Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of IMAGE skincare Prevention+ Daily Ultimate Protection Moisturizer SPF 50 versus IMAGE skincare PREVENTION+ Daily Matte Moisturizer SPF 32+ .
Published on September 19, 2022
Overview
What they are
These products are both cruelty-free sunscreens. They have a total of 25 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain hyaluronic acid, Vitamin C and Vitamin E
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for anti aging, dry skin, brightening skin, sensitive skin, dark spots and better texture
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, parabens or sulfates
What's Inside
They both contain silicones
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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.
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.
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Ingredient Info
IMAGE skincare Prevention+ Daily Ultimate Protection Moisturizer SPF 50 52 ingredients
IMAGE skincare PREVENTION+ Daily Matte Moisturizer SPF 32+ 37 ingredients
Alcohol Free
This product is free of harsh alcohols 🎉
Contains Silicon
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Contains Fragrance
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Sulfate Free
This product is free of sulfates 🎉
Paraben Free
This product is free of parabens 🎉
Contains Oils
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Not Malassezia Safe
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Reef Safe
This product is free of ingredients that damage reefs 🎉
EU Allergen Free
This product is free of EU allergens 🎉
Non Vegan
This product is not vegan 😥
Cruelty Free
This product is cruelty-free 🎉
Alcohol Free
This product is free of harsh alcohols 🎉
Contains Silicon
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Fragrance Free
This product is free of fragrances 🎉
Sulfate Free
This product is free of sulfates 🎉
Paraben Free
This product is free of parabens 🎉
Oil Free
This product is free of oils 🎉
Not Malassezia Safe
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Not Reef Safe
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EU Allergen Free
This product is free of EU allergens 🎉
Non Vegan
This product is not vegan 😥
Cruelty Free
This product is cruelty-free 🎉
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IMAGE skincare PREVENTION+ Daily Matte Moisturizer SPF 32+ 37 ingredients
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Ingredients that are highlighted in purple are present in both products.
IMAGE skincare Prevention+ Daily Ultimate Protection Moisturizer SPF 50 52 ingredients
IMAGE skincare PREVENTION+ Daily Matte Moisturizer SPF 32+ 37 ingredients
Water • Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride • Glycerin • Cyclopentasiloxane • Cetyl Peg/Ppg-10/1 Dimethicone • Thermus Thermophillus Ferment • Polyacrylate-13 • Cetearyl Ethylhexanoate • Phenoxyethanol • Polyisobutene • Polyglyceryl-6 Polyricinoleate • Lecithin • Isostearic Acid • Polyglyceryl-3 Polyricinoleate • Polyhydroxystearic Acid • Sodium Chloride • Cetearyl Dimethicone • Marrubium Vulgare Extract • Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil • Xanthan Gum • Polyglyceryl-2 Isostearate • Disteardimonium Hectorite • Polysorbate 20 • Citrus Aurantium Dulcis Peel Oil • Limonene • Sorbitan Isostearate • Ethylhexylglycerin • Panthenol • Citrus Nobilis Peel Oil • Disodium EDTA • Sodium Hyaluronate • Melanin • Erythritol • Citric Acid • Vanilla Planifolia Fruit Extract • Glucose • Potassium Sorbate • Hydrolyzed Pea Protein • Tocopherol • Peg-8/Smdi Copolymer • Ascorbyl Tetraisopalmitate • Tocopheryl Acetate • Barosma Betulina Leaf Oil • Sodium Benzoate • Homarine Hcl • Pentaerythrityl Tetra-Di-T-Butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate • Sodium Succinate • Malus Domestica Fruit Cell Culture Extract • Arabidopsis Thaliana Extract • Micrococcus Lysate • Plankton Extract • Ergothioneine
Zinc Oxide 9.3% • Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate 7.5% • Water • Cyclopentasiloxane • Isodecyl Neopentanoate • Dimethicone • Glycerin • Butyrospermum Parkii Butter • Cetyl Peg/Ppg-10/1 Dimethicone • Dimethicone/Peg-10/15 Crosspolymer • Sodium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/Methacrylamidolauric Acid Copolymer • Caprylyl Methicone • Phenoxyethanol • Polyglyceryl-3 Polydimethylsiloxyethyl Dimethicone • Cetearyl Dimethicone • Polyisobutene • Triethoxysilylethyl Polydimethylsiloxyethyl Hexyl Dimethicone • Xanthan Gum • Ethylhexylglycerin • Panthenol • Polysorbate 20 • Disodium EDTA • Sodium Hyaluronate • Erythritol • Lecithin • Arabidopsis Thaliana Extract • Peg-8/Smdi Copolymer • Tetrahexyldecyl Ascorbate • Tocopheryl Acetate • Potassium Sorbate • Sodium Benzoate • Homarine Hcl • Malus Domestica Fruit Cell Culture Extract • Micrococcus Lysate • Plankton Extract • Ergothioneine • Phospholipids
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Ingredients Explained
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Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
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!
Learn more about WaterIMAGE skincare Prevention+ Daily Ultimate Protection Moisturizer SPF 50 contains this as ingredient number 1.
IMAGE skincare PREVENTION+ Daily Matte Moisturizer SPF 32+ contains this as ingredient number 3.
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.
Learn more about GlycerinIMAGE skincare Prevention+ Daily Ultimate Protection Moisturizer SPF 50 contains this as ingredient number 3.
IMAGE skincare PREVENTION+ Daily Matte Moisturizer SPF 32+ contains this as ingredient number 7.
Cyclopentasiloxane is a silicone used to improve texture and trap moisture. An easier name for this is D5.
D5 is considered lightweight and volatile. Volatile means it evaporates quickly after application. Once evaporated, D5 leaves a thin barrier that helps keep skin hydrated.
D5 is an emollient. Emollients help soften the skin and prevent water loss. Silicones create a silky texture in products. D5 helps other ingredients become more spreadable.
Studies show D5 is safe to use in skincare products. We recommend speaking with a skincare professional if you have concerns.
Learn more about CyclopentasiloxaneIMAGE skincare Prevention+ Daily Ultimate Protection Moisturizer SPF 50 contains this as ingredient number 4.
IMAGE skincare PREVENTION+ Daily Matte Moisturizer SPF 32+ contains this as ingredient number 4.
This ingredient is a high molecular weight silicone. It has emulsifying and skin conditioning properties.
IMAGE skincare Prevention+ Daily Ultimate Protection Moisturizer SPF 50 contains this as ingredient number 5.
IMAGE skincare PREVENTION+ Daily Matte Moisturizer SPF 32+ contains this as ingredient number 9.
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 Prevention+ Daily Ultimate Protection Moisturizer SPF 50 contains this as ingredient number 9.
IMAGE skincare PREVENTION+ Daily Matte Moisturizer SPF 32+ contains this as ingredient number 13.
Polyisobutene is a synthetic polymer made from isobutene.
It is a film-forming agent and helps bind ingredients together.
Polyisobutene is not absorbed by the skin.
Learn more about PolyisobuteneIMAGE skincare Prevention+ Daily Ultimate Protection Moisturizer SPF 50 contains this as ingredient number 10.
IMAGE skincare PREVENTION+ Daily Matte Moisturizer SPF 32+ contains this as ingredient number 16.
Lecithin is a term for a group of substances found in plants, animals, and humans. They are made up of mixture of fatty acids. These fatty acids usually are a mixture of phosphoric acid's choline ester connected to stearic, oleic, and palmitic acids. Most lecithins are created from plant ingredients scuh as sunflower.
Lecithin is an emollient. Emollients help soften the skin and creates a barrier to keep moisture in.
As an emulsifier, it also helps prevent water and oil ingredients from separating. Lecithin can help ingredients be better absorbed by the skin. The phospholipids in Lecithin can produce liposomes. Liposomes help other ingredients get through the skin barrier.
Learn more about LecithinIMAGE skincare Prevention+ Daily Ultimate Protection Moisturizer SPF 50 contains this as ingredient number 12.
IMAGE skincare PREVENTION+ Daily Matte Moisturizer SPF 32+ contains this as ingredient number 25.
Cetearyl Dimethicone is a type of silicone.
IMAGE skincare Prevention+ Daily Ultimate Protection Moisturizer SPF 50 contains this as ingredient number 17.
IMAGE skincare PREVENTION+ Daily Matte Moisturizer SPF 32+ contains this as ingredient number 15.
Xanthan gum is used as a stabilizer and thickener within cosmetic products. It helps give products a sticky, thick feeling - preventing them from being too runny.
On the technical side of things, xanthan gum is a polysaccharide - a combination consisting of multiple sugar molecules bonded together.
Xanthan gum is a pretty common and great ingredient. It is a natural, non-toxic, non-irritating ingredient that is also commonly used in food products.
Learn more about Xanthan GumIMAGE skincare Prevention+ Daily Ultimate Protection Moisturizer SPF 50 contains this as ingredient number 20.
IMAGE skincare PREVENTION+ Daily Matte Moisturizer SPF 32+ contains this as ingredient number 18.
Polysorbate 20 is made by combining ethoxylation of sorbitan, ethylene oxide, and lauric acid. It is a mild cleansing agent, surfactant, and emulsifier.
As a surfactant, it helps collect dirt and oils for washing. Emulsifiers prevent oils and water from separating.
Polysorbate 20 also adds scent to a product. Since it is made using sorbitol, it has a sweet scent. Sorbitol can also be found in fruits such as apples and peaches.
The lauric acid used to create Polysorbate 20 is often derived from coconuts.
Polysorbate 20 may not be fungal acne safe.
Learn more about Polysorbate 20IMAGE skincare Prevention+ Daily Ultimate Protection Moisturizer SPF 50 contains this as ingredient number 23.
IMAGE skincare PREVENTION+ Daily Matte Moisturizer SPF 32+ contains this as ingredient number 21.
Ethylhexylglycerin (we can't pronounce this either) is commonly used as a preservative and skin softener. It is derived from glyceryl.
You might see Ethylhexylglycerin often paired with other preservatives such as phenoxyethanol. Ethylhexylglycerin has been found to increase the effectiveness of these other preservatives.
IMAGE skincare Prevention+ Daily Ultimate Protection Moisturizer SPF 50 contains this as ingredient number 27.
IMAGE skincare PREVENTION+ Daily Matte Moisturizer SPF 32+ contains this as ingredient number 19.
Panthenol (also referred to as pro-vitamin B5) is a common ingredient that helps hydrate and soothe the skin.
lt is a humectant, meaning that it helps the skin attract and retain moisture.
Another benefit is the anti-inflammatory abilities. This means that it's great for sensitive, irritation-prone skin.
Once oxidized, panthenol converts to pantothenic acid. Panthothenic acid is found in all living cells.
Learn more about PanthenolIMAGE skincare Prevention+ Daily Ultimate Protection Moisturizer SPF 50 contains this as ingredient number 28.
IMAGE skincare PREVENTION+ Daily Matte Moisturizer SPF 32+ contains this as ingredient number 20.
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 EDTAIMAGE skincare Prevention+ Daily Ultimate Protection Moisturizer SPF 50 contains this as ingredient number 30.
IMAGE skincare PREVENTION+ Daily Matte Moisturizer SPF 32+ contains this as ingredient number 22.
Sodium Hyaluronate is hyaluronic acid's salt form. It is commonly derived from the sodium salt of hyaluronic acid.
Like hyaluronic acid, it is great at holding water and acts as a humectant. This makes it a great skin hydrating ingredient.
Sodium Hyaluronate is naturally occurring in our bodies and is mostly found in eye fluid and joints.
These are some other common types of Hyaluronic Acid:
Learn more about Sodium HyaluronateIMAGE skincare Prevention+ Daily Ultimate Protection Moisturizer SPF 50 contains this as ingredient number 31.
IMAGE skincare PREVENTION+ Daily Matte Moisturizer SPF 32+ contains this as ingredient number 23.
You might know this ingredient as a sugar substitute in foods. It is a sugar alcohol with humectant properties.
Humectants attract water to your skin (like glycerin or hyaluronic acid).
Fun fact: Erythritol can be naturally found in some fermented foods.
Learn more about ErythritolIMAGE skincare Prevention+ Daily Ultimate Protection Moisturizer SPF 50 contains this as ingredient number 33.
IMAGE skincare PREVENTION+ Daily Matte Moisturizer SPF 32+ contains this as ingredient number 24.
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.
Learn more about Potassium SorbateIMAGE skincare Prevention+ Daily Ultimate Protection Moisturizer SPF 50 contains this as ingredient number 37.
IMAGE skincare PREVENTION+ Daily Matte Moisturizer SPF 32+ contains this as ingredient number 30.
We don't have a description for Peg-8/Smdi Copolymer.
IMAGE skincare Prevention+ Daily Ultimate Protection Moisturizer SPF 50 contains this as ingredient number 40.
IMAGE skincare PREVENTION+ Daily Matte Moisturizer SPF 32+ contains this as ingredient number 27.
Tocopheryl Acetate is AKA Vitamin E. It is an antioxidant and protects your skin from free radicals. Free radicals damage the skin by breaking down collagen.
One study found using Tocopheryl Acetate with Vitamin C decreased the number of sunburned cells.
Tocopheryl Acetate is commonly found in both skincare and dietary supplements.
Learn more about Tocopheryl AcetateIMAGE skincare Prevention+ Daily Ultimate Protection Moisturizer SPF 50 contains this as ingredient number 42.
IMAGE skincare PREVENTION+ Daily Matte Moisturizer SPF 32+ contains this as ingredient number 29.
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.
Learn more about Sodium BenzoateIMAGE skincare Prevention+ Daily Ultimate Protection Moisturizer SPF 50 contains this as ingredient number 44.
IMAGE skincare PREVENTION+ Daily Matte Moisturizer SPF 32+ contains this as ingredient number 31.
We don't have a description for Homarine Hcl.
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We don't have a description for Malus Domestica Fruit Cell Culture Extract.
IMAGE skincare Prevention+ Daily Ultimate Protection Moisturizer SPF 50 contains this as ingredient number 48.
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Arabidopsis Thaliana Extract is an antioxidant.
IMAGE skincare Prevention+ Daily Ultimate Protection Moisturizer SPF 50 contains this as ingredient number 49.
IMAGE skincare PREVENTION+ Daily Matte Moisturizer SPF 32+ contains this as ingredient number 26.
We don't have a description for Micrococcus Lysate.
IMAGE skincare Prevention+ Daily Ultimate Protection Moisturizer SPF 50 contains this as ingredient number 50.
IMAGE skincare PREVENTION+ Daily Matte Moisturizer SPF 32+ contains this as ingredient number 34.
We don't have a description for Plankton Extract.
IMAGE skincare Prevention+ Daily Ultimate Protection Moisturizer SPF 50 contains this as ingredient number 51.
IMAGE skincare PREVENTION+ Daily Matte Moisturizer SPF 32+ contains this as ingredient number 35.
Ergothioneine is an antioxidant.
IMAGE skincare Prevention+ Daily Ultimate Protection Moisturizer SPF 50 contains this as ingredient number 52.
IMAGE skincare PREVENTION+ Daily Matte Moisturizer SPF 32+ contains this as ingredient number 36.
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IMAGE skincare Prevention+ Daily Ultimate Protection Moisturizer SPF 50 52 ingredients
IMAGE skincare PREVENTION+ Daily Matte Moisturizer SPF 32+ 37 ingredients
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