Vichy Capital Soleil Hydra-Matte Facial Sunscreen SPF 50

Vichy Capital Soleil Hydra-Matte Facial Sunscreen SPF 50
1.4
/ 10
Moisturizing
1.9 Humectancy icon Humectancy
0.8 Occlusivity icon Occlusivity
50
SPF icon
SPF

Review

Results you may expect from using Vichy Capital Soleil Hydra-Matte Facial Sunscreen SPF 50:

Based on the ingredient analysis by CreamScan, these are the key benefits you can expect from using Vichy Capital Soleil Hydra-Matte Facial Sunscreen SPF 50:

  • A bit of moisturizing. It has a moisturizing rating of 1.4 out of 10.
  • Very high sun protection for prolonged sun exposure, such as spending the day at the beach, hiking, or outdoor sports.

How moisturizing is it?

Slightly moisturizing: Vichy Capital Soleil Hydra-Matte Facial Sunscreen SPF 50 has a moisturizing rating of 1.4 out of 10.

Is it more humectant or occlusive? This product has relatively comparable levels of Humectancy and Occlusivity: a low Humectancy of 1.9 out of 10 and a low Occlusivity of 0.8 out of 10.

Please refer to the Ratings section below for details of the moisturizing rating calculation.

Sun protection

Vichy Capital Soleil Hydra-Matte Facial Sunscreen SPF 50 has an SPF of 50 and provides very high sun protection. This level of protection is ideal for activities involving intense or prolonged sun exposure, such as spending the day at the beach, hiking, or outdoor sports. It is particularly recommended for individuals with fair skin, those at high risk of skin cancer, or in environments with intense sun exposure. Remember to apply sunscreen generously and reapply every two hours or after swimming or sweating to maintain effectiveness.

Ingredients

Est. % Ingredient Origin Functions
60
Water
9
Titanium Dioxide (CI 77891)
6
C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate
4
Silicon
3
Bis-Ethylhexyloxyphenol Methoxyphenyl Triazine
2.5
Diisopropyl Sebacate
2
Ethylhexyl Triazone
1.5
Avobenzone
1.3
Isopropyl Myristate
1
Sodium Glycogen Octenylsuccinate
0.3
Aluminum Starch Octenylsuccinate
0.3
Caprylyl Methicone
0.3
Pentylene Glycol
0.3
Potassium Cetyl Phosphate
0.3
Triethanolamine
0.3
Dicaprylyl Ether
0.3
PPG-15 Stearyl Ether
0.3
Polyamide-5
0.3
Phenethyl Benzoate
0.3
Stearic Acid
0.3
Glyceryl Stearate
0.3
PEG-40 Stearate
0.3
Sodium Stearoyl Glutamate
0.3
Hydroxyacetophenone
0.3
Palmitic Acid
0.3
Poloxamer 407
0.3
Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/VP Copolymer
0.3
Caprylyl Glycol
0.3
Diethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl Benzoate
0.3
Cetyl Alcohol
0.3
Iron Oxides (CI 77492)
0.3
Tocopherol
0.3
Silica
0.3
Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer
0.3
Iron Oxides (CI 77491)
0.3
Myristic Acid
0.3
Butylene Glycol
0.3
Iron Oxides (CI 77499)
0.3
Benzoic Acid
0.3
Methyl Di-t-butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate
0.3
Citric Acid
0.3
Benzyl Benzoate
0.3
Fragrance
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Water
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Titanium Dioxide (CI 77891)
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Bis-Ethylhexyloxyphenol Methoxyphenyl Triazine
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Diisopropyl Sebacate
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Avobenzone
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Isopropyl Myristate
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Sodium Glycogen Octenylsuccinate
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Aluminum Starch Octenylsuccinate
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Caprylyl Methicone
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Glyceryl Stearate
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Sodium Stearoyl Glutamate
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Hydroxyacetophenone
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Palmitic Acid
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Poloxamer 407
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Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/VP Copolymer
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Caprylyl Glycol
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Diethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl Benzoate
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Cetyl Alcohol
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Iron Oxides (CI 77492)
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Tocopherol
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Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer
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Iron Oxides (CI 77491)
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Myristic Acid
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Butylene Glycol
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Benzoic Acid
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Methyl Di-t-butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate
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Ratings

All humectants
1.9
1
0.3
0.3
0.3
Benchmark
10
All occlusives
1.5
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
Benchmark
20
Moisturizing rating
1.4
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark Raiting
Humectancy All humectants 1.9 10
1.9
1
0.3
0.3
0.3
Occlusivity All occlusives 1.5 20
0.8
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
Moisturizing rating
1.4
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark Humectancy
1
0.3
0.3
0.3
All humectants 1.9 10
1.9
All humectants
1.9
1
0.3
0.3
0.3
Benchmark
10
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark Occlusivity
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
All occlusives 1.5 20
0.8
All occlusives
1.5
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
Benchmark
20
Ingredient
Ingredient anti-wrinkle power
when present at, %
in this formula est. %
Rating
None
Total
0
None
Anti-wrinkle rating
0
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark
Rich in Antioxidants
0.3
0.3
0.3
All antioxidants 0.9 3 No
All antioxidants
0.9
Hydroxyacetophenone
0.3
Tocopherol
0.3
Methyl Di-t-butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate
0.3
Benchmark
3
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark
Rich in Soothing
None
All soothing 0 5 No
All soothing
0
None
Benchmark
5

Ingredients explained

Water
Est. %60
Function
Origin
WaterThe most used ingredient in skincare. Its concentration defines the product texture: rich creams may have about 50% of water while a light jelly about 90%. Water doesn’t moisturize the skin by itself and is used in skincare as a solvent for other ingredients.
Titanium Dioxide (CI 77891)
Est. %9
Function
Origin
Titanium Dioxide (CI 77891)One of two the most commonly used mineral sunscreens. It can absorb UV light, including UVB – which causes burning, tanning, and even skin cancer. Also used as a colorant, titanium dioxide gives a product a bright white color.
C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate
Est. %6
Function
Origin
C12-15 Alkyl BenzoateA synthetic emollient ester. It works to improve the appearance of the skin by filling in the microcracks on the surface, thereby making the skin appear softer and smoother. It imparts a lightweight, velvety feel.
Silicon
Est. %4
Function
Origin
SiliconDescription is coming soon
Bis-Ethylhexyloxyphenol Methoxyphenyl Triazine
Est. %3
Function
Origin
Bis-Ethylhexyloxyphenol Methoxyphenyl TriazineA synthetic "chemical" sunscreen ingredient that protects against UV damage and offers better stability and safety compared to some other traditional organic suncreen ingredients.
Diisopropyl Sebacate
Est. %2.5
Function
Origin
Diisopropyl SebacateDescription is coming soon
Ethylhexyl Triazone
Est. %2
Function
Origin
Ethylhexyl TriazoneDescription is coming soon
Avobenzone
Est. %1.5
Function
Origin
AvobenzoneA popular sunscreen that protects against UVA rays, which cause premature aging and skin cancer. Avobenzone degrades after about 30 minutes of sun exposure and becomes ineffective. It is therefore often paired with UV-filter stabilizers such as octocrylene.
Isopropyl Myristate
Est. %1.3
Function
Origin
Isopropyl MyristateA fast-spreading, cost-effective, non-greasy emollient that is typically used for lubrication, spreadability, or to remove “tackiness” from a product. Isopropyl Myristate is listed as a common comedogenic ingredient by acne.org.
Sodium Glycogen Octenylsuccinate
Est. %1
Function
Origin
Sodium Glycogen OctenylsuccinateDescription is coming soon
Aluminum Starch Octenylsuccinate
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Aluminum Starch OctenylsuccinateAn absorbent that takes in oils from the skin to reduce the oily sheen. It can also absorb oils from the skincare product itself, resulting in a softer, less greasy product, normally with better spreadability and less tack.
Caprylyl Methicone
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Caprylyl MethiconeA liquid silicone with occlusive moisturizing properties. Being compatible with natural oils is a challenge for most silicones, but caprylyl methicone plays well with all types of oils.
Pentylene Glycol
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Pentylene Glycol

A naturally or synthetically derived preservative that exhibits effective antifungal and antibacterial traits. It also acts as a booster for more traditional preservatives. Pentylene glycol can also serve as a moisturizing humectant and solvent.

Potassium Cetyl Phosphate
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Potassium Cetyl PhosphateA powerful emulsifier that can even mix particularly problematic water and oil blends. It is also a surfactant perfect for cleansing products that effectively rinse off oil and dirt particles from the surface of the skin.
Triethanolamine
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
TriethanolamineA clear, colorless, and highly viscous liquid, this ingredient is an excellent pH adjuster. When it is necessary to neutralize an acidic solution or to generally increase the pH of a product, triethanolamine is a common choice.
Dicaprylyl Ether
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Dicaprylyl EtherA fast-spreading and very lightweight emollient. It is used to reduce the tack and oiliness of oil-based formulas and gives the skin a dry, silky after-feel. It is also a great solvent.
PPG-15 Stearyl Ether
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
PPG-15 Stearyl EtherA synthetic ingredient that has a slippery feel and can be combined with many other ingredients acting as a solvent.
Polyamide-5
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Polyamide-5Description is coming soon
Phenethyl Benzoate
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Phenethyl BenzoateDescription is coming soon
Stearic Acid
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Stearic AcidA saturated fatty acid found in vegetable butter and animal fats. It is an occlusive moisturizing and emollient ingredient and also helps to maintain the barrier function of the skin.
Glyceryl Stearate
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Glyceryl StearateAn emollient and emulsifier typically derived from vegetable sources through a chemical reaction with glycerin. It provides stability, texture, and consistency to formulations. Its main function is to allow oil and water to mix.
PEG-40 Stearate
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
PEG-40 StearateThis PEG, or polyethylene glycol, is excellent at emulsifying water and oil together to form oil-in-water emulsions. Due to its water-loving nature, PEG-40 stearate can also act as a cleansing agent.
Sodium Stearoyl Glutamate
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Sodium Stearoyl GlutamateA useful ingredient for both cleansing and emulsifying purposes. It is a powerful agent for washing away dirt and oils from the skin.
Hydroxyacetophenone
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
HydroxyacetophenoneAn antioxidant compound that can be found in many plants, although it is manufactured synthetically for skincare purposes. It can boost the preservative action of other conservants.
Palmitic Acid
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Palmitic AcidA saturated fatty acid used in skincare as a strongly occlusive moisturizer and barrier repairing, emollient ingredient. It is a waxy-looking, white solid. Palmitic acid can be commonly found in animal and vegetable fats, notably palm oil.
Poloxamer 407
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Poloxamer 407Description is coming soon
Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/VP Copolymer
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/VP CopolymerA polymeric ingredient that creates lightweight and refreshing gel textures. It also works as a viscosity controlling agent.
Caprylyl Glycol
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Caprylyl GlycolAn emollient that improves product spreadability and offers a silky feel on the skin. It also acts as a preservative booster that improves the efficacy of other preservatives. According to the manufacturer, it is also a humectant moisturizer.
Diethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl Benzoate
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Diethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl BenzoateDescription is coming soon
Cetyl Alcohol
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Cetyl AlcoholA waxy solid fatty alcohol derived from palm oil. It is most commonly used as a co-emulsifier and affects the final aesthetic of the product, leaving a soft and silky feeling on the skin. Cetyl alcohol is also used as a viscosity controlling agent.
Iron Oxides (CI 77492)
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Iron Oxides (CI 77492)Also known as iron (III) oxide, this ingredient is a yellow-colored pigment that can either be derived from minerals or produced synthetically. It adds yellow tones to cosmetic products.
Tocopherol
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Tocopherol

Simply another name for vitamin E. Tocopherol is a fantastic ingredient and especially beneficial for dry and inflamed skin. It has occlusive moisturizing, emollient, antioxidant, and photoprotective properties.

Silica
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
SilicaA widely used cosmetic ingredient with the same chemical composition as the sand found on beaches. A common function of silica is its ability to control viscosity. In certain chemical forms, it can effectively thicken cream-style products.
Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate CrosspolymerA synthetic ingredient that is used to thicken water and alcohol. It results in a more lightweight formula and is commonly found in gel products.
Iron Oxides (CI 77491)
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Iron Oxides (CI 77491)A red colorant also known as red iron oxide. This is an EU-approved colorant used in a wide variety of products.
Myristic Acid
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Myristic AcidA common fatty acid found in various vegetable oils, most notably palm and coconut oil. It is a strongly occlusive moisturizing, emollient, and emulsifying ingredient.
Butylene Glycol
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Butylene GlycolA clear, colorless liquid humectant that draws moisture to the skin. The humectancy of butylene glycol, owed to its two hydroxyl groups, is quite considerable, although not as powerful as glycerin, which contains three hydroxyl groups.
Iron Oxides (CI 77499)
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Iron Oxides (CI 77499)A black colorant also known as black iron oxide used in a wide range of skincare products.
Benzoic Acid
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Benzoic AcidA preservative effective against fungi, yeast, and some bacteria. It is commonly paired with phenoxyethanol to create a broad spectrum preservation system. Benzoic acid can also serve as a pH adjuster, fragrance, and bulking agent.
Methyl Di-t-butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Methyl Di-t-butyl HydroxyhydrocinnamateDescription is coming soon
Citric Acid
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Citric AcidA gently exfoliating AHA that helps to remove the top layer of dead skin cells. In comparison to other AHAs, citric acid has been shown to be one of the least effective. It is also very commonly used as a stabilizing and pH-controlling agent.
Benzyl Benzoate
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Benzyl BenzoateA fragrance ingredient with a fruity and woody scent. It is considered an allergen according to the International Fragrance Association (IFRA), which means that care must be taken when determining usage levels in skincare products.
Fragrance
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
FragranceUnder trade secret law, manufacturers have the right not to disclose what exactly went into the fragrance and use the unspecific word Fragrance or Parfum instead. Many fragrances are highly allergenic.