Vichy Mineralblend

Vichy Mineralblend
7.7
/ 10
Moisturizing
10.0 Humectancy icon Humectancy
5.4 Occlusivity icon Occlusivity

Review

Results you may expect from using Vichy Mineralblend:

Based on the ingredient analysis by CreamScan, these are the key benefits you can expect from using Vichy Mineralblend:

  • Significant moisturizing. It has a moisturizing rating of 7.7 out of 10.

How moisturizing is it?

Highly moisturizing: Vichy Mineralblend has a moisturizing rating of 7.7 out of 10.

Is it more humectant or occlusive? Significantly more humectant. It has a maximum humectancy of 10 out of 10, primarily due to the substantial concentration of Glycerin (est. ≈9.0%) and Propanediol (est. ≈4.0%), and a moderate occlusivity of 5.4 out of 10, mainly due to the high content of Caprylyl Methicone (est. ≈6.0%) and Dimethicone (est. ≈3.0%).

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

Ingredients

Est. % Ingredient Origin Functions
65
Water
9
Glycerin
6
Caprylyl Methicone
4
Propanediol
3
Dimethicone
2.5
Pentylene Glycol
2
PEI-10
1.5
Triethoxysilylethyl Polydimethylsiloxyethyl Dimethicone
1
Fragrance
1
Sodium Chloride
0.3
Sodium Hyaluronate
0.3
Sodium Citrate
0.3
Alumina
0.3
Phenoxyethanol
0.3
Alcohol Denat.
0.3
Disodium EDTA
0.3
Tocopherol
0.3
Isopropyl Titanium Triisostearate
0.3
Caprylyl Glycol
0.3
Dipropylene Glycol
0.3
Titanium Dioxide (CI 77891)
0.3
Iron Oxides (CI 77491)
0.3
Iron Oxides (CI 77492)
0.3
Iron Oxides (CI 77499)
Est. %
Water
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PEI-10
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Isopropyl Titanium Triisostearate
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Ratings

All humectants
16.1
9
4
2.5
0.3
0.3
Benchmark
10
All occlusives
10.8
6.0
3.0
1.5
0.3
Benchmark
20
Moisturizing rating
7.7
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark Raiting
Humectancy All humectants 16.1 10
10.0
9
4
2.5
0.3
0.3
Occlusivity All occlusives 10.8 20
5.4
6.0
3.0
1.5
0.3
Moisturizing rating
7.7
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark Humectancy
9
4
2.5
0.3
0.3
All humectants 16.1 10
10
All humectants
16.1
9
4
2.5
0.3
0.3
Benchmark
10
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark Occlusivity
6
3
1.5
0.3
All occlusives 10.8 20
5.4
All occlusives
10.8
6.0
3.0
1.5
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
All antioxidants 0.6 3 No
All antioxidants
0.6
Sodium Hyaluronate
0.3
Tocopherol
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. %65
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.
Glycerin
Est. %9
Function
Origin
Glycerin

The most popular moisturizing ingredient in the world. It is a powerful humectant – cheap yet very effective.

Caprylyl Methicone
Est. %6
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.
Propanediol
Est. %4
Function
Origin
PropanediolAn excellent solvent capable of mixing water with normally water-insoluble ingredients. It also functions as a humectant due to its water-loving alcohol groups. Propanediol can control the viscosity of a product by reducing its thickness.
Dimethicone
Est. %3
Function
Origin
DimethiconeThe most common silicone in skincare. It forms a silky, smooth film on the skin’s surface and can help to prevent water loss. It also aids in wound healing and can treat and soften scars. Dimethicone is considered to be very safe for use.
Pentylene Glycol
Est. %2.5
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.

PEI-10
Est. %2
Function
Origin
PEI-10Description is coming soon
Triethoxysilylethyl Polydimethylsiloxyethyl Dimethicone
Est. %1.5
Function
Origin
Triethoxysilylethyl Polydimethylsiloxyethyl DimethiconeDescription is coming soon
Fragrance
Est. %1
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.
Sodium Chloride
Est. %1
Function
Origin
Sodium Chloride

You’re definitely familiar with sodium chloride, even if you don’t think you are. It’s table salt! Salt works well with some cleansing ingredients (surfactants) to thicken them into gels. It also acts as a stabilizer for water-in-oil emulsions.

Sodium Hyaluronate
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Sodium Hyaluronate

A sodium salt of famous hyaluronic acid. A potent humectant that hydrates the skin, supports collagen function, and fills out small wrinkles. Sodium hyaluronate also offers soothing and antioxidant properties.

Sodium Citrate
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Sodium CitrateA salt of citric acid that has a salty and tart flavor and is used as a fragrance. It is mildly basic, meaning that its addition to a skincare product can adjust the pH upward.
Alumina
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
AluminaA mineral derived from the metal ore known as aluminum. It is commonly used as an abrasive and also acts as a thickening viscosity controlling agent (and thus as a bulking agent). Alumina is also a great opacifier.
Phenoxyethanol
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
PhenoxyethanolThe most frequently used preservative in skincare. It is a clear, oil-like liquid synthetic substance that protects products from harmful bacteria and yeast, whilst still leaving skin microflora unharmed. It is confirmed by research to be harmless.
Alcohol Denat.
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Alcohol Denat.

Denatured alcohol is ethanol that contains additives that make it unsafe to consume. It is mainly used as a solvent and an antimicrobial agent. A major drawback to alcohol denat. is that it dries out the skin.

Disodium EDTA
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Disodium EDTAA synthetic chelator that helps to maintain the look and smell of a product by 'locking up' troublesome metal ions.
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.

Isopropyl Titanium Triisostearate
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Isopropyl Titanium TriisostearateDescription is coming soon
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.
Dipropylene Glycol
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Dipropylene GlycolA clear, colorless liquid that has several uses. One of its main functions is as a solvent. Dipropylene glycol is also used to reduce the thickness of skincare products.
Titanium Dioxide (CI 77891)
Est. %0.3
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.
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.
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.
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.