Verified dupe · Cream
Sulwhasoo Concentrated Ginseng Renewing Cream Rich vs VT Cica Reti-A Cream 0.05
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Why this dupe
The proof is in the ingredients, not the price
Retinol, Hyaluronic Acid and other key ingredients appear in both full ingredient lists.
In the full lists, 12 ingredients overlap.
Who it's for
A good fit if you want to manage wrinkles and firmness while calming skin. Both use retinol and hyaluronic acid to support firmness.
VT adds more soothing ingredients, so it stays gentle on sensitive skin.
What works and what to weigh
- Same retinol core for firmness as the original
- More firmness and soothing from VT
- About 86% cheaper
- –The original adds barrier-replenishing and firming peptide ingredients with signature extras like ginseng extract. If firmness comes first though, VT is enough.
Dupe match score
A blended score across key ingredients, benefit match, category and price. It reflects how recommendable the alternative is, not how identical the two products are.
Efficacy
The two overlap on some of these benefits. Each row shows which side covers it.
4 contributing ingredients
1 contributing ingredients
4 contributing ingredients
4 contributing ingredients
1 contributing ingredients
1 contributing ingredients
Key shared ingredients · 2 (1 uncommon)
The key ingredients both products share — the basis for the match.
A Korea MFDS-notified anti-wrinkle vitamin A ingredient, widely used for firmness and texture.
A signature humectant that pulls in and holds water, leaving skin hydrated and smooth.
The lists are long, so the reference line lands late and the reading becomes unreliable. So we cannot tell how much of each shared ingredient these two products actually contain, and we would rather say that than guess.
Full ingredient comparison
Both full ingredient lists compared. More shared ingredients means a closer match.
Ingredients are listed by amount. Below 1%, brands may list them in any order, so ranking there means little.
Compared by full ingredient list. It does not mean concentration or texture are identical, and prices are as of the listed time.
Check before you buy
One last look before you buy: watch-outs, what each skips, and usage tips.
Watch-outs
Sulwhasoo
VT
Also on foreign regulatory lists: Phenoxyethanol (EU and 6 other regions). Details in the ingredient dictionary
Fragrance, parabens, etc. that some prefer to avoid. Products within labeled limits are generally fine.
Not included
Whether each product contains ingredients some prefer to avoid. A preference, not a safety verdict.
Before you reach for this dupe
- Both contain retinol, so start with a small amount at night and build up as your skin adjusts. Wear sunscreen during the day while you use it.
- Both include fragrance, so patch test on your inner arm first if you are sensitive to fragrance.
How skin responds to ingredients varies from person to person. If your skin is sensitive or you have a specific condition, check with a doctor first.
₩21,850₩150,890
VT Cica Reti-A Cream 0.05
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How we pick a dupe
We compare the full ingredient lists and only pair products that share core actives. Prices are checked against market listings, and ingredients with Korea MFDS usage standards are flagged on the page.
Disclaimer
This comparison is based on full-ingredient (INCI) data published under cosmetics law.
Shared ingredients mean the full-ingredient lists overlap, not that blend concentrations match; how a product feels and performs can differ by formulation and ingredient grade.
Prices are market-verified against stores such as Coupang and may differ from official store prices; discounts and temporary changes may not be reflected, so check the seller before buying.
For sensitive skin, eczema, pregnancy or other special cases, please do not decide on this analysis alone and consult a dermatologist.
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