5 beauty editor-approved ways to use La Roche-Posay Cicaplast Baume B5+

There are a few products in life that you simply can’t have enough of - you need one in your handbag, in your car, by your bed, at your desk, the list goes on and on. Why, you ask? Because some formulas are not only essential at all times of the day, but useful for all types of concerns.

For me, a multipurpose, hydrating, and soothing balm always tops my ‘need it with me, no matter what’ list, because my skin doesn’t know/care if I’m at the office/at home/at the movies - it just knows it needs help. When it’s looking for said help, I like to load it up with La Roche-Posay Cicaplast Baume B5+ ($24.95 at La Roche-Posay). It’s not just an ‘everyday’ product for me; it’s a ‘multiple times a day’ one. As for the variety of concerns this overachiever can help with, let me tell you about a few…

#1: To hit skin with intense moisture

I like to dub myself ‘the most dehydrated gal on the planet’, so moisture top-ups need to be both frequent and effective. La Roche-Posay Cicaplast Baume B5+ provides the intense hydration boost I’m always searching for, and not just for my face, either - my hands (plus areas such as elbows and knees) get just as parched, so I prefer to use it head to toe for maximum moisture. I also personally like to keep a tube on my nightstand for a before-bed foot massage/hydration application, and I advise trying the same if you want your soles to be as silky as everywhere else. The hydrating results Cicaplast Baume B5+ delivers are always top tier, and it’s really no surprise, considering La Roche-Posay is the number one skin care brand recommended by dermatologists*. It’s about real results, and real relief, and I for one, am real grateful.

#2: To visibly reduce redness

Some people may wake up or emerge from the shower looking fresh, but personally, I can look very flushed. Luckily, my beloved Cicaplast Baume B5+ is there for me in that department as well. It offers colour correcting benefits, reducing the visible redness taking over my face well enough for me to start on foundation just a few minutes later. On days I’m going makeup-free, I even apply a little extra every few hours whilst on the go to keep enduring redness at bay. I can also speak to its non-greasy texture and speedy absorption rate, because I’m never left with white cast or marks, even if I’m literally swiping it on as I walk into the shops. Instead, my skin is left calm and flush-free even sans coverage - exactly the goal!

#3: To address post-acne marks

All-over redness isn’t the only type of flush this trusty product helps with. Another fun aspect of dealing with a sensitive skin type is that I can get a blemish from almost anything that isn’t specifically designed for my skin type, so redness and acne marks are just part of the deal. The La Roche-Posay Cicaplast Baume B5+ is dermatologically tested for sensitive skin and a reliable redness reducer when it comes to post-acne marks - I spot-treat onto specific zones whenever I’m dealing with a breakout or trying to reduce post-acne pigmentation, and I’m always impressed by the speed with which it calms the skin (and the welcome feeling of comfort it provides).

#4: To combat skin discomfort

Speaking of comfort, skin discomfort is all too real, and anyone with a sensitive skin type or experience with irritation knows the struggle of everything from visibly rough areas to all-over discomfort. But don’t worry; La Roche-Posay Cicaplast Baume B5+ is designed to help here too. Whether your discomfort is stemming from sunburn, a recent tattoo, a procedure (think: chemical peels), hair removal, or just from being alive and having skin (ahem, me!), the formula is ready to provide relief. After all, ensuring intense hydration (which is a friend to any type of inflammation) and soothing dry, irritated areas is its specialty. FYI, it can also be used on babies’ skin from three months old, so it’s even gentle enough for your little one.

#5: To support the skin barrier

Now I don’t doubt that you’re already convinced this product is worthy of MVP status (most versatile product, of course), but you may still be wondering how it’s able to address so many concerns at once. The formula actually uses a multi-targeted approach to power its multipurpose benefits. Firstly, it leverages the power of microbiome science, with the introduction of a unique prebiotic complex called tribioma, which works to rebalance the microbiome and maintain pH levels of the skin. Secondly, a soothing ingredient called madecassoside promotes skin recovery and renewal (essential!). And last but certainly not least, if you value skin barrier support (and I know you do), vitamin B5 (AKA panthenol, at an impressive 5 per cent), is also in the mix to make sure the skin moisture barrier is receiving all the support it needs.

*AplusA Healthcare Market Research, Dermatologist barometer survey, Australian dermocosmetic market, January to May 2023.