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Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of IMAGE skincare Flawless Foundation Beige versus IMAGE skincare Clear Cell Medicated Acne Lotion .

Last updated on October 26, 2023. Published on January 23, 2023

Overview

What they are

These products are both cruelty-free . They have a total of 5 ingredients in common

Cool Features

They both contain peptides and Vitamin E

Suited For

They're both likely to be good for fighting acne, anti aging, brightening skin, sensitive skin, oily skin and reducing pores

Free From

They both do not contain any harsh alcohols or parabens

What's Inside

They both contain fragrances

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Foundation American Brand United States
General Moisturizer American Brand United States

Foundation

A liquid, cream, or powder to help create an even complexion or cover blemishes.

General Moisturizer

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

Price

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Starts at $34.41
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Starts at $44.50

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

At a glance

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Notable Ingredients

BHA
Retinoid
Vitamin C
Vitamin E
Exfoliators (2)
Hyaluronic Acid
Peptides

Benefits

Hydrating (3)
Good For Oily Skin (2)
Redness Reducing (4)
Reduces Irritation (2)
Skin Texture (2)
Reduces Large Pores (2)
Anti-Aging (3)
Dark Spots (3)
Scar Healing (5)
Acne Fighting (4)
Brightening (4)

Concerns

Drying (3)
May Worsen Oily Skin (2)
Irritating (3)
Rosacea (2)
Eczema (4)

Notable Ingredients

Vitamin E
Benzoyl Peroxide
Peptides

Benefits

Good For Oily Skin
Redness Reducing (2)
Reduces Irritation (2)
Reduces Large Pores
Anti-Aging
Acne Fighting (2)
Brightening

Concerns

Drying
May Worsen Oily Skin
Irritating
Rosacea
Eczema
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Ingredients Compared

Ingredients that are highlighted in purple are present in both products.

Zinc Oxide 8.5% • Titanium Dioxide 11.5% • Water • Coconut Alkanes • Dimethicone • Squalane • Polyglyceryl-3 Diisostearate • Silica • Glycerin • Isohexadecane • Polyglyceryl-4 Isostearate • Vinyl Dimethicone • Methicone • Cyclopentasiloxane • Cetyl Peg/Ppg-10/1 Dimethicone • Hexyl Laurate • Hydroxypropylcocoate Peg-8 Dimethicone • Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate • Perfluorodecalin • Zinc PCA • Saccharomyces Lysate Extract • Centella Asiatica Extract • Olea Europaea Leaf Extract • Algae Extract • Artemisia Vulgaris Extract • Sodium Hyaluronate • Isomalt • Phospholipids • Cyperus Rotundus Root Extract • Lonicera Japonica Flower Extract • Xanthium Sibiricum Fruit Extract • Retinyl Palmitate • Ascorbyl Palmitate • Opuntia Ficus-Indica Stem Extract • Tocopherol • Sodium Benzoate • Beta-Carotene • Potassium Sorbate • Salicylic Acid • Acetyl Hexapeptide-8 • Sorbic Acid • Lecithin • Vitis Vinifera Fruit Cell Extract • Ergothioneine • Cyclohexasiloxane • Polyglyceryl-3 Polydimethylsiloxyethyl Dimethicone • Mica • Alumina • Coco-Caprylate/Caprate • Phenoxyethanol • Polyhydroxystearic Acid • Dimethicone/Peg-10/15 Crosspolymer • Magnesium Sulfate • Caprylyl Glycol • Ethylhexylglycerin • CI 77492

Ingredients Side-by-side

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Ingredients Explained

These ingredients are found in both products.

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

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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IMAGE skincare Flawless Foundation Beige contains this as ingredient number 3.

IMAGE skincare Clear Cell Medicated Acne Lotion contains this as ingredient number 2.

2
What it does: Masking, Preservative
Community Rating: Disliked

Sodium 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.

Sodium Benzoate 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.

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IMAGE skincare Flawless Foundation Beige contains this as ingredient number 36.

IMAGE skincare Clear Cell Medicated Acne Lotion contains this as ingredient number 26.

3
What it does: Preservative
Community Rating: Disliked

Potassium Sorbate is a preservative used to prevent yeast and mold in products. It is commonly found in both cosmetic and food products.

Potassium sorbate is potassium salt derived from sorbic acid. Sorbic acid is a natural antibiotic and effective against fungus.

Potassium sorbate and sorbic acid can be found in baked goods, cheeses, dried meats, dried fruit, ice cream, pickles, wine, yogurt, and more.

Potassium sorbate is often used with stronger preservatives.

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IMAGE skincare Flawless Foundation Beige contains this as ingredient number 38.

IMAGE skincare Clear Cell Medicated Acne Lotion contains this as ingredient number 25.

4
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.

IMAGE skincare Flawless Foundation Beige contains this as ingredient number 50.

IMAGE skincare Clear Cell Medicated Acne Lotion contains this as ingredient number 28.

5
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.

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IMAGE skincare Flawless Foundation Beige contains this as ingredient number 54.

IMAGE skincare Clear Cell Medicated Acne Lotion contains this as ingredient number 29.

Here's what our community thinks of the ingredients in these two products.

30% are loved or liked
11% have mixed ratings
43% are disliked or very disliked
16% have no rating yet
37% are loved or liked
10% have mixed ratings
37% are disliked or very disliked
17% have no rating yet

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