
Highlights
WHAT IS IT?
Face moisturizer with Cica Complex and peptides, contains 39 ingredients
FEATURES
Reduces visible redness by 22%, repairs skin barrier by 36% in one hour, suitable after laser and cosmetic procedures, dermatologist tested, clinically tested on Asian females aged 31-60
BEST FOR
sensitive
CHECKS
No parabens, no sulfates, no silicones mentioned explicitly
Who Is It For?
Adults Aged 31-60 Years Suitable For Sensitive SkinWhat Does It Help With?
Redness Reduction Skin Barrier Repair Moisture Improvement Soothing Skin After Cosmetic ProceduresBudget
Premium ($76-$150)How To Use
Which routine should it be used in?
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Key Information
What Nykaa E retail limited Says
Product Description:
A silky, moisture cream with an advanced Cica Complex (centella asiatica extracts) and allantoin that instantly soothes redness and rapidly repairs the barrier for more resilient skin formulated for sensitive skin. Suitable to use after laser treatments. Dermatologist tested. Shown to be safe for use following Intense Pulsed Light (IPL) treatment in 1-week clinical usage test. Clinical results: Instantly reduce visible redness by 22%, Repair skinโs barrier by 36% in one hour. After two weeks, skin showed a clinical improvement in visible redness, skin barrier repair, moisture levels. Suitable for use on post-cosmetic procedure skin, after lasers, and post-cosmetic procedures.
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Ingredients Overview
Ingredients List
Water\\Aqua\\Eau,Dipropylene-Glycol,Cetearyl-Alcohol,Propanediol,Polyglyceryl-3-Methylglucose-Distearate,Phytosteryl-Isostearyl-Dimer-Dilinoleate,Butylene-Glycol,Caprylic/Capric-Triglyceride,Butyrospermum-Parkii-(Shea)-Butter,Dicaprylyl-Ether,Niacinamide,Glyceryl-Stearate-Se,Pentylene-Glycol,Synthetic-Beeswax,Diglycerin,Cetyl-Ethylhexanoate,Vinyl-Dimethicone,1-2-Hexanediol,Macadamia-Integrifolia-Seed-Oil,Theobroma-Cacao-(Cocoa)-Extract,Centella-Asiatica-Leaf-Extract,Cetearyl-Olivate,Glycerin,Allantoin,Asiaticoside,Madecassic-Acid,Asiatic-Acid,Adenosine,Polyglyceryl-4-Oleate,Sodium-Stearoyl-Glutamate,Palmitoyl-Tripeptide-8,Sorbitan-Olivate,Hydroxyethyl-Acrylate/Sodium-Acryloyldimethyl-Taurate-Copolymer,Xanthan-Gum,Sodium-Surfactin,Carbomer,Tromethamine,Isopentyldiol,Dextrin,Dextran,Sorbitan-Isostearate,Trisodium-Ethylenediamine-Disuccinate,Tocopherol,Phenoxyethanol,Yellow-5-(CI-19140),Blue-1-(CI-42090)
Key Ingredients
Cica Complex (Centella Asiatica extracts), Allantoin, R-Protector, Niacinamide, Palmitoyl Tripeptide-8
Ingredients Details
1-2-hexanediol
Common Name(s): 1-2-hexanediol,cosmetic active,functional ingredient
CAS Number: N/a
DESCRIPTION
What It Does: Delivers characteristic cosmetic function at recommended use concentration.
Why It's Used: Selected for functional contribution and formulation compatibility supported by cosmetic science and regulatory safety data.
How It Works: Works through the mechanism of its molecular class โ physicochemical or biological interaction with skin proteins, lipids, or receptors as documented in peer-reviewed cosmetic literature.
Typically Found In: Skin care formulations
TECHNICAL DETAILS
Primary Category: Active ingredient โ cosmetic active
Secondary Functions: Skin conditioning
Application Areas:
Facial Skincare
Body Care
Hair Care
Beard Care
Color Cosmetics (Makeup)
Dietary/Oral Supplements
Typical Concentration Range: 0.1%โ10%
SOURCING & ETHICS
Vegan Status: Conditional
Halal Status: Yes
Source Notes: Commercially produced for cosmetic use. verify vegan/halal status with supplier.
SKIN COMPATIBILITY
Irritancy Rating: 1/5 โ very low
Comedogenicity Rating: 0/5 โ non-comedogenic
Sensitivity Concerns: Well-tolerated by most skin types.
Safe for Sensitive Skin: Yes
SAFETY & COMPATIBILITY
Safety Profile: Good safety profile at recommended concentrations. ewg score: 1โ2.
Works Well With: Standard skincare actives
Avoid Combining With: No known significant incompatibilities
SCIENTIFIC NOTE
1-2-hexanediol has an established safety and efficacy profile within the cosmetic regulatory framework at standard use concentrations.
Last Verified: Cosing database,1-2-hexanediol technical literature
Primary Sources: 2026-03-12
Adenosine
Common Name(s): Adenine riboside,9-beta-d-ribofuranosyladenine
CAS Number: 58-61-7
DESCRIPTION
What It Does: Reduces fine lines, stimulates collagen, firms skin, and reduces inflammation.
Why It's Used: Fda-recognized anti-wrinkle active with multi-action collagen stimulation + wrinkle reduction + anti-inflammatory efficacy.
How It Works: Activates adenosine a2a receptors on fibroblasts stimulating collagen type i. also activates pka pathway promoting atp production and reducing inflammatory cytokines.
Typically Found In: Anti-aging serums,wrinkle treatments,korean skincare
TECHNICAL DETAILS
Primary Category: Active ingredient โ purine nucleoside / anti-aging
Secondary Functions: Collagen stimulation,anti-inflammatory,cell energy
Application Areas:
Facial Skincare
Body Care
Hair Care
Beard Care
Color Cosmetics (Makeup)
Dietary/Oral Supplements
Typical Concentration Range: 0.04%โ0.1%
SOURCING & ETHICS
Vegan Status: Yes โ synthetically produced
Halal Status: Yes
Source Notes: Synthetically produced for cosmetic use.
SKIN COMPATIBILITY
Irritancy Rating: 1/5 โ very low
Comedogenicity Rating: 0/5 โ non-comedogenic
Sensitivity Concerns: Non-irritating; excellent tolerability.
Safe for Sensitive Skin: Yes
SAFETY & COMPATIBILITY
Safety Profile: Excellent safety profile. fda-recognized as safe and effective anti-wrinkle ingredient. ewg score: 1.
Works Well With: Other b vitamins,niacinamide,antioxidant complexes
Avoid Combining With: No significant incompatibilities
SCIENTIFIC NOTE
A 2002 clinical study demonstrated 0.04% adenosine cream significantly reduced wrinkle depth and increased skin elasticity after 4 weeks. fda recognition requires controlled clinical trial evidence.
Last Verified: Cosing database,adenosine anti-aging clinical data,fda otc anti-wrinkle monograph
Primary Sources: 2026-03-12
Allantoin
Common Name(s): 5-ureidohydantoin,glyoxyldiureide,aluminum dihydroxy allantoinate
CAS Number: 97-59-6
DESCRIPTION
What It Does: Soothes irritation, accelerates wound healing, promotes skin cell renewal, and provides mild keratolytic exfoliation.
Why It's Used: Gold standard multi-function soothing active โ one of the most widely used cosmetic ingredients across all product types for its exceptional tolerability and clinically proven multi-action skin conditioning.
How It Works: Promotes keratinocyte proliferation and fibroblast migration for wound healing. mild keratolytic activity by disrupting corneocyte binding. anti-irritant via direct protein binding and anti-inflammatory cytokine reduction. humectant activity via hydroxyl groups.
Typically Found In: Post-procedure products,sensitive skin formulas,wound care,anti-acne treatments,baby products
TECHNICAL DETAILS
Primary Category: Active ingredient โ soothing / anti-inflammatory
Secondary Functions: Wound healing,keratolytic,anti-irritant
Application Areas:
Facial Skincare
Body Care
Hair Care
Beard Care
Color Cosmetics (Makeup)
Dietary/Oral Supplements
Typical Concentration Range: 0.1%โ2%
SOURCING & ETHICS
Vegan Status: Yes โ synthetic or comfrey-derived
Halal Status: Yes
Source Notes: Plant-derived extract or synthetic.
SKIN COMPATIBILITY
Irritancy Rating: 1/5 โ very low
Comedogenicity Rating: 0/5 โ non-comedogenic
Sensitivity Concerns: Exceptionally well-tolerated; suitable for all skin types including baby and compromised skin.
Safe for Sensitive Skin: Yes โ particularly recommended for sensitive skin
SAFETY & COMPATIBILITY
Safety Profile: Excellent safety profile. ewg score: 1.
Works Well With: Ceramides,panthenol,allantoin,hyaluronic acid,centella asiatica
Avoid Combining With: No significant incompatibilities
SCIENTIFIC NOTE
Allantoin's keratinocyte proliferation stimulation occurs via receptor-mediated signaling (possibly machr activation) rather than non-specific irritation-driven proliferation, making it a true wound-healing stimulant rather than a pro-inflammatory proliferative signal.
Last Verified: Cosing database,cir safety assessment,araรบjo et al. allantoin review
Primary Sources: 2026-03-12
Asiaticoside
Common Name(s): Centella asiatica glycoside,asiaticoside b
CAS Number: 16830-15-2
DESCRIPTION
What It Does: Accelerates wound healing and reduces scar formation through fibroblast activation and collagen synthesis stimulation.
Why It's Used: Clinically proven scar reduction and wound healing active โ the compound behind centella's legendary wound healing reputation.
How It Works: Promotes fibroblast proliferation and collagen synthesis via tgf-ฮฒ independent mechanism (distinct from madecassoside). also inhibits hyaluronidase protecting extracellular matrix. antimicrobial activity supports wound healing environment.
Typically Found In: Post-surgical products,scar treatments,wound healing formulations
TECHNICAL DETAILS
Primary Category: Active ingredient โ soothing / anti-inflammatory
Secondary Functions: Scar reduction,wound healing,collagen stimulation
Application Areas:
Facial Skincare
Body Care
Hair Care
Beard Care
Color Cosmetics (Makeup)
Dietary/Oral Supplements
Typical Concentration Range: 0.01%โ2%
SOURCING & ETHICS
Vegan Status: Yes โ centella asiatica derived
Halal Status: Yes
Source Notes: Extracted from centella asiatica aerial parts alongside madecassoside, asiatic acid, and madecassic acid.
SKIN COMPATIBILITY
Irritancy Rating: 1/5 โ very low
Comedogenicity Rating: 0/5 โ non-comedogenic
Sensitivity Concerns: Non-irritating; ideal for reactive and sensitive skin.
Safe for Sensitive Skin: Yes โ particularly recommended for sensitive skin
SAFETY & COMPATIBILITY
Safety Profile: Excellent safety profile. ewg score: 1.
Works Well With: Ceramides,panthenol,allantoin,hyaluronic acid,centella asiatica
Avoid Combining With: No significant incompatibilities
SCIENTIFIC NOTE
Asiaticoside's mechanism of wound healing involves release of aglycone asiatic acid after hydrolysis by skin beta-glucosidases. the glycoside form provides better stratum corneum penetration than the hydrophobic aglycone, acting as a prodrug for the active asiatic acid at the wound healing site.
Last Verified: Cosing database,bylka et al. centella asiatica review
Primary Sources: 2026-03-12