Avène Cicalfate+ Intensive Skin Restorative Serum Versus AXIS - Y Panthenol 10 Skin Smoothing Shield Cream
Updated on April 14, 2025
Overview
What they are
These products are both reef safe . They have a total of 7 ingredients in common
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for dry skin, brightening skin, sensitive skin and dark spots
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, oils, parabens or sulfates
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Ingredient Info
Avène Cicalfate+ Intensive Skin Restorative Serum 14 ingredients
AXIS - Y Panthenol 10 Skin Smoothing Shield Cream 48 ingredients
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Avène Cicalfate+ Intensive Skin Restorative Serum 14 ingredients
AXIS - Y Panthenol 10 Skin Smoothing Shield Cream 48 ingredients
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Key Ingredients
Benefits
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Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningPanthenol 10%
Skin Conditioning
Methylpropanediol
SolventSqualane
Emollient
Glycerin
Humectant
Cetyl Ethylhexanoate
EmollientVinyldimethicone
Propylheptyl Caprylate
EmollientCetearyl Alcohol
Emollient
Betaine
Humectant
Asiaticoside
Antioxidant
Madecassic Acid
Skin Conditioning
Madecassoside
Antioxidant
Asiatic Acid
Skin ConditioningCentella Asiatica Extract
Cleansing
Centella Asiatica Root Extract
Skin Conditioning
Centella Asiatica Leaf Extract
Skin Conditioning
Tocopherol
Antioxidant
Beta-Sitosterol
Emulsion StabilisingTaurine
BufferingXylitol
HumectantErythritol
HumectantArginine
Masking
Phytosterols
Skin ConditioningCeramide NP
Skin Conditioning
Morus Alba Root Extract
BleachingSaccharomyces Ferment
Skin Conditioning
1,2-Hexanediol
Skin ConditioningPolyglyceryl-2 Stearate
Emulsifying
Glyceryl Stearate
Emollient
Glyceryl Stearate Se
Emulsifying
Stearyl Alcohol
Emollient
Hydroxyacetophenone
Antioxidant
Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer
Emulsion StabilisingBehenyl Alcohol
Emollient
Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer
Emulsion StabilisingHydrogenated Lecithin
EmulsifyingXanthan Gum
EmulsifyingEthylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningTromethamine
BufferingDisodium EDTA
Citric Acid
Buffering
Cholesterol
Emollient
Sorbitan Isostearate
Emulsifying
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Propanediol
SolventHydroxypropyl Cyclodextrin
MaskingSucrose Distearate
Emollient
Water, Panthenol 10%, Methylpropanediol, Squalane, Glycerin, Cetyl Ethylhexanoate, Vinyldimethicone, Propylheptyl Caprylate, Cetearyl Alcohol, Betaine, Asiaticoside, Madecassic Acid, Madecassoside, Asiatic Acid, Centella Asiatica Extract, Centella Asiatica Root Extract, Centella Asiatica Leaf Extract, Tocopherol, Beta-Sitosterol, Taurine, Xylitol, Erythritol, Arginine, Phytosterols, Ceramide NP, Morus Alba Root Extract, Saccharomyces Ferment, 1,2-Hexanediol, Polyglyceryl-2 Stearate, Glyceryl Stearate, Glyceryl Stearate Se, Stearyl Alcohol, Hydroxyacetophenone, Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer, Behenyl Alcohol, Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer, Hydrogenated Lecithin, Xanthan Gum, Ethylhexylglycerin, Tromethamine, Disodium EDTA, Citric Acid, Cholesterol, Sorbitan Isostearate, Butylene Glycol, Propanediol, Hydroxypropyl Cyclodextrin, Sucrose Distearate
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
Glycerin is already naturally found in your skin. It helps moisturize and protect your skin.
A study from 2016 found glycerin to be more effective as a humectant than AHAs and hyaluronic acid.
As a humectant, it helps the skin stay hydrated by pulling moisture to your skin. The low molecular weight of glycerin allows it to pull moisture into the deeper layers of your skin.
Hydrated skin improves your skin barrier; Your skin barrier helps protect against irritants and bacteria.
Glycerin has also been found to have antimicrobial and antiviral properties. Due to these properties, glycerin is often used in wound and burn treatments.
In cosmetics, glycerin is usually derived from plants such as soybean or palm. However, it can also be sourced from animals, such as tallow or animal fat.
This ingredient is organic, colorless, odorless, and non-toxic.
Glycerin is the name for this ingredient in American English. British English uses Glycerol/Glycerine.
Learn more about GlycerinBetaine is a common humectant (a substance that promotes retention of moisture). It's known to be gentle on the skin and can help balance hydration.
This ingredient is best for improving hydration and soothing irritated skin. Studies also show it helps even out skin tone.
Fun fact: Betaine is naturally created in the skin and body. The kind found within cosmetic products can be either plant-derived or synthetic.
Learn more about BetaineCitric Acid is an AHA derived from citrus fruits (think oranges, lemons, and limes!).
As an AHA, Citric Acid removes the top layer of skin cells from the newer layer of skin underneath. This helps skin to remove dark spots and even out skin tone.
If you spot Citric Acid near the end of an ingredient list, it's likely there as a pH adjuster rather than an active ingredient.
Read more about some other popular AHA's here:
Learn more about Citric AcidThis is a synthetic polymer. It helps improve the texture of products by adding thickness and gel-like feel.
It is also an emulsifer, meaning it prevents ingredients such as oil and water from separating. It also helps evenly disperse other ingredients.
Sorbitan Isostearate is an emulsifer and cleaning agent. It is created from isostearic acid and sorbitol.
As an emulsifier, Sorbitan Isostearate prevents oils and water from separating.
Due to its isostearic acid base, it may not be safe for Malassezia or fungal acne.
Learn more about Sorbitan IsostearateWater. It's the most common cosmetic ingredient of all. You'll usually see it at the top of ingredient lists, meaning that it makes up the largest part of the product.
So why is it so popular? Water most often acts as a solvent - this means that it helps dissolve other ingredients into the formulation.
You'll also recognize water as that liquid we all need to stay alive. If you see this, drink a glass of water. Stay hydrated!
Learn more about WaterXanthan gum is used as a stabilizer and thickener within cosmetic products. It helps give products a sticky, thick feeling - preventing them from being too runny.
On the technical side of things, xanthan gum is a polysaccharide - a combination consisting of multiple sugar molecules bonded together.
Xanthan gum is a pretty common and great ingredient. It is a natural, non-toxic, non-irritating ingredient that is also commonly used in food products.
Learn more about Xanthan GumIngredient Ratings
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Avène Cicalfate+ Intensive Skin Restorative Serum 14 ingredients
AXIS - Y Panthenol 10 Skin Smoothing Shield Cream 48 ingredients
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Avène Cicalfate+ Intensive Skin Restorative Serum 14 ingredients
AXIS - Y Panthenol 10 Skin Smoothing Shield Cream 48 ingredients
I've used this cream during the transition months for awhile. I've gone through a few tubes and always make sure I have one on hand. It's really lightweight and sinks in really nicely. My skin usually needs thicker creams even in warmer weather but this cream is one of my favourites that are thinner. The panthenol also helps to settle and soothe my sensitive skin which I enjoy. 10/10!
