Vichy Normaderm Phytosolution Volcanic Mattifying Cleansing Cream
Works for
CleansingCoco-betaine, Cetyl alcohol + 4 moreCleanses gently
“Normaderm Phytosolution Volcanic Mattifying Cleansing Cream”
This product works by removing dirt and oil from the surface of the skin. It uses a combination of mild cleansing agents (capryloyl glycine, cetyl alcohol, coco-betaine, peg-120 methyl glucose dioleate, sodium cocoyl glycinate, xanthan gum) and should be able to cleanse the skin gently. Still keep in mind that any cleansing can disrupt the skin barrier, and most people do not need to cleanse their skin more than once per day.
Even though this formulation is mild, the following cleansing agents could trigger an irritation or allergy for some people: coco-betaine
Anti-blemishNiacinamide, Salicylic acid + 1 moreWorks well
“With 10% Clay, 0.5% Salicylic Acid and volcanic perlite, the Normaderm Volcanic Mattifying Cleanser works to decongest clogged pores of bacteria that can lead to break-outs.”
This product can help reduce breakouts and clogged pores because it contains the following ingredient: niacinamide, salicylic acid. These ingredients is used for treating acne and can have a noticeable effect.
ExfoliationSide benefit the brand mentions · Salicylic acidWorks well
“Dead skin cells are washed away and pores are unclogged, leaving the complexion rejuvenated and clear.”
This product can help exfoliate the skin. In other words, it helps break down the bonds between dead cells on the surface of the skin and speed up the skin turnover. Skin often appears softer and brighter after exfoliation, but overdoing it can result in disrupted skin barrier. The following ingredient is doing the exfoliating job in this product: salicylic acid.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy1 strong irritant: ParfumMedium 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~40–60%
Kaolin~4.9–7.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of clay that consists mainly of aluminum silicate. Helps absorb oil and creates a thicker product consistency. Can be used to add a white color
More about KaolinCoco-betaine~4.5–6.7%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps oil and water mix together and works as a cleansing agent. Can be allergenic
More about Coco-betainePropanediol~2.7–4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Acts as a solvent for other ingredients. Speeds up the absorption of other ingredients into the skin
More about PropanediolCetyl alcohol~2.1–3.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A non-drying alcohol that works to soften the skin and stabilize product formulations helping oil and water mix together
More about Cetyl alcoholPeg-120 methyl glucose dioleate~1.7–2.5%
Sodium cocoyl glycinate~1.5–2.2%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oil and water mix together
More about Sodium cocoyl glycinateNiacinamide~1.2–1.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Is proven to be effective in reducing blemishes, evening out skin tone and helping to improve lines and wrinkles. It helps the skin to repair sun damage, calm down inflammation and keep maintain good levels of moisture. The concentration of about 2% is effective for supporting the skin barrier and evening out the skin tone. Concentration of 4-6% is better for helping with acne and balancing the sebum production
More about NiacinamideSodium chloride~1.1–1.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to stabilize mixtures of oil and water, and create thicker, gel-like product textures
More about Sodium chlorideCarrageenan~0.85–1.25%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
Helps thicken the product formula and create a nice product formulation
More about CarrageenanCi 77499~0.5–1.1%
Sclerotium gum~0.4–0.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create gel-like formulas and stabilize emulsions
More about Sclerotium gumSalicylic acid~0.35–0.8%
- 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 hydroxide~0.3–0.75%
Sodium dehydroacetate~0.3–0.6%
Perlite~0.3–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of volcanic glass. Absorbs moisture and can temporarily mattify the skin
More about PerliteCaprylyl glycol~0.2–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps preserve products and creates a nice product texture
More about Caprylyl glycolCapryloyl glycine~0.2–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps oil and water mix together, preserve cosmetic products, and attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Capryloyl glycineCharcoal powder~0.15–0.7%
Citric acid~0.1–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH
More about Citric acidTrisodium ethylenediamine disuccinate~0.1–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used to improve stability of the formulation
More about Trisodium ethylenediamine disuccinateXanthan gum~0.1–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a thicker product consistency
More about Xanthan gumPolyglycerin-10~0.1–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Polyglyceryl-10 myristate~0.05–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Polyglyceryl-10 stearate~0.05–0.2%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps water and oil mix together and softens the upper layer of the skin
More about Polyglyceryl-10 stearateParfum~0.05–0.1%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumIngredient list view
Water, Kaolin, Coco-betaine, Propanediol, Cetyl alcohol, Peg-120 methyl glucose dioleate, Sodium cocoyl glycinate, Niacinamide, Sodium chloride, Carrageenan, Ci 77499, Sclerotium gum, Salicylic acid, Sodium hydroxide, Sodium dehydroacetate, Perlite, Caprylyl glycol, Capryloyl glycine, Charcoal powder, Citric acid, Trisodium ethylenediamine disuccinate, Xanthan gum, Polyglycerin-10, Polyglyceryl-10 myristate, Polyglyceryl-10 stearate, Parfum
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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.
| VichyNormaderm Phytosolution Volcanic Mattifying Cleansing CreamYOUR PRODUCT | CeraVeBalancing Air Foam Facial Cleanser | SkinfixAcne+ 2% BHA Cleanser | Merci HandyFacial Cleansing Gel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 83% | 81% | 80% |
| Price | — | $12.39 | $10.00 | — |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 4 of 9 | 3 of 9 | 4 of 9 |
| Key difference | — | Ceramide Eop | Azelaic Acid | Glycerin |
| Irritancy | Medium | Low | Low | Medium |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
| View product | Shop | Shop | Shop |
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 8 studies and safety reviews.
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- 3Salicylic acid as a peeling agent: a comprehensive reviewncbi.nlm.nih.gov
- 4Beta Hydroxy Acidsfda.gov
- 5A review of toxicity from topical salicylic acid preparationssciencedirect.com
- 6
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