Dermalogica Invisible Physical Defense SPF 30 Versus Supergoop! Mattescreen Sunscreen SPF 40

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Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of Dermalogica Invisible Physical Defense SPF 30 versus Supergoop! Mattescreen Sunscreen SPF 40 .

Published on October 07, 2021

Overview

What they are

These products are both cruelty-free sunscreens. They have a total of 12 ingredients in common

Cool Features

They both contain exfoliants, SPF and Vitamin E

Suited For

They're both likely to be good for fighting acne, dry skin, brightening skin and sensitive skin

Free From

They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, parabens or sulfates

What's Inside

They both contain oils and silicones

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Dermalogica Invisible Physical Defense SPF 30

Supergoop! Mattescreen Sunscreen SPF 40

Sunscreen 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.

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

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Dermalogica Invisible Physical Defense SPF 30 37 ingredients

Supergoop! Mattescreen Sunscreen SPF 40 36 ingredients

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

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

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Dermalogica Invisible Physical Defense SPF 30 37 ingredients

Supergoop! Mattescreen Sunscreen SPF 40 36 ingredients

Notable Ingredients

Mineral UV Filter

Vitamin E

Exfoliators

Hyaluronic Acid

Benefits

Hydrating (2)

Redness Reducing

Reduces Irritation (2)

Reduces Large Pores

Anti-Aging

Acne Fighting (2)

Brightening (2)

Concerns

Drying

Acne Trigger

Rosacea (2)

Eczema

Notable Ingredients

Mineral UV Filter (2)

Vitamin E

Exfoliators

Peptides

Benefits

Hydrating

Reduces Irritation

Acne Fighting

Brightening

Concerns

Acne Trigger

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Ingredients Compared

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

Dermalogica Invisible Physical Defense SPF 30 37 ingredients

Supergoop! Mattescreen Sunscreen SPF 40 36 ingredients

Water • Zinc Oxide • Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride • C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate • Dimethicone • Butyloctyl Salicylate • Butylene Glycol • Glycerin • Silica • Polyhydroxystearic Acid • Peg-10 Dimethicone • Argania Spinosa Kernel Oil • Cordyceps Sinensis Extract • Trametes Versicolor Extract • Sodium Hyaluronate • Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract • Eucalyptus Globulus Leaf Oil • Lavandula Spica Flower Oil • Tocopheryl Acetate • Sodium Chloride • Stearalkonium Hectorite • Pentylene Glycol • Lauryl Peg-9 Polydimethylsiloxyethyl Dimethicone • Propanediol • Dimethicone Crosspolymer • Sodium Citrate • Propylene Carbonate • Xanthan Gum • Caprylyl Glycol • Bisabolol • Lavandula Hybrida Oil • Ethylhexylglycerin • Sodium Hydroxide • Potassium Sorbate • Sodium Benzoate • Linalool • Limonene

Titanium Dioxide 0.7% • Zinc Oxide 17% • Cyclopentasiloxane • Coco-Caprylate • Isododecane • Coco-Caprylate/Caprate • Dimethicone Crosspolymer • Silica Dimethyl Silylate • Dimethicone/Bis-Isobutyl Ppg-20 Crosspolymer • Argania Spinosa Kernel Oil • Tocopheryl Acetate • C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate • Polyglyceryl-3 Polyricinoleate • Dimethicone • CI 77492 • Water • Isostearic Acid • Propanediol • Ethylhexylglycerin • Peg/Ppg-18/18 Dimethicone • Bisabolol • Alumina • Hydrogen Dimethicone • CI 77491 • Polyhydroxystearic Acid • CI 77499 • Buddleja Officinalis Flower Extract • Triethoxycaprylylsilane • Hydrangea Arborescens Root Extract • Morus Alba Root Extract • Polysorbate 20 • Resveratrol • Scutellaria Lateriflora Extract • Caprylyl Glycol • Hexylene Glycol • Pentapeptide-21

Ingredients Side-by-side

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Ingredients Explained

These ingredients are found in both products.

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Water

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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Dermalogica Invisible Physical Defense SPF 30 contains this as ingredient number 1.

Supergoop! Mattescreen Sunscreen SPF 40 contains this as ingredient number 16.

Zinc Oxide

What it does: Cosmetic Colorant, Skin Protecting, UV Absorber, UV Filter

Community Rating: Liked

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.

More about harmful reef ingredients here.

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.

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Dermalogica Invisible Physical Defense SPF 30 contains this as ingredient number 2.

Supergoop! Mattescreen Sunscreen SPF 40 contains this as ingredient number 2.

C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate

What it does: Antimicrobial, Emollient, Skin Conditioning

Community Rating: Disliked

C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate is made up of Benzoic Acid and long chain alcohols. It has a low molecular weight.

C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate is an emollient and texture enhancer. Due to its solubility, it is often used in sunscreens to help evenly distribute active ingredients.

As an emollient, C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate helps soften and hydrate your skin. Emollients create a film on your skin that traps moisture within.

This ingredient has been reported to cause eye irritation.

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Dermalogica Invisible Physical Defense SPF 30 contains this as ingredient number 4.

Supergoop! Mattescreen Sunscreen SPF 40 contains this as ingredient number 12.

Dimethicone

What it does: Emollient, Skin Conditioning, Skin Protecting

Community Rating: Very Disliked

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.

Dermalogica Invisible Physical Defense SPF 30 contains this as ingredient number 5.

Supergoop! Mattescreen Sunscreen SPF 40 contains this as ingredient number 14.

Polyhydroxystearic Acid

What it does: Emulsifying

Community Rating: Disliked

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.

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Dermalogica Invisible Physical Defense SPF 30 contains this as ingredient number 10.

Supergoop! Mattescreen Sunscreen SPF 40 contains this as ingredient number 25.

Argania Spinosa Kernel Oil

What it does: Emollient, Skin Conditioning

Community Rating: Mixed

Argania Spinosa Kernel Oil is derived from the kernels of the argania spinosa tree. You may know it as argan oil.

Argan Oil is an antioxidant, hydrating, and soothing ingredient.

Studies have shown argan oil can help fight again radical damage from the sun. This makes it effective at preventing hyperpigmentation.

Large amounts of vitamin E found in argan oil helps the skin retain water. Argan oil also contains fatty acids such as linoleic acid, oleic acid, and palmitic acid. It is also a good source of lipids.

Another benefit of argan oil is skin-soothing. It can help reduce inflammation-related skin symptoms.

Argan Oil is effective at regulating sebum production in pores. This can make it effective at treating hormonal acne.

Traditionally, argan oil was used for its antibacterial and antifungal properties. However, argan oil contains fatty acids that may make it not fungal-acne safe.

Argan Trees are native to Morocco.

Learn more about Argania Spinosa Kernel Oil

Dermalogica Invisible Physical Defense SPF 30 contains this as ingredient number 12.

Supergoop! Mattescreen Sunscreen SPF 40 contains this as ingredient number 10.

Tocopheryl Acetate

What it does: Antioxidant, Skin Conditioning

Community Rating: Liked

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.

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Dermalogica Invisible Physical Defense SPF 30 contains this as ingredient number 19.

Supergoop! Mattescreen Sunscreen SPF 40 contains this as ingredient number 11.

Propanediol

What it does: Solvent

Community Rating: Liked

Propanediol helps absorb ingredients into your skin, boosting their benefits. It can act as an emollient, making your skin softer. Propanediol can help products last longer by boosting the properties of preservatives within the formulation.

Propanediol is not likely to cause sensitivity and considered safe to use.

It is derived from corn or petroleum with a clear color and no scent.

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Dermalogica Invisible Physical Defense SPF 30 contains this as ingredient number 24.

Supergoop! Mattescreen Sunscreen SPF 40 contains this as ingredient number 18.

Dimethicone Crosspolymer

What it does: Emulsion Stabilising

Community Rating: Very Disliked

Dimethicone Crosspolymer is a silicone created by modifying dimethicone with hydrocarbon side chains. Due to its large size, it does not penetrate skin. It is considered non-occlusive.

Dimethicone Crosspolymer is used to stabilize and thicken products. It also helps give products a silky feel.

Dermalogica Invisible Physical Defense SPF 30 contains this as ingredient number 25.

Supergoop! Mattescreen Sunscreen SPF 40 contains this as ingredient number 7.

Caprylyl Glycol

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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Dermalogica Invisible Physical Defense SPF 30 contains this as ingredient number 29.

Supergoop! Mattescreen Sunscreen SPF 40 contains this as ingredient number 34.

Bisabolol

What it does: Masking, Skin Conditioning, Soothing

Community Rating: Loved

Bisabolol is pimarily used to add fragrance to a product. However, it is also famous for helping soothe skin.

Bisabolol comes from German chamomile essential oil. Synthetic Bisabolol has been shown to be less effective.

Bisabolol helps soothe skin. It does this by blocking the inflammatory signals, helping to reduce your body's reaction to irritation.

Bisabolol also interferes with the process of hyperpigmentation. This can help with reducing dark spots and uneven tone.

Bisabolol is an antioxidant. Antioxidants help fight free-radicals. Free-radicals are molecules that may damage your skin cells. By fighting these free-radicals, Bisabolol may slow down signs of aging.

Studies have shown Bisabolol to have antimicrobial properties and may be a fungicide. These properties help preserve a product's shelf life.

Bisabolol also helps the absorption of other ingredients.

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Dermalogica Invisible Physical Defense SPF 30 contains this as ingredient number 30.

Supergoop! Mattescreen Sunscreen SPF 40 contains this as ingredient number 21.

Ethylhexylglycerin

What it does: Skin Conditioning

Community Rating: Mixed

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.

Dermalogica Invisible Physical Defense SPF 30 contains this as ingredient number 32.

Supergoop! Mattescreen Sunscreen SPF 40 contains this as ingredient number 19.

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