Comparison between The Ordinary Multi-Peptide Serum For Hair Density vs. Vichy Dercos Energising

Find out which product is better for your skin.

36 Ingredients 21

1
Water
1
Water
2
Propanediol
2
Sodium Laureth Sulfate
3
Butylene Glycol
3
Citric Acid
4
Glycerin
4
Disodium Cocoamphodiacetate
5
Caffeine
5
Glycol Distearate
6
Biotinoyl Tripeptide-1
6
Ammonium Hydroxide
7
Acetyl Tetrapeptide-3
7
Carbomer
8
Larix Europaea Wood Extract
8
Diaminopyrimidine Oxide
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Uniqueness34 out of 36
94.4%
Uniqueness19 out of 21
90.5%

Positive Effects

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ECO Metrics

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Vegan
No
No
Cruelty free
Yes
No
Reef friendly
Yes
Yes
Ozone layer safe
Yes
Yes
Organic score
natural
11 out of 36
31%
chemical
22 out of 36
61%
natural
3 out of 21
14%
chemical
16 out of 21
76%

Concerns

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Components by Skin Type

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Dry skin
Positive: 4Negative: 0
Butylene Glycol#3Glycerin#4Caffeine#5Glycine#18
Oily skin
Positive: 1Negative: 0
Camellia Sinensis (Green Tea) Leaf Extract#14
Sensitive skin
Positive: 0Negative: 1
Lactic Acid#21
Dry skin
Positive: 2Negative: 1
Panthenol#12Propylene Glycol#15Sodium Laureth Sulfate#2
Oily skin
Positive: 1Negative: 0
Salicylic Acid#17
Sensitive skin
Positive: 0Negative: 2
Citric Acid#3Salicylic Acid#17

Detailed view

The Ordinary Multi-Peptide Serum For Hair Density vs. Vichy Dercos Energising
Position 1
Both products have the same component on this position.

#1Water

Origin: natural
Role: Solvent
EWG Rating [ 1 ]

Water is a great solvent. It’s neutral and doesn’t provide any strong positive or negative effects. It just helps components to mix better and to transport active components.

Position 2

#2Propanediol

Origin: chemical
Role: Solvent, Viscosity controlling agent
Moisturizing
Hair conditioning
EWG Rating [ 2 ]

Propanediol is a good solvent, emollient and humectant. It helps to moisturize the skin and prevent moisture loss. In haircare products, it conditions hair and improves absorption of the product.

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#2Sodium Laureth Sulfate

Origin: chemical
Role: Cleansing agent, Emulsifying agent, Surfactant
Cleansing
Sulfates
Comedogenic rating [ 3 ]
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
Bad for dry skin
Bad for dry skin
Position 3

#3Butylene Glycol

Origin: chemical
Role: Skin conditioning agent, Fragrance ingredient, Humectant, Masking, Solvent, Viscosity controlling agent
Moisturizing
Softening
Hair protection
Comedogenic rating [ 1 ]
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
CIR Rating [ A ]
Good for dry skin
Good for dry skin

Butylene Glycol is a very popular synthetic alcohol. It helps the product to absorb deeper and faster. It is also a solvent for other ingredients. As for the skin benefits, it helps to attract water and helps to make the skin softer.

Unlike many other “Glycols”, it is not harmful and that's why it is used in many products. It was approved by US FDA and US EPA for usage.

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#3Citric Acid

Origin: natural
Role: Buffering agent, Chelating agent, Fragrance ingredient, Masking
Antioxidants
Cleansing
Exfoliating
Soothing
Lightening
Lifting
Hair growth stimulating
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
CIR Rating [ A ]

Citric Acid is one of the AHAs and it is a super useful component! It’s a great antioxidant. It acts as a soft peeling that removes dead cells and kills bacteria. It becomes even more effective if used with other cosmetic acids. Combined formulations are more active, but can irritate sensitive skin if used too often. The component can also whiten the skin and remove dark areas.

It's an exfoliator, meaning it increases UV sensitivity of your skin. That's why it's very important to use sunscreen after it.
Position 4

#4Glycerin

Origin: natural
Role: Fragrance ingredient, Hair conditioning, Humectant, Solvent, Viscosity controlling agent
Moisturizing
Softening
Hair structure improvement
Hair gloss
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
CIR Rating [ A ]
Good for dry skin
Good for dry skin

Glycerin is one of the most outstanding and helpful skincare components. It's used in many skincare products because it works and provides notable results. It's one of the best moisturizers. Molecules of Glycerin can absorb water and deliver it into deep layers of the skin making it hydrated.

The component is researched very well. Many scientific researches confirm the safety and the efficiency of the component.

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#4Disodium Cocoamphodiacetate

Origin: chemical
Role: Skin conditioning agent, Cleansing agent, Foam booster, Hair conditioning, Surfactant
Cleansing
Hair conditioning
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
CIR Rating [ A ]
Position 5

#5Caffeine

Origin: natural
Role: Skin conditioning agent, Fragrance ingredient, Masking
Antioxidants
UV Protection
Anticellulite
Tones up skin
Hair growth stimulating
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
Good for dry skin
Good for dry skin

Caffeine stimulates all the processes inside skin cells. It's very effective for reducing swelling on the face (especially great for under the eyes area). The effectiveness depends on the concentration, the more component you apply the better the effect will be.

It also tones up the skin making it look younger. It's great for dry skin because it stimulates the synthesis of cholesterol, a chemical that helps to form a protective layer on the surface of the epidermis.

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#5Glycol Distearate

Origin: chemical
Role: Skin conditioning agent, Emollient, Emulsifying agent, Viscosity controlling agent
Softening
Malassezia unsafe
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
CIR Rating [ A ]
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