Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of Le Prunier Plumscreen® Broad Spectrum SPF 31 UVA/UVB/HEV PA+++ versus Obagi Physical Defense Broad-Spectrum Mineral Sunscreen SPF 40+ PA++++ .
Published on April 22, 2023
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, fragrances, parabens or sulfates
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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
Le Prunier Plumscreen® Broad Spectrum SPF 31 UVA/UVB/HEV PA+++ 19 ingredients
Obagi Physical Defense Broad-Spectrum Mineral Sunscreen SPF 40+ PA++++ 28 ingredients
Alcohol Free
This product is free of harsh alcohols 🎉
Silicon Free
This product is free of silicons 🎉
Fragrance Free
This product is free of fragrances 🎉
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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Not Reef Safe
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EU Allergen Free
This product is free of EU allergens 🎉
Non Vegan
This product is not vegan 😥
Cruelty Free
This product is cruelty-free 🎉
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
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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Le Prunier Plumscreen® Broad Spectrum SPF 31 UVA/UVB/HEV PA+++ 19 ingredients
Obagi Physical Defense Broad-Spectrum Mineral Sunscreen SPF 40+ PA++++ 28 ingredients
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Ingredients that are highlighted in purple are present in both products.
Le Prunier Plumscreen® Broad Spectrum SPF 31 UVA/UVB/HEV PA+++ 19 ingredients
Obagi Physical Defense Broad-Spectrum Mineral Sunscreen SPF 40+ PA++++ 28 ingredients
Zinc Oxide 4.7% • Water • Coco-Caprylate/Caprate • Prunus Domestica Seed Oil • Prunus Domestica Seed Extract • Prunus Domestica Fruit Extract • Glycerin • Cetearyl Alcohol • Cetearyl Olivate • Sorbitan Olivate • Propanediol • Zonaria Tournefortii Extract • Sodium Stearoyl Glutamate • Silica • Xanthan Gum • Tetrasodium Glutamate Diacetate • Polyhydroxystearic Acid • Caprylhydroxamic Acid • Caprylyl Glyceryl Ether
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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Ingredients Explained
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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 OxideLe Prunier Plumscreen® Broad Spectrum SPF 31 UVA/UVB/HEV PA+++ contains this as ingredient number 1.
Obagi Physical Defense Broad-Spectrum Mineral Sunscreen SPF 40+ PA++++ 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 WaterLe Prunier Plumscreen® Broad Spectrum SPF 31 UVA/UVB/HEV PA+++ contains this as ingredient number 2.
Obagi Physical Defense Broad-Spectrum Mineral Sunscreen SPF 40+ PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 3.
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 GlycerinLe Prunier Plumscreen® Broad Spectrum SPF 31 UVA/UVB/HEV PA+++ contains this as ingredient number 7.
Obagi Physical Defense Broad-Spectrum Mineral Sunscreen SPF 40+ PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 6.
Cetearyl alcohol is a mixture of two fatty alcohols: cetyl alcohol and stearyl alcohol. It is mainly used as an emulsifier. Emulsifiers help prevent the separation of oils and products. Due to its composition, it can also be used to thicken a product or help create foam.
Cetearyl alcohol is an emollient. Emollients help soothe and hydrate the skin by trapping moisture.
Studies show Cetearyl alcohol is non-toxic and non-irritating. The FDA allows products labeled "alcohol-free" to have fatty alcohols.
This ingredient is usually derived from plant oils such as palm, vegetable, or coconut oils. There is debate on whether this ingredient will cause acne.
Due to the fatty acid base, this ingredient may not be Malassezia folliculitis safe.
Learn more about Cetearyl AlcoholLe Prunier Plumscreen® Broad Spectrum SPF 31 UVA/UVB/HEV PA+++ contains this as ingredient number 8.
Obagi Physical Defense Broad-Spectrum Mineral Sunscreen SPF 40+ PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 7.
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.
Learn more about PropanediolLe Prunier Plumscreen® Broad Spectrum SPF 31 UVA/UVB/HEV PA+++ contains this as ingredient number 11.
Obagi Physical Defense Broad-Spectrum Mineral Sunscreen SPF 40+ PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 9.
Sodium Stearoyl Glutamate is an emulsifier and helps condition the skin. It is amino acid-based.
In higher amounts, it may act as a cleansing agent.
Le Prunier Plumscreen® Broad Spectrum SPF 31 UVA/UVB/HEV PA+++ contains this as ingredient number 13.
Obagi Physical Defense Broad-Spectrum Mineral Sunscreen SPF 40+ PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 18.
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 SilicaLe Prunier Plumscreen® Broad Spectrum SPF 31 UVA/UVB/HEV PA+++ contains this as ingredient number 14.
Obagi Physical Defense Broad-Spectrum Mineral Sunscreen SPF 40+ PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 23.
Xanthan 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 GumLe Prunier Plumscreen® Broad Spectrum SPF 31 UVA/UVB/HEV PA+++ contains this as ingredient number 15.
Obagi Physical Defense Broad-Spectrum Mineral Sunscreen SPF 40+ PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 22.
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 AcidLe Prunier Plumscreen® Broad Spectrum SPF 31 UVA/UVB/HEV PA+++ contains this as ingredient number 17.
Obagi Physical Defense Broad-Spectrum Mineral Sunscreen SPF 40+ PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 10.
Caprylhydroxamic Acid is a chelating agent.
Chelating agents help prevent metal ions from binding to other ingredients. This helps prevent unwanted reactions and effects from using the product.
Caprylhydroxamic Acid is often used with natural antimicrobial products as an alternative to preservatives.
Learn more about Caprylhydroxamic AcidLe Prunier Plumscreen® Broad Spectrum SPF 31 UVA/UVB/HEV PA+++ contains this as ingredient number 18.
Obagi Physical Defense Broad-Spectrum Mineral Sunscreen SPF 40+ PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 25.
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Le Prunier Plumscreen® Broad Spectrum SPF 31 UVA/UVB/HEV PA+++ 19 ingredients
Obagi Physical Defense Broad-Spectrum Mineral Sunscreen SPF 40+ PA++++ 28 ingredients
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Le Prunier Plumscreen® Broad Spectrum SPF 31 UVA/UVB/HEV PA+++ 19 ingredients
Obagi Physical Defense Broad-Spectrum Mineral Sunscreen SPF 40+ PA++++ 28 ingredients
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