AESTURA A-CICA365 Soothing Redness Relief Face Serum pH4.5 with Centella Asiatica + Hyaluronic vs RETINOL RETINOL SKIN CREAM
AESTURA A-CICA365 Soothing Redness Relief Face Serum pH4.5 with Centella Asiatica + Hyaluronic scores 9.3/9.8 vs RETINOL RETINOL SKIN CREAM at 8.5/9.8. AESTURA A-CICA365 Soothing Redness Relief Face Serum pH4.5 with Centella Asiatica + Hyaluronic wins for formulation safety.
Head to head
A-CICA365 Soothing Redness Relief Face Serum pH4.5 with Centella Asiatica + Hyaluronic
RETINOL SKIN CREAM
Score comparison
AESTURA A-CICA365 Soothing Redness Relief Face Serum pH4.5 with Centella Asiatica + Hyaluronic edges ahead, winning 2 of 5 attributes.
Scores last verified: July 2026
Attribute battle
Hydration Efficacy
RETINOL WINSIrritation Risk
TIEActive Ingredient Strength
RETINOL WINSIngredient Transparency
TIEFormulation Safety
AESTURA WINSIngredient face-off
18% overlapOnly in AESTURA A-CICA365 Soothing Redness Relief Face Serum pH4.5 with Centella Asiatica + Hyaluronic
20 unique
Shared ingredients
10 in common
Only in RETINOL RETINOL SKIN CREAM
47 unique
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 formulation safety, scoring 9.0 compared to RETINOL RETINOL SKIN CREAM's 7.5.
Hydration Efficacy is another area of separation. RETINOL RETINOL SKIN CREAM scores 9.8 here versus 8.4 for AESTURA A-CICA365 Soothing Redness Relief Face Serum pH4.5 with Centella Asiatica + Hyaluronic. 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 rETINOL RETINOL SKIN CREAM relies on Arginine, Glycine Soja (Soybean) Germ Extract, and Royal Jelly Extract. 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
RETINOL RETINOL SKIN CREAM is better if you have
- Sensitive skin — the low-irritation formula keeps things gentle
- Dry or dehydrated skin that craves moisture, thanks to Ingredients (Inci): Water
- Anyone who prefers clean, well-vetted formulations
Value comparison
AESTURA A-CICA365 Soothing Redness Relief Face Serum pH4.5 with Centella Asiatica + Hyaluronic comes in at mid-range pricing with a 9.3 score, which is solid value at that tier.
Our verdict
AESTURA A-CICA365 Soothing Redness Relief Face Serum pH4.5 with Centella Asiatica + Hyaluronic edges ahead with a slightly stronger formulation, but RETINOL RETINOL SKIN CREAM is still a solid pick.
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: AESTURA A-CICA365 Soothing Redness Relief Face Serum pH4.5 with Centella Asiatica + Hyaluronic or RETINOL RETINOL SKIN CREAM?
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 RETINOL RETINOL SKIN CREAM 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 RETINOL RETINOL SKIN CREAM?
The key differences are in their active ingredients and formulation approach. Check the attribute battle above for a detailed breakdown.