Cica: The Soothing Skincare Ingredient Taking Over Your Tik Tok For You Page (By Repêchage)

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Check out this article from Repêchage – they’re talking about the latest skincare ingredient that’s trending on social media, but that has been part of their ingredient line up for decades – Cica.

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If you’re always scouring the internet for the next big thing in skincare, chances are you’ve recently come across Cica. This skin-soothing powerhouse—short for Centella Asiatica—has taken the beauty world by storm. Also known as Gotu Kola in Ayurveda and traditional herbal medicine, this plant extract has been used for centuries to help calm and restore the skin. It may be trending now, but did you know Repêchage has been harnessing its benefits for decades?

That’s because when paired with Repêchage’s superstar ingredient, Laminaria digitata Seaweed, it works synergistically to provide a powerful combination of soothing, hydrating, and anti-aging benefits in skincare formulas, explains Anna Kuc, Senior Chemist and laboratory manager at Repêchage. Continue reading as we delve into this skincare ingredient that soothes your skin, brightens your complexion, and helps maintain a youthful look.

What Is Cica?

You’ll be happy to know that Cica isn’t another fleeting skincare trend but a time-tested ingredient with impressive qualities. If you have delicate skin or are simply looking for gentle care, here’s why you should consider adding Cica to your routine:

Supports Your Skin’s Natural Processes

Environmental factors can affect your skin’s appearance. Cica contains beneficial compounds that may support your skin’s natural renewal process, helping it maintain its natural appearance against everyday environmental stressors, like exposure to UV rays, air pollution, and blue light from digital screens. “It also promotes skin renewal, helping to fade the look of acne scars and discoloration over time,” says Kuc. “Plus, it works gently, making it safe for all skin types.”

Contributes to Skin’s Moisture Balance

Dry skin often appears dull and lacks vitality. Cica works alongside other moisturizing ingredients, such as Laminaria digitata Seaweed, to help maintain the skin’s natural moisture balance for a supple, radiant appearance.

Helps Maintain a Youthful Appearance

Thanks to its antioxidant-rich profile, Cica contains beneficial plant compounds that help protect skin from environmental stressors that can contribute to visible signs of aging. It may help maintain the skin’s firmness and youthful appearance over time.

Why Repêchage & Cica Are a Perfect Match

While Cica is stealing the spotlight these days, Repêchage has been formulating with it for more than two decades. Aside from Laminaria digitata, Cica pairs best with calming, hydrating, soothing, and anti-aging ingredients, like hyaluronic acid, green tea, vitamin C, and peptides—all commonly found in the Repêchage skincare line.

Most notably, Cica is featured in the Biolight® Brightening for Uneven Skin Tone collection, which uses cutting-edge brightening technology and advanced marine biotechnology to help improve the appearance of uneven skin tone, dark spots, and hyperpigmentation. This revolutionary product line helps uncover a more radiant, youthful complexion.

Kuc recommends using Cica-infused products for both morning and evening. Use Cica with hydrating and calming ingredients—just be sure to choose leave-on products that maximize its benefits.