Laboratoire ACM Cicastim Repair Cream Versus Dermactive Acti-Repair Cica Cream
Updated on May 12, 2025
Overview
What they are
These products are both cruelty-free and reef safe . They have a total of 6 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain Vitamin E
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for dry skin, sensitive skin and scar healing
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, parabens, silicones or sulfates
What's Inside
They both contain fragrances and oils
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Ingredient Info
Laboratoire ACM Cicastim Repair Cream 19 ingredients
Dermactive Acti-Repair Cica Cream 36 ingredients
What's inside (and what isn't)
What's inside (and what isn't)
At a glance
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Laboratoire ACM Cicastim Repair Cream 19 ingredients
Dermactive Acti-Repair Cica Cream 36 ingredients
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningCetyl Alcohol
Emollient
Paraffinum Liquidum
Emollient
Isopropyl Myristate
Emollient
Sorbitol
Humectant
Glyceryl Stearate
Emollient
Hydroxypropyl Starch Phosphate
PEG-75 Stearate
Allantoin
Skin Conditioning
Tocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Cera Microcristallina
Emulsion Stabilising
Ceteth-20
CleansingSteareth-20
CleansingParaffin
Perfuming
Decylene Glycol
Skin ConditioningPolyacrylamide
C13-14 Isoparaffin
Emollient
Laureth-7
EmulsifyingChlorhexidine Digluconate
Antimicrobial
Water, Cetyl Alcohol, Paraffinum Liquidum, Isopropyl Myristate, Sorbitol, Glyceryl Stearate, Hydroxypropyl Starch Phosphate, PEG-75 Stearate, Allantoin, Tocopheryl Acetate, Cera Microcristallina, Ceteth-20, Steareth-20, Paraffin, Decylene Glycol, Polyacrylamide, C13-14 Isoparaffin, Laureth-7, Chlorhexidine Digluconate
Water
Skin ConditioningGlyceryl Stearate
Emollient
Stearic Acid
Cleansing
Cetyl Alcohol
Emollient
Olea Europaea Fruit Oil
Masking
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
Masking
Butyrospermum Parkii Butter
Skin Conditioning
Cocos Nucifera Oil
Masking
Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis Oil
Skin Conditioning
Vitis Vinifera Seed Oil
Emollient
Arnica Montana Flower Extract
Masking
Chamomilla Recutita Flower Extract
Masking
Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract
Emollient
Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil
Emollient
Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract
Antimicrobial
Panthenol
Skin Conditioning
Niacinamide
Smoothing
Glycerin
Humectant
Pseudoalteromonas Ferment Extract
Humectant
Xanthan Gum
EmulsifyingAlanine
MaskingProline
Skin ConditioningSerine
Masking
Sodium Phosphate
BufferingSodium Hydroxide
BufferingTocopherol
Antioxidant
Caprylyl Glycol
EmollientPolyacrylamide
C10-13 Isoparaffin
Solvent
C11-13 Pareth-6
CleansingAllantoin
Skin Conditioning
Tocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningSodium Benzoate
Masking
Triethanolamine
BufferingWater, Glyceryl Stearate, Stearic Acid, Cetyl Alcohol, Olea Europaea Fruit Oil, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Butyrospermum Parkii Butter, Cocos Nucifera Oil, Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis Oil, Vitis Vinifera Seed Oil, Arnica Montana Flower Extract, Chamomilla Recutita Flower Extract, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract, Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Panthenol, Niacinamide, Glycerin, Pseudoalteromonas Ferment Extract, Xanthan Gum, Alanine, Proline, Serine, Sodium Phosphate, Sodium Hydroxide, Tocopherol, Caprylyl Glycol, Polyacrylamide, C10-13 Isoparaffin, C11-13 Pareth-6, Allantoin, Tocopheryl Acetate, Phenoxyethanol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Sodium Benzoate, Triethanolamine
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
Allantoin plays a role in soothing and moisturizing the skin. Because of this, it is often added to products with strong active ingredients.
Some studies have shown this ingredient can promote wound healing with higher concentrations.
Allantoin is derived from the comfrey plant but produced synthetically for cosmetic products to ensure purity.
Learn more about AllantoinCetyl Alcohol is a fatty alcohol. Fatty Alcohols are most often used as an emollient or to thicken a product.
Its main roles are:
Though it has "alcohol" in the name, it is not related to denatured alcohol or ethyl alcohol.
The FDA allows products labeled "alcohol-free" to have fatty alcohols.
Learn more about Cetyl AlcoholGlyceryl Stearate is a mix of glycerin and stearic acid.
It is used to stabilize the mixing of water and oil ingredients. By preventing these ingredients from separating, it can help elongate shelf life. It can also help thicken the product's texture.
As an emollient, it helps soften skin and supports barrier-replenishing ingredients.
In cosmetics, Glyceryl Stearate is often made from vegetable oils or synthetically produced.
This ingredient may not be fungal-acne safe
Fun fact: The human body also creates Glyceryl Stearate naturally.
Learn more about Glyceryl StearatePolyacrylamide is a synthetic polymer. It is used to stabilize products and bind ingredients. When hydrated, Polyacrylamide forms a soft gel.
Polyacrylamide is low-toxicity. If source properly, it is deemed safe to use in cosmetics.
It should be noted the precursor to Polyacrylamide is acrylamide. Acrylamide is a carcinogen. Most reputable sources of Polyacrylamide will screen for residual acrylamide to make sure the count is in a safe range. Acrylamide is not able to be absorbed through the skin.
We recommend speaking with a professional if you have concerns.
Learn more about PolyacrylamideTocopheryl Acetate is AKA Vitamin E. It is an antioxidant and protects your skin from free radicals. Free radicals damage the skin by breaking down collagen.
One study found using Tocopheryl Acetate with Vitamin C decreased the number of sunburned cells.
Tocopheryl Acetate is commonly found in both skincare and dietary supplements.
Learn more about Tocopheryl AcetateWater. 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!
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