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First Aid Beauty

A spot treatment built around Centella asiatica and Hyaluronic acid, for hydration and barrier repair.

A spot treatment built around AHA, for barrier repair and pollution defence.

Spot treatment

36 ingredients

19 ingredients

Brand price

USD 9.50 · checked 26 Sept 2026 · brand's site

Brand price

USD 39.00 · checked 26 Sept 2026 · brand's site

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Brand from South Korea

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At a Glance

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Centella asiatica (Cica)5
Centella asiatica (cica), used to calm irritation.
Asiatic Acid, Asiaticoside, Centella Asiatica Extract, Madecassic Acid, Madecassoside
BHA1
Beta hydroxy acid — oil-soluble, so it works inside the pore.
Salicylic Acid
Salicylic acid1
The BHA used in acne treatment.
Salicylic Acid
Hyaluronic acid1
Hyaluronic acid and its salts; a humectant that binds water to the skin.
Sodium Hyaluronate

Polysorbates (Tween emulsifiers)1
Polysorbate (Tween) emulsifiers.
Polysorbate 80
AHA1
Alpha hydroxy acids — water-soluble chemical exfoliants.
Citric Acid

Hydrating2
Boosts hydration and relieves dry, tight skin.
Butylene Glycol, Glycerin
Barrier Repair3
Strengthens and restores the skin's natural barrier.
Glycerin, Melaleuca Alternifolia Leaf Oil, Salix Nigra Bark Extract
Smoothing1
Refines rough or uneven texture.
Citric Acid
Acne Fighting1
Helps clear breakouts and keep pores clear.
Melaleuca Alternifolia Leaf Oil

May Worsen Seborrheic Dermatitis1
May feed the yeast involved in seborrheic dermatitis.
Propolis Extract
May Worsen Irritation1
May cause stinging, redness or sensitivity.
Melaleuca Alternifolia Leaf Oil
May Worsen Eczema1
May worsen itching or irritation for eczema-prone skin.
Melaleuca Alternifolia Leaf Oil
May Worsen Rosacea1
Can trigger flare-ups in rosacea-prone skin.
Melaleuca Alternifolia Leaf Oil

May Trigger Acne1
Can clog pores or trigger breakouts.
Hexylene Glycol
May Worsen Seborrheic Dermatitis1
May feed the yeast involved in seborrheic dermatitis.
Polysorbate 80
May Worsen Keratosis Pilaris1
May clog follicles or strip skin prone to keratosis pilaris.
Hexylene Glycol
May Worsen Irritation2
May cause stinging, redness or sensitivity.
Melaleuca Alternifolia Leaf Oil, Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Oil

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Sodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
0 / 0
- Hyaluronic acid
- Hydrating
Cellulose Gum
Fragrance
0 / 0
Glycerin (in both products)
Humectant
0 / 0
- Possibly animal-derived
- Hydrating
Trehalose
Humectant
0-1 / —
- Hydrating
Caprylyl Glycol
Emollient
0-1 / —
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin Conditioning
Propanediol
Viscosity Controlling
0-1 / —
- Hydrating
Silica
Abrasive
0-1 / —
Centella Asiatica Extract
Cleansing
- Centella asiatica (Cica)
- Barrier Repair
- Redness Reducing
- Reduces Irritation
Succinic Acid
Buffering
- Acne Fighting

These ingredients are found in both products.

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

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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Water
Antiplaque, Skin Conditioning, Solvent
Aqua (EU),Deionized Water,Distilled Water,Micromatrix Fractile AN,Onsen-Sui (JPN),Purified Water
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Butylene Glycol
Fragrance, Humectant, Skin Conditioning, Solvent, Viscosity Controlling
Butane-1,3-diol (CAS No. 107-88-0/ EC No. 203-529-7) (R)-(-)-butane-1,3-diol” (CAS No. 6290-03-5/ EC No. 228-532-0)
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Melaleuca Alternifolia Leaf Oil
Antioxidant, Fragrance, Perfuming, Skin Conditioning, Skin Protecting
Melaleuca Alternifolia Leaf Oil is a fragrant essential oil.
Learn more about Melaleuca Alternifolia Leaf Oil →