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“Medi-Peel Cica Antio Cream reduces redness, speeds up skin healing and balances skin p H. Antibacterial and increases antioxidant activity and blood vessel formation Contains Green Chloro Complex that helps protect cells, restore skin and reduce inflammation by targeting damage-free radicals for youthful, healthy skin The moisturizing formula made with Wheat Grass Extract addresses the most stubborn signs of aging, diminishing the appearance of fine lines, wrinkles, redness, and dryness while also improving your skins firmness, elasticity, and radiance”
This product can help reduce and prevent fine lines and wrinkles, improve skin elasticity and firmness because it contains adenosine, niacinamide.
These ingredients in the product can also be helpful, even though there is less evidence for their effectiveness: acetyl hexapeptide-8, oligopeptide-32, palmitoyl oligopeptide, palmitoyl pentapeptide-4, palmitoyl tetrapeptide-7, palmitoyl tripeptide-1, palmitoyl tripeptide-5, tripeptide-1.
Keep in mind that it typically takes at least 6 weeks to notice any results because the changes that are needed to improve fine lines and elasticity happen in the deeper layers of the skin. No topical anti-aging product can “erase” wrinkles or fully reverse signs of aging.
“Medi-Peel Cica Antio Cream reduces redness, speeds up skin healing and balances skin p H. Antibacterial and increases antioxidant activity and blood vessel formation Contains Green Chloro Complex that helps protect cells, restore skin and reduce inflammation by targeting damage-free radicals for youthful, healthy skin The moisturizing formula made with Wheat Grass Extract addresses the most stubborn signs of aging, diminishing the appearance of fine lines, wrinkles, redness, and dryness while also improving your skins firmness, elasticity, and radiance”
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, betaine.
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, caprylic/capric triglyceride.
The following ingredients in this product are especially good for supporting the skin barrier and helping with the hydration level: acetyl hexapeptide-8, ceramide np, niacinamide, oligopeptide-32, palmitoyl oligopeptide, palmitoyl pentapeptide-4, palmitoyl tetrapeptide-7, palmitoyl tripeptide-1, palmitoyl tripeptide-5, phytosphingosine, tripeptide-1
This product can help reduce hypepigmentation and even out the skin tone because it contains the following effective ingredients: niacinamide
The following ingredient (ingredients) in this product might be helpful, but there is no evidence to confirm that it actually can help even out the skin tone: glycyrrhiza glabra root extract.
Keep in mind that you would need to apply any topical skincare targetted at hypigmentation consistently for a couple of months to get a result. No topical skincare product can help get rid of hyperpigmentation (including post-acne marks and age spots) instantly.
This product can help reduce breakouts and clogged pores because it contains the following ingredient: niacinamide. This ingredient is used for treating acne and can have a noticeable effect.
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One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Naturally present in skin. It attracts water to the upper layer of the skin working as a humectant
More about GlycerinA good mix of fatty acids that forms a protective layer on the skin. Improves the shelf life of products. Derived from coconut and glycerin
More about Caprylic/capric triglycerideA non-drying alcohol. Works as an emollient. Helps water and oil mix together and creates a nice product texture
More about Cetearyl alcoholHelps to dissolve other ingredients in a formulation. Slows down the rate of product drying
More about Dipropylene glycolIs proven to be effective in reducing blemishes, evening out skin tone and helping to improve lines and wrinkles. It helps the skin to repair sun damage, calm down inflammation and keep maintain good levels of moisture. The concentration of about 2% is effective for supporting the skin barrier and evening out the skin tone. Concentration of 4-6% is better for helping with acne and balancing the sebum production
More about NiacinamideAn emollient that softens the skin and forms a protective layer on its surface. Helps water and oil mix together
More about Glyceryl stearateHelps oil and water mix togehter and creates a nice product texture
More about Peg-100 stearateHelps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improves the product texture
More about BetaineAn 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
More about ArginineHelps create a thicker or gel-like product texture. It is not a surfactant but can be used in gentle cleansing formulations
More about CarbomerA silicone that helps to reduce water loss from the surface of the skin. Can temporarily "fill in" lines and wrinkles, absorb oil, and create a nice product finish
More about DimethiconeHelps preserve products and creates a nice product texture
More about Caprylyl glycolA plant extract that has anti-bacterial properties. Can be used to preserve the product. Can be irritating
More about Melia azadirachta leaf extractA salt derived from licorice. Works as an emollient to soften the upper layer of the skin and can help calm down inflammation. Might be helpful for skin lightening
More about Dipotassium glycyrrhizateA 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 extractA plant extract that might be helpful to neutralize free radicals in skin
More about Melia azadirachta flower extractA plant extract that might have some anti-oxidant effect helping neutralize free radicals in skin
More about Coccinia indica fruit extractA plant extract that can contain an active compound curcumin, that may have some anti-inflammatory properties when applied to the skin, but solid research is lacking and the typical concentration used in skincare products is too low. Can be an irritant
More about Curcuma longa root extractA plant extract that might help neutralize free radicals in skin. It can be irritating
More about Eclipta prostrata extractMight help improve cell turnover and reduce inflammation in skin. One study shows that the ingredients might be able to help reduce dynamic wrinkles (for example, in the corners of the eyes or on the forehead)
More about AdenosineA plant extract that can contain an active compound curcumin, that may have some anti-inflammatory properties when applied to the skin, but solid research is lacking and the typical concentration used in skincare products is too low. Can be an irritant
More about Curcuma longa root extractRed algae extract that helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and might contain antioxidants
More about Corallina officinalis extractA plant extract that is rich in a fragrance compound eugenol that is a frequent allergen and can be irritating. It might also contain anti-oxidants to help neutralize free radicals
More about Ocimum sanctum leaf extractHelps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and provide a longer-lasting hydration. Can create a thicker product consistency
More about Glyceryl acrylate/acrylic acid copolymerEggplant fruit extract. Might have some anti-oxidant effect
More about Solanum melongena fruit extractHelps calm down inflammation in skin and can help reduce itching. Helps to repair the skin barrier and keep skin hydrated
More about AllantoinA plant extract that might have some anti-oxidant effect
More about Aloe barbadensis flower extractA more stable but less bio-available form of vitamin E compared to Tocopherol. Might help moisturize and protect the skin from free radicals, but mostly used in low concentrations to stabilize other ingredients.
More about Tocopheryl acetateHelps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and can help improve skin barrier function
More about PanthenolHelps oil and water mix together and can enhance the penetration of other ingredients into the skin. It can be irritating
More about Propylene glycolActs as a solvent for other ingredients. Speeds up the absorption of other ingredients into the skin
More about PropanediolHelps attract water to the upper layer of the skin, calm down inflammation and irritation, restore the barrier function and support wound healing. It can be helpful in reducing fine lines and wrinkles
More about Beta-glucanAn oil naturally present in skin. Works as an emollient to soften the skin and form a protective layer on its surface without a greasy feeling.
More about SqualaneA type of peptide. Peptides are excellent moisturizers and might be able support collagen production reducing fine lines and wrinkles
More about Palmitoyl tetrapeptide-7A type of peptide. Peptides are excellent moisturizers and might be able support collagen production reducing fine lines and wrinkles
More about Palmitoyl tripeptide-1Used 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 glycolAttracts water into the upper layer of the skin
More about Sodium hyaluronate crosspolymerUsed to create a nice product texture
More about Glyceryl polymethacrylateOne of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin
More about Sodium hyaluronateLong sugars that help attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Hydrolyzed glycosaminoglycansA great moisturising ingredient that softens the skin and reduces water loss from its upper layer. It also can be helpful in protecting skin from free radicals
More about Butyrospermum parkii butterA plant extract that might have some anti-oxidant and anti-inflammatory properties but evidence for effectiveness in skin is missing
More about Olea europaea leaf extractA plant extract that can help lighten the skin and calm down inflammation. Might be helpful in neutralizing free radicals
More about Glycyrrhiza glabra root extractHelps dissolve other ingredients and preserve products
More about Benzyl glycolA 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 npA type of lipid that is naturally present in skin. It might help in repairing skin barrier function and has anti-bacterial effect
More about PhytosphingosineOne of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin. A version of it is naturally present in skin
More about Hydrolyzed hyaluronic acidA plant extract. Can have an anti-oxidant effect, but can also contain irritants
More about Origanum vulgare leaf extractA type of peptide. Peptides are excellent moisturizers and might be able support collagen production reducing fine lines and wrinkles
More about Palmitoyl tripeptide-5A plant extract that can help neutralize free radicals in skin. It contains a compound salicin that can theoretically be converted into salicylic acid that, in turn, helps reduce inflammation in skin, but the evidence of effectiveness in skin is lacking and the extract is usually not used in a concentration that would enable an exfoliating effect
More about Salix alba bark extractPlant extract that has some anti-oxidant properties. It can be irritating. Can be used to improve the product's smell
More about Zanthoxylum piperitum fruit extractA fermentation product created by bacteria Lactobacillus out of soybean. The fermented product helps to attract water to the upper layer of the skin and has anti-bacterial properties. It might be helpful in calming down inflammation and could be helpful in evening out skin tone, but studies are lacking
More about Lactobacillus/soybean ferment extractA plant extract that has some anti-oxidant activity, but solid research is lacking. Can help attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Portulaca oleracea extractCan work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH
More about Citric acidA plant extract that might contain a compound baicalin that could be helpful in neutralizing free radicals and reducing inflammation in skin. The baicalin concentration in skincare products is often too low for an effective action. Can be used for its fragrant properties
More about Scutellaria baicalensis root extractUsed as a fragrance. It can reduce skin pigmentation, but it is not safe to use for these purposes in high concentrations as use of raspberry ketone and its derivative is linked to causing loss of skin pigmentation in people (leukoderma)
More about Raspberry ketoneOne of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin. Naturally present in skin. Typically has large molecule size unless advertised otherwise on the product label. Helps support skin's barrier function and may help to reduce inflammation
More about Hyaluronic acidA type of peptide. Peptides are excellent moisturizers and might be able support collagen production reducing fine lines and wrinkles
More about Acetyl hexapeptide-8A type of peptide. Peptides are excellent moisturizers and might be able support collagen production reducing fine lines and wrinkles
More about Tripeptide-1A type of peptide. Peptides are excellent moisturizers and might be able support collagen production reducing fine lines and wrinkles
More about Oligopeptide-32A type of peptide. Peptides are excellent moisturizers and might be able support collagen production reducing fine lines and wrinkles
More about Palmitoyl oligopeptideA type of peptide. Peptides are excellent moisturizers and might be able support collagen production reducing fine lines and wrinkles
More about Palmitoyl pentapeptide-4An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumA common frangrance that can easily irritate skin, especially if exposed to air, light or heat
More about LimoneneWater, Glycerin, Caprylic/capric triglyceride, Cetearyl alcohol, Dipropylene glycol, Niacinamide, Glyceryl stearate, Peg-100 stearate, Betaine, Sorbitan stearate, Arginine, Carbomer, Hydroxyacetophenone, Dimethicone, Caprylyl glycol, Melia azadirachta leaf extract, Dipotassium glycyrrhizate, Triticum vulgare sprout extract, Centella asiatica extract, Melia azadirachta flower extract, Coccinia indica fruit extract, Ethylhexylglycerin, Curcuma longa root extract, Eclipta prostrata extract, Adenosine, Curcuma longa root extract, Corallina officinalis extract, Ocimum sanctum leaf extract, Glyceryl acrylate/acrylic acid copolymer, Solanum melongena fruit extract, Disodium edta, Allantoin, Aloe barbadensis flower extract, Tocopheryl acetate, Panthenol, Propylene glycol, Propanediol, Beta-glucan, Squalane, Palmitoyl tetrapeptide-7, Palmitoyl tripeptide-1, Fructan, Butylene glycol, Sodium hyaluronate crosspolymer, Glyceryl polymethacrylate, Sodium hyaluronate, Hydrolyzed glycosaminoglycans, Butyrospermum parkii butter, 1,2-hexanediol, Olea europaea leaf extract, Mannan, Glycyrrhiza glabra root extract, Taraxacum officinale leaf extract, Benzyl glycol, Ceramide np, Phytosphingosine, Hydrolyzed hyaluronic acid, Rosa damascena flower extract, Rhodiola rosea root extract, Origanum vulgare leaf extract, Palmitoyl tripeptide-5, Chamaecyparis obtusa leaf extract, Salix alba bark extract, Usnea barbata extract, Zanthoxylum piperitum fruit extract, Pulsatilla koreana extract, Lactobacillus/soybean ferment extract, Portulaca oleracea extract, Citric acid, Cinnamomum cassia bark extract, Scutellaria baicalensis root extract, Raspberry ketone, Hyaluronic acid, Acetyl hexapeptide-8, Tripeptide-1, Oligopeptide-29, Oligopeptide-32, Palmitoyl oligopeptide, Palmitoyl pentapeptide-4, Parfum, Hexyl cinnamal, Limonene, Linalool, Citronellol
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| MEDI-PEELCica Antio Cream 30mlYOUR PRODUCT | NEOGEN X SUR.MEDICSurmedic 24K Gold Caviar Repair Vital Cream | looks&meiiRich Routine Barrier Cream | SNPPeptaronic Cream | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 87% | 83% | 82% |
| Price | $31.07 | $39.59+$8.52 | $39.00+$7.93 | $12.00−$19.07 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 17 of 32 | 17 of 32 | 14 of 32 |
| Key difference | — | Copper Tripeptide-1 | Copper Tripeptide-1 | Hexapeptide-11 |
| Irritancy | High | Medium | High | Medium |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | Contains drying alcohol | — |
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"MEDI-PEEL - Buy Medipeel Cica Antio Cream Australia - Korean Skin Care and Cosmetics" is a well-rounded moisturizing product. This moisturizer uses a good combo of humectants and emollients. These both types of ingredients are essentials for improving the skin hydration and keeping the skin barrier healthy. Humectants in this product (acetyl hexapeptide-8, arginine, betaine, glycerin and glyceryl acrylate/acrylic acid copolymer) help to increase the water content in the upper layer of the skin. (These ingredients do so by "capturing" water molecules from the outside air or from within the deeper layers of the skin). Ceramide np, palmitoyl tetrapeptide-7, palmitoyl tripeptide-1, phytosphingosine and tripeptide-1 in this product help decrease the water evoporation from the skin, so that it stays hydrated for longer. These ingredients also soften the skin and take away the feeling of tightness and dryness.
This moisturizer contains a bunch of common irritants, including ingredients that do not provide any known benefit for the skin. It might not be the best choice if your skin is sensitive. We assess the overall irritancy of this moisturizer to be high. For a detailed overview of all potential irritants: click here
You can see the detailed formula review with the breakdown of all actives in the product and the full ingredient list with estimated concentrations in the tables below.
The product retails for 23.50A$ in Australia.
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Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 50 studies and safety reviews.
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