Aveeno Repairing CICA Hand Mask Review

Aveeno Repairing CICA Hand Mask
7.1
/ 10
Moisturizing
9.0 Humectancy icon Humectancy
5.2 Occlusivity icon Occlusivity
Ingredients

Aveeno Repairing CICA Hand Mask Ingredients

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Full Ingredient List (INCI):

Water, Glycerin, Distearyldimonium Chloride, Petrolatum, Isopropyl Palmitate, Cetyl Alcohol, Dimethicone, Avena Sativa (Oat) Kernel Flour, Benzyl Alcohol, Avena Sativa (Oat) Kernel Oil, Steareth-20, Sodium Chloride, Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) Butter Extract, Avena Sativa (Oat) Kernel Extract
Review

Does Aveeno Repairing CICA Hand Mask Work?

 
According to CreamScan's analysis of the ingredient list, here’s what Aveeno Repairing CICA Hand Mask has to offer:
 
✅ Significant moisturizing. It has a moisturizing rating of 7.1 out of 10.

  

Key Benefits of Aveeno Repairing CICA Hand Mask

 
These are the key benefits you can expect from using Aveeno Repairing CICA Hand Mask:
 

🔵🔵 Perfect Moisturizer for Normal to Dry Skin with a Balanced Texture, Neither Too Light nor Too Heavy

According to CreamScan analysis, Aveeno Repairing CICA Hand Mask is highly moisturizing, with a moisturizing rating of 7.1 out of 10.

Is it more humectant or occlusive? Significantly more humectant. It has a very high humectancy of 9.0 out of 10, solely because of the significant content of Glycerin (est. ≈9.0%), and a moderate occlusivity of 5.2 out of 10, primarily due to the substantial concentration of Petrolatum (est. ≈4.0%) and Dimethicone (est. ≈2.0%).

This type of moisturizer is ideal for people with normal skin who want maximum hydration in a formula with a balanced texture - neither too light nor too heavy. It combines a very high concentration of humectants with a moderate amount of occlusive ingredients to deliver effective dual-action moisturizing for normal skin.

This product may also be a good choice for people with normal to dry skin for daily hydration.

Please refer to the Ratings section below for details of the moisturizing rating calculation.

📌 Please note that this is not a complete list of benefits. We are in the process of enhancing our model to incorporate anti-pigmentation, exfoliation and anti-acne ratings.

Pros & Cons of Aveeno Repairing CICA Hand Mask

 
Here’s an overview of the pros and cons of Aveeno Repairing CICA Hand Mask to help you decide if it’s the right choice for your skincare routine:
 

🟩 Pros:

✅ Perfect for moisturizing normal skin
Balanced texture, neither too light nor too heavy
 

⭕ Cons: 

✅ We couldn't find any
   

Summary: Aveeno Repairing CICA Hand Mask

 
Based on the ingredient list analysis, CreamScan AI suggests that Aveeno Repairing CICA Hand Mask
 is an ideal moisturizer for normal skin, combining a very high concentration of humectants with a significant amount of occlusive ingredients in a balanced texture - neither too light nor too heavy.
 
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Ingredient Breakdown

Est. % Ingredient Origin Functions
70
9
6
4
3
2.5
2
1.5
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
Est. %
Water
Function:
Origin:
Glycerin
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Distearyldimonium Chloride
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Petrolatum
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Isopropyl Palmitate
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Cetyl Alcohol
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Dimethicone
Function:
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Avena Sativa (Oat) Kernel Flour
Function:
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Benzyl Alcohol
Function:
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Avena Sativa (Oat) Kernel Oil
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Steareth-20
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Sodium Chloride
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Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) Butter Extract
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Avena Sativa (Oat) Kernel Extract
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Ratings

All humectants
9.0
9
Benchmark
10
All occlusives
10.3
4.0 x 2
2.0
0.3
Benchmark
20
Moisturizing rating
7.1
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark Raiting
Humectancy All humectants 9 10
9.0
9
Occlusivity All occlusives 10.3 20
5.2
4.0 x 2
2.0
0.3
Moisturizing rating
7.1
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark Humectancy
9
All humectants 9 10
9
All humectants
9.0
9
Benchmark
10
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark Occlusivity
4 x 2
2
0.3
All occlusives 10.3 20
5.2
All occlusives
10.3
4.0 x 2
2.0
0.3
Benchmark
20
Ingredient
Ingredient anti-wrinkle power
when present at, %
in this formula est. %
Rating
None
Total
0
None
Anti-wrinkle rating
0
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark
Rich in Antioxidants
1.5
0.3
0.3
All antioxidants 2.1 3 No
All antioxidants
2.1
Avena Sativa (Oat) Kernel Flour
1.5
Avena Sativa (Oat) Kernel Oil
0.3
Avena Sativa (Oat) Kernel Extract
0.3
Benchmark
3
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark
Rich in Soothing
1.5
0.3
All soothing 1.8 5 No
All soothing
1.8
1.5
0.3
Benchmark
5

Ingredients explained

Water
Est. %70
Function
Origin
WaterThe most used ingredient in skincare. Its concentration defines the product texture: rich creams may have about 50% of water while a light jelly about 90%. Water doesn’t moisturize the skin by itself and is used in skincare as a solvent for other ingredients.
Glycerin
Est. %9
Function
Origin
Glycerin

The most popular moisturizing ingredient in the world. It is a powerful humectant – cheap yet very effective.

Distearyldimonium Chloride
Est. %6
Function
Origin
Distearyldimonium ChlorideA synthetically produced emulsifier. In skincare it provides a conditioned feeling, leaving skin soft.
Petrolatum
Est. %4
Function
Origin
PetrolatumAlso known as Vaseline, this is the most powerful occlusive moisturizer and at least twice as effective as other occlusives. This is why we multiply the petrolatum score by 2 when calculating the Occlusivity of the product. Petrolatum is not comedogenic.
Isopropyl Palmitate
Est. %3
Function
Origin
Isopropyl PalmitateAn emollient ester of palmitic acid and isopropanol that gives the skin a smooth, soft, dry, non-oily after-feel. Isopropyl palmitate is listed as a common comedogenic ingredient by acne.org.
Cetyl Alcohol
Est. %2.5
Function
Origin
Cetyl AlcoholA waxy solid fatty alcohol derived from palm oil. It is most commonly used as a co-emulsifier and affects the final aesthetic of the product, leaving a soft and silky feeling on the skin. Cetyl alcohol is also used as a viscosity controlling agent.
Dimethicone
Est. %2
Function
Origin
DimethiconeThe most common silicone in skincare. It forms a silky, smooth film on the skin’s surface and can help to prevent water loss. It also aids in wound healing and can treat and soften scars. Dimethicone is considered to be very safe for use.
Avena Sativa (Oat) Kernel Flour
Est. %1.5
Function
Origin
Avena Sativa (Oat) Kernel FlourA mild abrasive, finely milled oat kernel flour that is also used as a formula helper.
Benzyl Alcohol
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Benzyl Alcohol

A multifunctional ingredient that is supplied as a clear, colorless liquid. Its main function is as a flavoring agent and fragrance. It also acts as a broad-spectrum preservative, solvent, and viscosity-controlling agent that thins the product.

Avena Sativa (Oat) Kernel Oil
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Avena Sativa (Oat) Kernel Oil
Steareth-20
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Steareth-20A white to light brown reaction product of a clear gas and stearyl alcohol. Like the other steareth ingredients, steareth-20 is a waxy emulsifier that can help to form a stable emulsion, even in extreme conditions.
Sodium Chloride
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Sodium Chloride

You’re definitely familiar with sodium chloride, even if you don’t think you are. It’s table salt! Salt works well with some cleansing ingredients (surfactants) to thicken them into gels. It also acts as a stabilizer for water-in-oil emulsions.

Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) Butter Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) Butter Extract

For the most part, shea butter extract has the same composition and uses as the regular shea butter. It is used in skincare products as an emollient ingredient.

Avena Sativa (Oat) Kernel Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Avena Sativa (Oat) Kernel ExtractA beneficial extract obtained from Oat groats popular in products aimed at eczema-prone skin. It contains skin healing beta-glucan, anti-inflammatory phenolic compounds, antioxidant flavonoids, various lipids, proteins, and moisturizing amino acids.