Name: Madecassoside Cica Balm
Brand: A'pieu
Rating: 3.99 (88 reviews)

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Madecassoside Cica Balm

Small Size

Hard to Control Amount

Oily

Gel Formula

Causes Breakouts

Heavy

Doesn’t Go On Smoothly

Clears Breakouts

Affordable

Soothing

Easily Absorbed

Hydrating

Bouncy Texture

Pleasant Scent

I suppose it's the price that's the issue. Also, the thick texture and the mess that occurs when opening, squeezing, and closing the tube are drawbacks

It's a bit challenging to apply due to its thick consistency, but the moisturizing effect is excellent

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Not just for spot treatment, but if you mist your face and then thinly apply and let it absorb, your skin becomes supple. Even when you wake up in the morning, there's a glow without any excess oil.

It would be great if they could make a larger size of the balm!!!

The small size has made it a habit for me to always pack it when I'm flying. Personally, I've tried all sorts of gel creams and ampoules, but I keep coming back to this balm!

As I mentioned, the thick consistency was quite disappointing. I wouldn't recommend this to those who, like me, prefer a more water-like texture.

As someone with combination skin and atopic tendencies, I have oily areas in my T-zone and butterfly zone, while other parts are quite dry. When I used this product, I found its soothing effect to be truly excellent. However, I wasn't particularly fond of its slightly thick texture. The sticky feeling was a bit bothersome. Apart from that, I liked it.

As someone with dry skin, it felt too drying to use in winter. Those with dry skin might want to save this for summer use.

I'm pleasantly surprised by how well it absorbs. It's also great that I can use it on my blemishes without any major issues.

I usually only get pustular acne, but after using this once, I immediately got small bumps... 

The more I used it, the more I felt my skin calming down. There was no tightness or burning sensation, and I thought the application felt really nice... But at the same time, those small blemishes kept appearing, so I eventually had to stop using it. Such a shame...

I tried this Apieu Madecassoside line because it's super popular, has good reviews, and is affordable. However, it feels like it creates a film after application, so it's not suitable for oily skin types to use all over the face (especially for blemish-prone skin). 

It's a bit heavy for a hydrating cream, but too light to be a moisturizing cream - more like an ointment texture. 

Right after applying it, I thought, 'If I put this all over my face, my pores will get clogged and I'll break out.' So I only applied a thin layer on slightly dry areas before bed. It definitely provides moisture - my skin, which is always dry in winter, felt more comfortable.

I'm not sure about its soothing effects. Even when I applied it to irritated skin, it didn't do much... There's no dramatic improvement.

I loved how it wasn't sticky and had just the right balance of richness and hydration! It's so easy to use, making it my holy grail product.

There's nothing to dislike. The price is incredibly reasonable, and the ingredients are great too.

I really love this! It has just the right amount of oil and moisture. When mixed with centella powder, it's perfect for spot treatment.

It didn't really help with my blemishes. I bought it because a friend said it worked wonders, but I'm not sure about its effectiveness for me.

It has a non-sticky gel-like texture. It feels a bit rich, so I wouldn't recommend it for those with oily skin. Since my forehead is the only oily part, I apply it only to my cheeks. The madecassoside ingredient is great for blemishes.

Unfortunately, it felt too greasy and sticky when applied, which was disappointing.

I used this as both a soothing cream and a moisturizer, and it worked really well for my skin. The hydration is great, but what impressed me most was its effectiveness in calming my skin. When I had some blemishes for a few days, consistently applying this cream helped them disappear!

To be honest, I didn't see significant results in reducing blemishes...

This cica balm truly felt like a medicinal ointment, with excellent hydration that left my skin feeling firm and moisturized when applied. Despite its rich texture, it absorbed well, making it a versatile product suitable for use in any season!

After applying, it felt a bit greasy on my face and left an oily sensation. It didn't seem to have much effect on blemishes. I don't think products like cica derma work well for me.

It didn't leave my skin feeling dry when I used it in winter. I think it would be great for those with dry skin.

When applied as the final step in my morning skincare routine before makeup, it can feel a bit heavy. If you don't pat it in thoroughly for absorption, it can leave a slippery feeling. I bought it mainly to lock in moisture at the end of my routine, especially since it's affordable. However, don't expect too much - I've been using it consistently, but it hasn't made any noticeable difference in fading old acne scars or similar issues.

I apply this religiously morning and night. My skin used to feel extremely tight after cleansing, and sometimes even itchy. But when I finish with this cream, the next morning after rinsing with water, my skin feels silky smooth with a lingering moisturized sensation. When I have blemishes, I slather on a generous amount before bed. While it doesn't work miracles, it does seem to have a somewhat calming effect.

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