Medik8 Daily Radiance Vitamin C™ vs La Roche-Posay Cicaplast Balm B5 UV SPF 50

Medik8

La Roche-Posay

A moisturizer with spf built around Vitamin C derivative and Vitamin C, for barrier repair and smoothing.

A moisturizer with spf built around Panthenol and Centella asiatica, for hydration and barrier repair.

Moisturizer with SPF

33 ingredients

Brand price

GBP 62.00 · checked 8 Oct 2026 · brand's site

Brand price

USD 19.99 · checked 25 Sept 2026 · brand's site

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Brand from France

At a Glance

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Chemical sunscreen3
Organic UV filters that absorb UV and release it as heat.
Bis-Ethylhexyloxyphenol Methoxyphenyl Triazine, Diethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl Benzoate, Ethylhexyl Triazone
Fatty alcohol1
Waxy fatty alcohols used as emollients and thickeners; unrelated to drying alcohol.
Cetearyl Alcohol
Sunscreen3
Any ingredient acting as a UV filter.
Bis-Ethylhexyloxyphenol Methoxyphenyl Triazine, Diethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl Benzoate, Ethylhexyl Triazone
Vitamin E1
Tocopherols — fat-soluble antioxidants.
Tocopheryl Acetate

Panthenol (provitamin B5)1
Provitamin B5 — a humectant and soother.
Panthenol
Centella asiatica (Cica)1
Centella asiatica (cica), used to calm irritation.
Madecassoside
Polysorbates (Tween emulsifiers)1
Polysorbate (Tween) emulsifiers.
Polysorbate 60
AHA1
Alpha hydroxy acids — water-soluble chemical exfoliants.
Citric Acid

Hydrating7
Boosts hydration and relieves dry, tight skin.
Butyrospermum Parkii Butter, Dimethicone, Glycerin, Mannose, Panthenol, Petrolatum, Propanediol
Barrier Repair7
Strengthens and restores the skin's natural barrier.
Butyrospermum Parkii Butter, Caprylyl Glycol, Dimethicone, Glycerin, Oryza Sativa Bran Wax, Panthenol, Petrolatum
Reduces Irritation2
Eases discomfort and supports skin resilience.
Madecassoside, Panthenol
Redness Reducing1
Soothes visible redness and calms irritation.
Madecassoside

May Trigger Acne1
Can clog pores or trigger breakouts.
Cetearyl Alcohol
May Worsen Seborrheic Dermatitis6
May feed the yeast involved in seborrheic dermatitis.
Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer, C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate, Cetearyl Alcohol, Cetearyl Glucoside, Coco-Glucoside, Tetrahexyldecyl Ascorbate
May Worsen Keratosis Pilaris1
May clog follicles or strip skin prone to keratosis pilaris.
Cetearyl Alcohol
May Worsen Irritation9
May cause stinging, redness or sensitivity.
Citral, Citronellol, Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Fruit Oil, Citrus Grandis Peel Oil, Citrus Limon Peel Oil, Geraniol, Limonene, Linalool, Pelargonium Graveolens Flower Oil

May Trigger Acne3
Can clog pores or trigger breakouts.
Sorbitan Isostearate, Steareth-2, Steareth-20
May Worsen Seborrheic Dermatitis9
May feed the yeast involved in seborrheic dermatitis.
Butyloctyl Salicylate, Butyrospermum Parkii Butter, C12-22 Alkyl Acrylate/Hydroxyethylacrylate Copolymer, Oryza Sativa Bran Wax, Polyhydroxystearic Acid, Polysorbate 60, Sorbitan Isostearate, Steareth-2, Steareth-20
May Worsen Keratosis Pilaris3
May clog follicles or strip skin prone to keratosis pilaris.
Sorbitan Isostearate, Steareth-2, Steareth-20
May Worsen Oily Skin2
May increase shine or excess oil.
Butyrospermum Parkii Butter, Petrolatum

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Aqua
Solvent
0 / —
Tetrahexyldecyl Ascorbate
Antioxidant
- Fatty alcohols (Malassezia)
- Vitamin C
- Vitamin C derivative (stable)
- Antioxidant
- Brightening
- Dark Spots
- May Worsen Seborrheic Dermatitis
Diethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl Benzoate
UV Filter
- Chemical sunscreen
- Sunscreen
- Sun Protection
Dibutyl Adipate
Emollient
Dimethicone (in both products)
Emollient
1 / 0
- Silicones
- Barrier Repair
- Hydrating
- Smoothing
Ethylhexyl Triazone
UV Filter
0-1 / —
- Chemical sunscreen
- Sunscreen
- Sun Protection
Bis-Ethylhexyloxyphenol Methoxyphenyl Triazine
UV Filter
- Chemical sunscreen
- Sunscreen
- Sun Protection
C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate
Emollient
- Fatty alcohols (Malassezia)
- May Worsen Seborrheic Dermatitis
Dicaprylyl Carbonate
Emollient
Cetearyl Alcohol
Emollient
2 / 1
- Fatty alcohol
- Fatty alcohols (Malassezia)
- May Trigger Acne
- May Worsen Keratosis Pilaris
- May Worsen Seborrheic Dermatitis

Water
Skin Conditioning
Glycerin (in both products)
Humectant
0 / 0
- Possibly animal-derived
- Hydrating
Propanediol
Viscosity Controlling
0-1 / —
- Hydrating
Petrolatum
Emollient
0 / —
- Plant or mineral oil
- Barrier Repair
- Hydrating
- May Worsen Oily Skin
Butyloctyl Salicylate
Skin Conditioning
- Fatty alcohols (Malassezia)
- May Worsen Seborrheic Dermatitis
Panthenol
Skin Conditioning
0 / 0
- Panthenol (provitamin B5)
- Barrier Repair
- Hydrating
- Reduces Irritation
Dimethicone (in both products)
Emollient
1 / 0
- Silicones
- Barrier Repair
- Hydrating
- Smoothing
Butyrospermum Parkii Butter
Skin Conditioning
- Plant oils and butters (coconut, olive, shea)
- Plant or mineral oil
- Barrier Repair
- Hydrating
- May Worsen Oily Skin
- May Worsen Seborrheic Dermatitis
Steareth-20
Cleansing
2 / 1
- Fatty alcohols (Malassezia)
- May Trigger Acne
- May Worsen Keratosis Pilaris
- May Worsen Seborrheic Dermatitis
Cellulose
Viscosity Controlling
0-1 / —

These ingredients are found in both products.

Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.

Dimethicone
Antifoaming, Skin Conditioning, Emollient, Skin Protecting
Dimethicone is a silicone.
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Glycerin
Denaturant, Fragrance, Hair Conditioning, Humectant, Oral Care, Perfuming, Humectant, Skin Protecting, Solvent, Viscosity Controlling
Glycerin may be plant, synthetic or animal depending on the supplier.
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Hydroxyacetophenone
Antioxidant
Hydroxyacetophenone is the organic compound
Learn more about Hydroxyacetophenone →