PRODUCT REVIEW

NACIFIC Fresh Cica Plus Clear Cream

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Moisturizing
Anti-oxidation
Anti-aging

Doesn't work for:

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Anti-blemish

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Key actives

Centella asiatica extract 1.1% - 1.3%Allantoin 0.4% - 0.6%

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Product summary

Judging from the ingredient list, "NACIFIC - Fresh Cica Plus Clear Cream" works well for improving skin hydration 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 (panthenol, glycerin, sodium hyaluronate, trehalose and butylene glycol) 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). Emollients in this formulation (ceramide np, dimethicone and caprylyl glycol) help to reduce the moisture loss from the skin. They also soften the skin surface and relieve the feeling of dryness and tightness.

Ingredient callouts

As a plus, this moisturizer also contains Ceramides (ceramide np 0.75% - 1.15%). 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) - madecassoside 1.00% - 1.20%, madecassic acid 1.50% - 1.80%, asiatic acid 1.80% - 2.10% and asiaticoside 1.90% - 2.30% The Centella Asiatica Actives, even in low concentration, can help reduce inflammation in skin, strengthen the skin barrier and reduce photodamage. They can also help to decrease scarring.
Panthenol (pro-vitamin B5) at about 0.60% - 0.90% concentration. In this concentration, Panthenol works effectively to improve the skin barrier and reduce inflammation.

This product contains ingredients that could be beneficial, but their concentrations are too low in this formulation: allantoin

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?

Does not work for

Anti-blemish

Moisturizing

What does the product description say?

Nacific Fresh Cica Plus Clear Cream is a fast-absorbing moisturizer formulated with Green cica complex (consisting of 3 kinds of centella asiatica) to calm and soothe skin, while ceramide and panthenol replenish skin moisture barrier.

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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, sodium hyaluronate.

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: dimethicone, caprylyl glycol.

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

ceramide np 0.75% - 1.15%

Irritation risk:

Concentration: Effectiveness: HIGH

A 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

madecassic acid 1.5% - 1.8%

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

madecassoside 1% - 1.2%

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

Anti-aging

This product contains asiaticoside, centella asiatica 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.

madecassoside 1% - 1.2%

Irritation risk:

Concentration: Effectiveness: MEDIUM

centella asiatica extract 1.1% - 1.3%

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.

asiaticoside 1.9% - 2.3%

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

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 1.9% - 2.3%

Irritation risk:

Concentration: Effectiveness: HIGH

madecassoside 1% - 1.2%

Irritation risk:

Concentration: Effectiveness: HIGH

centella asiatica extract 1.1% - 1.3%

Irritation risk:

Concentration: Effectiveness: MEDIUM

Anti-blemish

What does the product description say?

Infused with green cica complex and centella extracts, this soothing cream helps moisturize skin and reduce sebum secretion to prevent the formation of acne.

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Effective ingredients missing or their concentration is too low.

centella asiatica extract 1.1% - 1.3%

Irritation risk:

Concentration: Effectiveness: LOW

allantoin 0.4% - 0.6%

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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Key Actives

centella asiatica extract 1.1% - 1.3%

Irritation risk:

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

allantoin 0.4% - 0.6%

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

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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Potential irritants

alcohol 0.45% - 0.65%

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Works for: Antibacterial

Can be drying and contribute to skin irritation. Used in formulars to dissolve other ingredients, create a thinner product consistency or for its antibacterial properties

citrus aurantium bergamia fruit oil 0.25% - 0.5%

Irritation risk:

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

Comodogenic ingredients

We couldn't find any comodogenic ingredients in this product

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water 45% - 55%

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Plain old water

dimethicone 6.1% - 7.4%

Irritation risk:

Works for: Moisturizing, Mattifying

A 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

butylene glycol 4.3% - 5.3%

Irritation risk:

Works for: Moisturizing

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

Ingredient list view

Water, Dimethicone, Butylene glycol, Chamaecyparis obtusa water, Hydroxyethyl acrylate/sodium acryloyldimethyl taurate copolymer, Asiaticoside, Asiatic acid, Madecassic acid, Centella asiatica extract, Madecassoside, Ceramide np, Panthenol, Allantoin, Glycerin, Hydrogenated lecithin, Trehalose, Sorbitol, Alcohol, Carbomer, Tromethamine, Sodium hyaluronate, Polysorbate 20, Citrus aurantium bergamia fruit oil, Citrus aurantium dulcis peel oil, Rosmarinus officinalis leaf oil, Lavandula angustifolia oil, Pelargonium graveolens flower oil, Amyris balsamifera bark oil, Citrus paradisi peel oil, Melaleuca alternifolia leaf oil, Eucalyptus globulus leaf oil, Juniperus mexicana oil, Boswellia carterii oil, Aniba rosaeodora wood oil, Disodium edta, Caprylyl glycol, Ethylhexylglycerin, 1,2-hexanediol

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Key ingredients	madecassoside madecassic acid +10 more	Common: madecassoside madecassic acid +7 more Other: hyaluronic acid saccharide hydrolysate +3 more	Common: madecassoside madecassic acid +8 more Other: caprylic/capric triglyceride melia azadirachta leaf extract +2 more	Common: madecassoside madecassic acid +7 more Other: hyaluronic acid saccharide hydrolysate +3 more	Common: madecassoside madecassic acid +7 more Other: betaine camellia sinensis leaf extract +7 more	Common: madecassoside madecassic acid +8 more Other: caprylic/capric triglyceride melia azadirachta leaf extract +2 more	Common: madecassoside madecassic acid +8 more Other: copper tripeptide-1 niacinamide +14 more	Common: madecassoside madecassic acid +7 more Other: niacinamide adenosine +14 more	Common: madecassoside madecassic acid +6 more Other: niacinamide adenosine +6 more	Common: madecassoside madecassic acid +8 more Other: niacinamide adenosine +8 more	Common: madecassoside madecassic acid +9 more Other: niacinamide adenosine +9 more	Common: madecassoside madecassic acid +8 more Other: niacinamide adenosine +8 more
Irritancy	IRRITANCY HIGH	IRRITANCY MEDIUM	IRRITANCY HIGH	IRRITANCY MEDIUM	IRRITANCY MEDIUM	IRRITANCY HIGH	IRRITANCY MEDIUM	IRRITANCY MEDIUM	IRRITANCY MEDIUM	IRRITANCY HIGH	IRRITANCY HIGH	IRRITANCY HIGH
Potential Irritants	aniba rosaeodora wood oil Has skin benefit? boswellia carterii oil Has skin benefit? +19 more	alcohol Has skin benefit? disodium edta Has skin benefit? +14 more	parfum Has skin benefit? benzophenone-5 Has skin benefit? +19 more	alcohol Has skin benefit? disodium edta Has skin benefit? +14 more	perilla frutescens leaf extract Has skin benefit? ginkgo biloba leaf extract Has skin benefit? +14 more	propolis extract Has skin benefit? cinnamomum camphora leaf extract Has skin benefit? +19 more	pimpinella anisum fruit extract Has skin benefit? rosa damascena flower water Has skin benefit? +20 more	panax ginseng root extract Has skin benefit? cornus officinalis fruit extract Has skin benefit? +15 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	geranium maculatum oil Has skin benefit? citrus aurantium dulcis peel oil Has skin benefit? +19 more	coumarin Has skin benefit? benzyl alcohol Has skin benefit? +20 more
All ingredients	water Has skin benefit? dimethicone Has skin benefit? +36 more	water Has skin benefit? glycerin Has skin benefit? +39 more	water Has skin benefit? glycerin Has skin benefit? +38 more	water Has skin benefit? glycerin Has skin benefit? +39 more	water Has skin benefit? panthenol Has skin benefit? +41 more	water Has skin benefit? glycerin Has skin benefit? +38 more	water Has skin benefit? snail secretion filtrate Has skin benefit? +51 more	water Has skin benefit? glycerin Has skin benefit? +54 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? water Has skin benefit? +51 more	propolis extract Has skin benefit? honey extract Has skin benefit? +48 more

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NACIFIC Fresh Cica Plus Clear Cream

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