La Roche-Posay Cicaplast Gel B5

La Roche-Posay Cicaplast Gel B5
6.8
/ 10
Moisturizing
10.0 Humectancy icon Humectancy
3.6 Occlusivity icon Occlusivity

Review

Results you may expect from using La Roche-Posay Cicaplast Gel B5:

Based on the ingredient analysis by CreamScan, these are the key benefits you can expect from using La Roche-Posay Cicaplast Gel B5:

  • Significant moisturizing. It has a moisturizing rating of 6.8 out of 10.

How moisturizing is it?

Highly moisturizing: La Roche-Posay Cicaplast Gel B5 has a moisturizing rating of 6.8 out of 10.

Is it more humectant or occlusive? Significantly more humectant. It has a maximum humectancy of 10 out of 10, primarily due to the substantial concentration of Glycerin (est. ≈7.5%) and Panthenol (est. ≈3.0%), and a moderate occlusivity of 3.6 out of 10, mainly due to the high content of Dimethicone (est. ≈5.0%) and C30-45 Alkyl Dimethicone (est. ≈2.0%).

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

Anti-wrinkle efficacy

According to CreamScan analysis, La Roche-Posay Cicaplast Gel B5 has a zero anti-wrinkle rating.

It contains Copper Gluconate, an ingredient marketed as effective in reducing wrinkles. However, the studies supporting the anti-wrinkle claims of Copper Gluconate provide insufficient evidence of its efficacy according to CreamScan Research Evaluation Standards. Therefore, this ingredient does not generate the anti-wrinkle rating.

Moisturizers, when used regularly, are proven to prevent wrinkle formation and even reduce existing wrinkles. Therefore, this product, like any other moisturizer, could deliver some anti-wrinkle effects through its moisturizing action.

Please refer to the Ratings section below for details of the anti-wrinkle rating calculation.

Ingredients

Est. % Ingredient Origin Functions
75
Water
7.5
Glycerin
5
Dimethicone
3
Panthenol
2.5
Pentylene Glycol
2
C30-45 Alkyl Dimethicone
1.5
Polybutene
1.3
Sodium Citrate
1
PEG/PPG-18/18 Dimethicone
0.3
Zinc Gluconate
0.3
Madecassoside
0.3
Dimethiconol
0.3
Manganese Gluconate
0.3
Sodium Hyaluronate
0.3
Copper Gluconate
0.3
Caprylyl Glycol
0.3
Citric Acid
0.3
Polysorbate 20
0.3
Tocopherol
Est. %
Water
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Glycerin
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Dimethicone
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Panthenol
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Polybutene
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Sodium Citrate
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PEG/PPG-18/18 Dimethicone
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Zinc Gluconate
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Madecassoside
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Dimethiconol
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Manganese Gluconate
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Sodium Hyaluronate
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Citric Acid
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Tocopherol
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Ratings

All humectants
13.6
7.5
3
2.5
0.3
0.3
Benchmark
10
All occlusives
7.3
5.0
2.0
0.3
Benchmark
20
Moisturizing rating
6.8
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark Raiting
Humectancy All humectants 13.6 10
10.0
7.5
3
2.5
0.3
0.3
Occlusivity All occlusives 7.3 20
3.6
5.0
2.0
0.3
Moisturizing rating
6.8
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark Humectancy
7.5
3
2.5
0.3
0.3
All humectants 13.6 10
10
All humectants
13.6
7.5
3
2.5
0.3
0.3
Benchmark
10
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark Occlusivity
5
2
0.3
All occlusives 7.3 20
3.6
All occlusives
7.3
5.0
2.0
0.3
Benchmark
20
Ingredient
Ingredient anti-wrinkle power
when present at, %
in this formula est. %
Rating
n/a
- 0.3 -
Total
0
Copper Gluconate
-
Ingredient anti-wrinkle power
n/a
when present at, %
-
in this formula, est. %
0.3
Anti-wrinkle rating
0
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark
Rich in Antioxidants
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
All antioxidants 1.2 3 No
All antioxidants
1.2
Madecassoside
0.3
Manganese Gluconate
0.3
Sodium Hyaluronate
0.3
Tocopherol
0.3
Benchmark
3
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark
Rich in Soothing
3
0.3
0.3
0.3
All soothing 3.9 5 No
All soothing
3.9
3
0.3
0.3
0.3
Benchmark
5

Ingredients explained

Water
Est. %75
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. %7.5
Function
Origin
Glycerin

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

Dimethicone
Est. %5
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.
Panthenol
Est. %3
Function
Origin
PanthenolA popular soothing and moisturizing derivative of vitamin B5. Panthenol is particularly beneficial for dry, flaking, burned, or damaged skin. It is used to alleviate the symptoms of a rash, dermatitis, eczema, chapped lips, and sunburn.
Pentylene Glycol
Est. %2.5
Function
Origin
Pentylene Glycol

A naturally or synthetically derived preservative that exhibits effective antifungal and antibacterial traits. It also acts as a booster for more traditional preservatives. Pentylene glycol can also serve as a moisturizing humectant and solvent.

C30-45 Alkyl Dimethicone
Est. %2
Function
Origin
C30-45 Alkyl DimethiconeDescription is coming soon
Polybutene
Est. %1.5
Function
Origin
PolybuteneA petro-based ingredient that thickens and hold products together.
Sodium Citrate
Est. %1.3
Function
Origin
Sodium CitrateA salt of citric acid that has a salty and tart flavor and is used as a fragrance. It is mildly basic, meaning that its addition to a skincare product can adjust the pH upward.
PEG/PPG-18/18 Dimethicone
Est. %1
Function
Origin
PEG/PPG-18/18 DimethiconeA silicone-based emulsifier that has the ability to create non-sticky and non-greasy formulas.
Zinc Gluconate
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Zinc GluconateOne of the most commonly used ingredients in anti-acne products. It is an organic salt of zinc that helps to combat microbial infections, soothes and heals inflamed pimples, and regulates hormones in the skin.
Madecassoside
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
MadecassosideAn isolated Gotu Kola compound. It helps to increase collagen and hyaluronic acid production in the skin and assists in wound healing.
Dimethiconol
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
DimethiconolA synthetic dimethicone with rich, non-tacky emolliency. It features the typical sensorial profile of silicones, with high spreadability and a luxurious, oil-free after-feel. Dimethiconol can also serve as an antifoaming agent.
Manganese Gluconate
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Manganese GluconateDescription is coming soon
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.

Copper Gluconate
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Copper GluconateAn organic salt of copper that can aid in the wound healing process. The manufacturer claims it also has soothing and anti-inflammatory properties, although this has yet to be confirmed. Copper gluconate is also a perspective anti-wrinkle ingredient.
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.
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.
Polysorbate 20
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Polysorbate 20A viscous, amber-colored liquid that functions as a solubilizer to disperse small amounts of oil into a large water phase. Polysorbate 20 is frequently used to solubilize fragrance oils into water-based emulsions.
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.