Based on the ingredient list, "Eau Thermale Avene - Cicalfate+ Restorative Protective Cream" can work well for skin moisturization. To work well, any moisturizer needs to include a combination of water-binding and emollient ingredients. Eau Thermale Avene - Cicalfate+ Restorative Protective Cream ticks this box. Arginine and glycerin 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). Paraffinum liquidum, arginine, beeswax, caprylic/capric triglyceride and hydrogenated vegetable oil 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.
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.
Price
The product retails for 14.95A$ in Australia and from 28.00$ up to 42.00$ in the United States.
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:
arginine, 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:
arginine, beeswax.
The following ingredients in this product are especially good for supporting the skin barrier and helping with
the hydration level: paraffinum liquidum
An amino acid that is naturally present in skin and helps keep it hydrated. When used together with AHAs, it can reduce their irritating effect on the skin
Forms a protective barrier that holds water and keeps dry skin hydrated. Keeps an emulsion from separating into its oil and liquid components, and increases the thickness of a product. Can be an allergen
This product does not contain ingredients that are able to reduce fine lines and wrinkles or help with skin
elasticity,
but it can improve the look of the skin temporarily through moisturization. Well-moisturized skin might also be
able to repair the sun damage better.
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Promise
Can it deliver?
Moisturizing
Anti-aging
Total Promises Fulfilled score:
75/100.
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US Retailers
Avene USA
$28.00
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Cicalfate+ Restorative Protective Cream
$42.00
In stock
Size: 3.3 fl oz
Cicalfate+ Restorative Protective Cream
CA Retailers
No price available
Out of stock
Size: 0.0661386786 Pounds
Eau Thermale Avène Cicalfate+ Restorative Protective Cream, wound care, reduce appearance of scars, doctor recommended, zinc oxide, tube, 40 ml
Price as of 12/24/2023 7:50 GMT.
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AU Retailers
A$15.95
In stock
Size: 0.0661386786 pounds
Eau Thermale Avène Cicalfate+ Restorative Protective Cream 40ml - Multi-purpose Repair cream, Suitable for Infants, Children and Adults
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
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
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