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Uriage Bariederm Cica Daily Gel-Cream for acne-prone skin

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  • HighCombination Skin Fit
  • HighEffectiveness
  • HighSafety

A great choice for acne-prone skin; a few moisturizers fit it even better.

This fit is calculated for the concerns frequently associated with acne-prone skin: breakouts, blackheads, and post-acne marks. 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

  • Highly suitable for your combination skin, this gel-cream effectively moisturizes with glycerin and squalane, balancing hydration without increasing oiliness.
  • Centella Asiatica Leaf Extract and Zinc Gluconate offer moderate benefits for your acne, blemishes, and breakouts by supporting skin healing and regulation.
  • The formula is safe for your skin, with no risks of irritation due to the absence of harsh ingredients.

How to apply

  • Use your moisturizer twice a day in your AM and PM routines. Apply it daily to help keep breakouts under control.
  • Apply after your cleanser and toner, and make sure to use your SPF right after in the morning.
  • Gently spread a small amount of moisturizer over your face using soft motions. Let it absorb into the skin for a minute before getting dressed or applying makeup.
  • Apply on slightly damp skin to help lock in extra moisture. This keeps your combination skin balanced without feeling heavy.
  • Avoid the eye area and do a patch test before your first use. Stop using if you feel any irritation.

People Say

★4.6Overall rating based on 400+ reviews

This product is highly praised for its lightweight, fast-absorbing texture that hydrates and repairs the skin barrier without greasiness. It is beneficial for sensitive, oily, and acne-prone skin types experiencing redness or damage. Some users with very dry skin find it not moisturizing enough, and a small number report breakouts or find the price point high.

Highlights

  • Lightweight and fast Mostly Mentioned
    • “The texture is very watery and light. Easily absorbed.”
    • “absorbs quickly without feeling greasy or heavy”
    • “light weight and absorbs quickly”
  • Repairs skin barrier Often Mentioned
    • “great gel for supporting the skin barrier”
    • “Good skin repair and moisturising efficacy”
    • “repair the barrier”
  • Soothes redness and irritation Often Mentioned
    • “redness and inflammation has reduced”
    • “ability to calm redness”
    • “Effective and soothing my dry skins”
  • Good for oily/acne skin Sometimes Noted
    • “perfect for oily and combination skin”
    • “standout for my oily, acne-prone, and sensitive skin”
  • Not moisturizing enough Sometimes Noted
    • “very dry and flaky skin may find that it's not moisturising enough”
    • “my cheeks felt super dry”
    • “It didn't do much to my skin.”
  • Can cause breakouts Rarely Noted
    • “unfortunately broke me out”
    • “For me it was so-so.”
    • “depending on individual skin”
  • Expensive product Rarely Noted
    • “Not worth the price”
    • “there are other products that are much better”
    • “stock up whenever theres sale”

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Questions and answers

What makes Uriage Bariederm Cica Daily Gel-Cream a great fit for acne-prone skin?

This gel-cream is a great fit because it moisturizes your skin with glycerin and squalane while balancing hydration without increasing oiliness. Ingredients like Centella Asiatica and zinc gluconate help support skin healing and regulation to keep breakouts at bay, and the gentle formula is very unlikely to cause irritation.

Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2026Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology, 2017

Which ingredients make this cream a good fit for acne-prone skin?

Centella Asiatica Leaf Extract and Zinc Gluconate make this cream a great fit for acne-prone skin by helping support skin healing and regulation for blemishes and breakouts. Glycerin and squalane also help by balancing hydration without increasing oiliness.

Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology, 2023Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2026

What does Thermal Biotic Complex do for acne-prone skin?

Thermal Biotic Complex is unlikely to be a good fit for acne-prone skin because it does not provide the clearing benefits and antibacterial ingredients that breakouts need.

What does Uriage Thermal Water do for acne-prone skin?

Uriage Thermal Water helps calm acne-prone skin by reducing redness and soothing irritation. A product of this type needs minerals and calming ingredients to help balance oily skin and keep it clear.

Journal of the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology, 2011Clinics in Dermatology, 2018

Where does this cream go in a skincare routine for acne-prone skin?

This moisturizing treatment goes near the end of your routine, after cleansing and applying any serums or treatments. It is used in the morning and evening to provide lightweight moisture and help soothe breakouts without increasing oiliness.

International Journal of Cosmetic Science, 2020Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology, 2017

Can I use this cream with retinol, and in what order?

You can use this cream with retinol by applying the moisturizer after your retinol treatment to help soothe the skin and reduce irritation. Using a gentle moisturizer alongside retinoids supports your skin barrier and is unlikely to cause any harsh reactions.

Cutis, 2006The Journal of Dermatological Treatment, 2016

How often should I use this cream?

You can use this moisturizing treatment daily to keep your acne-prone skin hydrated without adding excess oil. Regular daily application helps improve overall skin moisture and comfort while supporting your skin barrier.

Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2020Health Science Reports, 2021

Can this cream clog pores, cause breakouts or purging for acne-prone skin?

This gel-cream is unlikely to clog pores or cause breakouts on acne-prone skin. Its lightweight formula hydrates without increasing oiliness, while centella asiatica and zinc gluconate help support skin healing and regulation.

Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology, 2023Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2026

Can I use this cream around the eyes or on my body?

This moisturizing treatment is well-suited for the thin skin around the eyes and body skin because its gentle formula avoids harsh ingredients that could cause irritation. It helps keep these areas soft and smooth without increasing oiliness.

Is this cream fragrance-free and alcohol-free?

Yes, it has no fragrance and no drying alcohol.

What the research says

  • A 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, 2017
  • Daily use of a deep cleansing gel containing salicylic acid 2%, zinc gluconate 0.2% and lipohydroxy acid 0.05% significantly reduced total lesion count by 56.3% after 84 days in 35 subjects with mild to moderate truncal acne.

    Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology, 2023
  • A dermocosmetic cream containing Punica granatum Pericarp extract, Salicylic acid, Niacinamide, Zinc gluconate, and Aqua Posae Filiformis significantly decreased inflammatory, non-inflammatory, and total lesion counts in subjects with mild to moderate acne compared to untreated hemi-faces after 15 days.

    Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2026
  • Co-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, 2023
  • Topical dexpanthenol acts as a moisturizer, improves stratum corneum hydration, accelerates wound healing and epidermal regeneration, reduces erythema, and improves symptoms of skin irritation compared to vehicle or no pretreatment.

    American Journal of Clinical Dermatology, 2002
  • Balneotherapy with thermal water altered specific skin microbiota at genus and species levels in healthy female volunteers compared to tap water, which produced no significant microbiome changes.

    Life, 2023
  • São Pedro do Sul thermal water reduced sodium lauryl sulphate-induced skin barrier disruption compared with purified water in 82.4% of 17 healthy Caucasian volunteers, demonstrating an anti-irritant effect.

    International Journal of Cosmetic Science, 2010
  • Reflectance confocal microscopy and clinical evaluations showed significant decreases in dilated and keratotic infundibula, bright border thickness, and inflammatory infiltrate density in 35 subjects with oily, acne-prone skin after 28 days of topical treatment.

    Life, 2022
  • Malaysian thermal spring water as an adjunct to standard acne therapy improved skin hydration, reduced dryness and stinging, enhanced overall tolerability, and improved the acne disability index in patients with mild to moderate acne.

    The Medical Journal of Malaysia, 2024
  • A 2% Sphingomonas xenophaga ferment extract cream applied twice daily for 4 weeks significantly decreased facial vascular disorder scores compared to vehicle in 86 Caucasian female subjects, alongside dose-dependent inhibition of pre-kallikrein activity in vitro.

    International Journal of Cosmetic Science, 2025
  • A formulation containing vitamin C, biopeptides, hyaluronic acid, and mineralizing water accelerated cell turnover to 17.1 days versus 19.2 days for untreated skin, and reduced crow's-feet, forehead, and nasolabial folds by 9%, 11%, and 5% respectively after 28 days in female subjects.

    International Journal of Cosmetic Science, 2021
  • Topical 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, 2020
  • Moisturizer 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, 2019
  • Topical 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, 2008
  • Topical application of 0.1% hyaluronic acid formulations of different molecular weights led to significant improvements in skin hydration and elasticity, with low-molecular-weight formulations also significantly reducing wrinkle depth in seventy-six female subjects compared to a vehicle control.

    Journal of Drugs in Dermatology, 2011
  • Topical application of hyaluronic acid in conjunction with free gingival graft significantly reduced donor site postoperative pain until day 7 compared to normal saline, with no significant differences in graft dimensions or patient satisfaction.

    Clinical Oral Investigations, 2022
  • Treatment with a hyaluronic acid-containing mouth rinse or topical gel led to significant lesion reduction, pain relief, and normalization of lesion color in adult patients with minor recurrent aphthous stomatitis, with the gel formulation showing an earlier healing onset at 3 days.

    BMC Oral Health, 2019
  • Panthenyl triacetate (PTA) demonstrated skin de-acetylation into panthenol, stimulated energetic and synthesis metabolic pathways, and achieved a statistically significant improvement in wound healing after 72 hours compared to saline treatment in human volunteers, outperforming panthenol in long-lasting wound healing action.

    Journal of Cosmetic Science, 2012
  • A comprehensive topical regimen incorporating niacinamide, Pro-Xylane, and panthenol following PicoWay laser treatment decreased transepidermal water loss, increased hydration and skin elasticity, reduced wrinkles and redness, and improved skin tone in 88 Chinese females compared to a standard care control group.

    Lasers in Medical Science, 2026
  • Formulations containing 1.0% and 5.0% panthenol decreased transepidermal water loss after 30-day applications on healthy subjects compared to control and vehicle.

    Journal of Cosmetic Science, 2011

Ingredients

Dicaprylyl Ether, Glycerin, Diglycerin, Squalane, 1,2-Hexanediol, Inulin, Sodium Polyacryloyldimethyl Taurate, Acrylates C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer, Panthenol, Xanthan Gum, Sodium Hydroxide, Copper Gluconate, Centella Asiatica Leaf Extract, Zinc Gluconate, Citric Acid, Tocopherol

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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