Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of Vichy Liftactiv Peptide-C versus Vichy Homme Hydra Mag C+ .
Published on April 16, 2023
Overview
What they are
These products are both general moisturizers. They have a total of 12 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain exfoliants and Vitamin C
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for anti aging, dry skin, brightening skin, scar healing, dark spots and better texture
Free From
They both do not contain any common allergens, oils or parabens
What's Inside
They both contain harsh alcohols, fragrances and silicones
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General Moisturizer
All-purpose moisturizers hydrate the top layer of skin cells.
General Moisturizer
All-purpose moisturizers hydrate the top layer of skin cells.
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Ingredient Info
Vichy Liftactiv Peptide-C 41 ingredients
Vichy Homme Hydra Mag C+ 29 ingredients
Contains Alcohol
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Contains Silicon
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Contains Fragrance
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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
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Not Reef Safe
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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 😥
Contains Alcohol
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Contains Fragrance
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Contains Sulfate
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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 😥
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Vichy Liftactiv Peptide-C 41 ingredients
Vichy Homme Hydra Mag C+ 29 ingredients
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Vichy Liftactiv Peptide-C 41 ingredients
Vichy Homme Hydra Mag C+ 29 ingredients
Water • Glycerin • Dimethicone • Isohexadecane • Alcohol Denat. • Silica • Hydroxyethylpiperazine Ethane Sulfonic Acid • Propanediol • Synthetic Wax • Peg-10 Dimethicone • Eperua Falcata Bark Extract • Peg-30 Dipolyhydroxystearate • Stearyl Alcohol • Sorbitan Oleate • Dimethicone/Peg-10/15 Crosspolymer • Dimethicone/Polyglycerin-3 Crosspolymer • Ceteareth-6 • Sodium Acrylates Copolymer • Sodium Citrate • Sodium Hydroxide • Sodium Phytate • Cyclodextrin • Adenosine • Ascorbyl Glucoside • Nylon-12 • Isopropyl Alcohol • Propylene Carbonate • Dipropylene Glycol • Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride • Caprylyl Glycol • Acetyl Tetrapeptide-9 • Synthetic Fluorphlogopite • Disteardimonium Hectorite • Dextrin • Pisum Sativum Extract • Tocopherol • Phenoxyethanol • CI 15985 • CI 77891 • Parfum • Ceramide AP
Water • Glycerin • Alcohol Denat. • Propanediol • Dimethicone • Phenyl Trimethicone • Propylene Glycol • C13-14 Isoparaffin • CI 15985 • CI 77491 • CI 77492 • CI 77499 • CI 77891 • Triethanolamine • Triethyl Citrate • Silica • Sodium Dextran Sulfate • Escin • Phenoxyethanol • Magnesium Sulfate • Magnesium Ascorbyl Phosphate • Boron Nitride • Ascorbyl Glucoside • Caprylyl Glycol • Laureth-7 • Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer • Polyacrylamide • Acrylates/Ammonium Methacrylate Copolymer • Parfum
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Ingredients Explained
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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 WaterVichy Liftactiv Peptide-C contains this as ingredient number 1.
Vichy Homme Hydra Mag C+ contains this as ingredient number 1.
Glycerin is already naturally found in your skin. It helps moisturize and protect your skin.
A study from 2016 found glycerin to be more effective as a humectant than AHAs and hyaluronic acid.
As a humectant, it helps the skin stay hydrated by pulling moisture to your skin. The low molecular weight of glycerin allows it to pull moisture into the deeper layers of your skin.
Hydrated skin improves your skin barrier; Your skin barrier helps protect against irritants and bacteria.
Glycerin has also been found to have antimicrobial and antiviral properties. Due to these properties, glycerin is often used in wound and burn treatments.
In cosmetics, glycerin is usually derived from plants such as soybean or palm. However, it can also be sourced from animals, such as tallow or animal fat.
This ingredient is organic, colorless, odorless, and non-toxic.
Glycerin is the name for this ingredient in American English. British English uses Glycerol/Glycerine.
Learn more about GlycerinVichy Liftactiv Peptide-C contains this as ingredient number 2.
Vichy Homme Hydra Mag C+ contains this as ingredient number 2.
Dimethicone is a silicone used for making products smooth and silky. It also has the added benefit of sealing in hydration. The amount of dimethicone found in beauty products is considered safe and non-comedogenic, meaning it won't clog pores.
Dimethicone has been found increase absorption in skin, boosting the benefits of other ingredients. While there is concern for the safety of dimethicone, the levels used in skincare are safe for use.
Vichy Liftactiv Peptide-C contains this as ingredient number 3.
Vichy Homme Hydra Mag C+ contains this as ingredient number 5.
Alcohol Denat. is an alcohol with a denaturant property. It is created by mixing ethanol and other additives. It has a low molecular weight and will evaporate quickly. This helps other ingredients become better absorbed and dry once applied.
Alcohol Denat. is volatile and may cause irritation. It helps draw out natural oils in skin and dry out your skin.
One study from 2005 found adding emollients to propanol-based sanitizer decreased irritation.
Alcohol is antibacterial by nature. This can help preserve products and increase their shelf life.
Other types of astringent alcohols include:
Learn more about Alcohol Denat.Vichy Liftactiv Peptide-C contains this as ingredient number 5.
Vichy Homme Hydra Mag C+ contains this as ingredient number 3.
Silica is a mineral naturally found in our skin. It helps to thicken and smooth the texture of a product. It also acts as an agent for other ingredients by increasing the absorption of other ingredients into the skin.
Silica is often used for absorption and can help reduce shine when products are applied. Silica occurs in naturally in materials like clay and sandstone, and it can also be produced synthetically.
Silica is present naturally within the skin during collagen production and when reducing inflammation.
Learn more about SilicaVichy Liftactiv Peptide-C contains this as ingredient number 6.
Vichy Homme Hydra Mag C+ contains this as ingredient number 16.
Propanediol helps absorb ingredients into your skin, boosting their benefits. It can act as an emollient, making your skin softer. Propanediol can help products last longer by boosting the properties of preservatives within the formulation.
Propanediol is not likely to cause sensitivity and considered safe to use.
It is derived from corn or petroleum with a clear color and no scent.
Learn more about PropanediolVichy Liftactiv Peptide-C contains this as ingredient number 8.
Vichy Homme Hydra Mag C+ contains this as ingredient number 4.
Ascorbyl Glucoside is a stable form of Vitamin C. It is created by combining glucose from starch.
When applied to skin, Ascorbyl Glucoside turns into Ascorbic Acid.
Ascorbyl Glucoside is an antioxidant. Antioxidants help fight free-radicals, or molecules that may damage skin cells.
It can help to reduce redness, improve skin texture, reduce the effects of aging, reduce the visibility of dark spots, and brighten skin.
Read more about other types of Vitamin C:
Learn more about Ascorbyl GlucosideVichy Liftactiv Peptide-C contains this as ingredient number 24.
Vichy Homme Hydra Mag C+ contains this as ingredient number 23.
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 GlycolVichy Liftactiv Peptide-C contains this as ingredient number 30.
Vichy Homme Hydra Mag C+ contains this as ingredient number 24.
Phenoxyethanol is a preservative that has germicide, antimicrobial, and aromatic properties. Studies show that phenoxyethanol can prevent germ and microbial growth. By itself, it has a scent that is similar to that of a rose.
It's often used in formulations along with Caprylyl Glycol to preserve the shelf life of products.
Vichy Liftactiv Peptide-C contains this as ingredient number 37.
Vichy Homme Hydra Mag C+ contains this as ingredient number 19.
Ci 15985 is a dye made from petroleum. It is synthetically created and approved by the FDA for use in foods and cosmetics.
The color of this dye is orange/yellow.
This ingredient can be found in makeup, sun care, and skincare.
Learn more about CI 15985Vichy Liftactiv Peptide-C contains this as ingredient number 38.
Vichy Homme Hydra Mag C+ contains this as ingredient number 9.
Ci 77891 is a white pigment from Titanium dioxide. It is naturally found in minerals such as rutile and ilmenite.
It's main function is to add a white color to cosmetics. It can also be mixed with other colors to create different shades.
Ci 77891 is commonly found in sunscreens due to its ability to block UV rays.
Learn more about CI 77891Vichy Liftactiv Peptide-C contains this as ingredient number 39.
Vichy Homme Hydra Mag C+ contains this as ingredient number 13.
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 ParfumVichy Liftactiv Peptide-C contains this as ingredient number 40.
Vichy Homme Hydra Mag C+ contains this as ingredient number 29.
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Vichy Liftactiv Peptide-C 41 ingredients
Vichy Homme Hydra Mag C+ 29 ingredients
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