LRP Cicaplast vs Avene Cicalfate+

Looking for a new repairing cream and can’t decide wether to go for the Avene cicalfate+ or the La Roche Posay cicaplast? I’ve decided to dive deeper into both creams to see how they compare to each other! 🔎 What is it? Both the cicaplast and cicalfate are healing repair creams, that focus on soothing and repairing damaged skin. 🔬 Ingredients Both creams use zinc and copper sulfates, which has purifying and antibacterial properties to help with healing the skin. Apart from that, Cicaplast uses 5% panthenol and madecassoside for an extra soothing, healing boost. Cicalfate uses sucralfate, which is used in medicine to treat burns and other inflammatory skin conditions. Cicaplast also added in some moisturizing agents like glycerin and shea butter. You could use this instead of your moisturizer. Cicalfate on the other hand didn’t add many moisturizing ingredients besides glycerin. It’s not very hydrating and won’t be enough as a moisturizer. Think of this as more of an occlusive layer to lock everything in while healing the skin. Neither of them contain fragrance. Both of these creams contain some comedogenic ingredients and may your pores. 💦 Texture Cicaplast has a creamy baume texture that spreads relatively easily. Cicalfate is a rich, occlusive, thick cream that leaves a bit of a greasy feel. Definitely one for your night routine unless you like a greasy French fry look during the day 👀 💲 Price point While prices differ depending on where you buy it.. Cicaplast retails for an average of $15/€10 Cicalfate retails for an average of $18/€15 Both are available in either 40ml or 100ml. And both have a shelf life of 6 months after opening 💭 Conclusion If you’re looking for a bit of extra hydration, go for Cicaplast. If you’re looking for just an occlusive, healing layer, go for the Cicalfate. If you have combo/oily skin, you may wanna skip the heavy cicalfate cream as it can be too heavy for you. Both are effective and will do a great job of healing your skin, you can’t go wrong with either.