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Mongdies Cica Repair Cream

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Moisturizing
Anti-oxidation
Anti-aging

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Key actives

Camellia sinensis leaf extract 0.35% - 0.85%Beta-glucan 0.1% - 0.35%

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Product summary

"Mongdies - Cica Repair Cream" is a well-rounded moisturizing product. To work well, any moisturizer needs to include a combination of water-binding and emollient ingredients. Mongdies - Cica Repair Cream ticks this box. Humectants in this product (glycerin, butylene glycol, caprylyl glycol, portulaca oleracea extract and scutellaria baicalensis root extract) 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, beeswax, caprylic/capric triglyceride, copernicia cerifera wax and ricinus communis seed 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.

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As a plus, this moisturizer also contains Ceramides (ceramide np 0.10% - 0.45%). 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.
Actives derived from an extract of the Centella Asiatica plant (also known as Gotu Kola) - madecassic acid 0.35% - 0.80%, asiatic acid 0.35% - 0.85%, asiaticoside 0.45% - 1.00% and madecassoside 0.50% - 1.15% 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.

This product contains ingredients that could be beneficial, but their concentrations are too low in this formulation: vitamin e, camellia sinensis seed oil and agran oil

Irritation risk

There are quite a few common irritants in this product, including ingredients without particular skin benefits. We would not recommend it for sensitive skin. 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.

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What can the product work for?

Moisturizing

What does the product description say?

Cica Repair Cream

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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: glycerin, butylene glycol.

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: beeswax, caprylic/capric triglyceride.

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

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

ricinus communis seed oil 3.4% - 5.1%

Irritation risk:

Concentration: Effectiveness: HIGH

A plant oil that can help soften the skin. It might be helpful in calming down inflammation, but solid research is lacking. Is often used in lip products to create the needed product consistency

zea mays oil 1% - 1.45%

Irritation risk: Comedogenicity: High

Concentration: Effectiveness: HIGH

A good moisturizing plant oil. Due to the high linoleic acid content, it helps soften the upper layer of the skin, reduce water loss and support skin barrier function

Anti-aging

This product contains asiaticoside, centella asiatica leaf extract, madecassoside. These ingredients 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.

asiaticoside 0.45% - 1%

Irritation risk:

Concentration: Effectiveness: MEDIUM

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 0.5% - 1.15%

Irritation risk:

Concentration: Effectiveness: MEDIUM

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 leaf extract 0.15% - 0.55%

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. It can be irritating to sensitive skin. Might be helpful in preventing stretch marks. It could, however, itself be irritating.

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).

madecassoside 0.5% - 1.15%

Irritation risk:

Concentration: Effectiveness: HIGH

asiaticoside 0.45% - 1%

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Concentration: Effectiveness: HIGH

origanum vulgare leaf extract 0.15% - 0.65%

Irritation risk:

Concentration: Effectiveness: LOW

A plant extract. Can have an anti-oxidant effect, but can also contain irritants

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Ingredients & concentrations

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Key Actives

camellia sinensis leaf extract 0.35% - 0.85%

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Works for: Anti-oxidation, Antibacterial, Anti-aging, Anti-blemish, Evens skin tone, Moisturizing

Can contain potent anti-oxidant compounds (abbreviated ECG, GCG, EGC, and EGCG) that might help protect the skin from free radicals. Can help calm down inflammation and has some anti-bacterial properties. Unfortunately, these antioxidants are unstable and lose their effectiveness very quickly in products. The concentration of the antioxidant compounds in the extract also tends to be low to be effective in topical formulation

beta-glucan 0.1% - 0.35%

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

Helps 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

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Potential irritants

citrus aurantium bergamia fruit oil 0.3% - 0.7%

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A plant oil with a high content of volatile compounds that can irritate the skin and lead to allergic reactions. Can lead to photosensitivity

citrus aurantium dulcis peel oil 0.2% - 0.8%

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An essentil oil from orange peel. Potential allergen and can be irritating

Comodogenic ingredients

zea mays oil 1% - 1.45%

Irritation risk: Comedogenicity: High

Works for: Cleansing, Moisturizing

A good moisturizing plant oil. Due to the high linoleic acid content, it helps soften the upper layer of the skin, reduce water loss and support skin barrier function

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glycerin 22% - 33%

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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

water 11% - 17%

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Plain old water

caprylic/capric triglyceride 4.9% - 7.4%

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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

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Glycerin, Water, Caprylic/capric triglyceride, Ricinus communis seed oil, Phytosteryl/isostearyl/cetyl/stearyl/behenyl dimer dilinoleate, Cetyl alcohol, Agave americana stem extract, Pentylene glycol, Zea mays oil, Dicaprylyl ether, Polyglyceryl-3 methylglucose distearate, Madecassoside, Asiaticoside, Asiatic acid, Madecassic acid, Copernicia cerifera wax, Citrus aurantium bergamia fruit oil, Citrus aurantium dulcis peel oil, Unknown, Persea gratissima oil, Unknown, Sea water, Argania spinosa kernel oil, Camellia sinensis seed oil, Olea europaea fruit oil, Glycine soja seed extract, Chamomilla recutita flower extract, Camellia sinensis leaf extract, Unknown, Oenothera biennis flower extract, Chamaecyparis obtusa leaf extract, Origanum vulgare leaf extract, Salix alba bark extract, Cinnamomum cassia bark extract, Lactobacillus/soybean ferment extract, Portulaca oleracea extract, Scutellaria baicalensis root extract, Centella asiatica leaf extract, Ammonium acryloyldimethyltaurate/vp copolymer, Hydrogenated castor oil, 1,2-hexanediol, Caprylyl glycol, Beeswax, Cetearyl olivate, Sorbitan olivate, C12-20 alkyl glucoside, Tocopherol, Butylene glycol, Allantoin panthenol, Sodium pca, Beta-glucan, Ceramide np, C14-22 alcohols, Xanthan gum

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Key ingredients	madecassoside madecassic acid +16 more	Common: madecassoside madecassic acid +7 more Other: copper tripeptide-1 niacinamide +15 more	Common: madecassoside madecassic acid +7 more Other: copper tripeptide-1 niacinamide +15 more	Common: madecassoside madecassic acid +7 more Other: copper tripeptide-1 tripeptide-1 +15 more	Common: madecassoside madecassic acid +5 more Other: camellia japonica flower extract centella asiatica extract +8 more	Common: madecassoside madecassic acid +6 more Other: ceramide ns ceramide as +9 more	Common: madecassoside madecassic acid +5 more Other: sh-oligopeptide-1 betaine +11 more	Common: madecassoside madecassic acid +7 more Other: niacinamide phytosphingosine +10 more	Common: madecassoside madecassic acid +6 more Other: niacinamide adenosine +6 more	Common: madecassoside madecassic acid +7 more Other: niacinamide adenosine +14 more	Common: madecassoside madecassic acid +7 more Other: panthenol betaine +7 more	Common: madecassoside madecassic acid +6 more Other: niacinamide panthenol +11 more
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Potential Irritants	scutellaria baicalensis root extract Has skin benefit? cinnamomum cassia bark extract Has skin benefit? +25 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	coptis japonica extract Has skin benefit? caprylyl glycol Has skin benefit? +16 more	salvia officinalis leaf extract Has skin benefit? camellia japonica flower extract Has skin benefit? +19 more	parfum Has skin benefit? arctium lappa root extract Has skin benefit? +19 more	paeonia suffruticosa root extract Has skin benefit? scutellaria baicalensis root extract Has skin benefit? +14 more	alcohol Has skin benefit? ulmus davidiana root extract Has skin benefit? +16 more	melaleuca alternifolia leaf oil Has skin benefit? ethylhexylglycerin Has skin benefit? +13 more	panax ginseng root extract Has skin benefit? cornus officinalis fruit extract Has skin benefit? +15 more	perilla frutescens leaf extract Has skin benefit? ginkgo biloba leaf extract Has skin benefit? +14 more	curcuma longa root extract Has skin benefit? ocimum sanctum leaf extract Has skin benefit? +18 more
All ingredients	glycerin Has skin benefit? water Has skin benefit? +52 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	water Has skin benefit? butylene glycol Has skin benefit? +48 more	water Has skin benefit? dipropylene glycol Has skin benefit? +42 more	water Has skin benefit? caprylic/capric triglyceride Has skin benefit? +48 more	water Has skin benefit? butylene glycol Has skin benefit? +46 more	water Has skin benefit? glycerin Has skin benefit? +54 more	water Has skin benefit? ethylhexyl palmitate Has skin benefit? +40 more	water Has skin benefit? glycerin Has skin benefit? +54 more	water Has skin benefit? panthenol Has skin benefit? +41 more	water Has skin benefit? glycerin Has skin benefit? +45 more

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