Image skincare Discovery size PREVENTION+ daily matte moisturizer SPF 30
Works for
2 of 2 advertised claims delivered
Sun protectionSPF 30 · 1 UV filterBroad spectrum
This product offers a good level of protection against both UVB and UVA rays.
It is a mineral sunscreen. In other words, it contains non-organic UV filters. It will probably not sting your eyes but might leave a white cast.
This product can be considered "reef safe" because it does not contain the UV filters (oxybenzone and octinoxate) that can be harmful to coral reefs when present in the water in high concentrations.
Moisturizing16 ingredients credited for this claimStrong support
“Discovery size PREVENTION+ daily matte moisturizer SPF 30”
This product can help improve hydration of the skin with the two types of ingredients.
The first type is called “humectants”:
these ingredients help attract water.
When humectants are on the surface of the skin, they “pull in” the moisture from the outside environment, or from
within deeper layers of the skin. The following ingredients in this product do the job:
erythritol, glycerin.
This product also contains ingredients called “occlusives”. They help reduce the speed with which our skin loses moisture to the outside environment. These ingredients also help soften the upper layer of the skin, so it feels less tight and nicer to the touch. The following ingredients in this product do the job: dimethicone, cyclopentasiloxane.
The following ingredients in this product are especially good for supporting the skin barrier and helping with the hydration level: panthenol
Evens skin toneNot advertised by the brand · 1 ingredient credited for this claimStrong support
This product offers broad spectrum sun protection. It means that it can prevent hyperpigmentation and help keep the skin tone even (sun damage is the main factor causing age spots, darkening of post-acne marks and other discolorations).
Anti-agingNot advertised by the brand · 3 ingredients credited for this claimStrong support
This product can help prevent early signs of skin aging because it offers a good level of broad spectrum sun protection. Sun damage is the main cause of premature skin aging, and protecting your skin from the sun is the best anti-aging strategy.
These ingredients in the product might also be helpful for reducing and preventing fine lines, wrinkles, and skin elasticity, even though there is no conclusive evidence for their effectiveness: arabidopsis thaliana extract.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy5 strong irritants: Citrus aurantium dulcis oil, Limonene + 3 more — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
Comedogenic1 ingredient rated 2 or more on the 0–5 pore-clogging scale1 flagged
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Ingredients
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Zinc oxide~44–54%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A broad spectrum sunblock (protects from both UVA and UVB rays). Is suitable for most sensitive skins. In small concentrations, can be used as a colorant
More about Zinc oxideWater~12–15%
Cyclopentasiloxane~5.2–6.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A silicone that helps improve the product texture and spreadability. Can absorb oil creating a short-term mattifying effect on the skin
More about CyclopentasiloxaneIsodecyl neopentanoate~3.3–4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that helps soften the skin. It also forms a protective on its surface to reduce water loss.
More about Isodecyl neopentanoateGlycerin~2.4–3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Naturally present in skin. It attracts water to the upper layer of the skin working as a humectant
More about GlycerinDimethicone~2–2.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A silicone that helps to reduce water loss from the surface of the skin. Can temporarily "fill in" lines and wrinkles, absorb oil, and create a nice product finish
More about DimethiconeCetyl peg/ppg-10/1 dimethicone~1.6–2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of silicone that helps water and oil mix together. Can help to soften upper layer of the skin
More about Cetyl peg/ppg-10/1 dimethiconeButyrospermum parkii nut extract~1.5–1.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Citrus aurantium dulcis oil~1.3–1.5%
- Irritation risk
- High
Used as a fragrance. It can be irritating and cause photosensitivity
More about Citrus aurantium dulcis oilLimonene~1–1.2%
- Irritation risk
- High
A common frangrance that can easily irritate skin, especially if exposed to air, light or heat
More about LimonenePolyacrylate-13~0.9–1.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a thicker product consistency and stabilize the product formulation
More about Polyacrylate-13Dimethicone/peg-10/15 crosspolymer~0.7–1.05%
Caprylyl methicone~0.6–0.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of silicone that helps to soften the upper layer of the skin and create a nice product finish on the skin
More about Caprylyl methiconePhenoxyethanol~0.55–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolPolyglyceryl-3 polydimethylsiloxyethyl dimethicone~0.55–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Polyisobutene~0.55–0.85%
Cetearyl dimethicone~0.55–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Triethoxysilylethyl polydimethylsiloxyethyl hexyl dimethicone~0.45–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Euphorbia cerifera cera~0.5–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and thickens the product's texture
More about Euphorbia cerifera ceraEuphorbia cerifera wax~0.5–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Xanthan gum~0.4–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a thicker product consistency
More about Xanthan gumPolysorbate 20~0.45–0.65%
Ethylhexylglycerin~0.35–0.65%
Panthenol~0.35–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and can help improve skin barrier function
More about PanthenolSorbitan isostearate~0.4–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps oil and water mix together
More about Sorbitan isostearateCitrus nobilis peel oil~0.3–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant oil with high content of volatile compounds that, especially when exposed to air, can cause allergic reactions and irritate the skin
More about Citrus nobilis peel oilDisodium edta~0.35–0.6%
Eugenia caryophyllus leaf oil~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- High
An essential oil. Used as a fragrance. Can be irritating and sensitizing
More about Eugenia caryophyllus leaf oilDipropylene glycol~0.3–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps to dissolve other ingredients in a formulation. Slows down the rate of product drying
More about Dipropylene glycolErythritol~0.3–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps to attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about ErythritolEugenol~0.3–0.55%
Sodium citrate~0.35–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps to control the skin's pH level. Maintains the skin's natural film of amino-lactic acids and oils. Helps to preserve products
More about Sodium citrateGlucose~0.35–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin. Could be helpful in restoring the skin barrier function
More about GlucoseHydrolyzed pea protein~0.35–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Sodium chloride~0.35–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to stabilize mixtures of oil and water, and create thicker, gel-like product textures
More about Sodium chlorideTocopherol~0.3–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Pure form of vitamin E. Can help moisturise and protect the skin from free radicals. Often used to help stabilise other ingredients or the formula itself
More about TocopherolPeg-8/smdi copolymer~0.35–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Tetrahexyldecyl ascorbate~0.3–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Being a lipid soluble form of vitamin C, it is more stable than ascorbic acid, but still degrades quickly and needs to be stabilized in a formulation with another ingredient. It is claimed to penetrate skin better than pure vitamin C and have the the similar benefits, but solid studies of its effectiveness are lacking. Is likely to require a higher concentration in a product than pure vitamin C to be effective. It might be able to help reduce pore clogging.
More about Tetrahexyldecyl ascorbateTocopheryl acetate~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A more stable but less bio-available form of vitamin E compared to Tocopherol. Might help moisturize and protect the skin from free radicals, but mostly used in low concentrations to stabilize other ingredients.
More about Tocopheryl acetateSodium hyaluronate~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin
More about Sodium hyaluronatePotassium sorbate~0.3–0.55%
Sodium benzoate~0.25–0.5%
Lecithin~0.3–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used mostly for creating emulsions - helping oil and water mix together. Helps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about LecithinHomarine hcl~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Might help to improve skin hydration levels
More about Homarine hclSodium succinate~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Pentaerythrityl tetra-di-t-butyl hydroxyhydrocinnamate~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to increase stability of product formulations
More about Pentaerythrityl tetra-di-t-butyl hydroxyhydrocinnamateMalus domestica fruit cell culture extract~0.15–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Arabidopsis thaliana extract~0.15–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Plant extract that might be helpful in repairing sun damage but evidence of effectiveness in skin are lacking
More about Arabidopsis thaliana extractMicrococcus lysate~0.15–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Consists of remains of dead bacteria cells. Is likely helpful in attracting water to the upper layer of the skin. Might be helpful in reducing inflammation and neutralizing free radicals in skin. It is claimed to be a "DNA repair enzyme"
More about Micrococcus lysatePlankton extract~0.1–0.2%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
Can help attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Plankton extractErgothioneine~0.1–0.15%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Can help neutralize free radicals in skin. Preliminary studies show that it can be more effective than coenzyme Q10 but studies on effective concentration for topical applications are lacking
More about ErgothioneineIngredient list view
Zinc oxide, Water, Cyclopentasiloxane, Isodecyl neopentanoate, Glycerin, Dimethicone, Cetyl peg/ppg-10/1 dimethicone, Butyrospermum parkii nut extract, Citrus aurantium dulcis oil, Limonene, Polyacrylate-13, Dimethicone/peg-10/15 crosspolymer, Caprylyl methicone, Phenoxyethanol, Polyglyceryl-3 polydimethylsiloxyethyl dimethicone, Polyisobutene, Cetearyl dimethicone, Triethoxysilylethyl polydimethylsiloxyethyl hexyl dimethicone, Euphorbia cerifera cera, Euphorbia cerifera wax, Xanthan gum, Polysorbate 20, Ethylhexylglycerin, Panthenol, Sorbitan isostearate, Citrus nobilis peel oil, Disodium edta, Eugenia caryophyllus leaf oil, Dipropylene glycol, Erythritol, Eugenol, Sodium citrate, Glucose, Hydrolyzed pea protein, Sodium chloride, Tocopherol, Peg-8/smdi copolymer, Tetrahexyldecyl ascorbate, Tocopheryl acetate, Sodium hyaluronate, Potassium sorbate, Sodium benzoate, Lecithin, Homarine hcl, Sodium succinate, Pentaerythrityl tetra-di-t-butyl hydroxyhydrocinnamate, Malus domestica fruit cell culture extract, Arabidopsis thaliana extract, Micrococcus lysate, Plankton extract, Ergothioneine
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| Image skincareDiscovery size PREVENTION+ daily matte moisturizer SPF 30YOUR PRODUCT | La Roche-PosayAnthelios 100% Mineral Sunscreen Moisturizer with Hyaluronic Acid | Farmacy BeautyGreen Defense Broad Spectrum SPF 30 Mineral Sunscreen | ReplenixTinted Oil-Free Face Sunscreen SPF50+ | |
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| Match | — | 56% | 55% | 54% |
| Price | $29.00 | $36.48+$7.48 | $36.00+$7.00 | $35.00+$6.00 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 6 of 11 | 6 of 11 | 5 of 11 |
| Key difference | — | Capryloyl Salicylic Acid | Alteromonas Ferment Extract | Niacinamide |
| Irritancy | High | Low | Medium | Low |
| SPF | SPF 30 | SPF 30 | SPF 30 | SPF 50 |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
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Product summary
We believe that "Image skincare - Discovery size PREVENTION+ daily matte moisturizer SPF 30" can provide reliable sun protection based on the ingredients listed. It can protect from both UVA and UVB rays. This is great news because not all sunscreens with SPF ratings give UVA protection. (UVA rays do not cause sunburn, but still damage our skin and lead to early aging).
Its formula is also hydrating, so you might not need an additional moistruizer during the day. This product prevents early signs of aging by protecting against sun damage (all broad spectrum sunscreens do that).
Sunscreen filters
This moisturizer is a mineral sunscreen. It uses zinc oxide for sun protection. Zinc oxide almost never irritates the skin or stings eyes, but it can leave a white cast.
Irritation risk
This moisturizer contains a bunch of common irritants, including ingredients that do not provide any known benefit for the skin. It might not be the best choice if your skin is sensitive. We assess the overall irritancy of this moisturizer to be high. For a detailed overview of all potential irritants: click here
You can see the detailed formula review with the breakdown of all actives in the product and the full ingredient list with estimated concentrations in the tables below.
Price
The product retails for 29.00$ in the United States.
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 26 studies and safety reviews.
- 1A review of inorganic UV filters zinc oxide and titanium dioxideonlinelibrary.wiley.com
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