VT COSMETICS Cica Reti-A Essence 0.1 – Gentle Retinol Essence Care

VT COSMETICS Cica Reti-A Essence 0.1 – 0.1% HPR Retinoid Essence for Skin Texture

VT COSMETICS Cica Reti-A Essence 0.1 is a cream-type essence designed to address uneven skin texture, the appearance of visible pores, and the first signs of changes in skin firmness. Its key ingredient is 0.1% hydroxypinacolone retinoate, or HPR—a retinoid-family ingredient formulated not in a watery serum, but in a more comfortable, moisture-retaining base. The number in the name directly indicates the concentration of this primary retinoid.

A retinoid-focused formula with added cica comfort

This essence stands out by combining retinoid action with soothing, skin barrier-supporting ingredients. The HPR is complemented by a small amount of retinol, bakuchiol, and acid-based ingredients relevant to the appearance of pores and surface smoothness. However, the character of the formula is shaped by more than its actives alone: Centella asiatica extract and its fractions, ceramide, and moisture-attracting ingredients help the essence feel less dry than many intensive retinoid concentrates.

• 0.1% hydroxypinacolone retinoate: The precisely stated HPR concentration is the foundation of the formula, targeting a smoother-looking skin texture and the appearance of less prominent pores.
• Centella complex: Centella asiatica extract is accompanied by madecassoside, asiaticoside, asiatic acid, and madecassic acid—ingredients that help support a more comfortable feeling on the skin.
• Barrier-supporting base: Niacinamide, betaine, sodium hyaluronate, allantoin, and ceramide NP contribute to hydration and softness, so the active formula is not focused solely on intensive smoothing.

The essence has a light, milky emulsion texture that initially glides on like a thin lotion, spreads quickly, and leaves a soft, non-greasy layer of comfort once absorbed. It fits naturally into an evening routine, applied after lighter, watery products and before moisturizer. The fragranced formula will appeal most to those specifically looking for a retinoid essence that combines an active retinoid focus with skin barrier support.

Usage

Use VT COSMETICS Cica Reti-A Essence 0.1 in the evening, after cleansing and toning your face. Apply a few drops to clean face and neck, gently patting with fingertips until fully absorbed. Begin by using 2-3 times per week, gradually increasing frequency to daily as your skin tolerates the product. Avoid contact with the eye area. In the morning, always use a broad-spectrum sunscreen. If irritation occurs, reduce frequency of use or discontinue use.

Ingredients

Water, Butylene Glycol, Hydrogenated Poly(C6-14 Olefin), 1-2-Hexanediol, Niacinamide, Cetyl Ethylhexanoate, Pentaerythrityl Tetraethylhexanoate, Dimethyl Isocarbide, Glyceryl Stearate, Polyglyceryl-3 Methylglucose Distearate, Hydrogenated Vegetable Oil, Behenyl Alcohol, Dimethicone, Cetearyl Alcohol, Stearic Acid, Betaine, Hydroxypinacolone Retinoate, Carbomer, Tromethamine, Polyacrylate-13, Ethylhexylglycerin, Centella Asiatica Extract, Adenosine, Polyisobutene, Sodium Hyaluronate, Allantoin, Moringa Oleifera Seed Extract, Gluconolactone, Bakuchiol, Capryloyl Salicylic Acid, Polysorbate 20, Sorbitan Isostearate, Ceramide Np, Retinol, BHT, Propolis Extract, Madecassoside, Asiaticoside, Asiatic Acid, Madecassic Acid, BHA, Disodium EDTA, Fragrance

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