Neoretin Discrom Control Ultra Emulsion Versus Vichy Liftactiv Peptide-C

Neoretin Discrom Control Ultra Emulsion Versus Vichy Liftactiv Peptide-C

This brightening emulsion is formulated around Niacinamide and Tranexamic Acid to fade the look of dark spots and brighten dull-looking skin.

This anti-aging moisturizer is formulated around Adenosine and Ascorbyl Glucoside to soften the look of wrinkles and brighten dull-looking skin.

What's inside

Key Ingredients

Benefits

Concerns

Ingredients Side-by-side

Cyclopentasiloxane

Water

Caprylyl Methicone

Trisiloxane

PEG-7 Glyceryl Cocoate

Pentylene Glycol

C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate

Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer

Niacinamide

Dimethyl Isosorbide

Undecane

Acetyl Glucosamine

Tranexamic Acid

Lauryl Polyglyceryl-3 Polydimethylsiloxyethyl Dimethicone

PEG-12 Dimethicone/PPG-20 Crosspolymer

Tridecane

Methyl Methacrylate/Glycol Dimethacrylate Crosspolymer

Bisabolol

Sodium Hyaluronate Crosspolymer

Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate

Deschampsia Antarctica Leaf Extract

Hexylresorcinol

Retinol

Hydroxypinacolone Retinoate

Ascorbic Acid

Phenylpropanol

Silica Silylate

Zea Mays Starch

Trisodium Ethylenediamine Disuccinate

Caprylyl Glycol

Propanediol

Polysorbate 20

Silica

Dimethicone

Propyl Gallate

Sodium Chloride

Tocopheryl Acetate

Tocopherol

Disodium EDTA

BHT

Parfum

Cyclopentasiloxane, Water, Caprylyl Methicone, Trisiloxane, PEG-7 Glyceryl Cocoate, Pentylene Glycol, C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate, Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Niacinamide, Dimethyl Isosorbide, Undecane, Acetyl Glucosamine, Tranexamic Acid, Lauryl Polyglyceryl-3 Polydimethylsiloxyethyl Dimethicone, PEG-12 Dimethicone/PPG-20 Crosspolymer, Tridecane, Methyl Methacrylate/Glycol Dimethacrylate Crosspolymer, Bisabolol, Sodium Hyaluronate Crosspolymer, Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate, Deschampsia Antarctica Leaf Extract, Hexylresorcinol, Retinol, Hydroxypinacolone Retinoate, Ascorbic Acid, Phenylpropanol, Silica Silylate, Zea Mays Starch, Trisodium Ethylenediamine Disuccinate, Caprylyl Glycol, Propanediol, Polysorbate 20, Silica, Dimethicone, Propyl Gallate, Sodium Chloride, Tocopheryl Acetate, Tocopherol, Disodium EDTA, BHT, Parfum

Glycerin

Isohexadecane

Alcohol Denat.

Hydroxyethylpiperazine Ethane Sulfonic Acid

Synthetic Wax

PEG-10 Dimethicone

Eperua Falcata Bark Extract

PEG-30 Dipolyhydroxystearate

Stearyl Alcohol

Sorbitan Oleate

Dimethicone/PEG-10/15 Crosspolymer

Dimethicone/Polyglycerin-3 Crosspolymer

Ceteareth-6

Sodium Acrylates Copolymer

Sodium Citrate

Sodium Hydroxide

Sodium Phytate

Cyclodextrin

Adenosine

Ascorbyl Glucoside

Nylon-12

Isopropyl Alcohol

Propylene Carbonate

Dipropylene Glycol

Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride

Acetyl Tetrapeptide-9

Synthetic Fluorphlogopite

Disteardimonium Hectorite

Dextrin

Pisum Sativum Extract

Phenoxyethanol

CI 15985

CI 77891

Water, Glycerin, Dimethicone, Isohexadecane, Alcohol Denat., Silica, Hydroxyethylpiperazine Ethane Sulfonic Acid, Propanediol, Synthetic Wax, PEG-10 Dimethicone, Eperua Falcata Bark Extract, PEG-30 Dipolyhydroxystearate, Stearyl Alcohol, Sorbitan Oleate, Dimethicone/PEG-10/15 Crosspolymer, Dimethicone/Polyglycerin-3 Crosspolymer, Ceteareth-6, Sodium Acrylates Copolymer, Sodium Citrate, Sodium Hydroxide, Sodium Phytate, Cyclodextrin, Adenosine, Ascorbyl Glucoside, Nylon-12, Isopropyl Alcohol, Propylene Carbonate, Dipropylene Glycol, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Caprylyl Glycol, Acetyl Tetrapeptide-9, Synthetic Fluorphlogopite, Disteardimonium Hectorite, Dextrin, Pisum Sativum Extract, Tocopherol, Phenoxyethanol, CI 15985, CI 77891, Parfum

Alternatives

Ingredients Explained

These ingredients are found in both products.

Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.

Caprylyl Glycol is a humectant, skin conditioner, emollient, and preservative booster derived from either caprylic acid or synthetically created.

Typical use levels vary from 0.3-1% as a preservative booster and go up to 2% to condition skin.

Because it is not a free-fatty acid, this ingredient is fungal acne safe (there's nothing for Malassezia to feed on).

Dimethicone is a type of synthetic silicone created from natural materials such as quartz. It is also known as polydimethylsiloxane.

What it does:

Dimethicone comes in different viscosities:

Depending on the viscosity, dimethicone has different properties.

Ingredients lists don't always show which type is used, so we recommend reaching out to the brand if you have questions about the viscosity.

This ingredient is unlikely to cause irritation because it does not get absorbed into skin. However, people with silicone allergies should be careful about using this ingredient.

Note: Dimethicone may contribute to pilling. This is because it is not oil or water soluble, so pilling may occur when layered with products. When mixed with heavy oils in a formula, the outcome is also quite greasy.

Parfum is a catch-all term for an ingredient or more that is used to give a scent to products.

Also called "fragrance", this ingredient can be a blend of hundreds of chemicals or plant oils. This means every product with "fragrance" or "parfum" in the ingredients list is a different mixture.

For instance, Habanolide is a proprietary trade name for a specific aroma chemical. When used as a fragrance ingredient in cosmetics, most aroma chemicals fall under the broad labeling category of “FRAGRANCE” or “PARFUM” according to EU and US regulations.

The term 'parfum' or 'fragrance' is not regulated in many countries. In many cases, it is up to the brand to define this term.

For instance, many brands choose to label themselves as "fragrance-free" because they are not using synthetic fragrances. However, their products may still contain ingredients such as essential oils that are considered a fragrance by INCI standards.

One example is Calendula flower extract. Calendula is an essential oil that still imparts a scent or 'fragrance'.

Depending on the blend, the ingredients in the mixture can cause allergies and sensitivities on the skin. Some ingredients that are known EU allergens include linalool and citronellol.

Parfum can also be used to mask or cover an unpleasant scent.

The bottom line is: not all fragrances/parfum/ingredients are created equally. If you are worried about fragrances, we recommend taking a closer look at an ingredient. And of course, we always recommend speaking with a professional.

Propanediol is an all-star ingredient. It softens, hydrates, and smooths the skin.

It’s often used to:

Propanediol is not likely to cause sensitivity and considered safe to use. It is derived from corn or petroleum with a clear color and no scent.

Silica, also known as silicon dioxide, is a naturally occurring mineral. It is used as a fine, spherical, and porous powder in cosmetics.

Though it has exfoliant properties, the function of silica varies depending on the product.

The unique structure of silica enhances the spreadability and adds smoothness, making it a great texture enhancer.

It is also used as an active carrier, emulsifier, and mattifier due to its ability to absorb excess oil.

In some products, tiny microneedles called spicules are made from silica or hydrolyzed sponge. When you rub them in, they lightly polish away dead skin layers and enhance the penetration of active ingredients.

Tocopherol is a fat-soluble antioxidant known as Vitamin E.

You'll find this ingredient in the vast majority of skincare (for good reason). It works to neutralize free radicals, or unstable molecules generated by UV exposure, pollution, and other environmental stressors, before they can cause oxidative damage to your skin cells.

Topically applied tocopherol has been shown to protect against UV damage by ramping up the skin's own natural defense enzymes.

It also acts as a skin conditioning agent; some studies show that regular topical use can improve the skin's water-binding capacity over 2-4 weeks.

This ingredient is especially loved for being a team player. When combined with Vitamin C, the photoprotective effect of both ingredients roughly doubles and the combo also helps reduce UV-induced DNA damage.

This ingredient has some brightening potential but it's more of a prevention ingredient than spot-fader. Cell studies show it can slow down melanin production but it's worth noting that it's not the most powerful brightener out there.

In formulations, it also serves as a stabilizer that helps protect other oxidation-prone ingredients from degrading.

Concentrations usually range from 0.1-1% in most leave-on products.

Water. It's the most common cosmetic ingredient of all. You'll usually see it at the top of ingredient lists, meaning that it makes up the largest part of the product.

So why is it so popular? Water most often acts as a solvent - this means that it helps dissolve other ingredients into the formulation.

You'll also recognize water as that liquid we all need to stay alive. If you see this, drink a glass of water. Remember to stay hydrated!

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