Works for
2 of 2 advertised claims delivered
Moisturizing20 ingredients credited for this claimStrong support
“Mimicking a thirst-quenching sorbet, it instantly hydrates and soothes sensitive skin.”
This product can help improve hydration of the skin with the two types of ingredients.
The first type is called “humectants”:
these ingredients help attract water.
When humectants are on the surface of the skin, they “pull in” the moisture from the outside environment, or from
within deeper layers of the skin. The following ingredients in this product do the job:
biosaccharide gum-1, erythritol.
This product also contains ingredients called “occlusives”. They help reduce the speed with which our skin loses moisture to the outside environment. These ingredients also help soften the upper layer of the skin, so it feels less tight and nicer to the touch. The following ingredients in this product do the job: butyrospermum parkii butter extract, helianthus annuus seed oil.
The following ingredients in this product are especially good for supporting the skin barrier and helping with the hydration level: acetyl tetrapeptide-15
Anti-aging2 ingredients credited for this claimModerate support
“The 97% natural formula even calls on chamomile – an unrivalled soothing and calming ingredient – as well as antioxidant polyphenols to encourage a youthful appearance.”
This product contains acetyl tetrapeptide-15. This ingredient might be able to help reduce and prevent fine lines and wrinkles, improve skin elasticity and firmness, but there is not enough evidence that it actually works.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy3 strong irritants: Sodium anisate, Alcohol + 1 more — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
Comedogenic1 ingredient rated 2 or more on the 0–5 pore-clogging scale1 flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~45–55%
Vitis vinifera fruit water~11–13%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Dicaprylyl ether~4.8–5.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin while creating a non-greasy feel on the skin. Helps to dissolve other ingredients
More about Dicaprylyl etherGlycerin~3.1–3.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Naturally present in skin. It attracts water to the upper layer of the skin working as a humectant
More about GlycerinButyrospermum parkii butter extract~2.4–3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
A great moisturising ingredient that softens the skin and reduces water loss from its upper layer. It also can be helpful in protecting skin from free radicals
More about Butyrospermum parkii butter extractHexyldecanol~2–2.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about HexyldecanolHexyldecyl laurate~1.7–2.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Hexyldecyl lauratePalmitoyl grape seed extract~1.5–1.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Behenyl alcohol~1.4–1.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Non-drying alcohol that helps water and oil mix together. Also serves as an emollient
More about Behenyl alcoholGlyceryl stearate~1.2–1.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that softens the skin and forms a protective layer on its surface. Helps water and oil mix together
More about Glyceryl stearateAcrylates/c10-30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymer~0.95–1.15%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Maintains the texture of skincare products. Allows the product to spread evenly. Helps oil and water mix together
More about Acrylates/c10-30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymerErythritol~0.65–1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps to attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about ErythritolLecithin~0.65–1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used mostly for creating emulsions - helping oil and water mix together. Helps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about LecithinMannitol~0.6–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps to attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about MannitolTocopherol~0.55–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Pure form of vitamin E. Can help moisturise and protect the skin from free radicals. Often used to help stabilise other ingredients or the formula itself
More about TocopherolCaprylyl glycol~0.6–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps preserve products and creates a nice product texture
More about Caprylyl glycolHelianthus annuus seed oil~0.55–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A great emollient due to its high linoleic acid content. One of the most effective plant oils in helping skin hydration and repairing skin barrier function
More about Helianthus annuus seed oilXanthan gum~0.5–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a thicker product consistency
More about Xanthan gumSodium benzoate~0.25–0.5%
Vitis vinifera juice~0.45–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Glycine soja sterols~0.45–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that helps soften the skin
More about Glycine soja sterolsButylene glycol~0.4–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a nice product texture and help delivery of other ingredients. Might be somewhat helpful in attracting water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Butylene glycolChamomilla recutita flower extract~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- High
Plant extract that can have healing and anti-inflammatory properties. It is a potential allergen and can be irritating
More about Chamomilla recutita flower extractSodium hydroxide~0.3–0.55%
Sodium carboxymethyl beta-glucan~0.7–1.05%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps thicken the product formulation and create a gel-like texture
More about Sodium carboxymethyl beta-glucanSodium citrate~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps to control the skin's pH level. Maintains the skin's natural film of amino-lactic acids and oils. Helps to preserve products
More about Sodium citrateCitric acid~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH
More about Citric acidSodium phytate~0.3–0.55%
Potassium sorbate~0.3–0.55%
Biosaccharide gum-1~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and is claimed to provide a longer-lasting hydration because of its ability to create a water-binding film on the surface of the skin
More about Biosaccharide gum-1Sodium hyaluronate~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin
More about Sodium hyaluronateSodium levulinate~0.25–0.5%
Glyceryl caprylate~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that can also help water and oil mix together, as well as prevent bacteria growth in products
More about Glyceryl caprylateHomarine hcl~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Might help to improve skin hydration levels
More about Homarine hclSodium anisate~0.2–0.35%
Alcohol~0.15–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- High
Can be drying and contribute to skin irritation. Used in formulars to dissolve other ingredients, create a thinner product consistency or for its antibacterial properties
More about AlcoholAcetyl tetrapeptide-15~0.15–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of peptide. Peptides are excellent moisturizers and might be able support collagen production reducing fine lines and wrinkles
More about Acetyl tetrapeptide-15Sodium metabisulfite~0.1–0.2%
Parfum~0.05–0.15%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumIngredient list view
Water, Vitis vinifera fruit water, Dicaprylyl ether, Glycerin, Butyrospermum parkii butter extract, Hexyldecanol, Hexyldecyl laurate, Palmitoyl grape seed extract, Behenyl alcohol, Glyceryl stearate, Acrylates/c10-30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymer, Erythritol, Lecithin, Mannitol, Tocopherol, Caprylyl glycol, Helianthus annuus seed oil, Xanthan gum, Sodium benzoate, Vitis vinifera juice, Glycine soja sterols, Butylene glycol, Chamomilla recutita flower extract, Sodium hydroxide, Sodium carboxymethyl beta-glucan, Sodium citrate, Citric acid, Sodium phytate, Potassium sorbate, Biosaccharide gum-1, Sodium hyaluronate, Sodium levulinate, Glyceryl caprylate, Homarine hcl, Sodium anisate, Alcohol, Acetyl tetrapeptide-15, Sodium metabisulfite, Parfum
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| CaudalieVinosource Moist SorbetYOUR PRODUCT | SothysSoothing Velvet Cream | |
|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 51% |
| Price | $22.11 | $59.50+$37.39 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 3 of 10 |
| Key difference | — | Panthenol |
| Irritancy | High | Medium |
| Drying alcohol | Contains drying alcohol | — |
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Product summary
Based on the ingredients included, "Caudalie - Vinosource Moist Sorbet" works well for moisturizing the skin. The formulation is based on a combination of good humectants and emollients. Both are needed to increase the skin hydration level. Humectants in this product (biosaccharide gum-1, erythritol, glycerin, mannitol and sodium hyaluronate) help to increase the water content in the upper layer of the skin. (These ingredients do so by "capturing" water molecules from the outside air or from within the deeper layers of the skin). Glycine soja sterols, butyrospermum parkii butter extract, helianthus annuus seed oil, hexyldecanol and caprylyl glycol in this product help decrease the water evoporation from the skin, so that it stays hydrated for longer. These ingredients also soften the skin and take away the feeling of tightness and dryness.
Ingredient callouts
- This moisturizer also contains Peptides (acetyl tetrapeptide-15 0.15% - 0.25%). Peptides are a very big group of ingredients. They all consist of a different combination of aminoacids. Our skin produces Peptides naturally. Some of them work as natural antibiotics, promote wound-healing and production of collagen. The scientists are still studying how effective the topical application of Peptides is, but it is very likely that they are helpful. Peptides might be able to support skin barrier restoration and even have an anti-aging benefit. At the very least, they certainly help attract water to the skin and support the hydration in this way.
Irritation risk
There are some common irritants in this product, including ingredients that do not have benefits for the skin. We assess the overall irritancy of this moisturizer to be high. For a detailed overview of all potential irritants: click here
You can see the detailed formula review with the breakdown of all actives in the product and the full ingredient list with estimated concentrations in the tables below.
Price
The product retails from 28.00$ up to 40.00$ in the United States, from 20.00£ up to 28.00£ in the United Kingdom, at around 44.55CA$ in Canada, for 51.00A$ in Australia, for 260.00HK$ in Hong Kong and for 51.00NZ$ in New Zealand.
For a detailed price comparison: click here.
Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 10 studies and safety reviews.
- 1
- 2Vitamin E in dermatologyncbi.nlm.nih.gov
- 3Vitamin E and Skin Healthlpi.oregonstate.edu
- 4
- 5
- 6Effect of topically applied lipids on surfactant-irritated skinonlinelibrary.wiley.com
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