Cicalfate Repairing and Protective Cream
The Verdict & Review beautydecoded:
Dry skin: Very good
Oily skin: Avoid
Anti-aging effectiveness: Low
Effectiveness on blemishes: Poor ⚠️
Effectiveness Hyperpigmentation: Low
Effectiveness on redness: Good ✅
Sensitive skin: Good ✅
Description
AQUA, CAPRYLIC/CAPRIC TRIGLYCERIDE, PARAFFINUM LIQUIDUM (Mineral Oil), HYDROGENATED VEGETABLE OIL (Potentially comedogenic), GLYCERIN, ZINC OXIDE (Mineral UVB filter, SHORT UVA, LONG UVA, Whitening effect), PROPYLENE GLYCOL (Glycol), Polygyceryl-2 sesquistearate, PEG-22/DODECYL GLYCOL COPOLYMER, ALUMINUM SUCROSE OCTASULFATE, ALUMINUM STEARATE, CERA ALBA, COPPER SULFATE (Copper), MAGNESIUM STEARATE, MAGNESIUM SULFATE, MICROCRYSTALLINE WAX (Mineral Oil), AQUA, ZINC SULFATE (Zinc)My Doctor's Diagnosis: Analysis and Target
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Visit Cicalfate Repairing Protective Cream by Avène is primarily intended for fragile, irritated skin or skin prone to external aggressions (cold, friction, post-superficial dermatological procedures). My analysis of the formula highlights its restorative and soothing properties, ideal for sensitive, damaged skin or skin prone to redness, chapping, or irritation. The Avène brand, renowned for its expertise in skin tolerance, offers a formula that aims to restore the skin barrier and limit the risk of secondary infection.
Formula Analysis: Key Assets
Three major assets catch my attention:
- Copper-Zinc Complex Zinc and copper, present in the form of sulfates, have a cleansing effect and limit bacterial proliferation, thereby promoting optimal skin repair.
- Aluminum Sucrose Octasulfate : This active ingredient promotes tissue regeneration by stimulating the migration and proliferation of skin cells, accelerating healing.
- Glycerine : A recognized moisturizing agent, it maintains skin hydration and helps restore the skin's suppleness.
The quality of the product is based on the combination of these repairing and protective active ingredients, while minimizing the risk of intolerance thanks to a fragrance-free formula.
Tips and Application Ritual
I apply Avène Cicalfate cream once or twice a day, on clean, dry skin, in a thin layer on the affected areas. It can be used morning and evening. I recommend avoiding immediate combination with exfoliating active ingredients (acids, retinoids) on the same area, so as not to further irritate fragile skin. It is compatible with gentle moisturizers or sunscreens.
My Final Verdict & Safety Opinion
The strengths of this treatment lie in its restorative effectiveness, high tolerance, and versatility. A slight drawback may be noted in its rich texture, which can leave an occlusive film, and its comedogenic potential for oily skin. In conclusion, it is an excellent choice for safely accelerating skin repair.
Informations complémentaires
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Very good
Very good repair cream (after a procedure) and good hold.
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cream medicine
I put this cream on an abdominoplasty scar and it allowed optimal healing.
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good.
other marquess suit me better
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NZ80
I love this product and recommend it
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me too. it's my miracle cream for all the little bumps and rashes on my sensitive skin.
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good product
used on wound scars, this cream does its job. a must-have in my bathroom.
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well
I don't find it exceptional. Other healing creams have more active ingredients and are more effective.
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The must-have cream
This cream has helped me a few times, irritation, little sunburn. It's definitely a must-have. Ideally, it shouldn't be sticky!
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super
perfect cream after a laser session. i validate 100 %
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Perfect
It heals my little hurts perfectly
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the best in its range
Wonderful cream that reduces irritation or allergies. Also used as a mask
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I use it for all sorts of things, dryness, wounds, acne, but never for post-laser, good idea, thank you.
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very good product for calming/soothing
this product works very well in my home to soothe areas prone to rubbing or irritation. Enjoy without moderation 😉 !
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Top
I have rosacea and it really helps my skin.
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It is perfect for soothing and healing the skin.
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I love it for scars of all kinds, it really does its job at a pretty reasonable price.
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it's almost like a medicated cream!!!
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Hello and what other creams would be better examples? please
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whitish
leaves quite a few traces and I don't penetrate too well
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In fact, it sometimes even fluffs up
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super
ultra-repairing cream. fairly thick and oily but not comedogenic.
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perfect for scars
Following ophthalmic shingles 5 weeks ago, SOS medecin put it on my prescription (not reimbursed, don't dream). The scars on half my face have almost disappeared. There's one left, so I'm continuing. It's thick, so in the morning I only apply a little, and in the evening I cover the scar more. It's a shame I can't apply it to my scalp, because it always bakes there. In any case, I approve of this cream. yes, in the photo, you could say "bof", but if you'd seen it at the beginning! shingles on the face means pustules like chemical burns. horrible! come on, it'll be a must-have for all sores!
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Indispensable
A very good repair cream, an absolute must-have in your pharmacy.
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against all odds
the application does not recommend this product for my skin (oily and sensitive + acne) although it is what best soothes my redness and acne scars.
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just great
I love
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I love this product
It helps to heal an operation scar, a burn, a sunburn, a cut, I even use it on a little boo-boo when I damaged a little «cuticle» skin on my fingers. In 2 days, nothing!
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bof
I didn't like it
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cicalfate repair cream
soothes irritation and effectively protects the skin. Skin is less red and softer the next day. Continue for several days
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La Roche Posay's Cicaplast contains vitamin B5 and madecassosside, derived from the centella plant.
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Hello
Who prescribed it for acne? I don't think it's for this type of problem.
Or just to help heal and break the «crust» of drying pimples.
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I used it for my hands in winter, I suffer from pain due to the cold and it really helped me. For acne, you need to buy the rose, not the green one.
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bof bof
I didn't really like it, it didn't change anything on my skin.
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I agree
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zuper
cream that repairs well, doesn't sting and works quickly despite very fragile skin
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cool
it's greasy, so it's great if you have redness or irritation
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Medium
I'm not really convinced by this healing cream, I don't find it very effective, it's very thick and, above all, it caused the eruption of a large infected pimple on my 10-year-old daughter (cream used morning and night to cause a nice abrasion on the chin). So no, I'm going back to Jonzac for the time being.
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On the other hand, on hands irritated by the cold and repeated washing, it is much more suitable and very effective.