Cica Repair Cream

Description

AQUA, Apple Fruit Water (Apple), COCO-CAPRYLATE/CAPRATE, GLYCERIN, MYRISTYL MYRISTATE (Potentially comedogenic), TRIBEHENIN, BUTYROSPERMUM PARKII BUTTER (Vegetable shea butter), GLYCERYL STEARATE, glyceryl stearate citrate, PENTYLENE GLYCOL, STEARIC ACID (Fatty acid), Apple Seed Oil (Apple vegetable oil), PYRUS MALUS FRUIT EXTRACT (Apple), PALMITIC ACID (Fatty acid), GLYCERYL CAPRYLATE, XANTHAN GUM, PERFUM (Perfume), SODIUM BENZOATE, SODIUM GLUCONATE, CITRIC ACID, POTASSIUM SORBATE, SODIUM HYDROXIDE

My Doctor's Diagnosis: Analysis and Target

Visit Cica Repair Cream by Yves Rocher is primarily intended for fragile, irritated, or dry skin. Its purpose is to restore the skin barrier, soothe discomfort, and promote epidermal repair. Based on my analysis, the formulation of this product is consistent with this target, thanks to a selection of emollient and repairing active ingredients, while remaining gentle on sensitive skin. However, I note the presence of a potentially comedogenic ingredient, which may limit its use on acne-prone skin.

Formula Analysis: Key Assets

Three main assets catch my attention:

• Shea butter Rich in fatty acids, it intensely nourishes, restores the lipid barrier, and promotes healing. Its emollient action is ideal for dry or damaged skin.
• Glycerine : A powerful humectant, it attracts and retains water in the epidermis, ensuring long-lasting hydration and limiting dehydration.
• Apple extract and oil : Provide antioxidants and nutrients, helping to protect cells and soothe irritation.

The synergy of these active ingredients gives the formula real restorative and protective properties, while maintaining the skin's balance.

Tips and Application Ritual

I recommend applying this cream morning and/or evening to clean skin, paying particular attention to fragile areas. It can be incorporated into a minimalist routine or used after gentle exfoliating treatments. It is compatible with moisturizing active ingredients (hyaluronic acid, panthenol), but I do not recommend using it immediately after retinoids or powerful exfoliating acids to avoid further irritation.

My Final Verdict & Safety Opinion

Yves Rocher's Repairing Cica Cream stands out for its rich texture, restorative properties, and good tolerance on dry or sensitive skin. Its light fragrance is appealing, but could be a drawback for ultra-reactive skin. I recommend this product to restore and soothe the skin, while remaining vigilant on acne-prone skin.