# Gentle Cica Skincare SKIN&LAB's Solutions for Sensitive Skin are Powered by Cica By Laura McQuarrie | Published 2019-07-31 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/solutions-for-sensitive-skin References: [prnewswire](https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/skinlab-launches-new-line-of-sensitive-skin-products-containing-a-secret-ingredient-to-make-your-skin-extra-happy-this-summer-300893904.html) & [amazon](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07SPJCBHF?tag=trenhunt0f-20) Korean beauty brand SKIN&LAB unveiled a range of four topical solutions for [sensitive skin](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/amoureux-beauty), each of which is powered by a potent ingredient called cica—also known as [Centella Asiatica](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/artemisia-cica) or [Tiger Grass](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cacti-wellness-gua-sha). The four-piece K-beauty product line includes a cleanser, toner, cream and spot zapper, which are gentle on skin and form a simple beauty routine. Antioxidant-rich Cica is a herbal plant that has been in use for thousands of years and it has emerged as a popular ingredient in Korean skincare, particularly for its ability to soothe sensitive, dry, itchy, red and acne-prone skin. Notably, cica is said to boost microcirculation, which is beneficial for the absorption of vital nutrients, vitamin, oxygen and minerals. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.0/10 - Popularity: 37% | Activity: 45% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 10% men, 90% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial - Top markets: Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) > [Cosmetics](https://www.trendhunter.com/cosmetics) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Cica Skincare:** The trend of using Cica as a key ingredient in skincare products for sensitive skin is disrupting the beauty industry's traditional approach to addressing skin concerns. - **Gentle Skincare:** The trend towards gentle skincare is disrupting the beauty industry, challenging marketers to prioritize the health and comfort of skin over aggressive formulas that promise quick results. - **K-beauty:** The trend of K-beauty is disrupting the global beauty industry, introducing new ingredients, formulations, and approaches to skincare routines. ### Where This Applies - **Beauty Industry:** The beauty industry can capitalize on the Cica skincare trend by developing gentle, Cica-infused formulations that cater to consumers with sensitive and problematic skin. - **Natural Skincare Industry:** The natural skincare industry can capitalize on the gentle skincare trend by exploring the use of herbal ingredients like Cica in their formulations, which can appeal to consumers seeking non-toxic and sustainable options. - **K-beauty Industry:** The K-beauty industry can continue to leverage its trendsetting reputation by developing innovative, gentle skincare products that utilize popular ingredients like Cica to address a range of skin concerns. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Botanical Korean Skincare Duos](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/artemisia-cica.md) - [Sensitive-Skin-Friendly Pine Serums](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pine-calming-cica-ampoule.md) - [Instantly Calming Skincare](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sensitive-skin-collection.md) - [Science-Driven Dermatitis Creams](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ivoskin-launched.md) - [Gentle Balm-to-Oil Cleansers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/calming-cleansing-balm.md) - [Calming Gel Moisturizers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/drgs-red-blemish-clear-soothing-cream.md) - [Reformulated Skincare Treatments](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cicapair-color-correcting-treatment.md) - [High-Quality Sensitive Skincare](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cvskinlabs-sensitive-skin.md) - [Daily Soothing Masks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/skinfood-cica-daily-mask.md)