Compare Products: 345 Relief Cream vs Cicaplast Baume B5+
Who It's Designed For
- Those with compromised or sensitized skin barriers
- Users recovering from skin procedures or environmental damage
- Sensitive skin types seeking a fragrance-free calming cream
- People who want centella benefits with added antioxidant support
- Those looking for a non-greasy barrier repair cream
- Those recovering from skin procedures, sunburn, or irritation
- Users with eczema or dermatitis seeking a soothing balm
- People using tretinoin or strong actives who need a repair product
- Those seeking a multi-purpose balm for face, body, and lips
- Users who want a thick occlusive layer for overnight repair
Key Ingredients
Centella Asiatica Extract, Resveratrol, Ceramide NP, Panthenol, Madecassoside
5% Panthenol (Vitamin B5), Madecassoside (Centella Asiatica), Shea Butter, Tribioma Prebiotic Complex
Product Composition
36% similarity (16 ingredients in common)
Only in Dr. Althea (21)▾
Only in La Roche-Posay (8)▾
User Feedback Patterns
Users frequently report reduced redness and calmer skin within days of use. Popular among those with rosacea-prone or post-procedure skin.
Multiple reviewers note the texture is lighter than expected for a repair cream. Absorbs well and works under makeup.
Many users report using this as their primary moisturizer long-term, not just for recovery periods. Consistent performance across seasons.
Some users with significantly compromised barriers note the cream helped but was not sufficient on its own. Needed pairing with other barrier products.
Widely used after laser treatments, chemical peels, and microneedling. Users report faster healing and less redness when applied immediately after procedures.
Extremely popular in the r/tretinoin community as a final step to soothe retinoid irritation. Users apply it as a thick layer over tretinoin at night.
The white cast on application is the most common complaint. It fades after absorption but can look noticeable on darker skin tones immediately after application.
Users apply it to lips, cuticles, dry patches, tattoos, minor burns, and diaper rash in addition to facial use. The versatility is frequently praised.