Cicabio Cream+

Description

AQUA, GLYCERIN, ETHYLHEXYL PALMITATE, FRUCTOOLIGOSACCHARIDES (Prebiotic), ZINC OXIDE (Mineral UVB filter, SHORT UVA, LONG UVA, Whitening effect), SORBITAN STEARATE (Nonionic surfactant), PEG-30 DIPOLYHYDROXYSTEARATE, BUTYLENE GLYCOL, POLYACRYLAMIDE, C13-14 ISOPARAFFIN (Mineral Oil), LAURETH-7, COPPER SULFATE (Copper), MANNITOL (Sugar), SODIUM HYALURONATE (Hyaluronic acid), XYLITOL (Sugar), ZINC SULFATE (Zinc), VITIS VINIFERA VINE EXTRACT (Vine), RHAMNOSIS (Sugar), LAURETH-3, ASIATICOSIDE (Active ingredient derived from Centella asiatica), MADECASSIC ACID (Active ingredient derived from Centella asiatica), ASIATIC ACID (Active ingredient derived from Centella asiatica), HYDROXYETHYLCELLULOSE, Acetyl Dipepetide-1 Cetyl Ester (Peptide), POTASSIUM SORBATE, CAPRYLIC/CAPRIC TRIGLYCERIDE, LAMINARIA OCHROLEUCA EXTRACT (Seaweed extracts)

My Doctor's Diagnosis: Analysis and Target

Bioderma's Cicabio cream is mainly intended for fragile, irritated skin or skin undergoing repair. It targets problems such as dryness, superficial irritation, redness after dermatological procedures, and minor everyday injuries. My expert opinion is that Bioderma's formula stands out for its multifunctional approach, which aims to accelerate the regeneration of the skin barrier while limiting the risk of infection and discomfort.

Formula Analysis: Key Assets

Three major assets catch my attention:

• Centella Asiatica Complex (Asiaticoside, Madecassic Acid, Asiatic Acid) These molecules derived from Centella asiatica are known to stimulate collagen synthesis, promote healing, and soothe inflammation. Their synergistic action accelerates tissue repair.
• Zinc (Zinc Oxide, Zinc Sulfate) Zinc has antibacterial and anti-inflammatory properties, limiting microbial proliferation and reducing the risk of infection on damaged skin.
• Sodium Hyaluronate This low molecular weight hyaluronic acid intensely hydrates, promotes water retention, and optimizes the suppleness of skin undergoing repair.

The presence of prebiotics (fructooligosaccharides) and algae extracts complements the repairing and protective action, justifying the overall quality of the product.

Tips and Application Ritual

I recommend applying Cicabio Cream morning and evening to clean, dry skin, directly to the affected area. It can be used alone or in combination with a light moisturizer. Avoid immediate combination with powerful exfoliating active ingredients (acids, retinoids) to avoid further irritating the skin. Compatible with soothing or simple moisturizing skincare products.

My Final Verdict & Safety Opinion

The strengths of Cicabio Cream lie in its versatility, high tolerance, and effectiveness in skin repair. The texture may leave a slight protective film, sometimes perceived as occlusive, but this helps to protect the skin. In conclusion, it is a benchmark skincare product for supporting healing and soothing fragile skin, with an excellent safety profile.