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Aestura Theracne 365 Active Cream vs SCINIC SCINIC Cicanoid Cream

Aestura Theracne 365 Active Cream scores 8.0/9.8 and SCINIC SCINIC Cicanoid Cream scores 8.0/9.8 — a near-tie where your skin type decides the winner.

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Theracne 365 Active Cream

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8.0

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SCINIC Cicanoid Cream

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8.0

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Score comparison

These two are neck and neck — just 0.0 points apart.

Aestura wins 0

Tied 5

SCINIC wins 0

8.0Aestura

8.0SCINIC

Scores last verified: April 2026

Attribute battle

Hydration Efficacy

TIE

7.8

Aestura

SCINIC

Irritation Risk

TIE

9.5

Aestura

SCINIC

Active Ingredient Strength

TIE

5.9

5.8

Aestura

SCINIC

Ingredient Transparency

TIE

7.8

Aestura

SCINIC

Formulation Safety

TIE

9.0

Aestura

SCINIC

Ingredient face-off

78% overlap

16Aestura

14Shared

18SCINIC

Only in Aestura Theracne 365 Active Cream

2 unique

Dimethicone Salicylic Acid

Shared ingredients

14 in common

Water Glycerin Butylene Glycol Cetearyl Alcohol Niacinamide Centella Asiatica Extract 2-Hexanediol Sodium Hyaluronate Panthenol Allantoin+4 more

Only in SCINIC SCINIC Cicanoid Cream

4 unique

Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride Ceramide Np Cetearyl Olivate Sorbitan Olivate

Why these two are neck and neck

These two moisturisers take different paths to a similar destination. Both formulas include solid hydrating ingredients, and the overall scores reflect that — the gap here is genuinely slim.

Aestura Theracne 365 Active Cream brings Niacinamide, Centella Asiatica Extract, and Salicylic Acid as actives, while sCINIC SCINIC Cicanoid Cream relies on Centella Asiatica Extract, Madecassoside, and Ceramide Np. Both approaches have merit, but the positioning and supporting ingredients make the difference.

Best for your skin type

Aestura Theracne 365 Active Cream 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

SCINIC SCINIC Cicanoid Cream 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

Value comparison

At mid-range pricing with a score of 8.0, Aestura Theracne 365 Active Cream is a decent pick. SCINIC SCINIC Cicanoid Cream sits at the budget level with a 8.0 score — the extra cost doesn't translate to better scores here.

Our verdict

✶ Our verdict

It's a close call — both products score within 0.3 points of each other. Your choice depends on your specific skin concerns.

8.0Aestura

8.0SCINIC

Frequently asked questions

Which is better: Aestura Theracne 365 Active Cream or SCINIC SCINIC Cicanoid Cream?

Based on ingredient analysis, Aestura Theracne 365 Active Cream scores higher overall. See the full score breakdown above for details on each attribute.

Do Aestura Theracne 365 Active Cream and SCINIC SCINIC Cicanoid 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 Theracne 365 Active Cream and SCINIC SCINIC Cicanoid Cream?

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

Full analysis: Aestura Theracne 365 Active Cream→Full analysis: SCINIC SCINIC Cicanoid Cream→

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