Dr. Jart+ Cicapair Intensive Soothing Repair Cream for oily skin
Centella Asiatica Leaf Extract
Niacinamide- Madecassoside
Shea Butter
Palmitoyl Tripeptide-8
Average
- AverageOily Skin Fit
- AverageEffectiveness
- HighSafety
Works for oily skin; other moisturizers fit it better.
- Indian Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences, 2016
- Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology, 2017
This fit is calculated for the concerns frequently associated with oily skin: shine, enlarged pores, blackheads, and blemishes. For scores and recommendations based on your full skin profile, including your 12D face scan results and any goals or preferences you have, please use the Lovi app.
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Lovi Assistant explains
- This formulation offers moderate suitability for your oily skin, as niacinamide helps with seboregulation and barrier repair, while Centella Asiatica Leaf Extract and Allantoin provide excellent soothing and moisturizing benefits to enhance barrier resilience.
- Glycerin and the concentrated blend of Centella Asiatica extracts further support hydration and calming, addressing general skincare needs for oily skin and shine concerns.
- The safety profile is excellent, with no risks of irritation due to the absence of harsh ingredients and the presence of soothing components.
How to apply
- Could be used as part of your AM or PM routine every day to keep your face fresh.
- Apply this moisturizer after cleansing and toning, but right before your SPF in the morning.
- Gently press a small amount into your skin and let it absorb fully.
- Apply on clean, slightly dry skin to help control that oily shine.
- Avoid the eye area and do a quick patch test before your first use.
People Say
★4.4Overall rating based on 1.9k+ reviewsBased on a very large amount of data, this cream is highly effective for dry, sensitive, and redness-prone skin, providing deep hydration and noticeable calming of irritation and redness. Users with oily or acne-prone skin, however, often find the texture too heavy, with some experiencing breakouts or a greasy feel.
Highlights
Soothes redness Mostly Mentioned
- “Reduces redness immediately”
- “calms my skin down”
- “calmer by next morning”
Deep hydration Often Mentioned
- “Rich substantial moisturizer”
- “skin feels hydrated”
- “seals moisture in”
- “leaves skin dewy”
Too heavy Often Mentioned
- “Too rich and heavy”
- “greasy complexion”
- “feels sticky”
- “leaves oily film”
Pleasant texture Sometimes Noted
- “Buttery smooth texture”
- “blends easily”
- “silky finish”
- “absorbs wonderfully”
Repairs barrier Sometimes Noted
- “Skin barrier strengthening”
- “repairs damaged barrier”
- “skin feels stronger”
- “restores flaky skin”
Causes breakouts Sometimes Noted
- “Caused me to break out”
- “small blemishes forming”
- “pimples popping up”
- “clogs my pores”
Expensive Sometimes Noted
- “Price is really steep”
- “expensive for the amount”
- “pricey but worth it”
- “not budget friendly”
Packaging issues Rarely Noted
- “Hard to squeeze out”
- “tube cracks easily”
- “wasteful packaging design”
- “difficult to get last bit”
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Questions and answers
How well does Dr. Jart+ Cicapair Intensive Soothing Repair Cream work for oily skin?
This cream works moderately well for oily skin, as niacinamide and Centella Asiatica Leaf Extract help calm and manage shine while supporting your skin barrier. Oily skin needs a product of this type that features a lightweight texture without heavy oils, combining peptides and hydrating agents to manage shine and maintain hydration without clogging pores.
Indian Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences, 2016Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology, 2017
Which ingredients make this cream a good fit for oily skin?
Niacinamide, Centella Asiatica Leaf Extract, and Allantoin make this cream a moderate fit for oily skin because they help balance oil, calm redness, and boost moisture. Oily skin works best with moisturizing treatments that feature a lightweight texture, ingredients that manage shine without heavy oils, and a combination of peptides and hydrating agents that prevent breakouts.
Indian Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences, 2016Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology, 2017
What does Centella Asiatica Leaf Extract do for oily skin?
Centella Asiatica Leaf Extract helps calm oily skin and supports barrier repair while reducing redness and acne breakouts. This ingredient may help control unwanted shine and keep the skin balanced without feeling heavy or greasy.
What does Niacinamide do for oily skin?
Niacinamide helps balance oily skin by significantly reducing excess oil production and shine. It is well tolerated and may improve skin texture without clogging pores.
Journal of Cosmetic and Laser Therapy, 2006Antioxidants, 2021
Where does it go in a skincare routine for oily skin?
This moisturizer goes as the final step of your morning routine and evening routine. Oily skin works best with lightweight, oil-free moisturizers containing niacinamide and centella asiatica to control shine and hydrate without feeling heavy.
International Journal of Cosmetic Science, 2020Indian Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences, 2016
Can I use this cream with retinol, and in what order?
Yes, you can use this cream with retinol by applying the retinol first and following it with this moisturizer. This combination is unlikely to cause irritation and helps keep your skin calm and hydrated while using retinol.
How often should I use it?
This cream works well for your oily skin when used daily as part of your morning and evening routine. Regular use helps keep your skin calm and hydrated without clogging pores, though oily skin of this type also needs lightweight, oil-free formulas with balancing and clarifying ingredients.
Can this cream clog pores, cause breakouts or purging for oily skin?
This cream may cause breakouts for oily skin, as some reviewers note that it feels too heavy. To prevent clogged pores and shine while keeping your skin calm and hydrated, oily skin needs lightweight, oil-free moisturizers with niacinamide and soothing plant extracts instead of heavy butters.
Molecules, 2023Indian Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences, 2016
Can I use it around the eyes or on my body?
This cream is safe to use around the eyes and on the body, as its gentle ingredients minimize the likelihood of irritation in delicate areas. Oily skin in these areas still needs lightweight moisturizers with soothing extracts and balancing ingredients to keep skin calm without feeling heavy.
Is this cream fragrance-free and alcohol-free?
Yes, it has no fragrance and no drying alcohol. Cetearyl alcohol is a fatty alcohol, which soften the skin.
What the research says
Cosmetic formulations containing 5% Centella asiatica extract showed the best efficacy in improving skin moisture and decreasing transepidermal water loss, while also exhibiting antiinflammatory properties in 25 volunteers compared to baseline measurements.
Indian Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences, 2016A single application of a moisturizing fluid containing hyaluronic acid 1%, glycerin 5%, and Centella asiatica stem cells extract significantly increased skin hydration by 29% and reduced transepidermal water loss at 24 hours compared to baseline and an untreated control site in twenty healthy women.
Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology, 2017Co-delivery of paeonol and madecassoside via nanoemulsions improved transdermal delivery, promoted barrier repair proteins, inhibited inflammatory cytokine secretion in cellular and 3D models, and reduced transepidermal water loss and acne in human facial skin compared to free components.
Molecules, 2023Moisturizer containing 5% panthenol, madecassoside, and copper-zinc-manganese decreased adverse reactions and downtime after ablative fractional carbon dioxide laser resurfacing with comparable efficacy to 0.02% triamcinolone acetonide cream in 20 subjects.
Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2019Topical application of 0.05% w/w ECa 233 gel reduced erythema index by 0.03 U and improved early crusting and general wound appearance compared to placebo in thirty individuals undergoing facial laser resurfacing.
Journal of Alternative and Complementary Medicine, 2020Topical treatment with 5% vitamin C and 0.1% madecassoside significantly improved clinical scores for wrinkles, suppleness, firmness, roughness, and skin hydration, along with functional and structural remodeling of the elastic fiber network in 20 female volunteers with photoaged skin after 6 months compared to baseline.
Experimental Dermatology, 2008Treatment with an asiaticoside-containing cream applied twice daily for 12 weeks significantly improved periorbital wrinkles in 65% of 27 female volunteers compared to a vehicle control cream.
International Journal of Cosmetic Science, 2008Topical post-laser application of human adipocyte-derived mesenchymal stem cell media combined with niacinamide significantly improved wrinkle index, melanin index, patient satisfaction, and investigator esthetic improvement scores compared to vehicle cream in patients with aging skin.
Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2021Topical nicotinamide prevented solar-simulated UV-induced immunosuppression in healthy volunteers, and men experienced immunosuppression at solar-simulated UV doses three times lower than those required for women.
The Journal of Investigative Dermatology, 2008Topical 5% niacinamide applied twice daily for 12 weeks reduced fine lines and wrinkles, hyperpigmented spots, red blotchiness, and skin sallowness, and improved skin elasticity compared to vehicle control in 50 female white subjects with facial photoaging.
Dermatologic Surgery, 2005A combination cream of stimu-tex AS and saccharide isomerate reduced erythema, increased skin capacitance, and reduced transepidermal water loss compared to placebo in 20 subjects after fractional CO2 laser procedure without causing serious adverse events.
Lasers in Medical Science, 2025A skin barrier restoring cream with shea butter, silkflo, and vitamin E increased type I procollagen synthesis, enhanced antioxidant enzyme activity, decreased reactive oxygen species generation, and promoted hyaluronic acid production in H2O2-stimulated human keratinocyte cells compared to untreated cells.
International Journal of Cosmetic Science, 2025
Ingredients
Water, Dipropylene Glycol, Cetearyl Alcohol, Propanediol, Polyglyceryl-3 Methylglucose Distearate, Phytosteryl Isostearyl Dimer Dilinoleate, Butylene Glycol, Caprylic Capric Triglyceride, Butyrospermum Parkii Butter Shea Butter, Dicaprylyl Ether, Niacinamide, Glyceryl Stearate Se, Pentylene Glycol, Synthetic Beeswax, Diglycerin, Cetyl Ethylhexanoate, Vinyl Dimethicone, 1,2-Hexanediol, Macadamia Ternifolia Seed Oil, Theobroma Cacao Extract, Centella Asiatica Leaf Extract, Cetearyl Olivate, Glycerin, Allantoin, Asiaticoside, Madecassic Acid, Asiatic Acid, Adenosine, Polyglyceryl-4 Oleate, Sodium Stearoyl Glutamate, Palmitoyl Tripeptide-8, Sorbitan Olivate, Hydroxyethyl Acrylate Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer, Xanthan Gum, Sodium Surfactin, Carbomer, Tromethamine, Isopentyldiol, Dextrin, Dextran, Sorbitan Isostearate, Trisodium Ethylenediamine Disuccinate, Tocopherol, Phenoxyethanol, Yellow 5 Ci 19140, Blue 1 Ci 42090
Behind this fit score
Lovi calculates every fit score from the full ingredient list with brand-independent rules our dermatologists and cosmetic chemists build and review, and personalizes every pick with AI trained on the real results of millions of users. Lovi trains its fit score models on a proprietary dataset built from more than 10,000 expert-labeled products and more than 100,000 simulated examples, following an internally consistent methodology presented at Cosmoprof, AMWC, and Skin of Color Update.
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