Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of Obagi Physical Defense Broad-Spectrum Mineral Sunscreen SPF 40+ PA++++ versus Supergoop! Mineral Mattescreen SPF 40 PA+++ US .
Last updated on March 12, 2024. Published on December 13, 2021
Overview
What they are
These products are both sunscreens. They have a total of 9 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
Obagi Physical Defense Broad-Spectrum Mineral Sunscreen SPF 40+ PA++++ 28 ingredients
Supergoop! Mineral Mattescreen SPF 40 PA+++ 21 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 😥
Cruelty Free
This product is cruelty-free 🎉
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Obagi Physical Defense Broad-Spectrum Mineral Sunscreen SPF 40+ PA++++ 28 ingredients
Supergoop! Mineral Mattescreen SPF 40 PA+++ 21 ingredients
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Obagi Physical Defense Broad-Spectrum Mineral Sunscreen SPF 40+ PA++++ 28 ingredients
Supergoop! Mineral Mattescreen SPF 40 PA+++ 21 ingredients
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
Titanium Dioxide 1.33% • Zinc Oxide 17.42% • Dimethicone • Dimethicone Crosspolymer • Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride • Methyl Dihydroabietate • Polyhydroxystearic Acid • C9-12 Alkane • Glycerin • CI 77492 • Ethylhexylglycerin • Water • Coco-Caprylate/Caprate • Silica • Stearic Acid • CI 77491 • CI 77499 • Hedychium Coronarium Root Extract • Lactobacillus/Arundinaria Gigantea Leaf Ferment Filtrate • Leuconostoc/Radish Root Ferment Filtrate • CI 77891
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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 OxideObagi Physical Defense Broad-Spectrum Mineral Sunscreen SPF 40+ PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 1.
Supergoop! Mineral Mattescreen SPF 40 PA+++ US contains this as ingredient number 2.
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 DioxideObagi Physical Defense Broad-Spectrum Mineral Sunscreen SPF 40+ PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 2.
Supergoop! Mineral Mattescreen SPF 40 PA+++ US 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 WaterObagi Physical Defense Broad-Spectrum Mineral Sunscreen SPF 40+ PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 3.
Supergoop! Mineral Mattescreen SPF 40 PA+++ US contains this as ingredient number 12.
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride is an emollient, solvent, and texture enhancer. It is considered a skin-softener by helping the skin prevent moisture loss.
Within a product, Caprylic Triglyceride can thicken the product and make spreadability easier by dissolving clumping compounds. An added benefit of Caprylic Triglyceride is its antioxidant properties.
Caprylic Triglyceride is made by combining glycerin with coconut oil, forming a clear liquid. Caprylic Triglyceride has not been found to be toxic for human use in concentrations under 50%.
While there is an assumption Caprylic Triglyceride can clog pores due to it being derived from coconut oil, there is no research supporting this.
Learn more about Caprylic/Capric TriglycerideObagi Physical Defense Broad-Spectrum Mineral Sunscreen SPF 40+ PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 4.
Supergoop! Mineral Mattescreen SPF 40 PA+++ US contains this as ingredient number 5.
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 GlycerinObagi Physical Defense Broad-Spectrum Mineral Sunscreen SPF 40+ PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 6.
Supergoop! Mineral Mattescreen SPF 40 PA+++ US contains this as ingredient number 9.
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.
Obagi Physical Defense Broad-Spectrum Mineral Sunscreen SPF 40+ PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 8.
Supergoop! Mineral Mattescreen SPF 40 PA+++ US contains this as ingredient number 3.
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 AcidObagi Physical Defense Broad-Spectrum Mineral Sunscreen SPF 40+ PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 10.
Supergoop! Mineral Mattescreen SPF 40 PA+++ US contains this as ingredient number 7.
Stearic Acid is a fatty acid. It is an emollient, emulsifier, and texture enhancer.
As an emollient, stearic acid helps soften skin. It aids the skin's protective barrier by preventing water loss. It also provides a gentle cleansing effect without stripping away natural oils.
Stearic acid may also be used to enhance the texture of products. It can add volume and stabilize ingredients such as water and oil. This can help water and oil ingredients from separating.
Sources of stearic acid include animal or vegetable fats/oils such as coconut or shea. It can be naturally found in butter, cocoa butter, shea butter, vegetable fats, and animal tallow.
This ingredient may not be Malassezia folliculitis, or fungal-acne safe.
Learn more about Stearic AcidObagi Physical Defense Broad-Spectrum Mineral Sunscreen SPF 40+ PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 19.
Supergoop! Mineral Mattescreen SPF 40 PA+++ US contains this as ingredient number 15.
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 SilicaObagi Physical Defense Broad-Spectrum Mineral Sunscreen SPF 40+ PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 23.
Supergoop! Mineral Mattescreen SPF 40 PA+++ US contains this as ingredient number 14.
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Obagi Physical Defense Broad-Spectrum Mineral Sunscreen SPF 40+ PA++++ 28 ingredients
Supergoop! Mineral Mattescreen SPF 40 PA+++ 21 ingredients
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