Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of EltaMD, Inc UV Physical Broad-Spectrum SPF 41 Sunscreen - Tinted versus Obagi Physical Defense Broad-Spectrum Mineral Sunscreen SPF 40+ PA++++ .
Published on April 08, 2022
Overview
What they are
These products are both sunscreens. They have a total of 6 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain exfoliants and SPF
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for fighting acne, dry skin and brightening skin
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, fragrances, oils, 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
EltaMD, Inc UV Physical Broad-Spectrum SPF 41 Sunscreen - Tinted 24 ingredients
Obagi Physical Defense Broad-Spectrum Mineral Sunscreen SPF 40+ PA++++ 28 ingredients
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 😥
Not Cruelty Free
This product is not cruelty-free 😥
Alcohol Free
This product is free of harsh alcohols 🎉
Contains Silicon
Ingredients in this product that are types of silicon:
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
Ingredients in this product that are not malassezia safe:
Not Reef Safe
Ingredients in this product that are not reef safe:
EU Allergen Free
This product is free of EU allergens 🎉
Non Vegan
This product is not vegan 😥
Not Cruelty Free
This product is not cruelty-free 😥
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EltaMD, Inc UV Physical Broad-Spectrum SPF 41 Sunscreen - Tinted 24 ingredients
Obagi Physical Defense Broad-Spectrum Mineral Sunscreen SPF 40+ PA++++ 28 ingredients
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EltaMD, Inc UV Physical Broad-Spectrum SPF 41 Sunscreen - Tinted 24 ingredients
Obagi Physical Defense Broad-Spectrum Mineral Sunscreen SPF 40+ PA++++ 28 ingredients
Zinc Oxide 9% • Titanium Dioxide 7% • Alumina • Butylene Glycol • Citric Acid • Iodopropynyl Butylcarbamate • CI 77492 • Isopropyl Palmitate • Lecithin • Linoleic Acid • Hydrogen Dimethicone • Octyldodecyl Neopentanoate • Ethylhexyl Stearate • Oleth-3 Phosphate • Perfluorononyl Dimethicone • Phenoxyethanol • Polyacrylate-13 • Polyisobutene • Polysorbate 20 • Water • Quercetin • Sodium Hydroxide • Thioctic Acid • Triethoxycaprylylsilane
Zinc Oxide 12.8% • Titanium Dioxide 4.5% • Water • Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride • Dicaprylyl Carbonate • Glycerin • Cetearyl Alcohol • Dimethicone • Propanediol • Polyhydroxystearic Acid • Cetearyl Glucoside • Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract • Brassica Oleracea Italica Extract • Bioflavonoids • Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate • Polyglyceryl-2 Oleate • Peg-30 Dipolyhydroxystearate • Sodium Stearoyl Glutamate • Stearic Acid • Lauryl Glucoside • Triethoxycaprylylsilane • Xanthan Gum • Silica • Alumina • Caprylhydroxamic Acid • Disodium EDTA • Caprylyl Glycol • Phenoxyethanol
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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 OxideEltaMD, Inc UV Physical Broad-Spectrum SPF 41 Sunscreen - Tinted contains this as ingredient number 1.
Obagi Physical Defense Broad-Spectrum Mineral Sunscreen SPF 40+ PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 1.
Titanium dioxide is known for its UVA and UVB protection properties. It is non-comedogenic and non-irritating. Titanium Dioxide is a physical sunscreen. Physical sunscreens reflect light and prevent it from reaching your skin.
Protecting your skin against UV radiation can prevent the signs of aging. Sun damage is associated with fine-lines, wrinkles, loss of firmness, and hyperpigmentation. Titanium dioxide can help prevent premature aging.
With modern production, nano-scale or fine-grade titanium dioxide can be easily produced for cosmetics. In sunscreen, titanium dioxide absorbs UV light. Our skin is not able to absorb Titanium dioxide, even nanoparticles.
Titanium itself is the 9th most common element in the Earth's crust. Titanium dioxide is formed when oxygen is introduced and can be found in ores, dust, sand, and soil.
Pure titanium dioxide is a white powder that is used in many products to add or change color.
Learn more about Titanium DioxideEltaMD, Inc UV Physical Broad-Spectrum SPF 41 Sunscreen - Tinted contains this as ingredient number 2.
Obagi Physical Defense Broad-Spectrum Mineral Sunscreen SPF 40+ PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 2.
Alumina is another name for the compound aluminum oxide. It is used as a thickener, absorbent, and abrasive.
As an absorbent, alumina can give a mattifying effect. It is used in mineral sunscreens to help coat nano-sized filters, such as titanium dioxide. By increasing the size of the UV filters, these ingredients stay on the skin for a longer time. By coating small sized ingredients, alumina helps thicken a product.
Alumina may be used as an abrasive, or exfoliant.
Alumina is naturally occurring in the mineral corundum. Certain varieties of corundum create rubies and sapphires. Corundum is also the crystalline form of alumina.
Learn more about AluminaEltaMD, Inc UV Physical Broad-Spectrum SPF 41 Sunscreen - Tinted contains this as ingredient number 3.
Obagi Physical Defense Broad-Spectrum Mineral Sunscreen SPF 40+ PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 24.
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.
EltaMD, Inc UV Physical Broad-Spectrum SPF 41 Sunscreen - Tinted contains this as ingredient number 16.
Obagi Physical Defense Broad-Spectrum Mineral Sunscreen SPF 40+ PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 28.
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 WaterEltaMD, Inc UV Physical Broad-Spectrum SPF 41 Sunscreen - Tinted contains this as ingredient number 20.
Obagi Physical Defense Broad-Spectrum Mineral Sunscreen SPF 40+ PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 3.
Triethoxycaprylylsilane is a silicone used to bind and stabilize ingredients.
As an emulsifier, it helps prevent ingredients from separating. This can help elongate the shelf life of products.
Triethoxycaprylylsilane is often used to coat mineral sunscreens ingredients to help give a better feel. It also helps reduce oxidative stress in sunscreens.
Learn more about TriethoxycaprylylsilaneEltaMD, Inc UV Physical Broad-Spectrum SPF 41 Sunscreen - Tinted contains this as ingredient number 24.
Obagi Physical Defense Broad-Spectrum Mineral Sunscreen SPF 40+ PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 21.
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EltaMD, Inc UV Physical Broad-Spectrum SPF 41 Sunscreen - Tinted 24 ingredients
Obagi Physical Defense Broad-Spectrum Mineral Sunscreen SPF 40+ PA++++ 28 ingredients
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EltaMD, Inc UV Physical Broad-Spectrum SPF 41 Sunscreen - Tinted 24 ingredients
Obagi Physical Defense Broad-Spectrum Mineral Sunscreen SPF 40+ PA++++ 28 ingredients
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