Name: The Real Cica Niacinamide AC Calming Serum
Brand: celimax
Rating: 4.63 (219 reviews)

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The Real Cica Niacinamide AC Calming Serum

Not Moisturizing

No Whitening Effect

Feels Harsh on Skin

Disrupts Oil-Moisture Balance

Not Rich

Doesn't Increase Elasticity

Too Watery

Soothing

Lightweight

Easily Absorbed

Refreshing

Not Irritating

Hydrating

Clears Breakouts

I apply this after using a beauty device or air shot. Targeting the pores before application really enhances the synergy of the product.

There are no downsides. It's become my holy grail product. I'm so grateful! For those with combination dehydrated skin like mine, you absolutely must try this. There's nothing to complain about.

As someone with combination dehydrated skin, I tried this because I heard niacinamide helps control sebum and reduces oiliness. It's absolutely true! Before, after my night care routine, I'd wake up with an oily T-zone, especially around my nose. Now, there's barely any oil on my T-zone, and just a slight bit around my nose. Even this improvement is amazing, and I think I'll use this product forever. It even helps fade acne scars and blemish marks!

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There were hardly any downsides to mention! It's truly an excellent product, and I wholeheartedly recommend it.

The absorption is incredibly good, and it applies so smoothly. I bought two bottles, and I've almost finished the second one after using up the first. When applied, it makes my skin feel firm and hydrated. I highly recommend it!

It feels a bit too lightweight for my liking. Generally, this seems to be the case with most Celimax products. Since heavier products tend to cause breakouts for me, I just carry this around and apply it around my mouth area several times after lunch and dinner.

It's very gentle on the skin. I found it even more pleasant to use than the noni ampoule. It's less sticky and perfect for summer use.

So far, I haven't found anything to complain about. However, since I have sensitive skin, my skin's condition can change depending on its overall state. I'll keep using it consistently and update my review later.

As someone with super sensitive skin, I used this without any blemishes appearing and it felt refreshing. It absorbs well without any sticky feeling, leaving my skin clean and smooth.

Despite being a spot treatment serum and finishing an entire bottle, I didn't see any dramatic results. Maybe there was a slight fading effect, but nothing significant.

The all-in-one pump design made it so convenient to use! It absorbed instantly, making it easy to apply multiple layers. The hydration it provides is excellent!

While I think it works well, the product seemed to run out faster than I expected.

I bought this after seeing an ad, and it's not bad for the price. It's easy to use alongside other serums.

In my experience, it didn't really help calm my blemishes as much as I had hoped.

As someone with oily skin, I find the texture absorbs well and doesn't seem to make my skin greasy.

There's nothing particularly disappointing about it, but it's not exceptionally great either. It's just a completely average product.

It's reasonably priced when on sale and absorbs incredibly fast. The effectiveness on blemish care is a bit ambiguous though.

I bought it to boost hydration, but I didn't really feel like it added much moisture.

It's perfect for applying lightly after toner and before cream. I love that it's fragrance-free.

1.May disappoint if expecting instant results
•Consistency is key for blemish care!
•Difficult to expect significant changes in just a day or two

2.Hydration might be slightly lacking for dry skin
•As this product is designed as a lightweight serum,
dry skin types may need to layer with a moisturizing cream or oil

3.Depending on skin type, occasional tingling sensation may occur
•Especially on sensitive days, it's best to skip for 1-2 days

Texture & Feel
•Transparent, lightweight watery gel texture
Though fluid, it doesn't run and spreads smoothly on contact with skin, absorbing quickly.
•Application is incredibly gentle, allowing for multiple layers without pilling and leaving a fresh finish.
•Neither slippery nor sticky, making it suitable for oily and combination skin types without feeling heavy

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Key Benefits & Features
1.Targeted Formula for Blemish Care
•Contains 5% Niacinamide → Brightening + Reduces pigmentation + Balances oil and moisture
•Experience gradual clearing of redness and dull marks left on the skin.
2.Definite Soothing Effect
•4 Centella Asiatica (Cica) complex ingredients + Madecassoside →
Gently calms sensitive skin and aids in quick recovery after blemish soothing.
3.Texture Refinement + Elasticity
•Contains Panthenol, Allantoin, and Hyaluronic Acid for
hydration + skin texture improvement + irritation relief all at once

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Noticeable Skin Changes
•While no major changes in a day or two,
consistent use for over 2 weeks shows subtle lightening of pigmentation and clearer skin.
•For those prone to dark blemish marks,
it seems to fade them faster than usual,
and skin texture becomes smoother with reduced deep dryness.
•Rather than instant brightening, it's closer to a natural, healthy glow.

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Ingredients & Irritation Level
•Mostly EWG Green grade ingredients + Fragrance-free + No artificial colorants
•Dermatologist tested + Low irritation tested
→ Suitable even for sensitive skin!
•Almost fragrance-free, making it especially suitable for sensitive skin types.

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Overall Review
•Recommended for:
•Those concerned with blemish marks & pigmentation
•Oily/combination skin seeking daily gentle brightening+soothing care
•Those with oily skin looking for a refreshing blemish serum
•When skin feels rough and dull, and you want a light, translucent glow

•Not recommended for:
•Extremely dry skin preferring rich, intensive hydration
•Those expecting instant tone-up/brightening
•Skin needing a rich texture, highly moisturizing serum

As this is a moisture-focused product, it would be good to use a cream that provides oil content together with it.

This serum has good absorbency and a refreshing feel, so it would be great to use in the summer.

Using it daily can not only improve blemishes and acne, but also provide overall skin brightening effects.

The formula is highly moisturizing. As it is a serum-like formula without much oil, using this alone may cause dryness. Please use a cream together.

💕 5% Niacinamide
💕 Centella Asiatica Extract
💕 Recommended for acne-prone skin and blemished skin

The 5% niacinamide content is effective for improving acne-prone skin, and the whitening effect helps improve blemish marks. It also contains a high concentration of Centella Asiatica extract, making it gentle to use on the skin. It's recommended to use niacinamide together with other vitamins or retinol for a synergistic effect.

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