innisfree Retinol Cica Ampoule vs VT Cica Daily Soothing Mask Sheet
innisfree Retinol Cica Ampoule scores 8.5/9.8 and VT Cica Daily Soothing Mask Sheet scores 8.6/9.8 — a near-tie where your skin type decides the winner.
Head to head
Retinol Cica Ampoule
Cica Daily Soothing Mask Sheet
Score comparison
These two are neck and neck — just 0.1 points apart.
Scores last verified: July 2026
Attribute battle
Hydration Efficacy
TIEIrritation Risk
TIEActive Ingredient Strength
VT WINSIngredient Transparency
TIEFormulation Safety
innisfree WINSIngredient face-off
31% overlapOnly in innisfree Retinol Cica Ampoule
10 unique
Shared ingredients
14 in common
Only in VT Cica Daily Soothing Mask Sheet
31 unique
Why these two are neck and neck
These two masks 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.
Formulation Safety is another area of separation. innisfree Retinol Cica Ampoule 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.
VT Cica Daily Soothing Mask Sheet brings Citrus Grandis (Grapefruit) Seed Extract, Arginine, and Centella Asiatica Extract as actives, while innisfree Retinol Cica Ampoule relies on Niacinamide, Tocopherol, and Retinol. Both approaches have merit, but the positioning and supporting ingredients make the difference.
Best for your skin type
innisfree Retinol Cica Ampoule is better if you have
- Sensitive skin — the low-irritation formula keeps things gentle
- Dry or dehydrated skin that craves moisture, thanks to Butylene Glycol
- 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 budget pricing with a score of 8.5, innisfree Retinol Cica Ampoule is a decent pick. VT Cica Daily Soothing Mask Sheet sits at the mid-range level with a 8.6 score — the higher investment pays off in formulation quality.
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.
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: innisfree Retinol Cica Ampoule or VT Cica Daily Soothing Mask Sheet?
Based on ingredient analysis, VT Cica Daily Soothing Mask Sheet scores higher overall. See the full score breakdown above for details on each attribute.
Do innisfree Retinol Cica Ampoule 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 innisfree Retinol Cica Ampoule 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.