COOLA Mineral Face Organic Tinted Sunscreen Lotion Sheer Matte SPF 30 Versus IMAGE skincare Daily Prevention Advanced Smartblend Mineral Moisturizer SPF 50+
Updated on October 07, 2024
Overview
What they are
These products are both cruelty-free sunscreens. They have a total of 12 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain SPF
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for fighting acne, anti aging, dry skin, brightening skin, sensitive skin, reducing pores, scar healing and better texture
Free From
They both do not contain any parabens or sulfates
What's Inside
They both contain fragrances
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Ingredient Info
COOLA Mineral Face Organic Tinted Sunscreen Lotion Sheer Matte SPF 30 41 ingredients
IMAGE skincare Daily Prevention Advanced Smartblend Mineral Moisturizer SPF 50+ 48 ingredients
What's inside (and what isn't)
What's inside (and what isn't)
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COOLA Mineral Face Organic Tinted Sunscreen Lotion Sheer Matte SPF 30 41 ingredients
IMAGE skincare Daily Prevention Advanced Smartblend Mineral Moisturizer SPF 50+ 48 ingredients
Key Ingredients
Benefits
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Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Zinc Oxide 10.5%
Cosmetic Colorant
Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice
Skin Conditioning
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
Masking
Butyloctyl Salicylate
Skin Conditioning
Polyglyceryl-4 Laurate/Succinate
Glycerin
Humectant
Methyl Methacrylate Crosspolymer
Poly C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate
Emulsion StabilisingSorbitan Oleate
Emulsifying
Trimethoxybenzylidene Pentanedione
Antioxidant
Arachidyl Alcohol
EmollientHydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer
Emulsion StabilisingCarthamus Tinctorius Oleosomes
Emollient
Mauritia Flexuosa Fruit Oil
Skin Conditioning
Rubus Idaeus Seed Oil
Emollient
Limnanthes Alba Seed Oil
Skin Conditioning
Oenothera Biennis Oil
Emollient
Rosa Canina Seed Oil
Emollient
Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil
Emollient
Ricinus Communis Seed Oil
Masking
Opuntia Vulgaris Extract
Skin ConditioningBehenyl Alcohol
Emollient
Polyhydroxystearic Acid
Emulsifying
Isostearic Acid
Cleansing
Benzyl Alcohol
Perfuming
Arachidyl Glucoside
EmulsifyingXanthan Gum
Emulsifying1,2-Hexanediol
Skin Conditioning
Caprylyl Glycol
EmollientCitric Acid
Buffering
Hydrogenated Polyisobutene
EmollientIron Oxides
CI 77891
Cosmetic ColorantSorbitan Isostearate
Emulsifying
CI 77492
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77491
Cosmetic ColorantDisteardimonium Hectorite
StabilisingCI 77499
Cosmetic ColorantPropylene Carbonate
SolventGluconolactone
Skin Conditioning
Sodium Benzoate
Masking
Zinc Oxide 10.5%, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Butyloctyl Salicylate, Polyglyceryl-4 Laurate/Succinate, Glycerin, Methyl Methacrylate Crosspolymer, Poly C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate, Sorbitan Oleate, Trimethoxybenzylidene Pentanedione, Arachidyl Alcohol, Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer, Carthamus Tinctorius Oleosomes, Mauritia Flexuosa Fruit Oil, Rubus Idaeus Seed Oil, Limnanthes Alba Seed Oil, Oenothera Biennis Oil, Rosa Canina Seed Oil, Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil, Ricinus Communis Seed Oil, Opuntia Vulgaris Extract, Behenyl Alcohol, Polyhydroxystearic Acid, Isostearic Acid, Benzyl Alcohol, Arachidyl Glucoside, Xanthan Gum, 1,2-Hexanediol, Caprylyl Glycol, Citric Acid, Hydrogenated Polyisobutene, Iron Oxides, CI 77891, Sorbitan Isostearate, CI 77492, CI 77491, Disteardimonium Hectorite, CI 77499, Propylene Carbonate, Gluconolactone, Sodium Benzoate
Zinc Oxide 10.5%
Cosmetic Colorant
Titanium Dioxide 3.7%
Cosmetic Colorant
Water
Skin ConditioningC13-15 Alkane
SolventCaprylic/Capric Triglyceride
Masking
Butyloctyl Salicylate
Skin Conditioning
Polyglyceryl-3 Polyricinoleate
Emulsifying
Squalane
Emollient
Coco-Caprylate/Caprate
Emollient
Disteardimonium Hectorite
StabilisingPolyglyceryl-10 Dioleate
Emulsifying
Polyhydroxystearic Acid
Emulsifying
Cetyl Dimethicone
Emollient
Glycerin
Humectant
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Propanediol
Solvent
Stearic Acid
Cleansing
Styrene/Acrylates Copolymer
Tocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Acetyl Zingerone
Antioxidant
Hydrated Silica
Abrasive
Alumina
Abrasive
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningAllantoin
Skin Conditioning
Phosphatidylcholine
EmulsifyingMannitol
Humectant
Vanilla Planifolia Fruit Extract
Skin Conditioning
Enteromorpha Compressa Extract
Skin ProtectingTriethoxycaprylylsilane
Methylpropanediol
SolventEctoin
Skin Conditioning
Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract
Antimicrobial
Silybum Marianum Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningOcimum Sanctum Leaf Extract
Skin Conditioning
Caprylyl Glycol
EmollientPalmitic Acid
Emollient
Haematococcus Pluvialis Extract
Antioxidant
Sodium Benzoate
Masking
Potassium Sorbate
Preservative
Tetrahexyldecyl Ascorbate
Antioxidant
Panthenol
Skin Conditioning
Tocopherol
Antioxidant
Citric Acid
Buffering
Phenylpropanol
Masking
Magnesium Oxide
AbsorbentCI 77499
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77491
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77492
Cosmetic ColorantZinc Oxide 10.5%, Titanium Dioxide 3.7%, Water, C13-15 Alkane, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Butyloctyl Salicylate, Polyglyceryl-3 Polyricinoleate, Squalane, Coco-Caprylate/Caprate, Disteardimonium Hectorite, Polyglyceryl-10 Dioleate, Polyhydroxystearic Acid, Cetyl Dimethicone, Glycerin, Phenoxyethanol, Propanediol, Stearic Acid, Styrene/Acrylates Copolymer, Tocopheryl Acetate, Acetyl Zingerone, Hydrated Silica, Alumina, Ethylhexylglycerin, Allantoin, Phosphatidylcholine, Mannitol, Vanilla Planifolia Fruit Extract, Enteromorpha Compressa Extract, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, Methylpropanediol, Ectoin, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Silybum Marianum Fruit Extract, Ocimum Sanctum Leaf Extract, Caprylyl Glycol, Palmitic Acid, Haematococcus Pluvialis Extract, Sodium Benzoate, Potassium Sorbate, Tetrahexyldecyl Ascorbate, Panthenol, Tocopherol, Citric Acid, Phenylpropanol, Magnesium Oxide, CI 77499, CI 77491, CI 77492
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
Butyloctyl Salicylate is similar to octisalate. It a photostabilizer, SPF booster, emollient and solvent. Its main purpose is to evenly spread out ingredients.
This ingredient is a common sunscreen ingredient carrier and photostabilizer. According to a manufacturer, it is suitable for carrying micro Titanium Dioxide, Zinc Oxide, and pigments.
Photostabilizers help stabilize UV-filters and prevents them from degrading quickly.
Due to regulation loopholes, this ingredient is not required to be labeled as an active chemical filter like other UV ingredients. This is why you'll likely find this ingredient in mineral sunscreens from the US.
According to EU regulation, this ingredient can cause harmful effects to aquatic life.
Learn more about Butyloctyl SalicylateThis ingredient is an emollient, solvent, and texture enhancer. It is considered a skin-softener by helping the skin prevent moisture loss.
It helps thicken a product's formula and makes it easier to spread by dissolving clumping compounds.
Caprylic Triglyceride is made by combining glycerin with coconut oil, forming a clear liquid.
While there is an assumption Caprylic Triglyceride can clog pores due to it being derived from coconut oil, there is no research supporting this.
Learn more about Caprylic/Capric TriglycerideCaprylyl Glycol is a humectant and emollient, meaning it attracts and preserves moisture.
It is a common ingredient in many products, especially those designed to hydrate skin. The primary benefits are retaining moisture, skin softening, and promoting a healthy skin barrier.
Though Caprylyl Glycol is an alcohol derived from fatty acids, it is not the kind that can dry out skin.
This ingredient is also used as a preservative to extend the life of products. It has slight antimicrobial properties.
Learn more about Caprylyl GlycolCi 77491 is also hydrated iron III oxide. It's sole purpose is to give a red/pink hue to products.
Iron III oxides are classified as inorganic chemicals for coloring.
Synthetically created Ci 77491 is considered safer than those naturally found. This is because the synthetically created version may contain less impurities. Iron oxides are generally non-toxic and non-allergenic.
Learn more about CI 77491Ci 77492 is also hydrated iron III oxide. It's sole purpose is to give a yellow hue to products.
Iron III oxides are classified as inorganic chemicals for coloring.
Synthetically created Ci 77492 is considered safer than those naturally found. This is because the synthetically created version may contain less impurities. Iron oxides are generally non-toxic and non-allergenic.
Learn more about CI 77492Ci 77499 is also hydrated iron III oxide. It is created from mixing red and black iron oxides. This helps give shades of darkness to a product.
Iron III oxides are classified as inorganic chemicals for coloring.
Citric Acid is an AHA derived from citrus fruits (think oranges, lemons, and limes!).
As an AHA, Citric Acid removes the top layer of skin cells from the newer layer of skin underneath. This helps skin to remove dark spots and even out skin tone.
If you spot Citric Acid near the end of an ingredient list, it's likely there as a pH adjuster rather than an active ingredient.
Read more about some other popular AHA's here:
Learn more about Citric AcidDisteardimonium Hectorite comes from the clay mineral named hectorite. It is used to add thickness to a product.
It can also help stabilize a product by helping to disperse other ingredients.
Hectorite is a rare, white clay mineral.
Learn more about Disteardimonium HectoriteGlycerin is already naturally found in your skin. It helps moisturize and protect your skin.
A study from 2016 found glycerin to be more effective as a humectant than AHAs and hyaluronic acid.
As a humectant, it helps the skin stay hydrated by pulling moisture to your skin. The low molecular weight of glycerin allows it to pull moisture into the deeper layers of your skin.
Hydrated skin improves your skin barrier; Your skin barrier helps protect against irritants and bacteria.
Glycerin has also been found to have antimicrobial and antiviral properties. Due to these properties, glycerin is often used in wound and burn treatments.
In cosmetics, glycerin is usually derived from plants such as soybean or palm. However, it can also be sourced from animals, such as tallow or animal fat.
This ingredient is organic, colorless, odorless, and non-toxic.
Glycerin is the name for this ingredient in American English. British English uses Glycerol/Glycerine.
Learn more about GlycerinPolyhydroxystearic Acid is a soft wax made from castor oil.
It is is a texture thickener, emulsifier, and film-former. Emulsifiers prevent ingredients from separating, such as oils and waters.
Polyhydroxystearic Acid may not be fungal acne safe.
Learn more about Polyhydroxystearic AcidSodium Benzoate is a preservative. It's used in both cosmetic and food products to inhibit the growth of mold and bacteria. It is typically produced synthetically.
Both the US FDA and EU Health Committee have approved the use of sodium benzoate. In the US, levels of 0.1% (of the total product) are allowed.
Sodium benzoate works as a preservative by inhibiting the growth of bacteria inside of cells. It prevents the cell from fermenting a type of sugar using an enzyme called phosphofructokinase.
It is the salt of benzoic acid. Foods containing sodium benzoate include soda, salad dressings, condiments, fruit juices, wines, and snack foods.
Studies for using ascorbic acid and sodium benzoate in cosmetics are lacking, especially in skincare routines with multiple steps.
We always recommend speaking with a professional, such as a dermatologist, if you have any concerns.
Learn more about Sodium BenzoateZinc Oxide is a mineral broad-spectrum UV filter; it is the broadest UVA and UVB reflector approved by the FDA. While it is most commonly man-made for cosmetics, it can naturally occur in zincite, a rare mineral.
Today, traditional and nano-sized zinc oxide can be found in beauty products. Nano-sized zinc oxide can enhance a product's UV protection. While it is not believed to have a negative effect on skin, nano-zinc oxide may be harmful to coral reefs - though the verdict is not entirely out on this one.
Zinc Oxide also has antibacterial and calming properties. It is not water soluble.
Zinc has been used throughout history as an ingredient in paint and medicine. An Indian text from 500BC is believed to list zinc oxide as a salve for open wound. The Ancient Greek physician Dioscorides has also mentioned the use of zinc as an ointment in 1AD.
Learn more about Zinc OxideIngredient Ratings
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