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There are situations when the skin needs emergency help and special care. La Roche-Posay has a range of products for such a case, and we are pleased to dedicate this article to them.
What does skin irritation mean?
Even if your skin is not sensitive and you cannot be reproached for frivolity in terms of personal care, no one is immune from extreme cases:
scratches;
burns (domestic and solar);
scratching the skin due to itching, for example, due to insect bites;
redness;
peeling;
chapped lips.
It is best to always have an anti-irritation cream on hand.
By and large, a remedy that helps heal the skin should be in every home. And you will do the right thing if you do not wait for an emergency and stock up on it in advance. Where to find a cream for all occasions and how to choose it, we will tell you.
Features of the cream for irritated skin
There are a number of properties required for a fast acting cream.
Restorative
The first thing that suffers during skin irritation is the hydrolipid mantle, the first line of defense of the epidermis, which is responsible for local immunity and performs a barrier function. The task of the cream is to restore it as soon as possible in order to stop the negative reaction.
Moisturizers
Damaged skin quickly loses moisture and cannot fully function.
soothing
It is necessary to relieve discomfort with the help of soothing ingredients.
The root “cica” (an abbreviation for “centella asiatica”, translated as “centella asiatica”) in the name of the cosmetic hints at healing properties. And in the brand portfolio La Roche-Posay There is a whole range of similar multi-restorative products – Cicaplast B5.
Cream for skin irritation
The basis of all products of the Cicaplast B5 series are components known for their soothing, healing, regenerating effect:
panthenol 5% (B5);
La Roche-Posay thermal water;
madecassoside (derived from centella asiatica);
complex [Copper-Zinc-Manganese].
Cicaplast line from La Roche-Posay
This restoring line is represented by three products with different textures and variable properties. We study and listen to the opinions of users.
Cicaplast Baume B5
Once upon a time in families, the remedy for all occasions (at least when it came to skin problems) was the good old baby cream. Perhaps today its modern and more advanced counterpart can be called this multi-restorative balm.
For clarity, the box shows who and when this remedy for the whole family will come in handy, which can be used from the first days of life. Shea butter has been added to the base composition (see above) to soften and nourish the skin.
The balm will definitely come in handy – especially if there are small children in the house. It will help to cope with such troubles as:
excessive dryness;
redness;
irritation;
diaper rash;
scuffs;
scratches;
burns (of course, not those that require hospitalization).
Cicaplast Baume B5, SPF 50
In this “reissue” of the balm, sun filters and special components (prokerade) have been added to prevent dark spots. This makes its use especially appropriate in the summer, because after various kinds of damage, the skin is more prone to hyperpigmentation under the influence of ultraviolet radiation.
But be careful: balm is not the equivalent of sunscreen and should not be used in this role when going to the beach.
Cleansing gel Cicaplast B5
Sensitive skin needs especially gentle cleansing. With a foamy texture and physiological pH, it is suitable for both children and adults suffering from increased dryness of the skin. It can be used for both face and body.
Cicaplast B5 Revitalizing Complex (panthenol + thermal water + madecassoside + copper + zinc + manganese) is enriched with glycerin for intense hydration. Does not contain soap and parabens.
Delicately removes impurities, intensively moisturizes and soothes the skin, reduces discomfort. Used once or twice a day. Squeeze the gel into the palm of your hand and rub until a foam forms, apply it with light movements on the skin of the face or body and rinse with plenty of water.