Embryolisse Cicalisse - Restorative & Protective Skin Cream

Embryolisse Cicalisse - Restorative & Protective Skin Cream
4.2
/ 10
Moisturizing
6.9 Humectancy icon Humectancy
1.6 Occlusivity icon Occlusivity
Rich
in Antioxidants

Review

Results you may expect from using Embryolisse Cicalisse - Restorative & Protective Skin Cream:

Based on the ingredient analysis by CreamScan, these are the key benefits you can expect from using Embryolisse Cicalisse - Restorative & Protective Skin Cream:

  • Moderate moisturizing. It has a moisturizing rating of 4.2 out of 10.
  • Antioxidant protection.

How moisturizing is it?

Quite moisturizing: Embryolisse Cicalisse - Restorative & Protective Skin Cream has a moisturizing rating of 4.2 out of 10.

Is it more humectant or occlusive? Significantly more humectant. It has a low occlusivity of 1.6 out of 10 and a high humectancy of 6.9 out of 10, primarily due to the high content of Glycerin (est. ≈6.0%).

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

Antioxidant benefits

We estimate that Embryolisse Cicalisse - Restorative & Protective Skin Cream is rich (> 3%) in antioxidants, specifically Acetamidocaproic Acid (est. ≈4.0%).

A key benefit of antioxidants is their ability to reduce oxidative stress caused by free radicals and therefore prevent accelerated skin aging. Studies also show that antioxidants can protect against environmental damage such as UV radiation and pollution, and help reduce inflammation and skin redness.

Ingredients

Est. % Ingredient Origin Functions
65
Water
9
Caprylic Acid
6
Glycerin
4
Acetamidocaproic Acid
3
Cetyl Alcohol
2.5
Glyceryl Stearate
2
Aluminum Starch Octenylsuccinate
1.5
Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis (Sweet Almond) Oil
1.3
Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/VP Copolymer
1
Alpha-Glucan Oligosaccharide
0.3
Gossypium Herbaceum (Cotton) Seed Oil
0.3
PEG-75 Stearate
0.3
Hydrogenated Sweet Almond Oil
0.3
Prunus Armeniaca (Apricot) Kernel Oil
0.3
Sodium Hydroxide
0.3
Caprylyl Glycol
0.3
Hydrogenated Cottonseed Oil
0.3
Ceteth-20
0.3
Steareth-20
0.3
Hydrogenated Apricot Kernel Oil
0.3
Sodium Hyaluronate
0.3
Disodium EDTA
0.3
Tocopheryl Acetate
0.3
Citric Acid
0.3
Tropolone
0.3
Tocopherol
0.3
Sodium Benzoate
0.3
Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract
0.3
Potassium Sorbate
Est. %
Water
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Caprylic Acid
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Glycerin
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Acetamidocaproic Acid
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Cetyl Alcohol
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Glyceryl Stearate
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Aluminum Starch Octenylsuccinate
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Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis (Sweet Almond) Oil
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Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/VP Copolymer
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Alpha-Glucan Oligosaccharide
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Gossypium Herbaceum (Cotton) Seed Oil
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PEG-75 Stearate
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Hydrogenated Sweet Almond Oil
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Prunus Armeniaca (Apricot) Kernel Oil
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Sodium Hydroxide
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Caprylyl Glycol
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Hydrogenated Cottonseed Oil
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Ceteth-20
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Steareth-20
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Hydrogenated Apricot Kernel Oil
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Sodium Hyaluronate
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Disodium EDTA
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Tocopheryl Acetate
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Citric Acid
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Tropolone
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Tocopherol
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Sodium Benzoate
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Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract
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Potassium Sorbate
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Ratings

All humectants
6.9
6
0.3
0.3
0.3
Benchmark
10
All occlusives
3.3
1.5
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
Benchmark
20
Moisturizing rating
4.2
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark Raiting
Humectancy All humectants 6.9 10
6.9
6
0.3
0.3
0.3
Occlusivity All occlusives 3.3 20
1.6
1.5
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
Moisturizing rating
4.2
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark Humectancy
6
0.3
0.3
0.3
All humectants 6.9 10
6.9
All humectants
6.9
6
0.3
0.3
0.3
Benchmark
10
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark Occlusivity
1.5
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
All occlusives 3.3 20
1.6
All occlusives
3.3
1.5
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
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
4
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
All antioxidants 5.5 3 Rich in antioxidants
All antioxidants
5.5
Acetamidocaproic Acid
4
Sodium Hyaluronate
0.3
Tocopheryl Acetate
0.3
Tropolone
0.3
Tocopherol
0.3
Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract
0.3
Benchmark
3
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark
Rich in Soothing
0.3
All soothing 0.3 5 No
All soothing
0.3
0.3
Benchmark
5

Ingredients explained

Water
Est. %65
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.
Caprylic Acid
Est. %9
Function
Origin
Caprylic Acid
Glycerin
Est. %6
Function
Origin
Glycerin

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

Acetamidocaproic Acid
Est. %4
Function
Origin
Acetamidocaproic Acid
Cetyl Alcohol
Est. %3
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.
Glyceryl Stearate
Est. %2.5
Function
Origin
Glyceryl StearateAn emollient and emulsifier typically derived from vegetable sources through a chemical reaction with glycerin. It provides stability, texture, and consistency to formulations. Its main function is to allow oil and water to mix.
Aluminum Starch Octenylsuccinate
Est. %2
Function
Origin
Aluminum Starch OctenylsuccinateAn absorbent that takes in oils from the skin to reduce the oily sheen. It can also absorb oils from the skincare product itself, resulting in a softer, less greasy product, normally with better spreadability and less tack.
Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis (Sweet Almond) Oil
Est. %1.5
Function
Origin
Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis (Sweet Almond) OilAn emollient and occlusive oil derived from sweet almonds. It has a favorable fatty acid composition (mainly oleic and linoleic acids), and a high content of vitamin E. Almond oil is listed as a common comedogenic ingredient by acne.org.
Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/VP Copolymer
Est. %1.3
Function
Origin
Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/VP CopolymerA polymeric ingredient that creates lightweight and refreshing gel textures. It also works as a viscosity controlling agent.
Alpha-Glucan Oligosaccharide
Est. %1
Function
Origin
Alpha-Glucan OligosaccharideA sugar-derived ingredient thought to provide protective benefits to the skin's microbiome which keeps skin feeling and looking healthy.
Gossypium Herbaceum (Cotton) Seed Oil
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Gossypium Herbaceum (Cotton) Seed OilDerived from the seeds of the cotton plant, this emollient and occlusive fatty oil is mainly comprised of linoleic and palmitic acids. It also contains large amounts of phospholipids - key components of all cell membranes.
PEG-75 Stearate
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
PEG-75 Stearate
Hydrogenated Sweet Almond Oil
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Hydrogenated Sweet Almond Oil
Prunus Armeniaca (Apricot) Kernel Oil
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Prunus Armeniaca (Apricot) Kernel OilA fatty oil expressed from the seed kernels of apricot fruits. This oil is an emollient and occlusive moisturizer comprised of around 60% oleic acid, followed by linoleic and palmitic acid, carotenoids, vitamin E, and other antioxidant compounds.
Sodium Hydroxide
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Sodium Hydroxide

An ingredient that is able to bring the pH of a product up, thereby making it less harsh on the skin.

Caprylyl Glycol
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Caprylyl GlycolAn emollient that improves product spreadability and offers a silky feel on the skin. It also acts as a preservative booster that improves the efficacy of other preservatives. According to the manufacturer, it is also a humectant moisturizer.
Hydrogenated Cottonseed Oil
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Hydrogenated Cottonseed Oil
Ceteth-20
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Ceteth-20A very mild but effective polyethylene-based cleanser and emulsifier.
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.
Hydrogenated Apricot Kernel Oil
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Hydrogenated Apricot Kernel Oil
Sodium Hyaluronate
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Sodium Hyaluronate

A sodium salt of famous hyaluronic acid. A potent humectant that hydrates the skin, supports collagen function, and fills out small wrinkles. Sodium hyaluronate also offers soothing and antioxidant properties.

Disodium EDTA
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Disodium EDTAA synthetic chelator that helps to maintain the look and smell of a product by 'locking up' troublesome metal ions.
Tocopheryl Acetate
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Tocopheryl Acetate

An antioxidant derivative of tocopherol (vitamin E). It helps to protect cells from free radicals and UV damage through the conversion to active vitamin E in the skin. It is more stable than tocopherol.

Citric Acid
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Citric AcidA gently exfoliating AHA that helps to remove the top layer of dead skin cells. In comparison to other AHAs, citric acid has been shown to be one of the least effective. It is also very commonly used as a stabilizing and pH-controlling agent.
Tropolone
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
TropoloneA naturally occurring ingredient with unusual molecular structure that fights free radicals.
Tocopherol
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Tocopherol

Simply another name for vitamin E. Tocopherol is a fantastic ingredient and especially beneficial for dry and inflamed skin. It has occlusive moisturizing, emollient, antioxidant, and photoprotective properties.

Sodium Benzoate
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Sodium BenzoateA preservative that usually works in combination with other preservatives. It has to be at low pH (<5.5) to be effective.
Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Aloe Barbadensis Leaf ExtractDerived from Aloe vera leaves, this moisturizing humectant, soothing, and antioxidant extract is commonly used in products targeting eczema, sunburn, or dermatitis. It soothes the skin and reduces the signs of inflammation and sensitivity.
Potassium Sorbate
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Potassium SorbateA preservative widely used in food and personal care products, available from natural sources or synthetically produced. Potassium sorbate works by inhibiting the growth of yeasts, molds, and some bacteria.