Obagi Physical Defense Broad-Spectrum Mineral Sunscreen SPF 40+ PA++++ Versus Naked Sundays Collagen Glow 100% Mineral Sunscreen SPF 50+
Overview
What they are
These products are both sunscreens. They have a total of 7 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain 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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Ingredient Info
Obagi Physical Defense Broad-Spectrum Mineral Sunscreen SPF 40+ PA++++ 27 ingredients
Naked Sundays Collagen Glow 100% Mineral Sunscreen SPF 50+ 24 ingredients
About this product
About this product
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Obagi Physical Defense Broad-Spectrum Mineral Sunscreen SPF 40+ PA++++ 27 ingredients
Naked Sundays Collagen Glow 100% Mineral Sunscreen SPF 50+ 24 ingredients
Key Ingredients
Benefits
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Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Zinc Oxide 12.8%
Cosmetic Colorant
Titanium Dioxide 4.5%
Cosmetic Colorant
Water
Skin ConditioningCaprylic/Capric Triglyceride
MaskingDicaprylyl Carbonate
EmollientGlycerin
Humectant
Cetearyl Alcohol
Emollient
Dimethicone
Emollient
Propanediol
SolventPolyhydroxystearic Acid
Emulsifying
Cetearyl Glucoside
EmulsifyingAloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract
Emollient
Brassica Oleracea Italica Extract
AstringentBioflavonoids
Skin ConditioningDipotassium Glycyrrhizate
Humectant
Polyglyceryl-2 Dipolyhydroxystearate
Skin Conditioning
Sodium Stearoyl Glutamate
CleansingStearic Acid
Cleansing
Lauryl Glucoside
CleansingTriethoxycaprylylsilane
Xanthan Gum
EmulsifyingSilica
Abrasive
Alumina
Abrasive
Caprylhydroxamic Acid
Disodium EDTA
Caprylyl Glycol
EmollientPhenoxyethanol
Preservative
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 Dipolyhydroxystearate, Sodium Stearoyl Glutamate, Stearic Acid, Lauryl Glucoside, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, Xanthan Gum, Silica, Alumina, Caprylhydroxamic Acid, Disodium EDTA, Caprylyl Glycol, Phenoxyethanol
Zinc Oxide 22.75%
Cosmetic Colorant
Water
Skin ConditioningCoco-Caprylate
Emollient
Octyldodecanol
EmollientC10-18 Triglycerides
Emollient
PEG-30 Dipolyhydroxystearate
Emulsifying
Glycerin
Humectant
Cetearyl Alcohol
Emollient
Polyglyceryl-3 Polyricinoleate
Emulsifying
Gluconolactone
Skin Conditioning
Isostearic Acid
Cleansing
Sodium Chloride
Masking
Cetearyl Glucoside
EmulsifyingSodium Benzoate
Masking
Xanthan Gum
EmulsifyingCI 77492
Cosmetic ColorantDisodium EDTA
CI 77491
Cosmetic ColorantCitrullus Lanatus Seed Oil
Emollient
Hydrolyzed Soy Protein
HumectantHydrolyzed Rice Protein
Skin ConditioningCI 77499
Cosmetic ColorantAdansonia Digitata Leaf Extract
Skin ConditioningProline
Skin ConditioningZinc Oxide 22.75%, Water, Coco-Caprylate, Octyldodecanol, C10-18 Triglycerides, PEG-30 Dipolyhydroxystearate, Glycerin, Cetearyl Alcohol, Polyglyceryl-3 Polyricinoleate, Gluconolactone, Isostearic Acid, Sodium Chloride, Cetearyl Glucoside, Sodium Benzoate, Xanthan Gum, CI 77492, Disodium EDTA, CI 77491, Citrullus Lanatus Seed Oil, Hydrolyzed Soy Protein, Hydrolyzed Rice Protein, CI 77499, Adansonia Digitata Leaf Extract, Proline
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 OxideWater. 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 WaterGlycerin 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 GlycerinCetearyl 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 AlcoholCetearyl Glucoside is a surfactant and emulsifier. It can be produced from synthetic of natural sources of cetearyl alcohol and glucose.
Emulsifiers help prevent ingredients from separating, such as oils and waters. It can also be used to enhance the texture of products.
As a surfactant, Cetearyl Glucoside helps during the cleansing process. By gathering all the dirt and oils, it allows these molecules to be washed away easily.
Learn more about Cetearyl GlucosideXanthan 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 GumDisodium 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 EDTAIngredient Ratings
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Obagi Physical Defense Broad-Spectrum Mineral Sunscreen SPF 40+ PA++++ 27 ingredients
Naked Sundays Collagen Glow 100% Mineral Sunscreen SPF 50+ 24 ingredients
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Obagi Physical Defense Broad-Spectrum Mineral Sunscreen SPF 40+ PA++++ 27 ingredients
Naked Sundays Collagen Glow 100% Mineral Sunscreen SPF 50+ 24 ingredients
This is a beautiful mineral sunscreen last the Aussie sun and UV rays no problems at all coming from a dry sensitive rosacea prone girly. This suncream has done wonders never dried my skin out and helped get rid of the redness in my cheeks. This also has the added bonus of being fragrance free! It is a slightly thicker consistency however spreads evenly and easily. It is tinted and leaves no white Show more
I love this sunscreen so much. It’s clean with EWG certification, meaning it has a low hazard scale of 2 compared to other sunscreens with very harmful ingredients. My sensitive skin loves this, and it doesn’t burn my eyes. I don’t get irritated and it seems to not be causing me any new breakouts, I started using this product from testers and when I knew my skin could handle it I bought the full Show more
