VT Cosmetics VT – Cica Vital Essence
By Nur → Last verified 9/29/2026
Price checked 9/29/2026
List price $27.84. Price-checked 2026-09-29.
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What we found
Based on how this product compares to others in the serums category, cross-referenced against retailer listings and market data.
Strengths
- + 2022 Glowpick Beauty Awards, best brightening essence/serum, 2nd place
- + Confirmed actives: niacinamide, centella asiatica, propolis extract, ceramide NP
Worth knowing
- - Confirmed to contain fragrance (Parfum appears at the end of the INCI) -- not fragrance-free
Key ingredients
These are the ingredients VT Cosmetics highlights for this product, cross-checked against general dermatological and cosmetic-chemistry sources, not a full INCI list.
Fragrance: this formula contains added fragrance.
| Ingredient | What it is | What it does for skin |
|---|---|---|
| Niacinamide | A form of vitamin B3, one of the most studied ingredients in cosmetic dermatology. | Strengthens the skin barrier by boosting ceramide production, helps even out tone by limiting pigment transfer to skin cells, and can reduce the look of enlarged pores. |
| Centella asiatica extract | A plant extract, also called Cica or tiger grass, long used in traditional medicine for wound healing. | Calms redness and irritation and supports the skin barrier; some preclinical and limited clinical research suggests it may also support collagen production, though more rigorous long-term studies are still needed to confirm this. |
| Sodium hyaluronate | The salt form of hyaluronic acid, commonly used for its water solubility and stability in formulas; molecular weight varies by product rather than being uniformly smaller. | Draws and holds moisture the same way hyaluronic acid does; how easily it absorbs depends on the specific molecular weight used, which formulas don't always disclose. |
| Hyaluronic acid | A humectant naturally found in skin, capable of holding many times its weight in water. | Draws moisture into the skin's surface, helping it look and feel plumper and more hydrated. |
| Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid | Hyaluronic acid broken down into smaller fragments for easier absorption. | Delivers hydration to the skin's upper layers more readily than larger-molecule hyaluronic acid. |
| Ascorbic Acid | Pure vitamin C, the classic reference form and among the most extensively studied, though prone to oxidizing (degrading) once opened. | A strong antioxidant that helps brighten and even skin tone; actual potency depends heavily on concentration, pH, and formulation, which isn't always disclosed, so it isn't automatically stronger than a stable derivative at an adequate dose. |
| Panthenol | Pro-vitamin B5, which converts to pantothenic acid once absorbed into skin. | Hydrates as a humectant, supports wound healing, and has anti-inflammatory, soothing effects on irritated skin. |
| Tocopherol | The chemical name for vitamin E as typically used in skincare formulas. | Helps neutralize free radicals from UV and pollution exposure and supports the skin's moisture barrier. |
| Ceramide NP | One specific, well-studied type of ceramide used in skincare formulas. | Reinforces the skin barrier and helps it retain moisture, the same core ceramide function. |
| Asiaticoside | One of centella asiatica's primary triterpenoid glycosides, alongside madecassoside. | Studied for supporting wound healing and collagen synthesis; often included alongside madecassoside for a broader range of centella's soothing and repair-supporting effects. |
| Madecassoside | One of centella asiatica's key active compounds, often isolated and purified. | A soothing, antioxidant compound studied for calming sensitive and reactive skin and supporting barrier repair. |
| Propolis extract | A resin-like substance bees create from plant compounds, used for its antimicrobial properties. | Has antibacterial and anti-inflammatory effects that help calm irritation and support healing, often used for acne-prone or sensitive skin.Note: Bee-derived; worth noting for anyone with a known bee product or propolis allergy. |
What the brand says
VT Cosmetics's own marketing claims, not our own findings.
- Formulated with Cicahylon (Centella Asiatica Extract and 3 types of Hyaluronic Acids) to moisturize skin
- Contains Yuzu Seed Peptide that can be easily absorbed and make your skin look vibrant. Contains Vitamin C (made in England) that brightens skin
Research-Based
Our assessment comes from pricing, ingredients, and published information, not personal use, the same standard we apply across the site. This product hasn't been hands-on tested yet. See our Methodology for what that distinction means.
Price history
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Frequently asked
How much does VT Cosmetics VT – Cica Vital Essence cost per mL?
$0.22 per mL (currently $22.27 for 100 mL).
Has VT Cosmetics VT – Cica Vital Essence been hands-on tested?
Not yet. Our assessment for this product comes from pricing, ingredients, and published information, not personal use, the same standard we apply across the site. See our Methodology for what that distinction means.
What are the key ingredients in VT Cosmetics VT – Cica Vital Essence?
The ingredients VT Cosmetics highlights for this product include Niacinamide, Centella asiatica extract, Sodium hyaluronate, Hyaluronic acid, Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid, Ascorbic Acid, Panthenol, Tocopherol, Ceramide NP, Asiaticoside, Madecassoside, Propolis extract.
Sources
Pricing and availability for this product were verified against the following retailer listings.