Cica or Centella : Understanding the Viral K-Beauty Ingredient

If you’re a K-Beauty fan, you might already know and love the super ingredient Centella Asiatica, more commonly known as Cica. This viral ingredient has been used in traditional medicine for centuries because of its soothing properties but what does it do for the skin? 

This skin-rejuvenating ingredient helps soothe redness, irritation, and stubborn breakouts, making it perfect for acne-prone and sensitive skin types. It not only hydrates and plumps the skin, but it also fortifies the skin's healthy barrier, helping to lock in that hydration by preventing moisture loss. Rich in antioxidants, it protects against environmental aggressors and promotes collagen production in the skin, reducing the look of fine lines and keeping it firm, plump and supple.

Have a look at some of our exclusive PURESEOUL Cica lines for a soothing skincare routine below:

Salmon Caring Centella Bubble Cleanser

• A skin-boosting combo of viral PDRN and centella synergise to smooth rough texture while cleansing.
• Enriched with broccoli water, hyaluronic acid and madecassoside (a cica derivative), it balances the skin's moisture levels.
• The airy foam rinses off seamlessly to leave the skin feeling refreshed and moist.

Salmon Caring Centella Toner 

• Infused with hyaluronic acid and panthenol to deeply hydrate and lock moisture in the skin, leaving it plump and supple.
• A blend of heartleaf and madecassoside soothe and protect the skin's healthy barrier, reducing redness.
• This pH-balancing toner is light and watery, absorbing seamlessly to feel weightless on the skin.

Salmon Caring Centella Ampoule

• A nourishing blend of hyaluronic acid, heartleaf and madecassoside fortifies the skin's barrier leaving it plump and soft.
•  A refreshing watery-gel texture absorbs effortlessly for skin that feels moist and supple.

Salmon Caring Centella Cream

• This moisturiser infuses rice bran water and milk protein to plump the skin and leave it looking silky-smooth.
• The nourishing cream texture applies seamlessly and deeply replenishes moisture in dry-combination skin types that struggle with stubborn texture.

Cica Ceramide Toner

• This toner is packed with ceramides, which form a moisturising film over the skin to balance moisture levels and improve its elasticity.
• The light, watery texture absorbs without any stickiness for a glowy finish and can be used daily to fortify the skin's healthy barrier.

Cica Ceramide Cream

• Ceramides balance moisture levels and improve elasticity in dry and tight skin, reducing the look of fine lines for a plump and soft finish.
• This lightweight cream provides deep moisture without feeling too thick, perfect for all skin types and for use all year.

Cicachid Chilling Pad

• These pre-soaked pads are infused with a soothing essence powered by NEEDLY's patented cicachid complex - a fusion of cica, cypress leaf and artemisia.

• Boosted by 85% pure Korean Cypress water, rich in flavonoids, these pads nourish the skin and relieve heat
  

Cicachid Soothing Ampoule

• This S.O.S. treatment quickly calms redness and irritation while providing a cooling sensation to soothe irritated skin.
• Hydration boosters like panthenol, hyaluronic acid and natural sugarcane extract lock in moisture and fortify the skin barrier.

Cicachid Relief Cream

• A moisture-locking duo of ceramides and panthenol provide lightweight hydration and helps protect the skin's barrier, keeping it soft and supple.
• This creamy, pudding-like texture applies and absorbs seamlessly, cooling and replenishing moisture in all skin types.

Cicachid Relaxing Mist

• This soothing spray toner provides a burst of cooling hydration, relieving redness and irritation with easy, hands-free care.
• 5 layers of hyaluronic acid, beta-glucan and soybean extract target dryness and lock in moisture, promoting the glass skin look. 

The Real Cica Niacinamide AC Calming Serum 

• Niacinamide provides brightening care by targeting stubborn dark spots and pigmentation for an overall more even, glowing complexion.
• 3 layers of hyaluronic acid deliver deep, long-lasting hydration for skin that feels moist, supple and soft.
• This light, oil-free formula is fast-absorbing and gives a boost of hydration to oily skin types.

The Real Cica Soothing Cream

• Featuring the patented DERMATIC AC3 1%, this lightweight, oil-free facial lotion balances excess sebum production, perfect for oily skin types.
• Niacinamide brightens the overall complexion, targeting dark spots and pigmentation, while adenosine enhances the skin's elasticity for a more radiant, bouncy complexion. 

The Real Cica Calming Ampoule Mask

• This unique aqua-gel cotton sheet adheres to the skin seamlessly to maximise absorption of the essence without leaving a sticky residue.
• 3 layers of hyaluronic acid provide long-lasting hydration to keep the skin plump while protecting the healthy barrier. 

Cicaterol Ampoule

• A 70% cica complex and barrier-fortifying phytosterol (a cica derivative) form a soothing layer over the skin to ensure moisture is replenished and locked in.
• A blend of allantoin and madecassoside cools the skin's surface while LHA gently exfoliates dead skin, smoothing texture and balancing excess sebum production.
• The light, non-sticky texture delivers soothing care rapidly to keep the skin smooth, and clear.

Cicaterol Moisturiser

• 68% of belpain's cica complex forms a protective layer over the skin, ensuring soothing moisture is locked in. 
• Enriched with cooling madecassoside, this light gel moisturiser delivers rapid calming care, perfect for those with easily irritated, acne-prone skin.

Cicaful Calming Gel

• A soothing blend of centella asiatica leaf and antioxidant-rich fig extract shields the skin from environmental aggressors, soothing and promoting a clearer, softer complexion.
• Barrier-fortifying ceramides balance moisture levels and seal in deep hydration to keep the skin supple and plump. 
• The lightweight gel texture is perfect for combination and oily skin types dealing with sensitivity for rapid soothing moisture.

Cicaful Calming Mask

• This revitalising sheet mask is soaked in an 83% centella-infused ampoule, effectively soothing redness and irritation.
• A calming blend of allantoin and panthenol balances pH levels and locks in moisture, leaving the skin plump, refreshed and smooth after just 1 use.
• Made from vegan-friendly biocellulose, the gentle sheet adheres to the skin seamlessly for easy absorption and a smooth, calm finish. 

Shop the full range online or an exclusively curated selection in store

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Brighton:

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Birmingham Bullring:

SU519A, Moor St, Birmingham B54BU

Manchester:

Unit U5, Manchester Arndale, Manchester M4 3AQ