Name: MEDI-PEEL - Phyto Cica-Nol Cream
Brand: MEDI-PEEL

What can the product work for?

Works for

Moisturizing
Anti-blemish
Anti-aging
Evens skin tone
Anti-oxidation

Does not work for

Exfoliation

Moisturizing

What does the product description say?

Phyto Cica-Nol Cream

Source: From product name

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: betaine, 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, saccharomyces/imperata cylindrica root ferment extract.

The following ingredients in this product are especially good for supporting the skin barrier and helping with the hydration level: madecassoside, niacinamide, panthenol

sodium hyaluronate 0.15% - 0.55%

Irritation risk:

Concentration: Effectiveness: HIGH

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

corallina officinalis extract 0.15% - 0.55%

Irritation risk: Comedogenicity: High

Concentration: Effectiveness: HIGH

Red algae extract that helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and might contain antioxidants

madecassic acid 0.35% - 0.8%

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

Anti-blemish

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.

niacinamide 1% - 1.6%

Irritation risk:

Concentration: Effectiveness: HIGH

Is 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

melia azadirachta leaf extract 0.15% - 0.55%

Irritation risk:

Concentration: Effectiveness: LOW

A plant extract that has anti-bacterial properties. Can be used to preserve the product. Can be irritating

centella asiatica extract 22% - 33%

Irritation risk:

Concentration: Effectiveness: LOW

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.

Anti-aging

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: asiaticoside, centella asiatica extract, madecassoside.

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.

niacinamide 1% - 1.6%

Irritation risk:

Concentration: Effectiveness: HIGH

Is 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

adenosine 0.15% - 0.55%

Irritation risk:

Concentration: Effectiveness: HIGH

Might 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)

centella asiatica extract 22% - 33%

Irritation risk:

Concentration: Effectiveness: 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.

Evens skin tone

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: madecassoside, prunus mume fruit extract, vigna radiata seed 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.

niacinamide 1% - 1.6%

Irritation risk:

Concentration: Effectiveness: HIGH

Is 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

vigna radiata seed extract 0.15% - 0.55%

Irritation risk:

Concentration: Effectiveness: LOW

Bean extract that in theory might help to reduce hyperpigmentation, but evidence of effectiveness in skin are missing

prunus mume fruit extract 0.2% - 0.8%

Irritation risk:

Concentration: Effectiveness: LOW

A plant extract that might have an anti-oxidant effect and help even out skin tone, but solid evidence of effectiveness is lacking

Anti-oxidation

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

The following ingredients - centella asiatica extract also can have an antioxidant effect, but there is less evidence to confirm their effectiveness in skin.

asiaticoside 0.35% - 0.85%

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

madecassoside 0.45% - 1.05%

Irritation risk:

Concentration: Effectiveness: HIGH

An antioxidant that is typically derived from plant Centella Asiatica. It can help neutralize free radicals in skin and support skin barrier function. It could, however, itself be irritating. It is often unstable in formulations

centella asiatica extract 22% - 33%

Irritation risk:

Concentration: Effectiveness: 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.

Exfoliation

What does the product description say?

Contains mild peeling ingredients, such as natural AHA and PHA, to improve skin texture.

Source: Yesstyle

This product does not contain effective exfoliating ingredients. It might be able to deliver physical exfoliation, that is scrub off some of the dead cells on the surface of the skin. We do not recommend physical exfoliation, because it is not uniform (some bits of skin can get exfoliated too much while others not at all). It can also traumatize the skin and aggrevate acne and other skin conditions.

gluconolactone 0.15% - 0.6%

Irritation risk:

Concentration: Insufficient!

A polyhydroxy acid (PHA) that helps shed the dead cells from the skin surface revealing smoother skin. Is believed to be genter than AHAs. It helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and can stimulate production of skin's own hyaluronic acid resulting in improved hydration levels. It has been shown to be helpful against acne and clogged pores if used consistently (e.g over a period of 12 weeks) in high enough concentration. It can help reduce fine lines and wrinkles and improve skin tone with long-term application. Can help neutralize free radicals

allantoin 0.15% - 0.5%

Irritation risk:

Concentration: Insufficient!

Helps calm down inflammation in skin and can help reduce itching. Helps to repair the skin barrier and keep skin hydrated

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niacinamide 1% - 1.6%

Irritation risk:

Works for: Anti-aging, Evens skin tone, Anti-blemish, Moisturizing, Reduces irritation, Reduces redness, Anti-inflammatory, Antibacterial

Is 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

centella asiatica extract 22% - 33%

Irritation risk:

Works for: Reduces irritation, Anti-inflammatory, Reduces redness, Moisturizing, Anti-aging, Anti-oxidation, Anti-blemish

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.

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carica papaya fruit extract 0.2% - 0.75%

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chamaecyparis obtusa leaf extract 0.15% - 0.55%

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Used as a fragrance

Comodogenic ingredients

cetearyl alcohol 0.85% - 1.25%

Irritation risk: Comedogenicity: Medium

Works for: Cleansing, Moisturizing

A non-drying alcohol. Works as an emollient. Helps water and oil mix together and creates a nice product texture

butyrospermum parkii butter 0.2% - 0.75%

Irritation risk: Comedogenicity: High

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

A 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

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centella asiatica extract 22% - 33%

Irritation risk:

Works for: Reduces irritation, Anti-inflammatory, Reduces redness, Moisturizing, Anti-aging, Anti-oxidation, Anti-blemish

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.

glycerin 3.1% - 4.7%

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

propanediol 4.1% - 6.2%

Irritation risk:

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

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Centella asiatica extract, Glycerin, Propanediol, Polyglyceryl-3 methylglucose distearate, Caprylic/capric triglyceride, Cyclohexasiloxane, Panthenol, Camellia japonica seed oil, Niacinamide, 1,2-hexanediol, Cetearyl alcohol, Madecassoside, Asiaticoside, Asiatic acid, Madecassic acid, Malus domestica fruit extract, Vitis vinifera fruit extract, Prunus mume fruit extract, Carica papaya fruit extract, Vinegar extract, Gluconolactone, Collagen extract, Sesamum indicum seed extract, Daucus carota sativa root extract, Vigna radiata seed extract, Chamaecyparis obtusa leaf extract, Pinus densiflora extract, Cryptomeria japonica bark extract, Centella asiatica leaf water, Portulaca oleracea extract, Chamomilla recutita extract, Saccharomyces/viscum album ferment extract, Lactobacillus/soybean ferment extract, Saccharomyces/imperata cylindrica root ferment extract, Lavandula angustifolia extract, Rosmarinus officinalis extract, Origanum vulgare flower/leaf/stem extract, Thymus vulgaris extract, Magnolia kobus bark extract, Biosaccharide gum-4, Simmondsia chinensis seed oil, Argania spinosa kernel oil, Butyrospermum parkii butter, Allantoin, Dipotassium glycyrrhizate, Adenosine, Betaine, Sodium hyaluronate, Cymbopogon martini oil, Vetiveria zizanoides root oil, Mentha arvensis leaf oil, Barosma betulina leaf extract, Melia azadirachta leaf extract, Melia azadirachta flower extract, Coccinia indica fruit extract, Cucumis melo fruit extract, Ocimum sanctum leaf extract, Curcuma longa root extract, Corallina officinalis extract, Water, Carbomer, Dipropylene glycol, Disodium edta, Stearic acid, Glyceryl stearate, Tromethamine, Hydroxyacetophenone, Ethylhexylglycerin, Caprylyl glycol

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Key ingredients	madecassoside niacinamide +21 more	Common: madecassoside niacinamide +10 more Other: copper tripeptide-1 acetyl hexapeptide-8 +12 more	Common: madecassoside niacinamide +10 more Other: copper tripeptide-1 acetyl hexapeptide-8 +12 more	Common: niacinamide madecassoside +12 more Other: glyceryl acrylate/acrylic acid copolymer arginine	Common: madecassoside niacinamide +10 more Other: ceramide np hyaluronic acid +8 more	Common: niacinamide madecassic acid +9 more Other: camellia sinensis leaf extract cyclopentasiloxane +2 more	Common: madecassoside niacinamide +9 more Other: glyceryl acrylate/acrylic acid copolymer beta-sitosterol	Common: madecassoside niacinamide +8 more Other: ceramide np hamamelis virginiana extract +4 more	Common: madecassoside niacinamide +9 more Other: ceramide np cyclopentasiloxane +7 more	Common: madecassoside niacinamide +11 more Other: lactobionic acid capryloyl salicylic acid +4 more	Common: niacinamide madecassoside +10 more Other: acetyl hexapeptide-8 ceramide eop +11 more	Common: madecassoside niacinamide +9 more Other: diethylhexyl butamido triazone ethylhexyl triazone +4 more
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Potential Irritants	curcuma longa root extract Has skin benefit? ocimum sanctum leaf extract Has skin benefit? +31 more	pimpinella anisum fruit extract Has skin benefit? rosa damascena flower water Has skin benefit? +20 more	pimpinella anisum fruit extract Has skin benefit? rosa damascena flower water Has skin benefit? +20 more	ocimum sanctum leaf extract Has skin benefit? curcuma longa root extract Has skin benefit? +17 more	geranium maculatum oil Has skin benefit? citrus aurantium dulcis peel oil Has skin benefit? +19 more	lavandula angustifolia oil Has skin benefit? scutellaria baicalensis root extract Has skin benefit? +11 more	asiatic acid Has skin benefit? madecassic acid Has skin benefit? +8 more	eucalyptus globulus leaf oil Has skin benefit? hamamelis virginiana extract Has skin benefit? +18 more	parfum Has skin benefit? melaleuca alternifolia leaf water Has skin benefit? +22 more	citrus aurantium dulcis oil Has skin benefit? raspberry ketone Has skin benefit? +33 more	coptis japonica extract Has skin benefit? gardenia florida fruit extract Has skin benefit? +27 more	rosmarinus officinalis leaf oil Has skin benefit? melia azadirachta leaf extract Has skin benefit? +18 more
All ingredients	centella asiatica extract Has skin benefit? glycerin Has skin benefit? +67 more	water Has skin benefit? snail secretion filtrate Has skin benefit? +51 more	water Has skin benefit? snail secretion filtrate Has skin benefit? +51 more	centella asiatica extract Has skin benefit? butylene glycol Has skin benefit? +37 more	centella asiatica extract Has skin benefit? water Has skin benefit? +51 more	water Has skin benefit? butylene glycol Has skin benefit? +34 more	centella asiatica extract Has skin benefit? glycerin Has skin benefit? +29 more	centella asiatica leaf water Has skin benefit? glycerin Has skin benefit? +44 more	water Has skin benefit? centella asiatica extract Has skin benefit? +50 more	centella asiatica extract Has skin benefit? dipropylene glycol Has skin benefit? +57 more	water Has skin benefit? glycerin Has skin benefit? +77 more	water Has skin benefit? dibutyl adipate Has skin benefit? +37 more

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Anti-blemish

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