Cicaplast Balm B5+

Ingredients

In label order. Tap one to learn what it does.

1. 1Water

   The base of most formulas. Dissolves everything else.

2. 2Hydrogenated Polyisobutene

   Softens and smooths with a lightweight feel.

3. 3DimethiconeSilicone

   Silicone that gives a silky finish and a breathable moisture barrier.

4. 4Glycerin

   A skincare MVP. Draws water into skin and supports the barrier.

5. 5Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) Butter

   Rich, nourishing plant butter. Great for dry skin.

6. 6Panthenol

   Pro-vitamin B5. Hydrates, soothes and helps skin repair.

7. 7Zea Mays (Corn) Starch
8. 8Propanediol

   Lightweight hydrator and solvent that helps ingredients absorb.

9. 9Butylene Glycol

   Lightweight hydrator and solvent that helps ingredients absorb.

10. 10Cetyl PEG/PPG-10/1 DimethiconeSilicone

    Gives a smooth, silky slip and helps lock in moisture.

11. 11Trihydroxystearin
12. 12Centella Asiatica Leaf Extract

    Cica. Famous for calming redness and helping skin repair.

13. 13Polymnia Sonchifolia Root Juice

    A botanical extract. Usually present in small amounts for antioxidant or soothing benefits.

14. 14Zinc Gluconate

    Trace minerals that support skin repair.

15. 15Madecassoside

    Cica. Famous for calming redness and helping skin repair.

16. 16Manganese Gluconate

    Trace minerals that support skin repair.

17. 17Alpha-Glucan Oligosaccharide
18. 18Silica
19. 19Aluminum Hydroxide
20. 20Magnesium Sulfate

    Keeps the formula at a skin-friendly pH.

21. 21Mannose
22. 22Capryloyl Glycine
23. 23Vitreoscilla FermentFungal acne trigger

    Fermented ingredient. Can be brightening, but often flagged for fungal acne.

24. 24Citric Acid

    Keeps the formula at a skin-friendly pH.

25. 25Trisodium Ethylenediamine Disuccinate

    Grabs metal ions so the formula stays stable.

26. 26LactobacillusFungal acne trigger

    Fermented ingredient. Can be brightening, but often flagged for fungal acne.

27. 27Acetylated Glycol StearateFungal acne trigger

    Fatty acid or ester that softens skin. Can feed fungal acne.

28. 28Maltodextrin
29. 29Pentylene Glycol

    Lightweight hydrator and solvent that helps ingredients absorb.

30. 30Polyglyceryl-4 Isostearate

    Helps oil and water mix into a smooth emulsion.

31. 31Tocopherol

    Antioxidant that protects skin and the formula.

32. 32Pentaerythrityl Tetra-Di-T-Butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate
33. 33Phenoxyethanol

    Keeps the product free from bacteria and mould.

34. 34Titanium Dioxide

    Mineral UV filter (also used as a white pigment).