Farmacy 1% Vitamin A Retinol Serum vs VT Cica Daily Soothing Mask Sheet
Farmacy 1% Vitamin A Retinol Serum scores 9.1/9.8 vs VT Cica Daily Soothing Mask Sheet at 8.6/9.8. Farmacy 1% Vitamin A Retinol Serum wins for active ingredients.
Head to head
1% Vitamin A Retinol Serum
Cica Daily Soothing Mask Sheet
Score comparison
Farmacy 1% Vitamin A Retinol Serum edges ahead, winning 3 of 5 attributes.
Scores last verified: July 2026
Attribute battle
Hydration Efficacy
VT WINSIrritation Risk
TIEActive Ingredient Strength
VT WINSIngredient Transparency
VT WINSFormulation Safety
Farmacy WINSIngredient face-off
16% overlapOnly in Farmacy 1% Vitamin A Retinol Serum
33 unique
Only in VT Cica Daily Soothing Mask Sheet
38 unique
Why Farmacy 1% Vitamin A Retinol Serum comes out ahead
Where Farmacy 1% Vitamin A Retinol Serum really shines is active ingredient strength, scoring 5.9 compared to VT Cica Daily Soothing Mask Sheet's 8.2. Its formula features Ceramide Np, Tocopherol, and Retinol in high positions, signalling meaningful concentrations.
Formulation Safety is another area of separation. Farmacy 1% Vitamin A Retinol Serum scores 9.0 here versus 8.0 for VT Cica Daily Soothing Mask Sheet. That difference comes down to how each formula is built — the ingredient list tells the story.
Farmacy 1% Vitamin A Retinol Serum brings Ceramide Np, Tocopherol, and Retinol as actives, while vT Cica Daily Soothing Mask Sheet relies on Citrus Grandis (Grapefruit) Seed Extract, Arginine, and Centella Asiatica Extract. Both approaches have merit, but the positioning and supporting ingredients make the difference.
Best for your skin type
Farmacy 1% Vitamin A Retinol Serum 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
VT Cica Daily Soothing Mask Sheet is better if you have
- Sensitive skin — the low-irritation formula keeps things gentle
- Dry or dehydrated skin that craves moisture, thanks to Glycerin
- Targeting specific concerns like aging or uneven tone — Citrus Grandis (Grapefruit) Seed Extract does the heavy lifting
Value comparison
At premium pricing with a score of 9.1, Farmacy 1% Vitamin A Retinol Serum delivers strong value. VT Cica Daily Soothing Mask Sheet sits at the mid-range level with a 8.6 score — the extra cost doesn't translate to better scores here.
Our verdict
Farmacy 1% Vitamin A Retinol Serum edges ahead with a slightly stronger formulation, but VT Cica Daily Soothing Mask Sheet is still a solid pick.
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: Farmacy 1% Vitamin A Retinol Serum or VT Cica Daily Soothing Mask Sheet?
Based on ingredient analysis, Farmacy 1% Vitamin A Retinol Serum scores higher overall. See the full score breakdown above for details on each attribute.
Do Farmacy 1% Vitamin A Retinol Serum and VT Cica Daily Soothing Mask Sheet share ingredients?
Yes, they share common ingredients. Check the ingredient face-off section above for a detailed comparison.
What's the main difference between Farmacy 1% Vitamin A Retinol Serum and VT Cica Daily Soothing Mask Sheet?
The key differences are in their active ingredients and formulation approach. Check the attribute battle above for a detailed breakdown.