Cicabiafine – Intense Repair Hand Cream – 75 ml

Description

AQUA, GLYCERIN, PARAFFINUM LIQUIDUM (Mineral Oil), ISOPROPYL PALMITATE (Potentially comedogenic), PETROLATUM (Mineral Oil), DIMETHICONE (Silicone), STEARYL ALCOHOL, GLYCERYL STEARATE, PEG-100 STEARATE (Nonionic surfactant), PANTHENOL (Pro-vitamin B5), ALLANTOIN (Active ingredient derived from comfrey), ETHYLHEXYLGLYCERIN, CAPRYLYL GLYCOL, PALMITIC ACID (Fatty acid), STEARIC ACID (Fatty acid), AMMONIUM ACRYLOYLDIMETHYLTAURATE/VP COPOLYMER, ACRYLATES/C10-30 ALKYL ACRYLATE CROSSPOLYMER, DISODIUM EDTA, SODIUM HYDROXIDE, TOCOPHERYL ACETATE (Vitamin E derivative), CHLORPHENESIN, PERFUM (Perfume)

My Doctor's Diagnosis: Analysis and Target

Visit Intensive repair hand cream from BiafineCicabiafine is primarily intended for dry, damaged, or chapped skin, often aggravated by frequent washing or external aggressions (cold weather, household products). My analysis of the formula reveals a clear desire to restore the skin barrier and provide immediate relief to fragile hands. This product is in line with the brand's tradition of offering repairing and soothing skincare products.

Formula Analysis: Key Assets

Three key assets catch my attention:

• Glycerine : A powerful humectant, it attracts and retains water in the stratum corneum, promoting long-lasting hydration and limiting dehydration.
• Panthenol (Pro-vitamin B5) : Renowned for its restorative and soothing properties, it stimulates cell regeneration and calms irritation.
• Allantoin : A soothing and restorative active ingredient, it promotes the healing of microcracks and softens the skin.

The presence of occlusive agents (liquid paraffin, petrolatum, dimethicone) creates a protective film that limits water loss and protects against external aggressions. This synergy of active ingredients explains the product's restorative qualities.

Tips and Application Ritual

I apply this cream ideally after each hand wash and in the evening before bedtime to optimize nighttime repair. It can be combined with gentle moisturizers, but I avoid combining it with exfoliating or irritating active ingredients (acids, retinoids) on already sensitive hands. Its rich texture makes it suitable for frequent use, without any risk of major incompatibility.

My Final Verdict & Safety Opinion

Its strengths lie in its moisturizing and repairing properties, high tolerance, and immediate protection. One slight drawback: the texture may seem greasy to some, and the presence of fragrance may not be suitable for ultra-reactive skin. In conclusion, it is a benchmark product for damaged hands, both safe and effective.