Germaine de Capuccini Purexpert Hydro Mattifying Gel Cream Oil-Free
Works for
1 of 3 advertised claims delivered
MoisturizingJojoba esters, Dimethicone + 7 moreGood evidence
“Purexpert Hydro Mattifying Gel Cream Oil-Free”
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:
glycerin.
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: dimethicone, jojoba esters.
ExfoliationSalix alba bark extract, Lactic acid + 1 moreWeak evidence
“Lactic Acid removes dead skin cells from the skin to enable a renewed and smoother surface.”
This product does not contain effective exfoliating ingredients. It might be able to deliver physical exfoliation, that is scrub off some of the dead cells on the surface of the skin. We do not recommend physical exfoliation, because it is not uniform (some bits of skin can get exfoliated too much while others not at all). It can also traumatize the skin and aggrevate acne and other skin conditions.
Anti-blemishSalix alba bark extract, Salicylic acidWeak evidence
“The Oily-Reduction Phytocomplex reduces excess oils and pores with a combination of Cinnamon Bark, Pimpernel and Ginger.”
Effective ingredients missing or their concentration is too low.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy8 strong irritants: Parfum, Linalool + 6 more — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
ComedogenicClean of flagged comedogenic ingredientsNone flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~45–55%
Cyclopentasiloxane~7–8.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A silicone that helps improve the product texture and spreadability. Can absorb oil creating a short-term mattifying effect on the skin
More about CyclopentasiloxaneGlycerin~4.2–5.2%
- 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 GlycerinPentylene glycol~3.2–3.9%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used to preserve products, dissolve other ingredients and create a nice product texture
More about Pentylene glycolIsoamyl cocoate~2.3–2.9%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oil and water mix together and works as a cleansing agent
More about Isoamyl cocoateHydrogenated didecene~2–2.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Stearoxymethicone/dimethicone copolymer~1.7–2.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Dimethicone~1.5–1.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A silicone that helps to reduce water loss from the surface of the skin. Can temporarily "fill in" lines and wrinkles, absorb oil, and create a nice product finish
More about DimethiconeJojoba esters~1.2–1.5%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
An emollient made of jojoba oil. Helps soften the skin and support its barrier function
More about Jojoba estersSalix alba bark extract~0.7–1.05%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that can help neutralize free radicals in skin. It contains a compound salicin that can theoretically be converted into salicylic acid that, in turn, helps reduce inflammation in skin, but the evidence of effectiveness in skin is lacking and the extract is usually not used in a concentration that would enable an exfoliating effect
More about Salix alba bark extractHydrolyzed caesalpinia spinosa gum~0.7–1.05%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps softent the upper layer of the skin and create a thicker product consistency
More about Hydrolyzed caesalpinia spinosa gumAmmonium acryloyldimethyltaurate/vp copolymer~0.55–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Increases thickness of a product. Texture enhancer for oil-in-water emulsions
More about Ammonium acryloyldimethyltaurate/vp copolymerPolyglyceryl-10 pentastearate~0.5–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Behenyl alcohol~0.55–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Non-drying alcohol that helps water and oil mix together. Also serves as an emollient
More about Behenyl alcoholPolyamide-5~0.5–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that helps soften the skin and create a nice product feel and texture
More about Polyamide-5Salicylic acid~0.4–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- High
Used for skin exfoliation. It has an anti-inflammatory and anti-bacterial effect, helps to unclog pores, prevent blemishes and speed up healing of the existing ones. Sometimes referred to as a BHA (beta-hydroxy acid)
More about Salicylic acidSodium stearoyl lactylate~0.45–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oil and water mix together
More about Sodium stearoyl lactylateNylon-12~0.4–0.65%
Lactic acid~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
An exfoliating and moisturizing alpha-hydroxy acid (AHA). Typically causes less irritation than other AHAs, for example, glycolic acid. At high concentrations (about 15%), lactic acid can help reduce lines and wrinkles. Recent studies show that lactic acid can support the "good" bacteria living on skin's surface (healthy skin microbiome)
More about Lactic acidGlyceryl polyacrylate~0.3–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps to create a nice product texture and spread the product more easily on the skin
More about Glyceryl polyacrylateLeptospermone~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Triethanolamine~0.3–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used to adjust pH of the product and can help improve the product's smell
More about TriethanolamineFlavesone~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Isoleptospermone~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Polysorbate 80~0.3–0.5%
Potassium sorbate~0.25–0.45%
Menthyl ethylamido oxalate~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- High
Creates a cooling sensation on the skin. Does not have a skin benefit
More about Menthyl ethylamido oxalateMethylpropanediol~0.25–0.45%
Ethylhexylglycerin~0.2–0.4%
Phenoxyethanol~0.25–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolParfum~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumLinalool~0.15–0.3%
Benzyl salicylate~0.15–0.25%
Limonene~0.15–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- High
A common frangrance that can easily irritate skin, especially if exposed to air, light or heat
More about LimoneneGeraniol~0.1–0.2%
Cinnamyl alcohol~0.1–0.2%
- Irritation risk
- High
Citronellol~0.05–0.15%
Eugenol~0.05–0.1%
Ingredient list view
Water, Cyclopentasiloxane, Glycerin, Pentylene glycol, Isoamyl cocoate, Hydrogenated didecene, Stearoxymethicone/dimethicone copolymer, Dimethicone, Jojoba esters, Salix alba bark extract, Hydrolyzed caesalpinia spinosa gum, Ammonium acryloyldimethyltaurate/vp copolymer, Polyglyceryl-10 pentastearate, Behenyl alcohol, Polyamide-5, Salicylic acid, Sodium stearoyl lactylate, Nylon-12, Lactic acid, Glyceryl polyacrylate, Leptospermone, Triethanolamine, Flavesone, Isoleptospermone, Polysorbate 80, Potassium sorbate, Menthyl ethylamido oxalate, Methylpropanediol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Phenoxyethanol, Parfum, Linalool, Benzyl salicylate, Limonene, Geraniol, Cinnamyl alcohol, Citronellol, Eugenol
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Match % combines shared ingredients, the first five ingredients, shared actives and hero ingredients, irritancy (lower counts in the alternative's favour), texture and body area. Only products in the same routine step are compared.
| Germaine de CapucciniPurexpert Hydro Mattifying Gel Cream Oil-FreeYOUR PRODUCT | CeraVeBlemish Control Gel Moisturiser with 2% Salicylic Acid & Niacinamide for Blemish-Prone Skin | Deviant SkincareGentle Resurfacing Liquid | NorevaAcnomega 200 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 89% | 85% | 85% |
| Price | $57.48 | $16.58−$40.90 | $52.00−$5.48 | $25.42−$32.06 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 3 of 6 | 3 of 6 | 4 of 6 |
| Key difference | — | Niacinamide | Glycolic Acid | Glycolic Acid |
| Irritancy | High | Low | Low | Medium |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 13 studies and safety reviews.
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- 3Final Report on the Safety Assessment of Dimethicone Copolyoljournals.sagepub.com
- 4Efficacy and Safety of White Willow Bark (Salix alba) Extractonlinelibrary.wiley.com
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