Beplain Cicaful Calming Gel
Works for
MoisturizingCeramide np, Centella asiatica extract + 2 moreWorks well
“Formulated with fig extract and ceramide ingredients that help strengthen skin barriers.”
This product can help soften the skin and reduce its moisture loss with emollients and occlusives: ceramide np.
Keep in mind that this product does not contain effective ingredients to attract water to the upper layer of the skin. This is why an additional product with humectants like glycerin or hyaluronic acid can be helpful (apply it before this product for the best results).
The following ingredients in this product are especially good for supporting the skin barrier and helping with the hydration level: ceramide np
Anti-agingSide benefit · Centella asiatica extractMay help
This product contains centella asiatica extract. This ingredient might be able to help reduce and prevent fine lines and wrinkles, improve skin elasticity and firmness, but there is not enough evidence that it actually works.
Anti-oxidationSide benefit · Centella asiatica extract, Ficus carica fruit extract + 1 moreMay help
This product contains antioxidants (centella asiatica extract, ficus carica fruit extract) that might be able to help neutralize free radicals in skin to lessen the damage it gets from the UV light (sun). There is not enough evidence to confirm their effectiveness in skin though.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy8 flagged ingredientsLow risk
ComedogenicClean of flagged comedogenic ingredientsNone flagged
User reviews
3 of 3 community members would buy it again.
It’s okay. It doesn’t break me out but it’s not all that moisturizing. But if you have acne prone skin that responds best to gel moisturizers it’s an affordable option with no common ‘comedogenic’ ingredients. It feels cooling and soothing.
Very lightweight gel that's good for sensitive and oily skin types. My sensitive dry/combo skin also loves this under a second moisturizer or a sunscreen! In the summer when it's more humid this is especially good since it's absorbs very fast and is so lightweight. Literally feels like there is nothing on your skin!
Ingredients
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Centella asiatica extract~22–33%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant extract that has been shown to be able to reduce inflammation in skin, support restoration of skin barrier function, as well as support collagen production. Contains active compounds called centelloids: asiaticoside, madecasosside, asiatic acid and madecassic acid. Might be helpful in preventing stretch marks. It can be itself be irritating though.
More about Centella asiatica extractPropanediol~4.4–6.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Acts as a solvent for other ingredients. Speeds up the absorption of other ingredients into the skin
More about PropanediolFicus carica fruit extract~4.2–6.2%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant extract that can help neutralize free radicals. The concentrations typically used in cosmetics are too small to have an effect
More about Ficus carica fruit extractUlmus davidiana root extract~3.6–5.4%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant root extract that helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin. It might have an anti-inflammatory effect and could help neturalize free radicals in skin
More about Ulmus davidiana root extractAmaranthus caudatus seed extract~2.7–4.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Hydrogenated lecithin~2–3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps to retain moisture by creating a protective barrier on the skin. Rich in fatty acids. Improves product texture and helps with the penetration of other ingredients.
More about Hydrogenated lecithin1,2-hexanediol~0.45–1.05%
Tromethamine~1.1–1.7%
Acrylates/c10-30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymer~0.9–1.35%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Maintains the texture of skincare products. Allows the product to spread evenly. Helps oil and water mix together
More about Acrylates/c10-30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymerWater~0.5–1.2%
Carbomer~0.35–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps create a thicker or gel-like product texture. It is not a surfactant but can be used in gentle cleansing formulations
More about CarbomerButylene glycol~0.15–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a nice product texture and help delivery of other ingredients. Might be somewhat helpful in attracting water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Butylene glycolDisodium edta~0.1–0.4%
Ceramide np~0.15–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of lipid similar to ceramides naturally present in skin. Helps to soften the upper layer of the skin and supports the skin barrier function to keep it hydrated. Can help to prevent inflammation in skin
More about Ceramide npHydroxyacetophenone~0.05–0.15%
Ethylhexylglycerin~0.01–0.1%
Ingredient list view
Centella asiatica extract, Propanediol, Ficus carica fruit extract, Ulmus davidiana root extract, Amaranthus caudatus seed extract, Hydrogenated lecithin, 1,2-hexanediol, Tromethamine, Acrylates/c10-30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymer, Water, Carbomer, Butylene glycol, Disodium edta, Ceramide np, Hydroxyacetophenone, Ethylhexylglycerin
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Worth comparing, line by line.
Match % combines shared ingredients, the first five ingredients, shared actives and hero ingredients, irritancy (lower counts in the alternative's favour), texture and body area. Only products in the same routine step are compared.
| BeplainCicaful Calming GelYOUR PRODUCT | skintific5% Panthenol Acne Calming Water Gel | celimaxThe Real Cica Soothing Cream | NATUREKINDSuper Barrier Urea 5 Cream | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 58% | 54% | 53% |
| Price | — | $17.48 | $13.71 | $14.70 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 2 of 3 | 3 of 3 | 2 of 3 |
| Key difference | — | Oatmeal Extract | Niacinamide | Madecassoside |
| Irritancy | Low | Low | Medium | Low |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
| View product | Shop | Shop | Shop |
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Product summary
Based on the ingredient list, "Beplain - Cicaful Calming Gel" can work well for skin moisturization. To work well, any moisturizer needs to include a combination of water-binding and emollient ingredients. Beplain - Cicaful Calming Gel ticks this box. Butylene glycol in this product (humectants) attract water molecules to the upper layer of the skin (the water comes from the outside air or from the deeper layers of the skin if the air is dry). Ceramide np in this product help decrease the water evoporation from the skin, so that it stays hydrated for longer. These ingredients also soften the skin and take away the feeling of tightness and dryness.
Ingredient callouts
- As a plus, this moisturizer also contains Ceramides (ceramide np 0.15% - 0.50%). Ceramides are a type of lipids that our skin produces itself. They are a building block of the skin's barrier. Ceramides used in skincare are synthetic or extracted from plants. They work well for softening the skin surface and "patch holes" in the skin's barrier.
Irritation risk
This moisturizer contains actives that can be irritating. We assess the overall irritancy of this moisturizer to be low. For a detailed overview of all potential irritants: click here
You can see the detailed formula review with the breakdown of all actives in the product and the full ingredient list with estimated concentrations in the tables below.
What our users say
Based on 2 reviews 100% recommend this product- When it comes to comedogenicity, two out of two reviewers say that the product does not clog pores.
Price
The product retails for 32.50CA$ in Canada and for 15.00$ in the United States.
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 15 studies and safety reviews.
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- 2Centella asiatica in cosmetologyncbi.nlm.nih.gov
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- 6Contact dermatitis due to Madecassolonlinelibrary.wiley.com
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