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La Roche-Posay Cicaplast Balm B5 – 100ml Barrier Repair Cream

La Roche-Posay
3.6
Derm-trusted cica repair balm for sensitive skin
$24.73 → As of Jul 13, 2026
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01 / Spec

Top features

Key ActivesPanthenol (B5), Madecassoside (Centella Asiatica), Shea Butter, Tribioma (Prebiotic Complex)
FormatBalm / Cream
Size100ml / 3.38 fl oz

La Roche-Posay Cicaplast Balm B5 is a fragrance-free, multi-purpose barrier-repair cream formulated with panthenol (provitamin B5), madecassoside (centella asiatica), shea butter, and Tribioma (a prebiotic complex). The texture is rich yet non-greasy, designed to soothe and hydrate dry, irritated, and cracked skin across the face, body, lips, and hands. Marketed for 11 different dry skin conditions—including eczema, chafing, and diaper rash—and suitable for infants (1 week+) through adults. Accepted by the National Eczema Association and tested post-laser procedures. Positioned as a dermatologist-trusted everyday repair balm for sensitive and reactive skin.

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Why it's hot

La Roche-Posay derm staple: soothing cica balm, multi-use, eczema-safe.

  • Value for money 77
  • Review rating & velocity 81
  • Community sentiment 93
  • Brand reputation 99
  • Search heat 88
  • Est. return & defect rate 90
03 / Verdict

Pros & cons

Pros

  • Madecassoside + panthenol + prebiotic complex
  • Fragrance-free, eczema-safe, baby-safe
  • Multi-use: face, body, lips, hands, post-procedure
  • Accepted by National Eczema Association
  • Rich but non-greasy texture
  • Strong brand reputation in dermatology

Cons

  • Premium price point ($24.73 vs. drugstore alternatives)
  • 100ml tube is modest for intensive daily use
  • Can feel occlusive on very oily skin types
  • Prebiotic benefits less-proven than centella alone
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Closest rival La Roche-Posay Cicaplast Balm B5 (Pack of 2)
La Roche-Posay Cicaplast Balm B5 (Pack of 2)
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Barrier Repair
Calms irritation & speeds barrier repair Best repair Calms irritation & locks barrier
Barrier Actives
Panthenol + madecassoside + ceramides Panthenol + petrolatum base (no centella)
Texture & Feel
Rich yet absorbs, non-greasy Rich, occlusive, visible sheen
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