scinic Cicanoid Cream

Ingredients overview

Label order. Colour is our internal rating: green routine, yellow restricted or worth a look, red prohibited or high-risk, grey not yet decoded.

Ingredients are listed in label order; the order reflects the label only, not exact concentrations.

1. Water
2. Glycerin
3. Cyclohexasiloxane
4. Dicaprylyl Carbonate
5. Hydrogenated Poly
6. Propanediol
7. Centella Asiatica Extract
8. 1,2-Hexanediol
9. Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
10. Cetyl Alcohol
11. Niacinamide
12. Polyquaternium-51
13. Phytosteryl/Behenyl/Octyldodecyl Lauroyl Glutamate
14. Algae Extract
15. Eclipta Prostrata Leaf Extract
16. Xanthan Gum
17. Polyglyceryl-2 Stearate
18. Cetearyl Olivate
19. Sorbitan Olivate
20. Cetearyl Alcohol
21. Portulaca Oleracea Extract
22. Sodium Hyaluronate
23. Ficus Carica Fruit Extract
24. Hydrogenated Lecithin
25. Glyceryl Stearate
26. Stearyl Alcohol
27. Chamomilla Recutita Flower Extract
28. Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Extract
29. Glyceryl Stearate SE
30. Undaria Pinnatifida Extract
31. Pinus Pinaster Bark Extract
32. Panthenol
33. Cholesterol
34. Camellia Sinensis Leaf Water
35. Ethylhexylglycerin
36. Adenosine
37. Fructooligosaccharides
38. Citrus Aurantium Dulcis Oil
39. Ceramide NP
40. Beta-Glucan
41. Trisodium EDTA
42. Butylene Glycol
43. Behenyl Alcohol
44. Sodium Stearoyl Glutamate
45. Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer
46. Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/VP Copolymer
47. Citrus Nobilis Peel Oil
48. Madecassoside
49. Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid
50. Raffinose
51. Litsea Cubeba Fruit Oil
52. Folic Acid
53. Caprylyl Glycol
54. Sorbitan Laurate
55. Tromethamine
56. Fullerenes
57. Hydroxyethylcellulose
58. Olea Europaea Fruit Oil
59. Asiaticoside
60. Madecassic Acid
61. Asiatic Acid
62. Acetyl Dipeptide-1 Cetyl Ester
63. Acetyl Hexapeptide-8
64. Palmitoyl Pentapeptide-4
65. Astaxanthin

Highlights

Free of alcoholFree of parabensFree of sulfatesFree of mineral oilFree of formaldehyde releasersContains siliconesContains fragranceContains PEGContains animal-derivedContains essential oilsContains EU-26 allergens

Key ingredients

ANTIPLAQUE

Water

DENATURANT

Glycerin

SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT

CyclohexasiloxaneDicaprylyl Carbonate

油相溶剂，柔润剂

Hydrogenated Poly

SOLVENT

Propanediol

CLEANSING

Centella Asiatica Extract

SKIN CONDITIONING

1,2-Hexanediol

Other ingredients

Caprylic/Capric TriglycerideCetyl AlcoholNiacinamidePolyquaternium-51Phytosteryl/Behenyl/Octyldodecyl Lauroyl GlutamateAlgae ExtractEclipta Prostrata Leaf ExtractXanthan GumPolyglyceryl-2 StearateCetearyl OlivateSorbitan OlivateCetearyl AlcoholPortulaca Oleracea ExtractSodium HyaluronateFicus Carica Fruit ExtractHydrogenated LecithinGlyceryl StearateStearyl AlcoholChamomilla Recutita Flower ExtractRosmarinus Officinalis Leaf ExtractGlyceryl Stearate SEUndaria Pinnatifida ExtractPinus Pinaster Bark ExtractPanthenolCholesterolCamellia Sinensis Leaf WaterEthylhexylglycerinAdenosineFructooligosaccharidesCitrus Aurantium Dulcis OilCeramide NPBeta-GlucanTrisodium EDTAButylene GlycolBehenyl AlcoholSodium Stearoyl GlutamateAcrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate CrosspolymerAmmonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/VP CopolymerCitrus Nobilis Peel OilMadecassosideHydrolyzed Hyaluronic AcidRaffinoseLitsea Cubeba Fruit OilFolic AcidCaprylyl GlycolSorbitan LaurateTromethamineFullerenesHydroxyethylcelluloseOlea Europaea Fruit OilAsiaticosideMadecassic AcidAsiatic AcidAcetyl Dipeptide-1 Cetyl EsterAcetyl Hexapeptide-8Palmitoyl Pentapeptide-4Astaxanthin

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Ingredients explained

Water

Primary solvent and base; requires preservative system to prevent microbial growth

Glycerin

Workhorse humectant at 3–10%; tacky at high levels, pair with occlusives

Cyclohexasiloxane

Volatile cyclic silicone evaporating without residue; ensure compliance with EU limits on cyclic polydimethylsiloxanes, use octamer

Dicaprylyl Carbonate

Light emollient solvent at 5–15%; mineral oil-free, refreshing feel, low sensitization.

Hydrogenated Poly

Hydrogenated poly C6-14 olefins, saturated oil; occlusive, low permeability

Propanediol

Polyol solvent at 1–5%; light feel, aids solubilization, propylene glycol alternative

Centella Asiatica Extract

Centella asiatica extract for soothing/repair; low irritation, common in sensitive skin products.

1,2-Hexanediol

Polyol solvent and preservative booster at 1–5%; light feel, can replace some traditional preservatives

Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride

Light occlusive and solvent at 1–10%; non-greasy feel, suitable for oily and combination skin

Cetyl Alcohol

Cetyl alcohol for emulsification/thickening; high concentration >10% may irritate.

Niacinamide

Niacinamide at 2–5%; improves texture, controls oil, brightens; high levels may cause sensitivity

Polyquaternium-51

Not decoded yet

Phytosteryl/Behenyl/Octyldodecyl Lauroyl Glutamate

Amino-acid ester for emulsification and conditioning; mild, no public comedogenic data

Algae Extract

Algae extract with humectant and conditioning effects; may contain natural fragrant components.

Eclipta Prostrata Leaf Extract

Eclipta prostrata leaf extract; polyphenols, 0.1–1%; antioxidant and soothing, stable in water, batch color variability

Xanthan Gum

Natural thickener at 0.1–1%; provides gel texture, pH-stable, requires full hydration

Polyglyceryl-2 Stearate

Polyglyceryl ester emulsifier; mild, non-ionic, suitable for O/W emulsions with good stability.

Cetearyl Olivate

Natural emulsifier pairing with glucosides; skin-like feel, biodegradable, prone to oxidation requiring light protection

Sorbitan Olivate

O/W emulsifier, HLB ~15, requires ionic co-surfactant, potential sensitizer.

Cetearyl Alcohol

Fatty alcohol emulsifier at 1-5%; non-ionic surfactant

Portulaca Oleracea Extract

Achyronica extract with anti-inflammatory properties; monitor for heavy metals and pesticides, low-risk at typical doses

Sodium Hyaluronate

Potent humectant at 0.1–2%; different MW for penetration depth, high levels may draw moisture

Ficus Carica Fruit Extract

Fig fruit extract, humectant with polysaccharides and enzymes for skin moisturizing

Hydrogenated Lecithin

Emulsifier from lecithin; stable, used in powder emulsions

Glyceryl Stearate

Emulsifier at 1-3%; may require acid to prevent saponification

Stearyl Alcohol

Stearic alcohol; fatty alcohol for emulsion thickening/structure, often blended with soaps, moderate comedogenicity.

Chamomilla Recutita Flower Extract

Plant extract, soothing properties; contains natural allergens, high levels may irritate.

Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Extract

Plant extract containing rosmarinic acid etc., with antioxidant and antimicrobial properties; may contain allergenic fragrances, patch test for sensitive skin, typical concentration <1%.

Glyceryl Stearate SE

Emulsifier at 1–3%; oil-phase ingredient, easy emulsification, low sensitization.

Undaria Pinnatifida Extract

Kelp extract; algal polysaccharides. Hydrating and film-forming, verify compatibility in high-salt formulas.

Pinus Pinaster Bark Extract

Bark extract used as an antioxidant; ensure consistent raw material sourcing.

Panthenol

Panthenol (vitamin B5) at 1–5%; moisturizing and reparative, supports barrier recovery

Cholesterol

Cholesterol; barrier repair lipid mimicking stratum corneum; often blended with ceramides, plant or fermentation source.

Camellia Sinensis Leaf Water

Green tea leaf water containing polyphenols; offers soothing, astringent, and antioxidant effects, often a base for toners.

Ethylhexylglycerin

Mild conditioner and preservative booster at 0.5–1%; reduces preservative load, smooth feel

Adenosine

Skin conditioner at 0.1-1%; used for anti-aging and repair

Fructooligosaccharides

Prebiotic polysaccharide for hydration/skin conditioning; high levels may feel sticky

Citrus Aurantium Dulcis Oil

Sweet orange oil; fragrance/antioxidant, contains furanocoumarins (photosensitizing), use at night or with SPF.

Ceramide NP

Ceramide N3 for barrier repair; lipophilic, needs oil phase or emulsion, avoid high standalone use.

Beta-Glucan

Polysaccharide for soothing and hydration; high MW acts on the surface, poor penetration into deep dermis.

Trisodium EDTA

Metal chelator improving formula stability and synergizing preservatives; used at very low levels (<0.1%), control heavy metals.

Butylene Glycol

Polyol humectant and solvent at 1–5%; aids solubilization, light feel

Behenyl Alcohol

Fat alcohol emulsifier/thickener at 1-3%; low comedogenic risk, check solubility in strong acid/base systems, add antioxidants.

Sodium Stearoyl Glutamate

Mild amino-acid surfactant, poor solubility, pairs with fatty alcohols, fine foam.

Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer

Crosspolymer for thickening/film; needs neutralization to pH 7-8 to hydrate, check ion strength.

Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/VP Copolymer

Cationic polymer providing suspension, thickening, and conditioning; often paired with anionic thickening systems, low usage, imparts slip.

Citrus Nobilis Peel Oil

Citrus essential oil; photosensitizing furanocoumarins present, limit daytime use; EU 26 allergen.

Madecassoside

Triterpenoid glycoside with soothing, repairing, and antioxidant effects; typical concentration 0.1-1%, suitable for sensitive or compromised skin, good stability.

Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid

Low-MW humectant with superior penetration vs high-MW; 0.1-0.5% typical, hygroscopic, store dry to prevent clumping.

Raffinose

Oligosaccharide humectant at 1–5%; improves feel and supports conditioning; low irritation, compatible with most systems.

Litsea Cubeba Fruit Oil

Litsaea cubeba fruit oil; distinct aroma, potential irritant; use as essential oil, label fully.

Folic Acid

Folic acid, Vitamin B9, used for skin conditioning to support cellular metabolism

Caprylyl Glycol

Polyol conditioner and preservative booster at 0.5–3%; emollient feel, often paired with 1,2-hexanediol

Sorbitan Laurate

O/W emulsifier; low-comedogenic ester, verify emulsion stability.

Tromethamine

pH adjuster, alkaline; precise dosing required

Fullerenes

Carbon nanomaterial for antioxidant claims; limited clinical safety/efficacy data, use caution.

Hydroxyethylcellulose

Water-soluble cellulose ether for thickening and suspension stabilization; sensitive to ions, electrolytes reduce viscosity, use at pH 7-8.

Olea Europaea Fruit Oil

Olive oil, rich in squalene and oleic acid; moderate comedogenicity, caution for oily skin.

Asiaticoside

Plant glycoside, healing and antioxidant; poor solubility, use low levels with solubilizers.

Madecassic Acid

Madecassoside hydrolysis product for barrier repair and anti-inflammatory action; mild, low typical usage

Asiatic Acid

Pro-healing active, 0.1–1%; stability affected by light, store protected from light.

Acetyl Dipeptide-1 Cetyl Ester

Acetyl dipeptide-1 cetyl ester for hair and skin; ester structure, avoid for oily skin, check compatibility.

Acetyl Hexapeptide-8

Acetyl hexapeptide-8; signal peptide, low concentration, used for firming and hydration, low irritancy.

Palmitoyl Pentapeptide-4

Signal peptide promoting collagen synthesis; effective at low concentration, needs penetration enhancers or encapsulation

Astaxanthin

Potent lipophilic antioxidant from algae; effective at trace levels (0.001-0.01%), prone to photodegradation, requires encapsulation or protection.

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