Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of The Face Shop Dr. Belmeur Cica Recovery Cream versus The Face Shop Dr. Belmeur Advanced Cica Hydro Cream .
Published on July 18, 2023
Overview
What they are
These products are both reef safe general moisturizers. They have a total of 18 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain Vitamin E
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for anti aging, dry skin, brightening skin, sensitive skin and scar healing
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, parabens or sulfates
What's Inside
They both contain fragrances, oils and silicones
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General Moisturizer
All-purpose moisturizers hydrate the top layer of skin cells.
General Moisturizer
All-purpose moisturizers hydrate the top layer of skin cells.
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Ingredient Info
The Face Shop Dr. Belmeur Cica Recovery Cream 62 ingredients
The Face Shop Dr. Belmeur Advanced Cica Hydro Cream 41 ingredients
Alcohol Free
This product is free of harsh alcohols 🎉
Contains Silicon
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Contains Fragrance
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Sulfate Free
This product is free of sulfates 🎉
Paraben Free
This product is free of parabens 🎉
Contains Oils
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Not Malassezia Safe
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Reef Safe
This product is free of ingredients that damage reefs 🎉
EU Allergen Free
This product is free of EU allergens 🎉
Non Vegan
This product is not vegan 😥
Not Cruelty Free
This product is not cruelty-free 😥
Alcohol Free
This product is free of harsh alcohols 🎉
Contains Silicon
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Contains Fragrance
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Sulfate Free
This product is free of sulfates 🎉
Paraben Free
This product is free of parabens 🎉
Contains Oils
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Not Malassezia Safe
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Reef Safe
This product is free of ingredients that damage reefs 🎉
Non Vegan
This product is not vegan 😥
Not Cruelty Free
This product is not cruelty-free 😥
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The Face Shop Dr. Belmeur Cica Recovery Cream 62 ingredients
The Face Shop Dr. Belmeur Advanced Cica Hydro Cream 41 ingredients
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Ingredients that are highlighted in purple are present in both products.
The Face Shop Dr. Belmeur Cica Recovery Cream 62 ingredients
The Face Shop Dr. Belmeur Advanced Cica Hydro Cream 41 ingredients
Water • Dipropylene Glycol • Glycerin • Cyclohexasiloxane • Coco-Caprylate • Panthenol • Niacinamide • Triethylhexanoin • 1,2-Hexanediol • Glyceryl Stearate • Cetearyl Alcohol • C14-22 Alcohols • Hydrogenated Lecithin • Alanyl Glutamine • Myristica Fragrans Extract • Phytosteryl Oleate • Ceramide NP • Dimethicone • Cetearyl Olivate • Peg-100 Stearate • Tocopheryl Acetate • Sorbitan Olivate • Squalane • Peg-150 Distearate • Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/Vp Copolymer • C12-20 Alkyl Glucoside • Madecassoside • Glycereth-20 • Macadamia Ternifolia Seed Oil • Peg-10 Rapeseed Sterol • Butyrospermum Parkii Butter • Arachidyl Glucoside • Xanthan Gum • Trisodium EDTA • Eclipta Prostrata Extract • Stearic Acid • Beta-Glucan • Cholesterol • Carbomer • Tromethamine • Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil • Melia Azadirachta Leaf Extract • Asiaticoside • Madecassic Acid • Asiatic Acid • Moringa Oleifera Seed Oil • Sodium Lauroyl Lactylate • Daucus Carota Sativa Seed Oil • Daucus Carota Sativa Root Extract • Beta-Carotene • Ceramide AP • Phytosphingosine • Ethylhexylglycerin • Ascorbyl Palmitate • Ceramide EOP • Caprylic Acid • Cinnamomum Camphora Bark Oil • Litsea Cubeba Fruit Oil • Origanum Majorana Leaf Oil • Cymbopogon Martini Oil • Citrus Aurantium Dulcis Flower Oil • Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Fruit Oil
Water • Glycerin • Cyclohexasiloxane • Propanediol • Polyglyceryl-4 Caprate • 1,2-Hexanediol • Hydrogenated Polydecene • Cetyl Palmitate • Hydrogenated Olive Oil Stearyl Esters • Caprylic Acid • Sorbitan Stearate • Panthenol • Madecassoside • Sodium Hyaluronate • Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid • Centella Asiatica Leaf Extract • Beta-Glucan • Acrylates Copolymer • Isohexadecane • Squalane • Tridecyl Stearate • Butylene Glycol • Tridecyl Trimellitate • Hydrogenated Vegetable Oil • Jojoba Esters • Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/Vp Copolymer • Polyglyceryl-10 Stearate • Tromethamine • Dipentaerythrityl Hexacaprylate/Hexacaprate • Hydrogenated Olive Oil Unsaponifiables • Trisodium EDTA • Tocopherol • Cinnamomum Camphora Bark Oil • Litsea Cubeba Fruit Oil • Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Fruit Oil • Origanum Majorana Leaf Oil • Cymbopogon Martini Oil • Citrus Aurantium Dulcis Flower Oil • Citral • Limonene • Linalool
Ingredients Side-by-side
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Ingredients Explained
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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. Talk about multi-purpose! If you see this, drink a glass of water. Stay hydrated!
Learn more about WaterThe Face Shop Dr. Belmeur Cica Recovery Cream contains this as ingredient number 1.
The Face Shop Dr. Belmeur Advanced Cica Hydro Cream contains this as ingredient number 1.
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 GlycerinThe Face Shop Dr. Belmeur Cica Recovery Cream contains this as ingredient number 3.
The Face Shop Dr. Belmeur Advanced Cica Hydro Cream contains this as ingredient number 2.
Cyclohexasiloxane is a type of silicone more commonly known as D6. It is an emollient and solvent.
Cyclohexasiloxane is used to evenly distribute ingredients throughout the product. When applied to the skin, Cyclohexasiloxane evaporates and leaves behind a silky feel.
As an emollient, it can help the skin feel soft and hydrated. It is also used to reduce frizz in hair products.
Learn more about CyclohexasiloxaneThe Face Shop Dr. Belmeur Cica Recovery Cream contains this as ingredient number 4.
The Face Shop Dr. Belmeur Advanced Cica Hydro Cream contains this as ingredient number 3.
Panthenol (also referred to as pro-vitamin B5) is a common ingredient that helps hydrate and soothe the skin.
lt is a humectant, meaning that it helps the skin attract and retain moisture.
Another benefit is the anti-inflammatory abilities. This means that it's great for sensitive, irritation-prone skin.
Once oxidized, panthenol converts to pantothenic acid. Panthothenic acid is found in all living cells.
Learn more about PanthenolThe Face Shop Dr. Belmeur Cica Recovery Cream contains this as ingredient number 6.
The Face Shop Dr. Belmeur Advanced Cica Hydro Cream contains this as ingredient number 12.
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. 1,2-Hexanediol also helps the skin retain moisture as a humectant.
In products that are water-based, this ingredient can help stabilize perfumes and fragrances. It can also help make the texture of products softer and more smooth.
The Face Shop Dr. Belmeur Cica Recovery Cream contains this as ingredient number 9.
The Face Shop Dr. Belmeur Advanced Cica Hydro Cream contains this as ingredient number 6.
Squalane is an emollient that helps the skin hold onto moisture. It's an oily liquid that occurs naturally in certain types of fish and plant oils.
Because squalane boosts hydration in the skin, it also comes with plenty of benefits: it is an antioxidant and can help fight free radicals and skin damage. Squalane is also found to have a detoxifying effect when applied.
Squalane comes from squalene, which occurs naturally within the sebum of our skin. It is one of the oils our skin produces to keep itself hydrated. Squalane is the hydrogenated version of squalene and has a longer shelf life.
Research shows that squalane is non-irritating (even at 100% concentration).
In general, it's a fantastic ingredient. It does a great job at hydrating the skin, and it's suitable for those with sensitive skin.
The source of squalane may impact malassezia / fungal acne. This is because olive oil derived squalane can contain impurities such as fatty acids and plant waxes. Sugarcane derived squalane is recommended for anyone with malassezia concerns.
Is squalane vegan? This depends on the source. Squalane can be derived from both plants and animals. Most squalane used in skincare comes from plants.
Please note: the source of squalane is only known if disclosed by the brand. We recommend reaching out to the brand if you have any questions about their squalane.
Read more about squalene with an "e".
Learn more about SqualaneThe Face Shop Dr. Belmeur Cica Recovery Cream contains this as ingredient number 23.
The Face Shop Dr. Belmeur Advanced Cica Hydro Cream contains this as ingredient number 20.
Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/Vp Copolymer (let's call it AAVC for short) is a synthetically created polymer. It's used as a film-forming agent and used to thicken the consistency of products.
AAVC is able to increase the consistency and viscosity of products due to its large molecule size. It also prevents ingredients from separating.
The Face Shop Dr. Belmeur Cica Recovery Cream contains this as ingredient number 26.
The Face Shop Dr. Belmeur Advanced Cica Hydro Cream contains this as ingredient number 26.
Madecassoside comes from the super popular skin-soothing ingredient, Centella asiatica. It is one of four active compounds found in the extract of Centella Asiatica.
Madecassoside has antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and hydrating properties. It contains fatty acids, amino acids, beta-carotene, and phytochemicals.
One study found using Madecassoside with ascorbic acid helped reduce the signs of aging and improved skin hydration.
Learn more about MadecassosideThe Face Shop Dr. Belmeur Cica Recovery Cream contains this as ingredient number 28.
The Face Shop Dr. Belmeur Advanced Cica Hydro Cream contains this as ingredient number 13.
We don't have a description for Trisodium EDTA.
The Face Shop Dr. Belmeur Cica Recovery Cream contains this as ingredient number 35.
The Face Shop Dr. Belmeur Advanced Cica Hydro Cream contains this as ingredient number 31.
Beta-Glucan is a polysaccharide. It can be derived from the cell walls of seaweed, oats, yeast, and fungi.
Beta-Glucan is a humectant, meaning it can hold large amounts of water. This helps hydrate the skin. It also helps boost your skin's natural barrier.
Beta-Glucan has antioxidant properties. Antioxidants help fight free-radicals. Free-radicals are molecules that may damage your skin cells, such as pollution.
Studies show Beta-Glucan may be an effective wrinkle reducer as it can deeply penetrate into skin. It has also been show to help with wound healing.
Learn more about Beta-GlucanThe Face Shop Dr. Belmeur Cica Recovery Cream contains this as ingredient number 38.
The Face Shop Dr. Belmeur Advanced Cica Hydro Cream contains this as ingredient number 17.
Tromethamine is an aliphatic compound. An aliphatic compound is an organic compound with open-chained carbon atoms. It is synthetically created. Tromethamine is used to balance pH and improve texture.
As an emulsifier, Tromethamine prevents oil and water ingredients from separating. This helps stabilize the product and elongate a product's shelf life. Tromethamine also makes a product thicker.
Tromethamine helps balance the pH level of a product. Normal pH level of skin is slightly acidic (~4.75-5.5). The acidity of our skin is maintained by our glands and skin biome. Being slightly acidic allows our skin to create an "acid mantle". This acid mantle is a thin barrier that protects our skin from bacteria and contaminants.
Oral Tromethanmine is an anti-inflammatory drug but plays the role of masking, adding fragrance, and/or balancing pH in skincare.
1,3-Propanediol, 2-amino-2-(hydroxymethyl)-
Learn more about TromethamineThe Face Shop Dr. Belmeur Cica Recovery Cream contains this as ingredient number 41.
The Face Shop Dr. Belmeur Advanced Cica Hydro Cream contains this as ingredient number 28.
Caprylic Acid is a fatty acid commonly found in plant oils, such as palm and coconut oils.
Much of the research is based on caprylic acid derived from coconut oil. Coconut oil is an emollient and helps moisturize the skin.
Caprylic Acid has antimicrobial and antifungal properties. Several studies found it to be effective at treating yeast infections. It also has anti-inflammatory properties. Besides cosmetics, this ingredient is also used for a variety of medical purposes such as treating digestive disorders.
This ingredient is minimally soluble in water.
Read more about a similar ingredient Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride.
Learn more about Caprylic AcidThe Face Shop Dr. Belmeur Cica Recovery Cream contains this as ingredient number 57.
The Face Shop Dr. Belmeur Advanced Cica Hydro Cream contains this as ingredient number 10.
Cinnamomum Camphora Bark Oil is an oil.
The Face Shop Dr. Belmeur Cica Recovery Cream contains this as ingredient number 58.
The Face Shop Dr. Belmeur Advanced Cica Hydro Cream contains this as ingredient number 33.
Litsea Cubeba Fruit Oil is a fragrance and is an oil.
The Face Shop Dr. Belmeur Cica Recovery Cream contains this as ingredient number 59.
The Face Shop Dr. Belmeur Advanced Cica Hydro Cream contains this as ingredient number 34.
Origanum Majorana Leaf Oil is an oil.
The Face Shop Dr. Belmeur Cica Recovery Cream contains this as ingredient number 60.
The Face Shop Dr. Belmeur Advanced Cica Hydro Cream contains this as ingredient number 36.
Cymbopogon Martini Oil is the volatile oil expressed from the herb palmarosa, Cymbopogon martini, Gramineae
The Face Shop Dr. Belmeur Cica Recovery Cream contains this as ingredient number 61.
The Face Shop Dr. Belmeur Advanced Cica Hydro Cream contains this as ingredient number 37.
Citrus Aurantium Dulcis Flower Oil is an oil.
The Face Shop Dr. Belmeur Cica Recovery Cream contains this as ingredient number 62.
The Face Shop Dr. Belmeur Advanced Cica Hydro Cream contains this as ingredient number 38.
Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Fruit Oil is the oil from the bergamot orange. This bergamot is native to Italy.
Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Fruit Oil is used to add fragrance to products. It contains limonene, linalool, and linalyl acetate.
The term 'fragrance' is not regulated in many countries. In many cases, it is up to the brand to define this term. For instance, many brands choose to label themselves as "fragrance-free" because they are not using synthetic fragrances. However, their products may still contain ingredients such as essential oils that are considered a fragrance.
When used topically, Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Fruit Oil is a photosensitizer due to its furanocoumarins. Photosensitizers make the skin and eyes much more sensitive to sunlight. Photosensitizers are linked to skin cancer.
However, more cosmetics using Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Fruit Oil are removing the furanocoumarins.
Bergamot oil was also found to have anti-inflammatory, antibacterial and antifungal properties.
Learn more about Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Fruit OilThe Face Shop Dr. Belmeur Cica Recovery Cream contains this as ingredient number 63.
The Face Shop Dr. Belmeur Advanced Cica Hydro Cream contains this as ingredient number 35.
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The Face Shop Dr. Belmeur Cica Recovery Cream 62 ingredients
The Face Shop Dr. Belmeur Advanced Cica Hydro Cream 41 ingredients
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