Editor's Pick: L'Oreal Paris RevitaLift Cica Cream Review

It’s a challenge to think of anything beauty editors love more than the chance to test out new products, especially when it’s a formulation that’s not entirely standard. That’s precisely why we were incredibly eager to get our hands on the new L’Oreal Paris Revitalift Cica Cream. The brand sent over a complimentary sample to the Skincare.com offices, and we immediately gave it a-go. Read on for our review of the newly-launched L’Oreal Paris Revitalift Cica Cream—plus, we share exactly what a cica cream is for those who are scratching their heads.

 

What Is Cica Cream?

No matter how much you fancy yourself a skin care expert, there’s always something new to learn. New technologies and products pop up, then suddenly they’re the talk of the town before you even have a chance to figure out what the hype is about. So, as popular as cica creams are becoming, don’t fault yourself if you aren’t familiar (yet). As it turns out, they aren’t what you might assume. Despite possessing similar names, they aren’t a variant of another popular beauty product, CC creams. There’s no relation, except that we’re fast becoming fans of both.

Cica cream is something all its own. The name comes from an ingredient that’s found in the formula, centella asiatica. The product’s namesake is an herb, also known as tiger grass, used in traditional Chinese medicine. If you survey the ingredient list and don’t spot centella asiastica, it’s not a product with cica as an ingredient. It’s just that simple. As for what you really want to know—what these creams can do—when formulated for the face, they can help repair the skin barrier to resist the effects of an advancing age.

L’Oréal Paris Revitalift Cica Cream Review

Recommended For: If you’ve begun to notice any of the common visible signs of aging—moisture loss, prominent wrinkles, and a loss of firmness —this cica cream is just what you need. In case you’re concerned about how it’ll suit your skin, the formula, which is free of fragrance, parabens, colorants, dyes, and skin-stripping alcohols, is gentle on sensitive skin. That means as long as you’re ready to begin an anti-aging skin care regimen, a good place to start is with this cica cream.

Now, that you’re thoroughly caught up on what cica cream is in general, let us get more specific. The latest skin care offering from L’Oréal Paris is none other than a cica cream. Formulated with not just centella asiatica, but also powerful wrinkle-fighting pro-retinol, the lightweight cream hydrates, all the while strengthening the skin barrier to help fend off visible lines, sagging skin and other visible signs of aging.

Why We Love It: Here at Skincare.com we’re all about products that really work, and this cica cream does not disappoint. Immediately, skin feels healthier, softer, smoother and more supple. But that’s not all. With continued use up to four weeks, our fine lines and wrinkles appeared visibly reduced, firmness and elasticity looked noticeably improved, and clarity and tone improved, with our complexions exuding luminosity.

How to Use It: Make this anti-wrinkle, protective cream an everyday—twice a day—staple in your routine. Every morning and night, after cleansing, smooth it onto skin until thoroughly absorbed. Don’t step away from your vanity just yet. You’ll want to follow with a moisturizer that matches the time of day. For best results, use Cica Cream in conjunction with other Revitalift products. 

Editor’s tip: On days when you can’t fit in a full face of makeup, wear the L’Oréal Paris Revitalift Cica Cream on its own. You can skip face powder and still not worry about shine, thanks to the non-greasy finish.  

L’Oreal Paris Revitalift Cicacream Face Moisturizer Pro Retinol & Centella Asiatica, $17.99 MSRP