Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of Tom Ford Shade and Illuminate Soft Radiance Foundation SPF 50 8.7 Golden Almond versus IMAGE skincare Flawless Foundation Beige .
Last updated on October 26, 2023. Published on February 09, 2023
Overview
What they are
These products are both foundations. They have a total of 18 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain exfoliants, hyaluronic acid, peptides and Vitamin E
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for fighting acne, anti aging, dry skin, brightening skin, sensitive skin and scar healing
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols or parabens
What's Inside
They both contain fragrances and silicones
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Foundation
A liquid, cream, or powder to help create an even complexion or cover blemishes.
Foundation
A liquid, cream, or powder to help create an even complexion or cover blemishes.
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Ingredient Info
Tom Ford Shade and Illuminate Soft Radiance Foundation SPF 50 72 ingredients
IMAGE skincare Flawless Foundation 56 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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- Hexyl Laurate
- Euterpe Oleracea Fruit Oil
- Carapa Guaianensis Seed Oil
- Polyglyceryl-4 Isostearate
- Triolein
- Hydrogenated Coco-Glycerides
- Polyhydroxystearic Acid
- Glyceryl Stearate
- Linoleic Acid
- Cetearyl Alcohol
- Palmitic Acid
- Phytosteryl Canola Glycerides
- Stearic Acid
- Oleic Acid
- Polysorbate 80
- Polysorbate 20
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Non Vegan
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Alcohol Free
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Paraben Free
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Oil Free
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Not Malassezia Safe
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Not Reef Safe
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EU Allergen Free
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Non Vegan
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Cruelty Free
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Tom Ford Shade and Illuminate Soft Radiance Foundation SPF 50 72 ingredients
IMAGE skincare Flawless Foundation 56 ingredients
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Ingredients that are highlighted in purple are present in both products.
Tom Ford Shade and Illuminate Soft Radiance Foundation SPF 50 72 ingredients
IMAGE skincare Flawless Foundation 56 ingredients
Phenylbenzimidazole Sulfonic Acid 2.7% • Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate 6.7% • Ethylhexyl Salicylate 4.5% • Zinc Oxide 3.8% • Water • Dimethicone • Phenyl Trimethicone • Butylene Glycol • Glycerin • Polymethylsilsesquioxane • Lauryl Peg-9 Polydimethylsiloxyethyl Dimethicone • Hdi/Ppg/Polycaprolactone Crosspolymer • Trimethylsiloxysilicate/Dimethiconol Crosspolymer • Tromethamine • Polysilicone-11 • Hexyl Laurate • Cetyl Peg/Ppg-10/1 Dimethicone • Neopentyl Glycol Diheptanoate • Hydroxyethyl Urea • Tremella Fuciformis Sporocarp Extract • Hylocereus Undatus Fruit Extract • Euterpe Oleracea Fruit Oil • Carapa Guaianensis Seed Oil • Lavandula Angustifolia Oil • Sapindus Mukorossi Fruit Extract • Morinda Citrifolia Fruit Extract • Polyglyceryl-4 Isostearate • Copaifera Officinalis Resin • Triolein • Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride • Betaine • Caffeine • Acetyl Hexapeptide-8 • Tocopheryl Acetate • Trehalose • Hydrogenated Coco-Glycerides • Caesalpinia Spinosa Gum • Trimethylsiloxysilicate • Polyhydroxystearic Acid • Lecithin • Glyceryl Stearate • Triethoxycaprylylsilane • Laureth-7 • Sodium Chloride • Disteardimonium Hectorite • Methicone • Linoleic Acid • Phospholipids • Stearyl Alcohol • Cetearyl Alcohol • Ammonium Polyacryloyldimethyl Taurate • Sodium Hyaluronate • Tocopherol • Triethyl Citrate • Palmitic Acid • Phytosteryl Canola Glycerides • Stearic Acid • Oleic Acid • Polysorbate 80 • Polysorbate 20 • Behenyl Alcohol • Silica • Linalool • Disodium EDTA • BHT • Potassium Sorbate • Sodium Dehydroacetate • Phenoxyethanol • CI 77891 • CI 77491 • CI 77492 • CI 77499
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
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Zinc 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 can be harmful to coral reefs.
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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 OxideTom Ford Shade and Illuminate Soft Radiance Foundation SPF 50 8.7 Golden Almond contains this as ingredient number 4.
IMAGE skincare Flawless Foundation Beige contains this as ingredient number 1.
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 WaterTom Ford Shade and Illuminate Soft Radiance Foundation SPF 50 8.7 Golden Almond contains this as ingredient number 5.
IMAGE skincare Flawless Foundation Beige contains this as ingredient number 3.
Dimethicone is a silicone used for making products smooth and silky. It also has the added benefit of sealing in hydration. The amount of dimethicone found in beauty products is considered safe and non-comedogenic, meaning it won't clog pores.
Dimethicone has been found increase absorption in skin, boosting the benefits of other ingredients. While there is concern for the safety of dimethicone, the levels used in skincare are safe for use.
Tom Ford Shade and Illuminate Soft Radiance Foundation SPF 50 8.7 Golden Almond contains this as ingredient number 6.
IMAGE skincare Flawless Foundation Beige contains this as ingredient number 5.
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 GlycerinTom Ford Shade and Illuminate Soft Radiance Foundation SPF 50 8.7 Golden Almond contains this as ingredient number 9.
IMAGE skincare Flawless Foundation Beige contains this as ingredient number 9.
Hexyl Laurate isn't fungal acne safe.
Tom Ford Shade and Illuminate Soft Radiance Foundation SPF 50 8.7 Golden Almond contains this as ingredient number 16.
IMAGE skincare Flawless Foundation Beige contains this as ingredient number 16.
This ingredient is a high molecular weight silicone. It has emulsifying and skin conditioning properties.
Tom Ford Shade and Illuminate Soft Radiance Foundation SPF 50 8.7 Golden Almond contains this as ingredient number 17.
IMAGE skincare Flawless Foundation Beige contains this as ingredient number 15.
Polyglyceryl-4 Isostearate isn't fungal acne safe.
Tom Ford Shade and Illuminate Soft Radiance Foundation SPF 50 8.7 Golden Almond contains this as ingredient number 27.
IMAGE skincare Flawless Foundation Beige contains this as ingredient number 11.
Acetyl Hexapeptide-8 is a peptide. A common name for this peptide is Argireline.
Argireline has a similar function to botox. It prevents muscle movement and contractions. By preventing muscles from moving, Argireline also prohibits the formation of fine lines and wrinkles. However, research is lacking in proving this ingredient to be as effective as botox.
Argireline tells our body to create more collagen. Collagen is a protein that makes connective tissue. Boosting collagen production leads to a healthier skin barrier. Having a healthy skin barrier means having firm and hydrated skin.
Read more about other common types of peptides here:
Learn more about Acetyl Hexapeptide-8Tom Ford Shade and Illuminate Soft Radiance Foundation SPF 50 8.7 Golden Almond contains this as ingredient number 33.
IMAGE skincare Flawless Foundation Beige contains this as ingredient number 40.
Polyhydroxystearic 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 AcidTom Ford Shade and Illuminate Soft Radiance Foundation SPF 50 8.7 Golden Almond contains this as ingredient number 39.
IMAGE skincare Flawless Foundation Beige contains this as ingredient number 51.
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 LecithinTom Ford Shade and Illuminate Soft Radiance Foundation SPF 50 8.7 Golden Almond contains this as ingredient number 40.
IMAGE skincare Flawless Foundation Beige contains this as ingredient number 42.
Methicone is a type of silicone.
Tom Ford Shade and Illuminate Soft Radiance Foundation SPF 50 8.7 Golden Almond contains this as ingredient number 46.
IMAGE skincare Flawless Foundation Beige contains this as ingredient number 13.
Phospholipids are naturally found in our skin as they are the main component of cell membranes. Phospholipids have humectant, emollient, antioxidant properties.
The phospholipids in our skin can be naturally depleted. Replenishing the phospholipids in our skin can help hydrate your skin. Due to their hygroscopic nature, they act as humectants and emollients. Humectants draw moisture from the air to your skin, while emollients help trap moisture in. This ingredient is non-occlusive.
Studies show phospholipids display antioxidant activity and may help with reducing the signs of aging.
Phospholipids are complex lipids that contain glycerin, two fatty acids, and a phosphate group. Some foods that contain phospholipids include soybeans and milk. The phospholipids found in soy come from Lecithin. This ingredient can also be synthetically created.
Some types of phospholipids:
Learn more about PhospholipidsTom Ford Shade and Illuminate Soft Radiance Foundation SPF 50 8.7 Golden Almond contains this as ingredient number 48.
IMAGE skincare Flawless Foundation Beige contains this as ingredient number 28.
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 HyaluronateTom Ford Shade and Illuminate Soft Radiance Foundation SPF 50 8.7 Golden Almond contains this as ingredient number 52.
IMAGE skincare Flawless Foundation Beige contains this as ingredient number 26.
Tocopherol (also known as Vitamin E) is a common antioxidant used to help protect the skin from free-radicals and strengthen the skin barrier. It's also fat soluble - this means our skin is great at absorbing it.
Vitamin E also helps keep your natural skin lipids healthy. Your lipid skin barrier naturally consists of lipids, ceramides, and fatty acids. Vitamin E offers extra protection for your skin’s lipid barrier, keeping your skin healthy and nourished.
Another benefit is a bit of UV protection. Vitamin E helps reduce the damage caused by UVB rays. (It should not replace your sunscreen). Combining it with Vitamin C can decrease sunburned cells and hyperpigmentation after UV exposure.
You might have noticed Vitamin E + C often paired together. This is because it is great at stabilizing Vitamin C. Using the two together helps increase the effectiveness of both ingredients.
There are often claims that Vitamin E can reduce/prevent scarring, but these claims haven't been confirmed by scientific research.
Learn more about TocopherolTom Ford Shade and Illuminate Soft Radiance Foundation SPF 50 8.7 Golden Almond contains this as ingredient number 53.
IMAGE skincare Flawless Foundation Beige contains this as ingredient number 35.
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.
Learn more about SilicaTom Ford Shade and Illuminate Soft Radiance Foundation SPF 50 8.7 Golden Almond contains this as ingredient number 63.
IMAGE skincare Flawless Foundation Beige contains this as ingredient number 8.
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 SorbateTom Ford Shade and Illuminate Soft Radiance Foundation SPF 50 8.7 Golden Almond contains this as ingredient number 67.
IMAGE skincare Flawless Foundation Beige contains this as ingredient number 38.
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.
Tom Ford Shade and Illuminate Soft Radiance Foundation SPF 50 8.7 Golden Almond contains this as ingredient number 69.
IMAGE skincare Flawless Foundation Beige contains this as ingredient number 50.
Ci 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 77492Tom Ford Shade and Illuminate Soft Radiance Foundation SPF 50 8.7 Golden Almond contains this as ingredient number 72.
IMAGE skincare Flawless Foundation Beige contains this as ingredient number 56.
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Tom Ford Shade and Illuminate Soft Radiance Foundation SPF 50 72 ingredients
IMAGE skincare Flawless Foundation 56 ingredients
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