Hydropeptide Solar Defense Non-Tinted SPF 50 Versus Obagi Matte Broad Spectrum SPF 50
Updated on April 09, 2025
Overview
What they are
These products are both sunscreens. They have a total of 10 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, oils, parabens or sulfates
What's Inside
They both contain silicones
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Ingredient Info
Hydropeptide Solar Defense Non-Tinted SPF 50 48 ingredients
Obagi Matte Broad Spectrum SPF 50 25 ingredients
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Hydropeptide Solar Defense Non-Tinted SPF 50 48 ingredients
Obagi Matte Broad Spectrum SPF 50 25 ingredients
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Titanium Dioxide 3%
Cosmetic Colorant
Zinc Oxide 7%
Cosmetic Colorant
1,2-Hexanediol
Skin ConditioningAllantoin
Skin Conditioning
Alumina
Abrasive
Biotin
AntiseborrhoeicButylene Glycol
Humectant
C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate
AntimicrobialCalendula Officinalis Flower Extract
Masking
Camellia Oleifera Leaf Extract
AstringentCaprylyl Glycol
EmollientCaprylyl Methicone
Skin Conditioning
Cetyl Alcohol
Emollient
Chamomilla Recutita Flower Extract
Masking
Citric Acid
Buffering
Cucumis Sativus Fruit Extract
EmollientCyclomethicone
Emollient
Cyclopentasiloxane
Emollient
Dimethicone
Emollient
Disodium EDTA
Ethylhexyl Palmitate
Emollient
Euterpe Oleracea Fruit Extract
Glycerin
Humectant
Glyceryl Caprylate
EmollientGlyceryl Stearate
Emollient
Glyceryl Undecylenate
Emollient
Hydrolyzed Yeast Protein
Skin ConditioningHydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer
Emulsion StabilisingKaempferia Galanga Root Extract
Skin ConditioningLauryl PEG-9 Polydimethylsiloxyethyl Dimethicone
Skin Conditioning
Niacinamide
Smoothing
Panthenol
Skin Conditioning
PEG-100 Stearate
Pentylene Glycol
Skin ConditioningPolyhydroxystearic Acid
Emulsifying
Polysorbate 60
Emulsifying
Propanediol
SolventPropylene Glycol
Humectant
Pyridoxine Hcl
Skin ConditioningSaccharomyces Cerevisiae Extract
Skin ConditioningSodium Citrate
BufferingSodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Sodium PCA
HumectantThermus Thermophillus Ferment
Skin ConditioningTriethoxycaprylylsilane
Triethoxysilylethyl Polydimethylsiloxyethyl Hexyl Dimethicone
Skin Conditioning
Water
Skin ConditioningXanthan Gum
EmulsifyingTitanium Dioxide 3%, Zinc Oxide 7%, 1,2-Hexanediol, Allantoin, Alumina, Biotin, Butylene Glycol, C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate, Calendula Officinalis Flower Extract, Camellia Oleifera Leaf Extract, Caprylyl Glycol, Caprylyl Methicone, Cetyl Alcohol, Chamomilla Recutita Flower Extract, Citric Acid, Cucumis Sativus Fruit Extract, Cyclomethicone, Cyclopentasiloxane, Dimethicone, Disodium EDTA, Ethylhexyl Palmitate, Euterpe Oleracea Fruit Extract, Glycerin, Glyceryl Caprylate, Glyceryl Stearate, Glyceryl Undecylenate, Hydrolyzed Yeast Protein, Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer, Kaempferia Galanga Root Extract, Lauryl PEG-9 Polydimethylsiloxyethyl Dimethicone, Niacinamide, Panthenol, PEG-100 Stearate, Pentylene Glycol, Polyhydroxystearic Acid, Polysorbate 60, Propanediol, Propylene Glycol, Pyridoxine Hcl, Saccharomyces Cerevisiae Extract, Sodium Citrate, Sodium Hyaluronate, Sodium PCA, Thermus Thermophillus Ferment, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, Triethoxysilylethyl Polydimethylsiloxyethyl Hexyl Dimethicone, Water, Xanthan Gum
Homosalate 10%
Skin Conditioning
Ethylhexyl Salicylate 5%
UV Absorber
Zinc Oxide 16.5%
Cosmetic Colorant
Water
Skin ConditioningC15-19 Alkane
SolventOctyldodecyl Neopentanoate
EmollientPolymethylsilsesquioxane
Sorbitan Olivate
Emulsifying
Silica
Abrasive
Polyglyceryl-6 Polyricinoleate
Emulsifying
Sodium Chloride
Masking
Xanthan Gum
EmulsifyingGlycerin
Humectant
Hydroxyacetophenone
Antioxidant
Disodium EDTA
1,2-Hexanediol
Skin ConditioningCaprylyl Glycol
EmollientSodium Hydroxide
BufferingTriethoxycaprylylsilane
Polyhydroxystearic Acid
Emulsifying
Disteardimonium Hectorite
StabilisingPolyglyceryl-2 Isostearate
Emulsifying
Euphorbia Cerifera Wax
Beeswax
Emulsion Stabilising
Dimethicone
Emollient
Homosalate 10%, Ethylhexyl Salicylate 5%, Zinc Oxide 16.5%, Water, C15-19 Alkane, Octyldodecyl Neopentanoate, Polymethylsilsesquioxane, Sorbitan Olivate, Silica, Polyglyceryl-6 Polyricinoleate, Sodium Chloride, Xanthan Gum, Glycerin, Hydroxyacetophenone, Disodium EDTA, 1,2-Hexanediol, Caprylyl Glycol, Sodium Hydroxide, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, Polyhydroxystearic Acid, Disteardimonium Hectorite, Polyglyceryl-2 Isostearate, Euphorbia Cerifera Wax, Beeswax, Dimethicone
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
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 may be harmful to coral reefs - though the verdict is not entirely out on this one.
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 Oxide1,2-Hexanediol is a synthetic liquid and another multi-functional powerhouse.Â
It is a:
- Humectant, drawing moisture into the skin
- Emollient, helping to soften skin
- Solvent, dispersing and stabilizing formulas
- Preservative booster, enhancing the antimicrobial activity of other preservativesÂ
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.
Learn more about Caprylyl GlycolDimethicone is a type of synthetic silicone created from natural materials such as quartz.
What it does:
Dimethicone comes in different viscosities:
Depending on the viscosity, dimethicone has different properties.
Ingredients lists don't always show which type is used, so we recommend reaching out to the brand if you have questions about the viscosity.
This ingredient is unlikely to cause irritation because it does not get absorbed into skin. However, people with silicone allergies should be careful about using this ingredient.
Note: Dimethicone may contribute to pilling. This is because it is not oil or water soluble, so pilling may occur when layered with products. When mixed with heavy oils in a formula, the outcome is also quite greasy.
Learn more about DimethiconeDisodium 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 EDTAGlycerin 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 GlycerinPolyhydroxystearic 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 AcidTriethoxycaprylylsilane 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 TriethoxycaprylylsilaneWater. 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. If you see this, drink a glass of water. Stay hydrated!
Learn more about WaterXanthan 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 GumIngredient Ratings
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