Vichy Liftactiv Supreme Versus Skintegra Architect
Updated on October 25, 2023
Overview
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for dry skin, brightening skin, reducing pores and scar healing
Free From
They both do not contain any common allergens, oils, parabens or sulfates
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Ingredient Info
Vichy Liftactiv Supreme 36 ingredients
Skintegra Architect 29 ingredients
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Vichy Liftactiv Supreme 36 ingredients
Skintegra Architect 29 ingredients
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Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningGlycerin
Humectant
Dimethicone
Emollient
Rhamnose
HumectantIsohexadecane
EmollientAlcohol Denat.
Antimicrobial
Propanediol
SolventIsopropyl Isostearate
Emollient
Vinyl Dimethicone/Methicone Silsesquioxane Crosspolymer
Cetyl Alcohol
Emollient
Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer
Skin ConditioningBehenyl Alcohol
Emollient
Nylon-12
PEG-100 Stearate
CI 77163
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77891
Cosmetic ColorantStearic Acid
Cleansing
Stearyl Alcohol
Emollient
Arachidyl Alcohol
EmollientCetearyl Alcohol
Emollient
Cetearyl Glucoside
EmulsifyingCaffeine
Skin ConditioningNeohesperidin Dihydrochalcone
Masking
Palmitic Acid
Emollient
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Adenosine
Skin Conditioning
Ammonium Polyacryloyldimethyl Taurate
Emulsion StabilisingDisodium Stearoyl Glutamate
CleansingDisodium EDTA
Caprylyl Glycol
EmollientCitric Acid
Buffering
Synthetic Fluorphlogopite
Acrylamide/Sodium Acryloyldimethyltaurate Copolymer
Emulsion StabilisingEthylhexyl Hydroxystearate
Emollient
Polysorbate 80
Emulsifying
Parfum
Masking
Water, Glycerin, Dimethicone, Rhamnose, Isohexadecane, Alcohol Denat., Propanediol, Isopropyl Isostearate, Vinyl Dimethicone/Methicone Silsesquioxane Crosspolymer, Cetyl Alcohol, Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Behenyl Alcohol, Nylon-12, PEG-100 Stearate, CI 77163, CI 77891, Stearic Acid, Stearyl Alcohol, Arachidyl Alcohol, Cetearyl Alcohol, Cetearyl Glucoside, Caffeine, Neohesperidin Dihydrochalcone, Palmitic Acid, Phenoxyethanol, Adenosine, Ammonium Polyacryloyldimethyl Taurate, Disodium Stearoyl Glutamate, Disodium EDTA, Caprylyl Glycol, Citric Acid, Synthetic Fluorphlogopite, Acrylamide/Sodium Acryloyldimethyltaurate Copolymer, Ethylhexyl Hydroxystearate, Polysorbate 80, Parfum
Water
Skin ConditioningCoco-Caprylate
Emollient
Methylpropanediol
SolventGlycerin
Humectant
Ectoin
Skin Conditioning
Butyrospermum Parkii Butter
Skin Conditioning
Isoamyl Laurate
Emollient
Potassium Cetyl Phosphate
EmulsifyingPanthenol
Skin Conditioning
Bakuchiol
Antimicrobial
Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract
Antimicrobial
Allantoin
Skin Conditioning
Resveratrol
Antioxidant
Lecithin
EmollientCaffeine
Skin ConditioningSodium Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer
Emulsion StabilisingIsohexadecane
EmollientCarbomer
Emulsion StabilisingXanthan Gum
EmulsifyingCaprylyl Glycol
EmollientSodium Phytate
Sodium Hydroxide
BufferingLactic Acid
Buffering
Sodium Benzoate
Masking
Potassium Sorbate
Preservative
Glyceryl Stearate Citrate
Emollient
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Polysorbate 80
Emulsifying
BHT
Antioxidant
Water, Coco-Caprylate, Methylpropanediol, Glycerin, Ectoin, Butyrospermum Parkii Butter, Isoamyl Laurate, Potassium Cetyl Phosphate, Panthenol, Bakuchiol, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Allantoin, Resveratrol, Lecithin, Caffeine, Sodium Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer, Isohexadecane, Carbomer, Xanthan Gum, Caprylyl Glycol, Sodium Phytate, Sodium Hydroxide, Lactic Acid, Sodium Benzoate, Potassium Sorbate, Glyceryl Stearate Citrate, Phenoxyethanol, Polysorbate 80, BHT
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. If you see this, drink a glass of water. Stay hydrated!
Learn more about WaterGlycerin 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 GlycerinIsohexadecane is added to enhance texture, emulsify, and to help cleanse. It is an isoparrafin. It is a component of petrolatum.
Due to its large size, Isohexadecane is not absorbed by the skin. Instead, it sits on top and acts as an emollient. Emollients help keep your skin soft and smooth by trapping moisture within.
Isohexadecane is often used in products designed to help oily skin. It is lightweight and non-greasy while helping to moisturize. When mixed with silicones, it gives a product a silky feel.
Learn more about IsohexadecaneCaffeine is most associated with coffee, tea, and cacao. In skincare, it helps with calming inflammation and is rich in antioxidants.
While caffeine is used to treat cellulite and and dark circles, further studies are needed to prove this. It has been believed to help with these skin conditions due to its ability to dilate blood vessels and increase blood flow.
Some studies are looking into caffeine's ability to protect against UV rays.
Learn more about CaffeinePhenoxyethanol is a preservative that has germicide, antimicrobial, and aromatic properties. Studies show that phenoxyethanol can prevent 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.
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 GlycolPolysorbate 80 is a surfactant and emulsifier. It is used to keep ingredients together, and prevent oils and waters from separating.
It is made from polyethoxylated sorbitan and oleic acid. This ingredient can be found in cosmetics, foods, and medicine. It is water-soluble.
Polysorbate 80 may not be fungal acne safe.
Learn more about Polysorbate 80Ingredient Ratings
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