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Nykaa Naturals Barrier Repair Cica Ceramides Serum Jelly with Vitamin C, Non-sticky
Nykaa Naturals Barrier Repair Cica Ceramides Serum Jelly with Vitamin C, Non-sticky
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WHAT IS IT?
Serum Jelly with Cica, Ceramides, Vitamin C, multiple natural ingredients
FEATURES
Repairs damaged skin barrier, soothes sensitive skin, retains moisture, lightweight, flash absorbing texture, non-sticky
BEST FOR
sensitive
CHECKS
No parabens explicitly stated, no alcohol explicitly stated, no sulfates explicitly stated
Who Is It For?
All Genders No Specific Age Range GivenWhat Does It Help With?
Damaged Skin Barrier Repair Hydration Soothing Sensitive SkinBudget
Mid-range ($30-$75)How To Use
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What Nykaa Skin Says
Product Description:
Nykaa Naturals Barrier Repair Serum Jelly is a high-performing jelly formula made with potent natural ingredients. Made with Cica (Gotu Kola), nature-derived Ceramides and Vitamin C, it repairs the damaged skin barrier, soothes sensitive skin and retains moisture with its lightweight, flash absorbing texture.
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Ingredients List
aqua,glycereth-26,biosaccharide-gum-1,saccharide-isomerate,(and)-aqua-(and)-citric-acid-(and)-sodium-citrate,water-(and)-glycerin-(and)-glyceryl-polyacrylate-(and)-trehalose-(and)-urea-(and)-serine-(and)-pentylene-glycol-(and)-algin-(and)-caprylyl-glycol-(and)-sodium-hyaluronate-(and)-pullulan-(and)-disodium-phosphate-(and)-potassium-phosphate,phenoxyethanol-(and)-ethylhexylglycerin,acrylates/c10-30-alkyl-acrylate-crosspolymer,centella-asiatica-extract,3-o-ethyl-ascorbic-acid,sodium-hydroxide,fragrance,disodium-edta,ceramide-np-(and)-ceramide-ap-(and)-ceramide-eop,phytosphingosine,carbomer,phenoxyethanol-(and)-ethylhexylglycerin,ci-no-19140,ci-no-42090
Key Ingredients
Cica (Gotu Kola), Ceramides (Ceramide NP, Ceramide AP, Ceramide EOP), Vitamin C (3-O-Ethyl Ascorbic Acid)
Ingredients Details
Carbomer
Common Name(s): Carbopol,polyacrylic acid,carboxyvinyl polymer
DESCRIPTION
What It Does: Provides transparent gel textures and thickening at very low concentrations via ph-responsive swelling.
Why It's Used: The most widely used gel thickener โ provides crystal-clear, stable gels at concentrations as low as 0.1-0.5% with ph-controlled viscosity.
How It Works: Highly crosslinked polyacrylic acid remains tightly coiled at acidic ph. neutralization with naoh or triethanolamine ionizes carboxylic groups causing electrostatic repulsion that unfolds and swells the polymer coils, dramatically increasing viscosity. concentration-dependent thickening.
Typically Found In: Gels,serums,emulsions,sunscreens
TECHNICAL DETAILS
Primary Category: Functional ingredient โ polyacrylic acid thickener
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%โ2%
SOURCING & ETHICS
Vegan Status: Yes โ synthetic
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
Carbomer's ph-responsive swelling mechanism provides an elegant formulation control tool: a neutralized gel can be liquefied by ph reduction (adding acid) and re-thickened by reneutralization. this reversible rheology control allows two-phase products that mix on application without the need for mechanical emulsification.
Last Verified: Cosing database,cir safety assessment
Primary Sources: 2026-03-12
Fragrance
Common Name(s): Fragrance ingredient,eu allergen or aromatic component,olfactory/flavour
CAS Number: N/a
DESCRIPTION
What It Does: Provides the complete fragrance profile contributing to product sensory experience and consumer appeal.
Why It's Used: Fragrance is a major consumer purchase driver โ up to 70% of consumers make purchasing decisions partially based on product scent.
How It Works: Fragrance blends interact with olfactory receptors providing the sensory profile โ complex mixtures activate multiple receptor types for rich, multidimensional scent experiences.
Typically Found In: All fragrance products
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: Standard use levels
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
Ifra guidelines set usage limits for fragrance ingredients based on skin sensitisation and phototoxicity assessment for each application category.
Last Verified: Eu regulation 1223/2009 annex iii,ifra standards,fragrance allergen declaration requirements
Primary Sources: 2026-03-12
Glycereth-26
Common Name(s): Glycereth-26,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
Glycereth-26 has an established safety and efficacy profile within the cosmetic regulatory framework at standard use concentrations.
Last Verified: Cosing database,glycereth-26 technical literature
Primary Sources: 2026-03-12
Phytosphingosine
Common Name(s): 4-hydroxysphinganine,tetrahydroxysphinganine
CAS Number: 554-62-1
DESCRIPTION
What It Does: Provides antimicrobial activity against p. acnes and s. aureus while supporting ceramide synthesis and reducing inflammation.
Why It's Used: Used in acne and sensitive skin formulations for combined antimicrobial, anti-inflammatory, and barrier repair activity from a single plant-derived sphingoid base.
How It Works: Trihydroxy structure provides stronger antimicrobial activity vs sphingosine. substrate for ceramide synthase to form phytoceramides. reduces pro-inflammatory cytokine production in keratinocytes.
Typically Found In: Anti-acne products,sensitive skin treatments,barrier repair formulations
TECHNICAL DETAILS
Primary Category: Active ingredient โ plant sphingoid base
Secondary Functions: Anti-acne,ceramide synthesis,anti-inflammatory
Application Areas:
Facial Skincare
Body Care
Hair Care
Beard Care
Color Cosmetics (Makeup)
Dietary/Oral Supplements
Typical Concentration Range: 0.01%โ0.5%
SOURCING & ETHICS
Vegan Status: Yes โ plant/yeast-derived
Halal Status: Yes
Source Notes: Derived from yeast (pichia) fermentation or plant sphingolipid hydrolysis. fully plant-derived.
SKIN COMPATIBILITY
Irritancy Rating: 1/5 โ very low
Comedogenicity Rating: 0/5 โ non-comedogenic
Sensitivity Concerns: Endogenous molecule; excellent tolerability.
Safe for Sensitive Skin: Yes
SAFETY & COMPATIBILITY
Safety Profile: Exceptional safety profile. natural skin component. ewg score: 1.
Works Well With: Other ceramides,cholesterol,free fatty acids,hyaluronic acid,niacinamide
Avoid Combining With: No significant incompatibilities
SCIENTIFIC NOTE
Phytosphingosine's additional 4-hydroxy group (vs sphingosine) significantly enhances antimicrobial activity while maintaining ceramide precursor function. clinically demonstrated to reduce p. acnes counts and inflammatory lesions in acne studies.
Last Verified: Cosing database,lintner phytosphingosine review,kawano et al. ceramide precursor study
Primary Sources: 2026-03-12