This gel-cream moisturizer is formulated to soothe and repair skin, with a focus on calming redness and supporting the skin barrier. Its lightweight texture makes it suitable for those who prefer a less heavy feel.
Sephora price
$32.00
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Sephora reviews
4.8 / 5
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Glass take
4.8 / 5 overall fit
A lightweight gel-cream that effectively calms redness and hydrates, making it a good choice for combination, oily, and sensitive skin types.
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View SephoraWhat Sephora says
A soothing gel-cream with proprietary pH4.5CICA that calms skin, temporarily reduces visible redness, and supports healthier-looking skin over time.
Morning and evening, apply evenly on to clean skin after serum.
For optimal results, use with A-CICA365 Soothing Relief Serum (sold separately).
What Glass adds
A solid choice for managing redness and providing lightweight hydration. The combination of Centella Asiatica, Panthenol, and a pH-balanced formula makes it gentle and effective for sensitive or irritated skin.
Soothing properties
Many reviewers highlight the immediate calming effect on irritated and red skin, making it a go-to for sensitive complexions.
Texture and feel
The gel-cream consistency is frequently praised for being non-greasy and absorbing quickly, which is ideal for daytime wear or for those with oily skin.
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Routine fit
Apply this gel-cream after your serums and treatments, both in the morning and evening. It acts as the final step to seal in hydration and soothe the skin.
Why it works
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What it actually does well
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Routine fit
Morning and night
This moisturizer is suitable for both morning and evening application. Its lightweight nature makes it a good base for makeup in the morning, and it provides essential hydration overnight.
Glass rating
A lightweight gel-cream that effectively calms redness and hydrates, making it a good choice for combination, oily, and sensitive skin types.
Texture
4.7 / 5
The gel-cream texture is refreshing and absorbs quickly without feeling heavy or sticky.
Redness reduction
4.6 / 5
Users report a noticeable reduction in redness and irritation after consistent use.
Hydration
4.5 / 5
Provides good hydration without clogging pores, suitable for oily and combination skin.
Full ingredient breakdown
Solvent
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0.0 / 10
The base of the formulation, dissolving other ingredients.
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All skin types
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None
Humectant
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0.0 / 10
Attracts water to the skin, providing hydration.
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All skin types
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None
Humectant/Solvent
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0.0 / 10
Helps to hydrate the skin and improve product texture.
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All skin types
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None
Emollient
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1.0 / 10
Softens and smooths the skin.
Usually helps with
Dry to normal skin
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Can be slightly heavy for very oily skin
Active
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2.0 / 10
A multi-tasking ingredient that can help with redness, barrier support, and tone.
Usually helps with
All skin types, especially redness-prone
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Generally well-tolerated, but some may experience flushing at high concentrations
Humectant/Preservative Booster
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0.0 / 10
Provides hydration and helps preserve the product.
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All skin types
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None
Emollient/Occlusive
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1.0 / 10
Creates a smooth feel and can help lock in moisture, but some prefer to avoid silicones.
Usually helps with
Normal to dry skin
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Can feel heavy or occlusive for very oily or acne-prone skin
Emollient
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1.0 / 10
Softens and smooths the skin.
Usually helps with
Normal to dry skin
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None
PHA/Humectant
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1.0 / 10
A gentle PHA that exfoliates and hydrates without irritation.
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All skin types, including sensitive
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None
Emulsifier/Emollient
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0.0 / 10
Derived from olive oil, it helps blend oil and water and moisturizes the skin.
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All skin types
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None
Thickener
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1.0 / 10
Gives the product its gel-like texture.
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All skin types
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Active
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0.0 / 10
Soothes skin, supports barrier function, and hydrates.
Usually helps with
All skin types, especially dry or irritated
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None
Emulsifier/Emollient
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0.0 / 10
Helps stabilize the formula and provides emollience.
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All skin types
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None
Texture Enhancer
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1.0 / 10
Provides a smooth, silky feel to the product.
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All skin types
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Silicone derivative
Emulsifier/Emollient
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0.0 / 10
Works with Cetearyl Olivate to create a stable emulsion and moisturize.
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All skin types
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None
Emulsifier/Emollient
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0.0 / 10
A phospholipid that helps stabilize the formula and moisturizes the skin.
Usually helps with
All skin types
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None
pH Adjuster
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0.0 / 10
Used to adjust the pH of the formulation.
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All skin types
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None
Emollient/Emulsifier
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0.0 / 10
A fatty alcohol that moisturizes and helps stabilize the formula.
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All skin types
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None
Emulsifier/Thickener
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1.0 / 10
Helps create the desired texture and stability.
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All skin types
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None
Thickener
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1.0 / 10
Another ingredient that contributes to the product's texture.
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All skin types
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None
Thickener
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1.0 / 10
A common thickening agent used in cosmetic formulations.
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All skin types
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None
Preservative Booster/Emollient
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0.0 / 10
Enhances preservation and provides mild emollience.
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All skin types
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None
Thickener
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0.0 / 10
A natural gum used to thicken and stabilize the formula.
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All skin types
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None
Emulsifier
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0.0 / 10
A gentle emulsifier derived from glucose and fatty alcohol.
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All skin types
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None
Chelating Agent
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0.0 / 10
Helps to stabilize the formula by binding to metal ions.
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All skin types
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None
Active
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1.0 / 10
One of the main compounds from Centella Asiatica, known for soothing and wound healing.
Usually helps with
Irritated, redness-prone skin
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None
Emulsifier
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1.0 / 10
Helps to blend oil and water components in the formulation.
Usually helps with
All skin types
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None
Active
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1.0 / 10
Another key compound from Centella Asiatica, known for its anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties.
Usually helps with
Irritated, redness-prone skin
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None
Active
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1.0 / 10
A triterpene from Centella Asiatica that aids in skin repair and collagen synthesis.
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All skin types, especially aging or damaged
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None
Humectant
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0.0 / 10
The salt form of hyaluronic acid, which hydrates and plumps the skin.
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All skin types
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None
Active
Badness
2.0 / 10
A stable derivative of Vitamin C that can help brighten and protect the skin.
Usually helps with
Dullness, uneven tone
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Can be irritating for some, especially when first introduced
Active
Badness
2.0 / 10
Helps regulate sebum production and has anti-inflammatory properties.
Usually helps with
Oily, acne-prone skin
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Can be drying for some
Emollient/Preservative Booster
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0.0 / 10
Helps condition the skin and boost the preservative system.
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All skin types
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None
Active
Badness
1.0 / 10
A purified compound from Centella Asiatica, known for its potent soothing and anti-inflammatory benefits.
Usually helps with
Sensitive, irritated skin
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None
Chelating Agent
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0.0 / 10
Helps stabilize the product.
Usually helps with
All skin types
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None
Active
Badness
3.0 / 10
A peptide that may help improve the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles.
Usually helps with
Mature skin, fine lines
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Peptides can sometimes cause mild irritation
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FAQ
Yes, its lightweight gel-cream texture is well-suited for oily and combination skin types as it provides hydration without feeling heavy or greasy.
Absolutely. The formula contains Centella Asiatica (CICA) and Panthenol, which are known for their soothing properties that help calm visible redness and irritation.
Yes, it is formulated to be fragrance-free, alcohol-free, and hypoallergenic, making it a good option for sensitive skin types.
