Compare Products: 10% Pure Vitamin C Anti-Aging Face Serum vs Cicaplast Baume B5+
Who It's Designed For
- Those who trust dermatologist-recommended brands
- Users with oily or combination skin who benefit from salicylic acid
- People seeking a moderate vitamin C concentration (10% vs. 15-20%)
- Those who want hyaluronic acid hydration alongside vitamin C
- Users looking for a multi-active anti-aging serum
- 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
10% Ascorbic Acid (L-Ascorbic Acid), Sodium Hyaluronate, Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid, Salicylic Acid, Neurosensine (Diacetyl Dipeptide-1 Cetyl Esters)
5% Panthenol (Vitamin B5), Madecassoside (Centella Asiatica), Shea Butter, Tribioma Prebiotic Complex
Product Composition
25% similarity (10 ingredients in common)
Only in La Roche-Posay (18)▾
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User Feedback Patterns
Users praise the lightweight, quick-absorbing texture. The silicone base and alcohol give it a matte, non-sticky finish that layers well under makeup.
Users with dry or sensitive skin report dryness and irritation, likely from the denatured alcohol. This is the most common negative feedback.
Users who tolerate the formula report visible brightening and improved skin tone within 3-4 weeks. The 10% concentration works well for most.
Like all L-ascorbic acid serums, users report color change within weeks. Some note it darkens faster than competitors.
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.