la roche posay cica

The cica gel highlights glycerin (a humectant that draws and retains moisture), madecassoside (a centella-derived ingredient associated with wound‑healing/nourishing effects), and shea butter (a soothing, skin‑restoring emollient).

The cica product is a protective gel with a higher glycerin content designed to hydrate and soothe (gel texture). The vitamin C product is a liquid/serum formulation that delivers vitamin C plus exfoliating and soothing actives for brightening and texture refinement.

The cica gel is explicitly suitable for sensitive skin and is noted as safe for children aged 3 and older. The vitamin C serum is listed for a broad range of skin types, including normal, combination, extra sensitive, oily, sensitive, acne‑prone, mature, dry, and very dry skin.

Key actives listed include 12% pure vitamin C, salicylic acid, and neurosensine. The product also highlights La Roche‑Posay thermal spring water among its ingredient features.

Reviewers commonly report improvements in brightness, hydration, softness, and reduced dark/post‑acne spots. Many describe the serum as having a mild or pleasant scent, a smooth non‑greasy feel, and easy absorption.

Reviewers highlight strong moisturizing, healing, and redness‑calming effects. They describe the gel as thin and fast‑absorbing (it soaks in), sometimes leaving a sheen from glycerin, and commonly suitable for sensitive and acne‑prone skin.