celimax *renewal* Cica Niacinamide AC Calming Serum 40ml

🌿 Product Overview

Celimax The Real Cica Niacinamide AC Calming Serum is a lightweight, oil‑free serum featuring a potent blend of plant‑based soothing ingredients—primarily Centella Asiatica extract (around 64–75%)—formulated to calm redness, boost healing, regulate oil, and hydrate the skin 

The serum delivers hydration without greasiness, absorbing quickly to leave a fresh, dewy finish. Its clean formula is free from artificial fragrances, colorants, sulfates, and parabens—making it suitable for sensitive and acne‑prone skin 

✅ Key Benefits

• Soothes & Calms Irritation: High concentration of Centella-derived actives (madecassoside, asiaticoside, etc.) supports redness relief and barrier repair 

• Controls Sebum & Prevents Pigmentation: Niacinamide (5%) reduces oiliness, minimizes pore appearance, helps fade post-acne marks, and smooths texture 

• Deep Hydration with Hyaluronic Complex: Includes sodium hyaluronate, hydrolyzed HA, and acetylated hyaluronate for long-lasting hydration without heaviness 

• Multi-Plant Anti-Inflammatory Blend: Complex of rosemary, chamomile, licorice, buckwheat, and other botanicals (MultiEx BSASM®) combats inflammation and bacteria, good for rosacea-prone and enlarged‑pore skin 

• Supports Barrier Repair: Panthenol, trehalose, beta‑glucan, green tea, and allantoin further reinforce protective skin layers while moisturizing 

🧪 Ingredient Highlights

• Centella Asiatica Extract (64–75%) with madecassoside, asiatic acid, madecassic acid, asiaticoside.

• Niacinamide (5%), glycerin, butylene glycol.

• Hydration Trio: Sodium Hyaluronate, Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid, Sodium Acetylated Hyaluronate.

• MultiEx BSASM® herbal complex (rosemary, licorice, chamomile, etc.).

• Repair & Calmers: Panthenol, Trehalose, Beta‑Glucan, Allantoin, Green Tea extract 

Full ingredient lists are broadly consistent across official sellers and regional variants.

🧼 Texture & Feel

• Very light, watery‑gel texture.

• Absorbs quickly, leaves a fresh watery or dewy finish.

• Not sticky—but some oily or combination skin users find one or two additional hydrating layers may be needed 

👥 Who Would Benefit?

Ideal for:

• Acne‑prone, oily, combination, sensitive, or reactive skin.

• Individuals seeking sebum control, redness reduction, post‑acne mark prevention, and hydration in a non‑greasy form.

Caution for:

• Those with very dry skin may find it insufficient alone; layering with a richer moisturizer is recommended.

• Users sensitive to Centella Asiatica, as some report itchiness or reactions 

🗣️ Feedback from Real Users

• Many users report it’s a beautiful, gentle serum especially suitable alongside stronger actives like retinol or dapsone. A typical routine: serum on damp skin before retinoid, then moisturizer 

• It’s praised for soothing breakouts and fading acne marks, especially on sensitive, acne‑prone or hormonal skin 

• Some experienced minimal hydration or subtle effects, noting they felt it did “nothing special” on their skin 

• A few users reported breakouts linked to centella sensitivity or comedogenic ingredients like shea/olive oil (more common in the noni versions than this one) 

🕒 How to Use

1. Cleanse and tone skin.

2. On damp skin, apply 1–2 pumps (or 2–3 drops) of serum.

3. Gently pat until absorbed.

4. Follow with moisturizer. At night, apply before retinoids if used 

⚠️ Limitations & Considerations

• Small bottle size—many users say it runs out quickly due to lightweight consistency Offers moderate hydration; dry skin types may want additional moisturizers.

• Centella sensitivity is possible; patch testing first is advisable.

• Reviews vary: while many love it, others found minimal benefit or no change.

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