Avène Cicalfate+ Lips Repair Lip Balm

Avène

Cicalfate+ Lips Repair Lip Balm

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Fit by skin type

General, ingredient-based — not your personalized match.

Dry
78%
Combination (dry)
78%
Balanced
92%
Combination (oily)
62%
Oily
62%

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Protecting lips from dryness for up to 24 hours, the Avène Cicalfate+ Lips Repair Lip Balm (12ml) restores moisture in a quick swipe. Rich in the brand’s Thermal Spring Water and a [C+-Restore]™ post-biotic active, this lightweight formula soothes with a supple finish. Forming a protective veil, lips are shielded from drying pollutants and aggressors, but left with a nourished feel that’s never sticky or slippery.

Key Insights

Benefits

5
Anti-Aging
Dark Spot Fading
Evens Skin Tone
Hydration
Soothing

Risks

1
Sulfate

About Cicalfate+ Lips Repair Lip Balm

Overview

Cicalfate+ Lips Repair Lip Balm is a cushioning balm from Avène, a brand based in France. The formula is built mainly around hydration. The ingredient list runs to 22 ingredients, each broken down in full below.

Texture and finish

By its ingredient list the formula reads as moderately cushioned — emollient enough to feel like a cream, without the heaviest occlusives near the top. The oils in it point to a dewy, emollient finish rather than a matte one. Hydration is handled by Glycerin, Beeswax and Butyrospermum Parkii Butter, humectants that pull water into the upper layers of skin rather than sealing it there.

What the formula does

Hydration: High. Ingredients that pull and hold water in the upper layers of skin, and here that comes from Glycerin, Beeswax, Butyrospermum Parkii Butter and Arginine.

Soothing: Moderate. Ingredients aimed at visible redness and reactivity, and here that comes from Avena Sativa Seed Water, Butyrospermum Parkii Butter, Glycyrrhetinic Acid and Tocopherol.

Barrier support: Moderate. Lipids and repair signals that support skin barrier integrity, and here that comes from Butyrospermum Parkii Oil and Butyrospermum Parkii Butter.

Who it suits

On richness alone it suits Balanced skin best, and is the least natural fit for Combination (oily) and Oily skin. Nothing in the list is flagged as a common irritant, which is a reasonable starting point for reactive skin — though a patch test is still the only way to know.

What it does not target

The formula contributes little or nothing on antioxidant protection, oil control, cell renewal and firmness signalling. That is not a fault — most products are not meant to do everything — but if one of those is your priority, this is not the product that will address it.

What is not in it

Reading the full list, the formula is fragrance-free, essential-oil-free, no drying alcohol, paraben-free, silicone-free and microplastic-free. Those claims come from the ingredient list itself, not from the packaging.

Where it fits in a routine

Use it in the morning. In a routine it goes taken with food. Follow the dose on the pack and check interactions with anything you already take.

This summary is generated from the product's ingredient list. It is not a review, it is not the brand's own marketing claims, and it does not replace advice from a dermatologist.

Pros and cons

Drawn purely from the ingredient list

Pros

  • No fragrance or declared allergens
  • No essential oils
  • No drying alcohol
  • Silicone-free
  • No microplastics
  • Strong humectant content for hydration
  • No common irritants flagged in the list

Things to know

  • 6 ingredients could feed malassezia (fungal acne)

Which skin types it suits

Scored on how rich or light the formula reads from its INCI order.

Suitable for

  • Balanced skin

May suit

  • Dry skin
  • Combination (dry) skin

Less suitable for

  • Combination (oily) skin
  • Oily skin

Sensitive skin

No ingredient in this formula carries a common-irritant flag, making it a reasonable option for reactive skin. A patch test is still recommended, as individual skin reactivity varies.

Skin concerns

Based on the curated benefits documented for this product's ingredients.

Helps with

  • Anti-Aging 6 ingredients

    Boosts collagen and cell turnover to reduce fine lines and wrinkles

  • Hydration 6 ingredients

    Attracts and locks in moisture to keep skin plump and dewy

  • Soothing 3 ingredients

    Calms redness, irritation, and inflammation for sensitive skin

  • Dark Spot Fading 1 ingredient

    Fades hyperpigmentation and evens out dark spots over time

  • Evens Skin Tone 1 ingredient

    Brightens and balances complexion for a more uniform appearance

Does not target

Anti-Acne Blackhead Reducing Oil Control Pore Minimizer Smooths Bumpy Skin

None of the ingredients in this formula are associated with these benefits. This is not unusual, as most products are designed to target a limited number of concerns.

Key ingredients

The actives, UV filters and benefit-carrying ingredients in this formula, in the order they are listed.

4th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 2–10% of the formula.

Glycerine ;Glycerol (INN); Glycerol (RIFM); Glycerolum (EP); Glycyl Alcohol; 1,2,3-Propanetriol; 1,2,3-Trihydroxypropane

Hydration Anti-Aging

6th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 2–10% of the formula.

Beeswax absolute (RIFM),Beeswax concrete (RIFM),Beeswax, white (Apis mellifera L.) (RIFM),Bleached Beeswax,Cera Alba (EU),White Beeswax,White Wax,Yellow Wax

Hydration

7th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–5% of the formula.

Butyrospermum Parkii Butter is the fat obtained from the fruit of the Shea Tree, Butyrospernum parkii, Sapotaceae

Anti-Aging Hydration Soothing

12th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–3% of the formula.

L-Arginine

Hydration Anti-Aging

15th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–3% of the formula.

Olean-12-en-29-oic acid, 3-hydroxy-11-oxo-, (3.beta., 20.beta.)-

Soothing Anti-Aging Dark Spot Fading

16th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–3% of the formula.

Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil is the oil expressed from the seeds of the Sunflower, Helianthus annuus L., Compositae

Anti-Aging Hydration

18th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–3% of the formula.

1,2-Dihydroxypentane

Hydration

19th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

3,4-Dihydro-2,5,7,8-tetramethyl-2-(4,8,12-trimethyltridecyl)-2H-benzopyran-6-ol; .alpha.-tocopherol; Vitamin E

Anti-Aging Evens Skin Tone Soothing

Formula analysis

Each axis is scored from the ingredients present and how high up the list they sit.

Hydration High

Ingredients that pull and hold water in the upper layers of skin

Barrier support Moderate

Lipids and repair signals that support skin barrier integrity

Antioxidant support None

Ingredients that mop up free radicals from UV and pollution

Oil control None

Ingredients that moderate sebum or absorb shine

Brightening Low

Ingredients that act on uneven tone and post-inflammatory marks

Soothing Moderate

Ingredients aimed at visible redness and reactivity

Cell renewal None

Retinoids, acids and enzymes that speed surface turnover

Firmness signalling None

Peptides and growth factors that signal for collagen support

What is and is not in it

Read from the full ingredient list. A brand's own claim may differ.

Free from

  • Fragrance-free
  • Essential-oil-free
  • No drying alcohol
  • Paraben-free
  • Silicone-free
  • Microplastic-free
  • Sulfate-free
  • Dye-free

Contains

  • Facial oils

    Ricinus Communis Seed Oil, Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil, Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil

  • Animal-derived ingredients

    Beeswax

What to layer it with

Judged by the same curated rules our routine checker uses. It reads the ingredients, not the label.

Compatible with

  • Vitamin C (L-ascorbic acid)
  • Retinoids (retinol, retinal)
  • AHAs (glycolic, lactic)
  • BHA (salicylic acid)
  • PHAs (gluconolactone)
  • Benzoyl peroxide
  • Azelaic acid
  • Copper peptides
  • Bakuchiol
  • Niacinamide
  • Hyaluronic acid
  • Ceramides
  • Signal peptides
  • Panthenol
  • Sunscreen

Nothing in this formula belongs to a group our rules can put in conflict, so it layers freely. Order still matters — thinnest texture first.

Where it fits in a routine

Morning
  • Follow the dose on the pack and check interactions with anything you already take.

Safety and suitability

Flags to check, not verdicts. None of this is medical advice — if you are pregnant, breastfeeding or treating a skin condition, ask a doctor.

Pregnancy and breastfeeding
Nothing in this formula is on the standard pregnancy-caution list. That is not clearance — ask your doctor about anything you use daily.
Fungal acne (malassezia)
6 ingredients could feed malassezia: Ricinus Communis Seed Oil, Butyrospermum Parkii Oil, Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil, Butyrospermum Parkii Butter, Polyglyceryl-2 Dipolyhydroxystearate, Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil. That is about the yeast's food supply, not a prediction that you will break out.
Sensitive and reactive skin
No ingredient in this formula carries a common-irritant flag, making it a reasonable option for reactive skin. A patch test is still recommended, as individual skin reactivity varies.
Recorded ingredient risks
Sulfate

Ingredients by function

Most ingredients do more than one job, so these counts add up to more than the 22 ingredients on the label.

6
Texture agent

Sets the thickness, spread and stability of the formula

4
Emollient

Softens and smooths by filling gaps between skin cells

3
Solvent

Dissolves and carries everything else

2
Occlusive

Forms a film that slows water loss

2
pH adjuster

Sets the acidity the formula needs to work

2
Preservative

Keeps the product free of microbial growth

1
Antioxidant

Neutralises free radicals from UV and pollution

1
Humectant

Draws water into the upper layers of skin

1
Plant extract

Botanical material, usually for antioxidants or scent

1
Surfactant

Lifts oil and dirt, or holds oil and water together

Ingredient breakdown

Every ingredient on the label, in order, with what it does and roughly how much of it is likely to be there.

Estimated level
10–40%
Confidence
Moderate — INCI order above the 1% line

1st on the list, which puts it at an estimated 10–40% of the formula.

Ricinus Communis Seed Oil is the fixed oil obtained from the seeds of Castor, Ricinus communis, Euphorbiaceae

Estimated level
5–20%
Confidence
Moderate — INCI order above the 1% line
Roles
Solvent

2nd on the list, which puts it at an estimated 5–20% of the formula.

Avena Sativa Seed Water is an aqueous solution of the steam distillates obtained from the seeds of Avena sativa.

Estimated level
5–20%
Confidence
Moderate — INCI order above the 1% line
Roles
Emollient

3rd on the list, which puts it at an estimated 5–20% of the formula.

Butyrospermum Parkii Oil is the liquid fraction obtained from the Shea TreeButyrospernum parkii, Sapotaceae

4 Glycerin Humectant
Estimated level
2–10%
Confidence
Moderate — INCI order above the 1% line
Roles
Humectant, Occlusive, Texture agent, Solvent

4th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 2–10% of the formula.

Glycerine ;Glycerol (INN); Glycerol (RIFM); Glycerolum (EP); Glycyl Alcohol; 1,2,3-Propanetriol; 1,2,3-Trihydroxypropane

Hydration Anti-Aging
6 scientific references
  • Journal of Pharmaceutical Investigation, March 2021, pages 223-231
  • International Journal of Toxicology, November/December 2019, Volume 38, Supplement 3, pages 6S-22S
  • International Journal of Cosmetic Science, August 2016, ePublication
  • British Journal of Dermatology, July 2008, pages 23-34
  • Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, June 2007, pages 75-82
  • Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences, June 2003, pages 7, 360-7, 365
Estimated level
2–10%
Confidence
Moderate — INCI order above the 1% line
Roles
Emollient

5th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 2–10% of the formula.

Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil is the fixed oil expressed or extracted from seeds of the desert shrub, Jojoba, Simmondsia chinensis, Buxaceae

6 Beeswax Texture agent
Estimated level
2–10%
Confidence
Moderate — INCI order above the 1% line
Roles
Texture agent

6th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 2–10% of the formula.

Beeswax absolute (RIFM),Beeswax concrete (RIFM),Beeswax, white (Apis mellifera L.) (RIFM),Bleached Beeswax,Cera Alba (EU),White Beeswax,White Wax,Yellow Wax

Hydration
8 scientific references
  • Supercharged Hydration
  • How Hyaluronic Acid Benefits Skin
  • What is Dehydrated Skin & How to Choose the Best Products
  • What Your Moisturizer Must Contain
  • Moisturizer Myths You Should Stop Believing Now
  • The Benefits of Glycerin in Skin Care
  • The Best Face Oils for Skin
  • How Facial Oils Help Skin
Estimated level
1–5%
Confidence
Moderate — INCI order above the 1% line
Roles
Texture agent

7th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–5% of the formula.

Butyrospermum Parkii Butter is the fat obtained from the fruit of the Shea Tree, Butyrospernum parkii, Sapotaceae

Anti-Aging Hydration Soothing
3 scientific references
  • Journal of Clinical and Aesthetic Dermatology, June 2011, pages 45-55
  • Journal of Agricultural and Food Chemistry, October 2003, pages 6, 268-6, 273
  • Journal of Allergy and Clinical Immunology, February 2009, page S41
Estimated level
1–5%
Confidence
Moderate — INCI order above the 1% line

8th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–5% of the formula.

Octadecanoic acid, 12-hydroxy-, homopolymer, ester with oxybis(propanediol)

Estimated level
1–5%
Confidence
Moderate — INCI order above the 1% line
Roles
Texture agent

9th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–5% of the formula.

1-Octadecanaminium, N,N-dimethyl-N-octadecyl-, chloride, reaction products with hectorite

10 Magnesium Sulfate Texture agent
Estimated level
1–5%
Confidence
Moderate — INCI order above the 1% line
Roles
Texture agent

10th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–5% of the formula.

Magnesium sulphate

Sulfate
Estimated level
1–3%
Confidence
Moderate — INCI order above the 1% line
Roles
Occlusive, Plant extract

11th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–3% of the formula.

Aquaphilus Dolomiae Ferment Filtrate is a filtrate of the product obtained by the fermentation of the growth media by the microorganism, Aquaphilus dolomiae.

Estimated level
1–3%
Confidence
Moderate — INCI order above the 1% line

12th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–3% of the formula.

L-Arginine

Hydration Anti-Aging
6 scientific references
  • Biobased Surfactants (Second Edition), 2019, pages 413-445
  • Scientific Reports, February 2016, pages 1-10
  • Cosmetic Ingredient Review, October 2012, pages 1-35
  • Journal of Advanced Research, July 2010, pages 169–177
  • International Journal of Cosmetic Science, April 2005, page 139
  • Wound Repair and Regeneration, November-December 2003, pages 419-423
13 Benzoic Acid Preservative
Estimated level
1–3%
Confidence
Moderate — INCI order above the 1% line
Roles
Preservative, pH adjuster

13th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–3% of the formula.

Benzoic acid

14 Caprylyl Glycol Emollient
Estimated level
1–3%
Confidence
Moderate — INCI order above the 1% line
Roles
Emollient

14th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–3% of the formula.

Octane-1,2-diol

Estimated level
1–3%
Confidence
Moderate — INCI order above the 1% line

15th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–3% of the formula.

Olean-12-en-29-oic acid, 3-hydroxy-11-oxo-, (3.beta., 20.beta.)-

Soothing Anti-Aging Dark Spot Fading
Estimated level
1–3%
Confidence
Moderate — INCI order above the 1% line
Roles
Emollient

16th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–3% of the formula.

Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil is the oil expressed from the seeds of the Sunflower, Helianthus annuus L., Compositae

Anti-Aging Hydration
4 scientific references
  • Pediatric Dermatology, August 2018, ePublication; and January-February 2013, pages 42-50
  • Chemicke Zvesti, May 2018, pages 2, 607-2, 615
  • International Journal of Molecular Sciences, December 2017, ePublication
  • Dermatology, October 2014, pages 230-239
Estimated level
1–3%
Confidence
Moderate — INCI order above the 1% line

17th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–3% of the formula.

Decanoic acid, 2-hydroxy-, (DL)-

Estimated level
1–3%
Confidence
Moderate — INCI order above the 1% line
Roles
Solvent

18th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–3% of the formula.

1,2-Dihydroxypentane

Hydration
4 scientific references
  • https://thedermreviewcom/pentylene-glycol/
  • Regulatory Toxicology and Pharmacology, July 2017, pages 106-111
  • Prospector, June 2015, ePublication
  • International Journal of Toxicology, October 2012, pages 147S-168S
19 Tocopherol Antioxidant
Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line
Roles
Antioxidant

19th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

3,4-Dihydro-2,5,7,8-tetramethyl-2-(4,8,12-trimethyltridecyl)-2H-benzopyran-6-ol; .alpha.-tocopherol; Vitamin E

Anti-Aging Evens Skin Tone Soothing
4 scientific references
  • Journal or Agricultural and Food Chemistry, June 2010, pages 7013-7020
  • Journal of Investigative Dermatology, November 2001, pages 1212-1217
  • Canadian Family Physician, July 2006, pages 855-856
  • Dermatologic Surgery, April 1999, pages 311-315
20 Tromethamine pH adjuster
Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line
Roles
pH adjuster

20th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

1,3-Propanediol, 2-amino-2-(hydroxymethyl)-

21 Xanthan Gum Surfactant
Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line
Roles
Surfactant, Texture agent

21st on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

Xanthan gum

22 Zinc Sulfate Preservative
Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line
Roles
Preservative

22nd on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

Zinc sulphate

Sulfate

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Frequently asked questions

What ingredients are in Cicalfate+ Lips Repair Lip Balm?

RICINUS COMMUNIS SEED OIL, AVENA SATIVA SEED WATER, BUTYROSPERMUM PARKII OIL, GLYCERIN, SIMMONDSIA CHINENSIS SEED OIL, BEESWAX, BUTYROSPERMUM PARKII BUTTER, POLYGLYCERYL-2 DIPOLYHYDROXYSTEARATE, DISTEARDIMONIUM HECTORITE, MAGNESIUM SULFATE, AQUAPHILUS DOLOMIAE FERMENT FILTRATE, ARGININE, BENZOIC ACID, CAPRYLYL GLYCOL, GLYCYRRHETINIC ACID, HELIANTHUS ANNUUS SEED OIL, HYDROXYCAPRIC ACID, PENTYLENE GLYCOL, TOCOPHEROL, TROMETHAMINE, XANTHAN GUM, ZINC SULFATE.

How do I use Cicalfate+ Lips Repair Lip Balm?

Apply to lips as often as needed.

What skin types is Cicalfate+ Lips Repair Lip Balm good for?

Judged on how rich the formula reads from its ingredient list, it suits Balanced skin best. It is the least natural fit for Combination (oily), Oily skin.

Is Cicalfate+ Lips Repair Lip Balm good for sensitive skin?

No ingredient in this formula carries a common-irritant flag, making it a reasonable option for reactive skin. A patch test is still recommended, as individual skin reactivity varies.

Is Cicalfate+ Lips Repair Lip Balm fungal acne safe?

6 ingredients could feed malassezia: Ricinus Communis Seed Oil, Butyrospermum Parkii Oil, Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil, Butyrospermum Parkii Butter, Polyglyceryl-2 Dipolyhydroxystearate, Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil. That describes the yeast's food supply, not a prediction that they will cause a breakout.

Can I use Cicalfate+ Lips Repair Lip Balm while pregnant?

Nothing in this formula is on the standard pregnancy-caution list. That is not medical clearance — check anything you use daily with your doctor or midwife.

Is Cicalfate+ Lips Repair Lip Balm fragrance free?

Yes. Reading the full ingredient list, this formula is fragrance-free.

Does Cicalfate+ Lips Repair Lip Balm contain alcohol?

No. Reading the full ingredient list, this formula is no drying alcohol.

Is Cicalfate+ Lips Repair Lip Balm silicone free?

Yes. Reading the full ingredient list, this formula is silicone-free.

Does Cicalfate+ Lips Repair Lip Balm contain essential oils?

No. Reading the full ingredient list, this formula is essential-oil-free.

Is Cicalfate+ Lips Repair Lip Balm paraben free?

Yes. Reading the full ingredient list, this formula is paraben-free.

What can I layer with Cicalfate+ Lips Repair Lip Balm?

It layers well with Vitamin C (L-ascorbic acid), Retinoids (retinol, retinal), AHAs (glycolic, lactic), BHA (salicylic acid), PHAs (gluconolactone), Benzoyl peroxide.

When should I apply Cicalfate+ Lips Repair Lip Balm?

Use it in the morning, taken with food.

How many ingredients does Cicalfate+ Lips Repair Lip Balm have?

It lists 22 ingredients, of which 0 are recorded as actives.

Who makes Cicalfate+ Lips Repair Lip Balm?

Avène, a brand based in France.

Brand
Avène
Country
France

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