La Roche-Posay Effaclar Ultra Concentrated Serum Versus Uriage Bariederm-Cica Daily Serum
Updated on July 18, 2023
Overview
What they are
These products are both reef safe . They have a total of 3 ingredients in common
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for fighting acne, brightening skin and sensitive skin
Free From
They both do not contain any common allergens, parabens, silicones or sulfates
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Ingredient Info
La Roche-Posay Effaclar Ultra Concentrated Serum 19 ingredients
Uriage Bariederm-Cica Daily Serum 14 ingredients
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At a glance
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La Roche-Posay Effaclar Ultra Concentrated Serum 19 ingredients
Uriage Bariederm-Cica Daily Serum 14 ingredients
Ingredients, at a glance
What's in this product, and how it might affect your skin.
Notable Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients, at a glance
What's in this product, and how it might affect your skin.
Benefits
Ingredients Side-by-side
Water. 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.
Alcohol Denat. is an alcohol with a denaturant property. It is created by mixing ethanol with other additives.
5 Concerns
Propanediol helps absorb ingredients into your skin, boosting their benefits. It can act as an emollient, making your skin softer. Propanediol can help products last longer by boosting the properties of preservatives within the formulation.
Glycolic Acid is arguably the most famous AHA with a ton of research to back up its benefits.
7 BenefitsMay worsen Rosacea
Niacinamide has emerged as an all-star ingredient due to its many benefits.
9 Benefits
Dimethyl Isosorbide is a solvent and helps deliver actives into your skin. It is created from sorbitol.
Pentylene glycol is typically used within a product to thicken it. It also adds a smooth, soft, and moisturizing feel to the product. It is naturally found in plants such as sugar beets.
Salicylic Acid (also known as beta hydroxy acid or BHA) is one of the most well-known ingredients for treating skin that struggles with blackheads and acne. It helps to exfoliate both the skin's surface and pores, and also acts as an anti-inflammatory agent.
Preservative4 Benefits3 Concerns
Sodium Hydroxide is also known as lye or caustic soda. It is used to adjust the pH of products; many ingredients require a specific pH to be effective.
Peg-60 Hydrogenated Castor Oil comes from hydrogenated castor oil. It is a solubilizer and emulsifier.
Not safe for Fungal Acne
We don't have a description for Hydroxyethylpiperazine Ethane Sulfonic Acid yet.
Citric Acid is an AHA derived from citrus fruits (think oranges, lemons, and limes!).
5 BenefitsMay worsen Rosacea
PEG-30 Glyceryl Cocoate isn't fungal acne safe. It can be bad for dry skin.
Capryloyl Salicylic Acid comes from salicylic acid, the famous acne-fighting BHA.
Biosaccharide Gum-1 is a sugar created from fermented sorbitol. Most sorbitol is made from potato starch.
Maltodextrin is a polysaccharide. It is derived from starch such as rice, corn, wheat, or potato starch.
Phytic Acid is a gentle AHA and antioxidant. AHAs are chemical exfoliants that help remove dead skin cells. Phytic Acid has a slight and mild exfoliating effect.
2 BenefitsMay worsen Rosacea
Polyquaternium-10 is an ammonium salt of hydroxyethylcellulose. It is a white and granular powder used as a film-former and anti-static agent.
Parfum is a catch-all term for an ingredient or more that is used to give a scent to products.
2 Concerns
Water, Alcohol Denat., Propanediol, Glycolic Acid, Niacinamide, Dimethyl Isosorbide, Pentylene Glycol, Salicylic Acid, Sodium Hydroxide, PEG-60 Hydrogenated Castor Oil, Hydroxyethylpiperazine Ethane Sulfonic Acid, Citric Acid, PEG-30 Glyceryl Cocoate, Capryloyl Salicylic Acid, Biosaccharide Gum-1, Maltodextrin, Phytic Acid, Polyquaternium-10, Parfum
Water. 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.
Glycerin is already naturally found in your skin. It helps moisturize and protect your skin.
Diglycerin is a humectant. It is derived from glycerin, which is naturally found in your skin.
1,2-Hexanediol is a multi-tasker ingredient. It acts as a preservative to increase shelf-life and can aid other preservatives in preventing microbe growth.
Inulin is a polysaccharide (carbohydrate) with prebiotic and antioxidant properties.
Panthenol is a common ingredient that helps hydrate and soothe the skin. It is found naturally in our skin and hair.
Sodium Polyacryloyldimethyl Taurate is a polymer and used to help stabilize other ingredients.
Xanthan 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.
Sodium Hyaluronate is hyaluronic acid's salt form. It is commonly derived from the sodium salt of hyaluronic acid.
Propanediol helps absorb ingredients into your skin, boosting their benefits. It can act as an emollient, making your skin softer. Propanediol can help products last longer by boosting the properties of preservatives within the formulation.
Centella Asiatica Leaf Extract comes from the leaves of an herb plant native to Southeast Asia. Centella Asiatica is rich in antioxidants and amino acids. It can help reduce irritation and soothe the skin.
Citric Acid is an AHA derived from citrus fruits (think oranges, lemons, and limes!).
5 BenefitsMay worsen Rosacea
Zinc gluconate has antibacterial and wound healing properties. It is particularly effective against fighting inflammatory acne.
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
Water. 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 WaterPropanediol helps absorb ingredients into your skin, boosting their benefits. It can act as an emollient, making your skin softer. Propanediol can help products last longer by boosting the properties of preservatives within the formulation.
Propanediol is not likely to cause sensitivity and considered safe to use.
It is derived from corn or petroleum with a clear color and no scent.
Learn more about PropanediolCitric 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 AcidIngredient Ratings
Here's what our community thinks of the ingredients in these products.
When to use
La Roche-Posay Effaclar Ultra Concentrated Serum 19 ingredients
Uriage Bariederm-Cica Daily Serum 14 ingredients
Reviews
Here's what our community thinks
La Roche-Posay Effaclar Ultra Concentrated Serum 19 ingredients
Freja Larsen
This product was horrible for me! First I got it recommended by a pharmacist for my face, but back then it was too tingly and I stopped using it....
This product was horrible for me! First I got it recommended by a pharmacist for my face, but back then it was too tingly and I stopped using it. Now because I’ve gotten a bit bacne I would use it there. Apparently I might be allergic, and now I have to throw it out for good! I don’t know who’s face can tolerate this concentrated serum :/
Face is usually more “thick skinned” than your neck and shoulders though. For example your oily skin prolly would have no issues with retinol 0,5% but your neck and shoulders...
Face is usually more “thick skinned” than your neck and shoulders though. For example your oily skin prolly would have no issues with retinol 0,5% but your neck and shoulders would get never used beyond 0.1% and turn red. But I agree that product is so so… anything that has alcohol denat that way up in ingredients is usually due saving costs.
GabriellaTsoukalas
Worth the try for ACNE skin
I used it for about 2 years and I was more than satisfied. Upon returning on my Erasmus trip, it broke me out and made...
Worth the try for ACNE skin
I used it for about 2 years and I was more than satisfied. Upon returning on my Erasmus trip, it broke me out and made my skin dry. I don't know if anything happened during the trip but right now I don't use it. It's really good if you have taken acne treatment pills and you need smt to keep the acne away (from my experience at least).
Maybe your skin got sensitive from usung it too much? im scared to try this bc if my skin goes bad after using
Maybe your skin got sensitive from usung it too much? im scared to try this bc if my skin goes bad after using
Uriage Bariederm-Cica Daily Serum 14 ingredients
Vicky
It’s pretty mid, did not notice any significant effect other than hydration. Giving it 4 stars because the ingredient list is quite clean and...
It’s pretty mid, did not notice any significant effect other than hydration. Giving it 4 stars because the ingredient list is quite clean and short. Did not irritate, but i feel like my skin likes heartleaf more than cantella.
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