Bioderma Cicabio Insulating Soothing Repairing Ointment

Name: Bioderma - Cicabio Insulating Soothing Repairing Ointment
Brand: Bioderma

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Efficacy100/100

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Moisturizing
Anti-oxidation
Anti-aging

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Irritation risk: low
Comedogenic risk ingredients: 1

Key actives

Asiaticoside0.1% - 0.4%Acetyl dipeptide-1 cetyl ester0.05% - 0.25%Asiatic acid0.1% - 0.4%

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Product Summary

"Bioderma - Cicabio Insulating Soothing Repairing Ointment" is a well-rounded moisturizing product. As we expect from a proper moisturizer, the formula includes a combo of effective humectants and emollients. These are the two different types of ingredients that are essential for improving the skin hydration and supporting a healthy skin barrier. Humectants in this product (fructooligosaccharides, glycerin, mannitol, sodium hyaluronate and rhamnose) help to increase the water content in the upper layer of the skin. (These ingredients do so by "capturing" water molecules from the outside air or from within the deeper layers of the skin). Paraffinum liquidum and caprylic/capric triglyceride 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

We like that this moisturizer contains peptides (acetyl dipeptide-1 cetyl ester 0.05% - 0.25%). There are many different kind of Peptides and they are naturally present in our skin. They all are a combination of aminoacids. Some of them work as natural antibiotics, promote wound-healing and production of collagen. The science is still not settled on how effective Peptides are in skincare, but it is very likely that they have a benefit. Peptides might help restore the skin barrier and fight the signs of aging. At the very least, Peptides work as humectants: they attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improve its hydration.
Actives derived from an extract of the Centella Asiatica plant (also known as Gotu Kola) - madecassic acid 0.10% - 0.35%, asiatic acid 0.10% - 0.40% and asiaticoside 0.10% - 0.40% The Centella Asiatica Actives help strengthen and restore the skin barrier, decrease inflammation in skin and neutralize free radicals. They also can help to reduce scarring. The good news is that these actives work even in low concentrations.

Irritation risk

There are some common irritants in this product, including ingredients that do not have benefits for the skin. 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.

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The product retails for 7.09£ in the United Kingdom.

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Anti-oxidation

This product contains antioxidants (asiaticoside) that can help neutralize free radicals in skin. By doing so, they can lessen the damage the skin gets from the UV light (sun).

Asiaticoside0.1% - 0.4%

Irritation risk:Concentration:Effectiveness:HIGH

An active compound of Centella Asiatica plant extract. In combination with other active compounds of Centella Asiatica extract (madecasosside, asiatic acid and madecassic acid), asiaticoside has been shown to be helpful in wound-healing, restoring skin barrier function and supporting collagen production in skin. It can, however, itself be irritating

Moisturizing

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Cicabio Insulating Soothing Repairing Ointment

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This product can help improve hydration of the skin with the two types of ingredients.

The first type is called “humectants”:
these ingredients help attract water. When humectants are on the surface of the skin, they “pull in” the moisture from the outside environment, or from within deeper layers of the skin. The following ingredients in this product do the job: fructooligosaccharides, glycerin.

This product also contains ingredients called “occlusives”. They help reduce the speed with which our skin loses moisture to the outside environment. These ingredients also help soften the upper layer of the skin, so it feels less tight and nicer to the touch. The following ingredients in this product do the job: caprylic/capric triglyceride.

The following ingredients in this product are especially good for supporting the skin barrier and helping with the hydration level: paraffinum liquidum

Asiaticoside0.1% - 0.4%

Irritation risk:Concentration:Effectiveness:HIGH

Caprylic/capric triglyceride2.8% - 4.2%

Irritation risk:Concentration:Effectiveness:HIGH

A good mix of fatty acids that forms a protective layer on the skin. Improves the shelf life of products. Derived from coconut and glycerin

Mannitol0.35% - 0.85%

Irritation risk:Concentration:Effectiveness:HIGH

Helps to attract water to the upper layer of the skin

Paraffinum liquidum3.7% - 5.6%

Irritation risk:Concentration:Effectiveness:HIGH

Mineral oil. One of the most effective and well studied occlusive and emollient moisturizing ingredients. Helps reduce moisture loss in skin and repair skin barrier function

Sodium hyaluronate0.15% - 0.6%

Irritation risk:Concentration:Effectiveness:HIGH

One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin

Asiatic acid0.1% - 0.4%

Irritation risk:Concentration:Effectiveness:HIGH

An active compound of Centella Asiatica plant extract. In combination with other active compounds of Centella Asiatica extract (asiaticoside, madecasosside and madecassic acid) asiatic acid has been shown to be helpful in wound-healing, restoring skin barrier function and supporting collagen production in skin. It can, however, itself be irritating

Fructooligosaccharides2% - 3%

Irritation risk:Concentration:Effectiveness:HIGH

Help attract water to the upper layer of the skin

Glycerin4.5% - 6.8%

Irritation risk:Concentration:Effectiveness:HIGH

One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Naturally present in skin. It attracts water to the upper layer of the skin working as a humectant

Laminaria ochroleuca extract0.3% - 0.75%

Irritation risk:Comedogenicity:HighConcentration:Effectiveness:HIGH

Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin

Madecassic acid0.1% - 0.35%

Irritation risk:Concentration:Effectiveness:HIGH

An active compound of Centella Asiatica plant extract. In combination with other active compounds of Centella Asiatica extract (asiaticoside, madecasosside and asiatic acid), madecassic acid has been shown to be helpful in wound-healing, restoring skin barrier function and supporting collagen production in skin. It can, however, itself be irritating

Capryloyl glycine0.5% - 1.15%

Irritation risk:Concentration:Effectiveness:MEDIUM

Helps oil and water mix together, preserve cosmetic products, and attract water to the upper layer of the skin

Rhamnose0.35% - 0.8%

Irritation risk:Concentration:Effectiveness:MEDIUM

Helps oil and water mix together. It also helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin

Butylene glycol0.5% - 1.2%

Irritation risk:Concentration:Effectiveness: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

Acetyl dipeptide-1 cetyl ester0.05% - 0.25%

Irritation risk:Concentration:Insufficient!

A type of peptide. Peptides are excellent moisturizers and might be able support collagen production reducing fine lines and wrinkles

Anti-aging

This product contains asiaticoside. 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.

Asiaticoside0.1% - 0.4%

Irritation risk:Concentration:Effectiveness:MEDIUM

Rhamnose0.35% - 0.8%

Irritation risk:Concentration:Effectiveness:LOW

Helps oil and water mix together. It also helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin

Acetyl dipeptide-1 cetyl ester0.05% - 0.25%

Irritation risk:Concentration:Insufficient!

A type of peptide. Peptides are excellent moisturizers and might be able support collagen production reducing fine lines and wrinkles

Key Actives

Asiaticoside0.1% - 0.4%

Irritation risk:

Works for:Anti-oxidation, Moisturizing, Anti-aging, Reduces irritation

Acetyl dipeptide-1 cetyl ester0.05% - 0.25%

Irritation risk:

Works for:Reduces irritation, Moisturizing, Anti-inflammatory, Anti-aging

A type of peptide. Peptides are excellent moisturizers and might be able support collagen production reducing fine lines and wrinkles

Asiatic acid0.1% - 0.4%

Irritation risk:

Works for:Moisturizing, Reduces irritation, Anti-inflammatory

Madecassic acid0.1% - 0.35%

Irritation risk:

Works for:Moisturizing, Reduces irritation

Glycerin4.5% - 6.8%

Irritation risk:

Works for:Moisturizing

One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Naturally present in skin. It attracts water to the upper layer of the skin working as a humectant

Paraffinum liquidum3.7% - 5.6%

Irritation risk:

Works for:Moisturizing

Mineral oil. One of the most effective and well studied occlusive and emollient moisturizing ingredients. Helps reduce moisture loss in skin and repair skin barrier function

Caprylic/capric triglyceride2.8% - 4.2%

Irritation risk:

Works for:Moisturizing

A good mix of fatty acids that forms a protective layer on the skin. Improves the shelf life of products. Derived from coconut and glycerin

Fructooligosaccharides2% - 3%

Irritation risk:

Works for:Moisturizing

Help attract water to the upper layer of the skin

Mannitol0.35% - 0.85%

Irritation risk:

Works for:Moisturizing

Helps to attract water to the upper layer of the skin

Laminaria ochroleuca extract0.3% - 0.75%

Irritation risk:Comedogenicity:High

Works for:Moisturizing

Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin

Sodium hyaluronate0.15% - 0.6%

Irritation risk:

Works for:Moisturizing

One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin

Potential irritants

Zinc sulfate0.35% - 0.8%

Irritation risk:

A preservative. It can be irritating

Caprylic/capric triglyceride2.8% - 4.2%

Irritation risk:

A good mix of fatty acids that forms a protective layer on the skin. Improves the shelf life of products. Derived from coconut and glycerin

Polyglyceryl-4 diisostearate/polyhydroxystearate/sebacate1.7% - 2.5%

Irritation risk:

Helps water and oil mix together

Sodium citrate0.85% - 1.25%

Irritation risk:

Helps to control the skin's pH level. Maintains the skin's natural film of amino-lactic acids and oils. Helps to preserve products

Asiaticoside0.1% - 0.4%

Irritation risk:

Asiatic acid0.1% - 0.4%

Irritation risk:

Madecassic acid0.1% - 0.35%

Irritation risk:

Potassium sorbate0.05% - 0.25%

Irritation risk:

A preservative

Comedogenic ingredients

Laminaria ochroleuca extract0.3% - 0.75%

Irritation risk:Comedogenicity:High

Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin

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Water40% - 60%

Irritation risk:

Plain old water

Glycerin4.5% - 6.8%

Irritation risk:

One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Naturally present in skin. It attracts water to the upper layer of the skin working as a humectant

Paraffinum liquidum3.7% - 5.6%

Irritation risk:

Mineral oil. One of the most effective and well studied occlusive and emollient moisturizing ingredients. Helps reduce moisture loss in skin and repair skin barrier function

Caprylic/capric triglyceride2.8% - 4.2%

Irritation risk:

A good mix of fatty acids that forms a protective layer on the skin. Improves the shelf life of products. Derived from coconut and glycerin

Fructooligosaccharides2% - 3%

Irritation risk:

Help attract water to the upper layer of the skin

Polyglyceryl-4 diisostearate/polyhydroxystearate/sebacate1.7% - 2.5%

Irritation risk:

Helps water and oil mix together

Propanediol1.5% - 2.2%

Irritation risk:

Acts as a solvent for other ingredients. Speeds up the absorption of other ingredients into the skin

Xylitol1.3% - 1.9%

Irritation risk:

Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and repair the skin barrier function

Zinc stearate1.1% - 1.7%

Irritation risk:

Sodium citrate0.85% - 1.25%

Irritation risk:

Helps to control the skin's pH level. Maintains the skin's natural film of amino-lactic acids and oils. Helps to preserve products

Butylene glycol0.5% - 1.2%

Irritation risk:

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

Capryloyl glycine0.5% - 1.15%

Irritation risk:

Helps oil and water mix together, preserve cosmetic products, and attract water to the upper layer of the skin

Mannitol0.35% - 0.85%

Irritation risk:

Helps to attract water to the upper layer of the skin

Rhamnose0.35% - 0.8%

Irritation risk:

Helps oil and water mix together. It also helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin

Laminaria ochroleuca extract0.3% - 0.75%

Irritation risk:Comedogenicity:High

Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin

Copper sulfate0.3% - 0.7%

Irritation risk:

Zinc sulfate0.35% - 0.8%

Irritation risk:

A preservative. It can be irritating

Sodium hyaluronate0.15% - 0.6%

Irritation risk:

One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin

Vitis vinifera vine extract0.15% - 0.55%

Irritation risk:

Laureth-30.15% - 0.55%

Irritation risk:

Asiaticoside0.1% - 0.4%

Irritation risk:

Asiatic acid0.1% - 0.4%

Irritation risk:

Madecassic acid0.1% - 0.35%

Irritation risk:

Hydroxyethylcellulose0.1% - 0.35%

Irritation risk:

Used to thicken product formulations and create gel-like textures

Acetyl dipeptide-1 cetyl ester0.05% - 0.25%

Irritation risk:

A type of peptide. Peptides are excellent moisturizers and might be able support collagen production reducing fine lines and wrinkles

Potassium sorbate0.05% - 0.25%

Irritation risk:

A preservative

Sodium hydroxide0.05% - 0.15%

Irritation risk:

Used to adjust the product's pH

Ingredient list view

Water, Glycerin, Paraffinum liquidum, Caprylic/capric triglyceride, Fructooligosaccharides, Polyglyceryl-4 diisostearate/polyhydroxystearate/sebacate, Propanediol, Xylitol, Zinc stearate, Sodium citrate, Butylene glycol, Capryloyl glycine, Mannitol, Rhamnose, Laminaria ochroleuca extract, Copper sulfate, Zinc sulfate, Sodium hyaluronate, Vitis vinifera vine extract, Laureth-3, Asiaticoside, Asiatic acid, Madecassic acid, Hydroxyethylcellulose, Acetyl dipeptide-1 cetyl ester, Potassium sorbate, Sodium hydroxide

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