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Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of Garnier Protetor Hidratante Matte SPF 30 Brazil versus Neutrogena Rapid Wrinkle Repair Daily Retinol Anti-Wrinkle Moisturizer SPF 30 .

Last updated on February 13, 2024. Published on March 22, 2024

Overview

Cool Features

They both contain exfoliants, SPF and Vitamin C

Suited For

They're both likely to be good for anti aging, dry skin, brightening skin, scar healing, dark spots and better texture

Free From

They both do not contain any oils, parabens or sulfates

What's Inside

They both contain fragrances

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Sunscreen French Brand France
General Moisturizer American Brand United States

Sunscreen

Sunscreens help absorb or reflect UV radiation and protect skin against skin damage. Sunscreens may come in the form of lotion, gel, foam, spray, or solid-stick.

General Moisturizer

All-purpose moisturizers hydrate the top layer of skin cells.

Price

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Ingredient Info

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alcohol-free
silicon-free
fragrance-free
sulfate-free
paraben-free
oil-free
fungal-acne safe
reef-safe
eu-allergen-free
vegan
cruelty-free
spf rating
30
alcohol-free
silicon-free
fragrance-free
sulfate-free
paraben-free
oil-free
fungal-acne safe
reef-safe
eu-allergen-free
vegan
cruelty-free
spf rating
30

At a glance

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Notable Ingredients

Chemical UV Filter (4)
Mineral UV Filter
Vitamin C
Exfoliators

Benefits

Hydrating
Redness Reducing
Skin Texture
Anti-Aging
Dark Spots
Scar Healing
Brightening (2)

Concerns

May Worsen Oily Skin (2)
Acne Trigger
Irritating (3)
Rosacea (5)
Eczema (4)

Notable Ingredients

Chemical UV Filter (4)
Retinoid
Vitamin C
Exfoliators
Hyaluronic Acid

Benefits

Hydrating
Good For Oily Skin
Skin Texture
Reduces Large Pores
Anti-Aging
Dark Spots
Scar Healing
Acne Fighting
Brightening (3)

Concerns

Drying
Irritating (2)
Rosacea (4)
Eczema (4)
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1
What it does: Skin Conditioning, Solvent
Community Rating: Loved

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. Talk about multi-purpose! If you see this, drink a glass of water. Stay hydrated!

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Garnier Protetor Hidratante Matte SPF 30 Brazil contains this as ingredient number 1.

Neutrogena Rapid Wrinkle Repair Daily Retinol Anti-Wrinkle Moisturizer SPF 30 contains this as ingredient number 5.

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What it does: Emollient, Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Liked

Isononyl Isononanoate is a synthetic skin-conditioner and texture enhancer. It is created from nonanoic acid, a fatty acid found in cocoa and lavender oil.

As an emollient, Isononyl Isononanoate helps keep your skin soft and smooth. This is because emollients create a barrier on the skin to trap moisture in.

Isononyl Isononanoate helps give products a velvet feel and improves spreadability.

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Garnier Protetor Hidratante Matte SPF 30 Brazil contains this as ingredient number 2.

Neutrogena Rapid Wrinkle Repair Daily Retinol Anti-Wrinkle Moisturizer SPF 30 contains this as ingredient number 7.

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What it does: UV Absorber, UV Filter
Community Rating: Very Disliked

Octocrylene protects skin from sun damage. It absorbs UV-B with peak absorption of 304 nm. It is a common sunscreen ingredient and often paired with avobenzone, a UVA filter. This is because octocrylene stabilizes other sunscreen ingredients by protecting them from degradation when exposed to sunlight. Octocrylene is a photostable ingredient and loses about 10% of SPF in 95 minutes.

Octocrylene also acts as an emollient, meaning it helps skin retain moisture and softens skin. It is oil-soluble and hydrophobic, enhancing water-resistant properties in a product.

Those who are using ketoprofen, a topical anti-inflammatory drug, may experience an allergic reaction when using octocrylene. It is best to speak with a healthcare professional about using sunscreens with octocrylene.

The EU allows a maximum of these concentrations:

Learn more about Octocrylene

Garnier Protetor Hidratante Matte SPF 30 Brazil contains this as ingredient number 3.

Neutrogena Rapid Wrinkle Repair Daily Retinol Anti-Wrinkle Moisturizer SPF 30 contains this as ingredient number 4.

4
What it does: UV Absorber, UV Filter
Community Rating: Disliked

Ethylhexyl Salicylate is an organic compound used to block UV rays. It primarily absorbs UVB rays but offers a small amount of UVA protection as well.

Commonly found in sunscreens, Ethylhexyl Salicylate is created from salicylic acid and 2-ethylhexanol. You might know salicylic acid as the effective acne fighter ingredient and BHA.

The ethylhexanol in this ingredient is a fatty alcohol and helps hydrate your skin, similar to oils. It is an emollient, which means it traps moisture into the skin.

According to manufacturers, Ethylhexyl Salicylate absorbs UV wavelength of 295-315 nm, with a peak absorption at 307-310 nm. UVA rays are linked to long term skin damage, such as hyperpigmentation. UVB rays emit more energy and are capable of damaging our DNA. UVB rays cause sunburn.

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Garnier Protetor Hidratante Matte SPF 30 Brazil contains this as ingredient number 4.

Neutrogena Rapid Wrinkle Repair Daily Retinol Anti-Wrinkle Moisturizer SPF 30 contains this as ingredient number 3.

5
What it does: UV Absorber, UV Filter
Community Rating: Very Disliked

Also known as Avobenzone, this ingredient is a chemical sunscreen filter that provides protection in the UV-A range.

Avobenzone is globally approved and is the most commonly used UV-A filter in the world.

Studies have found that avobenzone becomes ineffective when exposed to UV light (it is not photostable; meaning that it breaks down in sunlight). Because of this, formulations that include avobenzone will usually contain stabilizers such as octocrylene.

However, some modern formulations (looking at you, EU!) are able to stabilize avobenzone by coating the molecules.

Avobenzone does not protect against the UV-B range, so it's important to check that the sunscreen you're using contains other UV filters that do!

The highest concentration of avobenzone permitted is 3% in the US, and 5% in the EU.

Learn more about Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane

Garnier Protetor Hidratante Matte SPF 30 Brazil contains this as ingredient number 5.

Neutrogena Rapid Wrinkle Repair Daily Retinol Anti-Wrinkle Moisturizer SPF 30 contains this as ingredient number 1.

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What it does: Abrasive, Absorbent
Community Rating: Disliked

Silica is a mineral naturally found in our skin. It helps to thicken and smooth the texture of a product. It also acts as an agent for other ingredients by increasing the absorption of other ingredients into the skin.

Silica is often used for absorption and can help reduce shine when products are applied. Silica occurs in naturally in materials like clay and sandstone, and it can also be produced synthetically.

Silica is present naturally within the skin during collagen production and when reducing inflammation.

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Garnier Protetor Hidratante Matte SPF 30 Brazil contains this as ingredient number 6.

Neutrogena Rapid Wrinkle Repair Daily Retinol Anti-Wrinkle Moisturizer SPF 30 contains this as ingredient number 30.

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What it does: Humectant, Skin Conditioning, Skin Protecting, Solvent
Community Rating: Loved

Glycerin 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.

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Garnier Protetor Hidratante Matte SPF 30 Brazil contains this as ingredient number 7.

Neutrogena Rapid Wrinkle Repair Daily Retinol Anti-Wrinkle Moisturizer SPF 30 contains this as ingredient number 8.

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What it does: Preservative
Community Rating: Very Disliked

Phenoxyethanol is a preservative that has germicide, antimicrobial, and aromatic properties. Studies show that phenoxyethanol can prevent germ and microbial growth. By itself, it has a scent that is similar to that of a rose.

It's often used in formulations along with Caprylyl Glycol to preserve the shelf life of products.

Garnier Protetor Hidratante Matte SPF 30 Brazil contains this as ingredient number 15.

Neutrogena Rapid Wrinkle Repair Daily Retinol Anti-Wrinkle Moisturizer SPF 30 contains this as ingredient number 18.

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What it does:
Community Rating: Very Disliked

Peg-100 Stearate is an emollient and emulsifier. PEGS are a hydrophilic polyether compound . There are 100 ethylene oxide monomers in Peg-100 Stearate. Peg-100 Stearate is polyethylene glycol ester of stearic acid.

Peg-100 Stearate helps keep skin soft by trapping moisture in. It helps prevent oil and water from separating in a product. By binding oil and water, it helps remove dirt and oil to be rinsed away.

Garnier Protetor Hidratante Matte SPF 30 Brazil contains this as ingredient number 17.

Neutrogena Rapid Wrinkle Repair Daily Retinol Anti-Wrinkle Moisturizer SPF 30 contains this as ingredient number 16.

10
What it does: Emollient, Emulsifying
Community Rating: Disliked

Glyceryl Stearate is a mix of glycerin and stearic acid.

Glyceryl Stearate is used to stabilize the mixing of water and oil ingredients. By preventing these ingredients from separating, it can help elongate shelf life. It can also help thicken the product's texture.

As an emollient, it helps soften skin and supports barrier-replenishing ingredients.

In cosmetics, Glyceryl Stearate is often made from vegetable oils or synthetically produced. The human body also creates Glyceryl Stearate naturally.

Learn more about Glyceryl Stearate

Garnier Protetor Hidratante Matte SPF 30 Brazil contains this as ingredient number 18.

Neutrogena Rapid Wrinkle Repair Daily Retinol Anti-Wrinkle Moisturizer SPF 30 contains this as ingredient number 17.

11
What it does: Emollient, Humectant, Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Liked

Caprylyl 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 Glycol

Garnier Protetor Hidratante Matte SPF 30 Brazil contains this as ingredient number 20.

Neutrogena Rapid Wrinkle Repair Daily Retinol Anti-Wrinkle Moisturizer SPF 30 contains this as ingredient number 19.

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What it does: Emollient, Emulsifying, Emulsion Stabilising, Masking
Community Rating: Very Disliked

Stearyl Alcohol is a type of fatty alcohol from stearic acid. It is a white, waxy compound used to emulsify ingredients.

Fatty Alcohols are most often used as an emollient or to thicken a product. Emollients help soothe and hydrate the skin by trapping moisture.

They are usually derived from natural fats and oils and therefore do not have the same drying or irritating effect as solvent alcohols. FDA allows products labeled "alcohol-free" to have fatty alcohols.

Learn more about Stearyl Alcohol

Garnier Protetor Hidratante Matte SPF 30 Brazil contains this as ingredient number 21.

Neutrogena Rapid Wrinkle Repair Daily Retinol Anti-Wrinkle Moisturizer SPF 30 contains this as ingredient number 15.

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What it does: Antimicrobial, Preservative
Community Rating: Disliked

Chlorphenesin is a synthetic preservative. It helps protect a product against bacteria in order to extend shelf life. In most cases, Chlorphenesin is paired with other preservatives such as phenoxyethanol and caprylyl glycol.

Chlorphenesin is a biocide. This means it is able to help fight the microorganisms on our skin. It is also able to fight odor-releasing bacteria.

Chlorphenesin is soluble in both water and glycerin.

Studies show Chlorphenesin is easily absorbed by our skin. You should speak with a skincare professional if you have concerns about using Chlorphenesin.

Learn more about Chlorphenesin

Garnier Protetor Hidratante Matte SPF 30 Brazil contains this as ingredient number 22.

Neutrogena Rapid Wrinkle Repair Daily Retinol Anti-Wrinkle Moisturizer SPF 30 contains this as ingredient number 21.

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What it does: Emulsion Stabilising
Community Rating: Disliked

Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer is a synthetic polymer. It is used to thicken and improve the texture of products.

Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer is also an emulsifier. Due to its properties, it can prevent water and oil ingredients from separating.

Garnier Protetor Hidratante Matte SPF 30 Brazil contains this as ingredient number 26.

Neutrogena Rapid Wrinkle Repair Daily Retinol Anti-Wrinkle Moisturizer SPF 30 contains this as ingredient number 23.

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What it does:
Community Rating: Disliked

Disodium EDTA plays a role in making products more stable by aiding other preservatives.

It is a chelating agent, meaning it neutralizes metal ions that may be found in a product.

Disodium EDTA is a salt of edetic acid and is found to be safe in cosmetic ingredients.

Learn more about Disodium EDTA

Garnier Protetor Hidratante Matte SPF 30 Brazil contains this as ingredient number 29.

Neutrogena Rapid Wrinkle Repair Daily Retinol Anti-Wrinkle Moisturizer SPF 30 contains this as ingredient number 29.

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What it does: Masking, Perfuming
Community Rating: Very Disliked

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

In the US, the alternative name for parfum is 'fragrance'. The term '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. One example is Calendula flower extract. Essential oil ingredients still impart a scent or 'fragrance'.

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

Products use parfum often to give products a scent or cover up smells of different ingredients.

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.

Learn more about Parfum

Garnier Protetor Hidratante Matte SPF 30 Brazil contains this as ingredient number 39.

Neutrogena Rapid Wrinkle Repair Daily Retinol Anti-Wrinkle Moisturizer SPF 30 contains this as ingredient number 20.

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5% have mixed ratings
69% are disliked or very disliked
8% have no rating yet
22% are loved or liked
3% have mixed ratings
66% are disliked or very disliked
9% have no rating yet

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Garnier Protetor Hidratante Matte SPF 30 39 ingredients

3.0 /5
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Neutrogena Rapid Wrinkle Repair Daily Retinol Anti-Wrinkle Moisturizer SPF 30 32 ingredients

2.0 /5
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szabo_k

3 years ago · Dry Skin
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Maybe works for some people
It's not the worst cream out there but using a retinol in day product is very strange to me because it get weaker in...

Maybe works for some people
It's not the worst cream out there but using a retinol in day product is very strange to me because it get weaker in the sun. Also homosalate is proven to enter our bloodstream and might be toxic. also it has fragrance which I don't like. If you have Eczema do not try this.

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