Works for
Sun protectionSPF 30 · 4 UV filtersBroad spectrum
This product offers a good level of protection against both UVB and UVA rays.
This sunscreen uses organic (so-called "chemical") sunscreen filters. Organic, or "chemical" filters usually provide reliable sun protection and rarely leave a white cast. Sunscreens with organic filters can sting eyes.
This product can be considered "reef safe" because it does not contain the UV filters (oxybenzone and octinoxate) that can be harmful to coral reefs when present in the water in high concentrations.
Anti-agingTocopherol, Ascorbyl glucosideWorks well
“The rich formula is also clinically proven to decelerate visible signs of ageing, ensuring the complexion appears smooth, supple and enviably firm.”
This product can help prevent early signs of skin aging because it offers a good level of broad spectrum sun protection. Sun damage is the main cause of premature skin aging, and protecting your skin from the sun is the best anti-aging strategy.
Evens skin toneSide benefit the brand mentions · Capryloyl salicylic acid, Bifida ferment lysate + 2 moreWorks well
“Skin tone looks even and radiant. .”
This product offers broad spectrum sun protection. It means that it can prevent hyperpigmentation and help keep the skin tone even (sun damage is the main factor causing age spots, darkening of post-acne marks and other discolorations).
MoisturizingSide benefit the brand mentions · Glycerin, Bifida ferment lysate + 12 moreWorks
“Enriched with antioxidant Biacalin, probiotic-derived Bifidus and the signature Vichy Mineralising Thermal Water, the day cream effortlessly smoothes over the visage, enveloping skin in a veil of essential and long-lasting moisture.”
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, sodium hyaluronate.
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, dimethiconol.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy2 strong irritants: Parfum, MenthoxypropanediolMedium 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%
Octocrylene~4.9–6%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A weak sunscreen that protects against the sun rays that cause sunburn (UVB) and is somewhat effective against the UVA rays. It is quite stable and can help stabilize other, more vulnerable, sunscreen ingredients like Avobenzone. It is an organic, or so called "chemical" sunscreen
More about OctocryleneGlycerin~4–4.9%
- 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 GlycerinHomosalate~3.6–4.4%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A weak sunscreen that offers some protection against the sun rays that cause sunburn (UVB), but does not offer meaningful protection against protect against the most aging sun rays (UVA). It loses its effectiveness quickly when exposed to sunlight. It is an organic, or so called "chemical" sunscreen. When used in low concentrations, helps to stabilize the product formulation
More about HomosalateEthylhexyl salicylate~3.2–3.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Octisalate. A UV filter. It offers some protection against the sun rays that cause sunburn (UVB), but does not protect against the most aging sun rays (UVA). It loses its effectiveness quickly when exposed to sunlight. It is an organic, or so called "chemical" sunscreen
More about Ethylhexyl salicylateBifida ferment lysate~1.9–2.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Consists of remains of dead yeast bacteria cells. Helps to hydrate the skin and reduce irritation. Might has some anti-oxidant effect
More about Bifida ferment lysateAlcohol denat.~1.7–2%
- Irritation risk
- High
Produces temporary toning effect. Can help dissolve other ingredients or preserve products
More about Alcohol denat.Butyl methoxydibenzoylmethane~2–2.5%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Avobenzone. An organic, or so-called "chemical" UV filter. Protects against both UVA and UVB rays. Needs to be combined with other filters in a formulation to be stable.
More about Butyl methoxydibenzoylmethaneDimethicone~1.3–1.6%
- 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 DimethiconeSucrose tristearate~1–1.2%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oil and water mix together
More about Sucrose tristearatePentaerythrityl tetraethylhexanoate~0.8–1.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a nice product consistency while softening the upper layer of the skin
More about Pentaerythrityl tetraethylhexanoateSilica~1–1.2%
Tocopherol~0.6–0.85%
- 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 TocopherolIsopropyl lauroyl sarcosinate~0.55–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and create a nice product consistency
More about Isopropyl lauroyl sarcosinateSynthetic wax~0.55–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to stabilize product formulations and thicken product consistency
More about Synthetic waxPolysorbate 61~0.5–0.8%
Cetyl alcohol~0.55–0.8%
- 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 alcoholHdi/trimethylol hexyllactone crosspolymer~0.45–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a silky product texture and add volume to products
More about Hdi/trimethylol hexyllactone crosspolymerCi 17200~0.4–0.65%
Ci 77891~0.45–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Ci 77491~0.35–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A red colorant made of iron oxide. Typically is not irritating
More about Ci 77491Ci 77492~0.35–0.6%
Ci 77499~0.3–0.6%
Stearic acid~0.45–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps oil and water mix together and works as an emollient
More about Stearic acidDimethicone/vinyl dimethicone crosspolymer~0.3–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to stabilize product formulations and create a nice product texture
More about Dimethicone/vinyl dimethicone crosspolymerDimethiconol~0.35–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A silicone that makes products more spreadable and keeps skin smooth. Helps to add gloss to skin and may visually fill in fine lines/wrinkles for short time
More about DimethiconolTriethanolamine~0.3–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used to adjust pH of the product and can help improve the product's smell
More about TriethanolamineParfum~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumSodium stearoyl glutamate~0.4–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oil and water mix together
More about Sodium stearoyl glutamateSodium polyacrylate~0.35–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a gel-like product texture, as well as to stabilize emulsions
More about Sodium polyacrylateSodium hyaluronate~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin
More about Sodium hyaluronateMyristic acid~0.35–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
Helps oil and water mix together. Could be comedogenic
More about Myristic acidSodium benzoate~0.25–0.5%
Palmitic acid~0.35–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that is naturally present in skin and helps soften it
More about Palmitic acidPhenoxyethanol~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolAmmonium acryloyldimethyltaurate/steareth-25 methacrylate crosspolymer~0.3–0.55%
Ammonium polyacryloyldimethyl taurate~0.3–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a thicker product consistency
More about Ammonium polyacryloyldimethyl taurateAscorbyl glucoside~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A vitamin C derivative that is more stable but less potent than pure form of vitamin C. Has a potential to boost collagen production, nutralise free radicals and reduce hyperpigmentation, but the required concentration is likely to be much higher than for the pure form of vitamin C, limiting the ingredient's effectiveness in products
More about Ascorbyl glucosideDisodium edta~0.25–0.45%
Dipotassium glycyrrhizate~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A salt derived from licorice. Works as an emollient to soften the upper layer of the skin and can help calm down inflammation. Might be helpful for skin lightening
More about Dipotassium glycyrrhizateCapryloyl salicylic acid~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- High
Caprylyl glycol~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps preserve products and creates a nice product texture
More about Caprylyl glycolScutellaria baicalensis root extract~0.15–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that might contain a compound baicalin that could be helpful in neutralizing free radicals and reducing inflammation in skin. The baicalin concentration in skincare products is often too low for an effective action. Can be used for its fragrant properties
More about Scutellaria baicalensis root extractMenthoxypropanediol~0.15–0.3%
T-butyl alcohol~0.15–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used to dissolve other ingredients and to improve smell of products. It could be irritating
More about T-butyl alcoholPoly c10-30 alkyl acrylate~0.1–0.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Poly c10-30 alkyl acrylate~0.1–0.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Ingredient list view
Water, Octocrylene, Glycerin, Homosalate, Ethylhexyl salicylate, Bifida ferment lysate, Alcohol denat., Butyl methoxydibenzoylmethane, Dimethicone, Sucrose tristearate, Pentaerythrityl tetraethylhexanoate, Silica, Tocopherol, Isopropyl lauroyl sarcosinate, Synthetic wax, Polysorbate 61, Cetyl alcohol, Hdi/trimethylol hexyllactone crosspolymer, Ci 17200, Ci 77891, Ci 77491, Ci 77492, Ci 77499, Stearic acid, Dimethicone/vinyl dimethicone crosspolymer, Dimethiconol, Triethanolamine, Parfum, Sodium stearoyl glutamate, Sodium polyacrylate, Sodium hyaluronate, Myristic acid, Sodium benzoate, Palmitic acid, Phenoxyethanol, Ammonium acryloyldimethyltaurate/steareth-25 methacrylate crosspolymer, Ammonium polyacryloyldimethyl taurate, Ascorbyl glucoside, Disodium edta, Dipotassium glycyrrhizate, Capryloyl salicylic acid, Caprylyl glycol, Scutellaria baicalensis root extract, Menthoxypropanediol, T-butyl alcohol, Poly c10-30 alkyl acrylate, Poly c10-30 alkyl acrylate
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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.
| VichySlow Âge Day CreamYOUR PRODUCT | GarnierGreen Labs Hyalu-Melon Replumping Serum Cream SPF 30 | La Roche-PosayToleriane Double Repair Matte Face Moisturizer SPF 30 for Oily Skin | L'Oréal ParisWrinkle Expert 55+ Age Defense Lotion SPF | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 61% | 59% | 56% |
| Price | — | — | $25.99 | $9.99 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 8 of 13 | 7 of 13 | 9 of 13 |
| Key difference | — | — | Niacinamide | Calcium Pca |
| Irritancy | Medium | Medium | Low | Medium |
| SPF | SPF 30 | SPF 30 | SPF 30 | SPF 30 |
| Drying alcohol | Contains drying alcohol | — | — | — |
| View product | Shop | Shop | Shop |
More alternatives: Kiehl's Super Multi-Corrective Cream SPF 30Lancôme Rènergie Lift Multi-Action Ultra Face Cream SPF 30
Product summary
Based on the ingredient list, we assess that "Vichy - Slow Âge Day Cream" can provide reliable sun protection. It can protect from both UVA and UVB rays. This is great news because not all sunscreens with SPF ratings give UVA protection. (UVA rays do not cause sunburn, but still damage our skin and lead to early aging).
Its formula is also hydrating, so you might not need an additional moistruizer during the day. Like all broad-spectrum sunscreens, this product has an anti-aging benefit.
Sunscreen filters
This sunscreen uses a mixture of both mineral and organic (so-called "chemical") UV filters. The organic filters in the product are: avobenzone, octisalate, homosalate and octocrylene. As for the mineral filters, this sunscreen uses titanium dioxide.
Irritation risk
This formulation includes some common irritants, including ingredients that do not provide a benefit for the skin. We assess the overall irritancy of this moisturizer to be medium. For a detailed overview of all potential irritants: click here
You can see the detailed formula review with the breakdown of all actives in the product and the full ingredient list with estimated concentrations in the tables below.
Price
The product retails from 24.00£ up to 32.00£ in the United Kingdom and for 30.00$ in the United States.
For a detailed price comparison: click here.
Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 23 studies and safety reviews.
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- 3Bifidobacterium longumlysate, a new ingredient forreactive skinonlinelibrary.wiley.com
- 4Use of Probiotics for Dermal Applicationsresearchgate.net
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- 6Final Report on the Safety Assessment of Dimethicone Copolyoljournals.sagepub.com
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