Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of Caudalie Deep Cleansing Exfoliator versus Vichy Normaderm Phytosolution Intensive Purifying Gel .
Published on March 20, 2021
Overview
What they are
These products are both reef safe . They have a total of 5 ingredients in common
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for dry skin, brightening skin and scar healing
Free From
They both do not contain any parabens, silicones or sulfates
What's Inside
They both contain fragrances
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Exfoliator
Exfoliators are used to exfoliate the skin, or remove dead skin cells from the skin. Exfoliators may be chemical or physical.
Face Cleanser
Face cleansers are used to remove makeup, dead skin cells, pollutants, oil, dirt, and/or clean out pores on the skin. Face cleansers may specialize in having one function (exa. just removing makeup) or may have multiple functions (exa. Removing makeup and cleaning pores).
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Ingredient Info
Caudalie Deep Cleansing Exfoliator 29 ingredients
Vichy Normaderm Phytosolution Intensive Purifying Gel 17 ingredients
Contains Alcohol
Ingredients in this product that are types of alcohol:
Silicon Free
This product is free of silicons 🎉
Contains Fragrance
Ingredients in this product that are forms of fragrance:
Sulfate Free
This product is free of sulfates 🎉
Paraben Free
This product is free of parabens 🎉
Contains Oils
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Not Malassezia Safe
Ingredients in this product that are not malassezia safe:
Reef Safe
This product is free of ingredients that damage reefs 🎉
Contains EU Allergens
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Vegan
This product is vegan 🎉
Not Cruelty Free
This product is not cruelty-free 😥
Alcohol Free
This product is free of harsh alcohols 🎉
Silicon Free
This product is free of silicons 🎉
Contains Fragrance
Ingredients in this product that are forms of fragrance:
Sulfate Free
This product is free of sulfates 🎉
Paraben Free
This product is free of parabens 🎉
Oil Free
This product is free of oils 🎉
Not Malassezia Safe
Ingredients in this product that are not malassezia safe:
Reef Safe
This product is free of ingredients that damage reefs 🎉
EU Allergen Free
This product is free of EU allergens 🎉
Non Vegan
This product is not vegan 😥
Not Cruelty Free
This product is not cruelty-free 😥
At a glance
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Caudalie Deep Cleansing Exfoliator 29 ingredients
Vichy Normaderm Phytosolution Intensive Purifying Gel 17 ingredients
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Join SkinSortIngredients Compared
Ingredients that are highlighted in purple are present in both products.
Caudalie Deep Cleansing Exfoliator 29 ingredients
Vichy Normaderm Phytosolution Intensive Purifying Gel 17 ingredients
Water • Polylactic Acid • Hexyldecyl Stearate • Glycerin • Glyceryl Stearate • Pentaerythrityl Distearate • Arachidyl Alcohol • Polyacrylate Crosspolymer-6 • Vitis Vinifera Fruit Water • Behenyl Alcohol • Arachidyl Glucoside • Potassium Cetyl Phosphate • Parfum • Caprylyl Glycol • Tocopherol • Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil • Potassium Sorbate • Xanthan Gum • Menthol • Sodium Phytate • Vitis Vinifera Juice • Vitis Vinifera Fruit Extract • Sodium Hydroxide • Citric Acid • Sodium Benzoate • Alcohol • Limonene • Butyl Phenylacetate • Butylphenyl Methylpropional
Water • Coco-Betaine • Propanediol • Peg-120 Methyl Glucose Dioleate • Sodium Chloride • Sodium Cocoyl Glycinate • Dipropylene Glycol • Zinc Gluconate • Salicylic Acid • Bifida Ferment Lysate • Sodium Hydroxide • Sodium Benzoate • Phenoxyethanol • Copper Gluconate • Caprylyl Glycol • Tetrasodium Glutamate Diacetate • Parfum
Ingredients Side-by-side
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Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
Water. It's the most common cosmetic ingredient of all. You'll usually see it at the top of ingredient lists, meaning that it makes up the largest part of the product.
So why is it so popular? Water most often acts as a solvent - this means that it helps dissolve other ingredients into the formulation.
You'll also recognize water as that liquid we all need to stay alive. Talk about multi-purpose! If you see this, drink a glass of water. Stay hydrated!
Learn more about WaterCaudalie Deep Cleansing Exfoliator contains this as ingredient number 1.
Vichy Normaderm Phytosolution Intensive Purifying Gel contains this as ingredient number 1.
Parfum is a catch-all term for an ingredient or more that is used to give aroma to products. Parfum, or fragrance, can be a blend of hundreds of chemicals or plant oils. This means every product with "fragrance" or "Parfum" in the ingredients list is a different mixture.
In the US, the alternative name for parfum is 'fragrance'. The term 'fragrance' is not regulated in many countries. In many cases, it is up to the brand to define this term.
For instance, many brands choose to label themselves as "fragrance-free" because they are not using synthetic fragrances. However, their products may still contain ingredients such as essential oils that are considered a fragrance. One example is Calendula flower extract. Essential oil ingredients still impart a scent or 'fragrance'.
Depending on the blend, it can cause allergies and sensitivities on the skin. Some ingredients that are known EU allergens include linalool and citronellol.
Products use parfum often to give products a scent or cover up smells of different ingredients.
The bottom line is: not all fragrances/parfum/ingredients are created equally. If you are worried about fragrances, we recommend taking a closer look at an ingredient. And of course, we always recommend speaking with a professional.
Learn more about ParfumCaudalie Deep Cleansing Exfoliator contains this as ingredient number 13.
Vichy Normaderm Phytosolution Intensive Purifying Gel contains this as ingredient number 17.
Caprylyl Glycol is a humectant and emollient, meaning it attracts and preserves moisture.
It is a common ingredient in many products, especially those designed to hydrate skin. The primary benefits are retaining moisture, skin softening, and promoting a healthy skin barrier.
Though Caprylyl Glycol is an alcohol derived from fatty acids, it is not the kind that can dry out skin.
This ingredient is also used as a preservative to extend the life of products. It has slight antimicrobial properties.
Learn more about Caprylyl GlycolCaudalie Deep Cleansing Exfoliator contains this as ingredient number 14.
Vichy Normaderm Phytosolution Intensive Purifying Gel contains this as ingredient number 15.
Sodium Hydroxide is also known as lye or caustic soda. It is used to adjust the pH of products; many ingredients require a specific pH to be effective.
In small amounts, sodium hydroxide is considered safe to use. However, large amounts may cause chemical burns due to its high alkaline.
Your skin has a natural pH and acid mantle. This acid mantle helps prevent harmful bacteria from breaking through. The acid mantle also helps keep your skin hydrated.
"Alkaline" refers to a high pH level. A low pH level would be considered acidic.
Learn more about Sodium HydroxideCaudalie Deep Cleansing Exfoliator contains this as ingredient number 23.
Vichy Normaderm Phytosolution Intensive Purifying Gel contains this as ingredient number 11.
Sodium Benzoate is a preservative. It's used in both cosmetic and food products to inhibit the growth of mold and bacteria. It is typically produced synthetically.
Both the US FDA and EU Health Committee have approved the use of sodium benzoate. In the US, levels of 0.1% (of the total product) are allowed.
Sodium benzoate works as a preservative by inhibiting the growth of bacteria inside of cells. It prevents the cell from fermenting a type of sugar using an enzyme called phosphofructokinase.
Sodium Benzoate is the salt of benzoic acid. Foods containing sodium benzoate include soda, salad dressings, condiments, fruit juices, wines, and snack foods.
Studies for using ascorbic acid and sodium benzoate in cosmetics are lacking, especially in skincare routines with multiple steps.
We always recommend speaking with a professional, such as a dermatologist, if you have any concerns.
Learn more about Sodium BenzoateCaudalie Deep Cleansing Exfoliator contains this as ingredient number 25.
Vichy Normaderm Phytosolution Intensive Purifying Gel contains this as ingredient number 12.
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Caudalie Deep Cleansing Exfoliator 29 ingredients
Vichy Normaderm Phytosolution Intensive Purifying Gel 17 ingredients
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Caudalie Deep Cleansing Exfoliator 29 ingredients
Vichy Normaderm Phytosolution Intensive Purifying Gel 17 ingredients
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