.5/9.8. AESTURA A-CICA365 Soothing Redness Relief Face Serum pH4.5 with Centella Asiatica + Hyaluronic wins for hydration.

Head to head

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

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

serummid-range
9.3
VS
ALPYN Clarifying Cleanser with Glycolic Acid for Pores & Blackheads
ALPYN

Clarifying Cleanser with Glycolic Acid for Pores & Blackheads

cleansermid-range
8.5

Score comparison

AESTURA A-CICA365 Soothing Redness Relief Face Serum pH4.5 with Centella Asiatica + Hyaluronic edges ahead, winning 2 of 5 attributes.

2
3
AESTURA wins 2
Tied 3
ALPYN wins 0
9.3AESTURA
+0.8vs
8.5ALPYN

Scores last verified: July 2026

Attribute battle

Hydration Efficacy

AESTURA WINS
8.4
5.8
AESTURA
ALPYN

Irritation Risk

AESTURA WINS
9.5
9.2
AESTURA
ALPYN

Active Ingredient Strength

TIE
6.1
6.0
AESTURA
ALPYN

Ingredient Transparency

TIE
8.5
8.5
AESTURA
ALPYN

Formulation Safety

TIE
9.0
8.9
AESTURA
ALPYN

Ingredient face-off

7% overlap
30AESTURA
3Shared
41ALPYN

Why AESTURA A-CICA365 Soothing Redness Relief Face Serum pH4.5 with Centella Asiatica + Hyaluronic comes out ahead

Where AESTURA A-CICA365 Soothing Redness Relief Face Serum pH4.5 with Centella Asiatica + Hyaluronic really shines is hydration efficacy, scoring 8.4 compared to ALPYN Clarifying Cleanser with Glycolic Acid for Pores & Blackheads's 5.8. With Glycerin, Butylene Glycol, and Dipropylene Glycol in its top ingredients, AESTURA A-CICA365 Soothing Redness Relief Face Serum pH4.5 with Centella Asiatica + Hyaluronic delivers stronger moisture-binding capability.

Irritation Risk is another area of separation. AESTURA A-CICA365 Soothing Redness Relief Face Serum pH4.5 with Centella Asiatica + Hyaluronic scores 9.5 here versus 9.2 for ALPYN Clarifying Cleanser with Glycolic Acid for Pores & Blackheads. That difference comes down to how each formula is built — the ingredient list tells the story.

AESTURA A-CICA365 Soothing Redness Relief Face Serum pH4.5 with Centella Asiatica + Hyaluronic brings Niacinamide, Gluconolactone, and Asiaticoside as actives, while aLPYN Clarifying Cleanser with Glycolic Acid for Pores & Blackheads relies on Hamamelis Virginiana (Witch Hazel) Water, Carica Papaya (Papaya) Fruit Extract, and Lactic Acid. Both approaches have merit, but the positioning and supporting ingredients make the difference.

Best for your skin type

AESTURA A-CICA365 Soothing Redness Relief Face Serum pH4.5 with Centella Asiatica + Hyaluronic is better if you have

  • Sensitive skin — the low-irritation formula keeps things gentle
  • Dry or dehydrated skin that craves moisture, thanks to Glycerin
  • Anyone who prefers clean, well-vetted formulations

ALPYN Clarifying Cleanser with Glycolic Acid for Pores & Blackheads is better if you have

  • Sensitive skin — the low-irritation formula keeps things gentle
  • Anyone who prefers clean, well-vetted formulations

Value comparison

Both sit in the mid-range bracket, so value comes down to formulation quality. AESTURA A-CICA365 Soothing Redness Relief Face Serum pH4.5 with Centella Asiatica + Hyaluronic gets the nod here with its 9.3 overall score — you're getting more for a similar outlay.

Our verdict

✶ Our verdict
+0.8 lead

AESTURA A-CICA365 Soothing Redness Relief Face Serum pH4.5 with Centella Asiatica + Hyaluronic edges ahead with a slightly stronger formulation, but ALPYN Clarifying Cleanser with Glycolic Acid for Pores & Blackheads is still a solid pick.

9.3AESTURA
vs
8.5ALPYN

Frequently asked questions

Which is better: AESTURA A-CICA365 Soothing Redness Relief Face Serum pH4.5 with Centella Asiatica + Hyaluronic or ALPYN Clarifying Cleanser with Glycolic Acid for Pores & Blackheads?

Based on ingredient analysis, AESTURA A-CICA365 Soothing Redness Relief Face Serum pH4.5 with Centella Asiatica + Hyaluronic scores higher overall. See the full score breakdown above for details on each attribute.

Do AESTURA A-CICA365 Soothing Redness Relief Face Serum pH4.5 with Centella Asiatica + Hyaluronic and ALPYN Clarifying Cleanser with Glycolic Acid for Pores & Blackheads share ingredients?

Yes, they share common ingredients. Check the ingredient face-off section above for a detailed comparison.

What's the main difference between AESTURA A-CICA365 Soothing Redness Relief Face Serum pH4.5 with Centella Asiatica + Hyaluronic and ALPYN Clarifying Cleanser with Glycolic Acid for Pores & Blackheads?

The key differences are in their active ingredients and formulation approach. Check the attribute battle above for a detailed breakdown.