Compare Products: Cicaplast Baume B5+ vs The Glow Maker

La Roche-Posay

Cicaplast Baume B5+

Mid-range
$16.99 / 40ml — $0.42/ml
Maelove

The Glow Maker

Mid-range
$32.95 / 30ml — $1.10/ml

Who It's Designed For

La Roche-Posay
  • 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
Maelove
  • Those seeking potent antioxidant protection at an accessible price
  • Users looking for a SkinCeuticals CE Ferulic alternative
  • People targeting photodamage, dark spots, and uneven skin tone
  • Those who want the proven L-ascorbic acid + E + ferulic acid combination
  • Users comfortable with active L-ascorbic acid formulas

Key Ingredients

La Roche-Posay

5% Panthenol (Vitamin B5), Madecassoside (Centella Asiatica), Shea Butter, Tribioma Prebiotic Complex

Maelove

15% L-Ascorbic Acid, Vitamin E (Tocopherol), Ferulic Acid, Hyaluronic Acid

Product Composition

20% similarity (6 ingredients in common)

Shared Ingredients
aqua/water/eauglycerinpanthenolci 77891/titanium dioxidedisodium edtasodium benzoate
Only in La Roche-Posay (13)
hydrogenated polyisobutenedimethiconebutyrospermum parkii butter/shea butterzea mays starch/corn starchpropanediolbutylene glycolcetyl peg/ppg-10/1 dimethiconetrihydroxystearinaluminum starch octenylsuccinatemadecassosidezincmanganesecopper
Only in Maelove (11)
ethoxydiglycolpropylene glycoltocopherolphenoxyethanoltriethanolaminehydroxypropyl cyclodextrincamellia sinensis leaf extractchamomilla recutita (matricaria) flower extractglycyrrhiza glabra (licorice) root extractvitis vinifera (grape) seed extractcarbomer

User Feedback Patterns

La Roche-Posay
Post-procedure essential

Widely used after laser treatments, chemical peels, and microneedling. Users report faster healing and less redness when applied immediately after procedures.

Tretinoin buffer and recovery

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.

White cast concern

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.

Multi-purpose hero

Users apply it to lips, cuticles, dry patches, tattoos, minor burns, and diaper rash in addition to facial use. The versatility is frequently praised.

Maelove
Effective SkinCeuticals alternative

The most common theme in reviews is the comparison to SkinCeuticals CE Ferulic. Users report similar brightening and glow results at roughly one-sixth the price.

Visible brightening within weeks

Many users report noticeable improvement in skin brightness, dark spots, and overall glow within 2-4 weeks of daily morning use.

Slight tackiness on application

Some users note a slightly tacky feel as the serum dries. This resolves once subsequent products (moisturizer, sunscreen) are applied.

Oxidation over time

Users report the serum darkens over time, especially in warmer climates or if not stored properly. The 30ml size helps ensure the bottle is used before significant oxidation occurs.

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