Obagi Sun Shield Mineral Broad Spectrum SPF 50 Versus Skincare by Dr V InZincable SPF 50
Updated on March 22, 2024
Overview
What they are
These products are both sunscreens. They have a total of 5 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain SPF
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for fighting acne, dry skin, brightening skin, sensitive skin, scar healing and dark spots
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, fragrances, parabens or sulfates
What's Inside
They both contain silicones
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Ingredient Info
Obagi Sun Shield Mineral Broad Spectrum SPF 50 24 ingredients
Skincare by Dr V InZincable SPF 50 32 ingredients
What's inside (and what isn't)
What's inside (and what isn't)
At a glance
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Obagi Sun Shield Mineral Broad Spectrum SPF 50 24 ingredients
Skincare by Dr V InZincable SPF 50 32 ingredients
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Zinc Oxide 15.6%
Cosmetic Colorant
Titanium Dioxide 6.2%
Cosmetic Colorant
Water
Skin ConditioningCaprylic/Capric Triglyceride
Masking
Dicaprylyl Carbonate
EmollientPentylene Glycol
Skin ConditioningSteareth-2
EmulsifyingGlycerin
Humectant
Silica
Abrasive
Polyhydroxystearic Acid
Emulsifying
Steareth-21
CleansingCetearyl Alcohol
Emollient
Propanediol
Solvent
Alumina
Abrasive
Stearic Acid
Cleansing
Sodium Stearoyl Glutamate
CleansingCaprylyl Glycol
EmollientTriethoxycaprylylsilane
Cetearyl Glucoside
EmulsifyingXanthan Gum
EmulsifyingDipotassium Glycyrrhizate
Humectant
Trisodium Ethylenediamine Disuccinate
Caprylhydroxamic Acid
Tropaeolum Majus Flower/Leaf/Stem Extract
Skin ConditioningZinc Oxide 15.6%, Titanium Dioxide 6.2%, Water, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Dicaprylyl Carbonate, Pentylene Glycol, Steareth-2, Glycerin, Silica, Polyhydroxystearic Acid, Steareth-21, Cetearyl Alcohol, Propanediol, Alumina, Stearic Acid, Sodium Stearoyl Glutamate, Caprylyl Glycol, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, Cetearyl Glucoside, Xanthan Gum, Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate, Trisodium Ethylenediamine Disuccinate, Caprylhydroxamic Acid, Tropaeolum Majus Flower/Leaf/Stem Extract
Water
Skin ConditioningZinc Oxide 17%
Cosmetic Colorant
C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate
AntimicrobialButyloctyl Salicylate
Skin Conditioning
Caprylyl Methicone
Skin Conditioning
Glycerin
Humectant
Dimethicone
Emollient
Niacinamide
Smoothing
Copernicia Cerifera Wax
Argania Spinosa Kernel Oil
Emollient
Tocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
PEG-9 Polydimethylsiloxyethyl Dimethicone
Emulsifying
Capsicum Annuum Fruit Extract
Antimicrobial
Polyhydroxystearic Acid
Emulsifying
Dimethicone/PEG-10/15 Crosspolymer
Stearalkonium Hectorite
Gel FormingTocopherol
Antioxidant
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Sodium PCA
Humectant
Buddleja Davidii Callus Extract
Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer
Skin Conditioning
Propylene Carbonate
SolventIsostearic Acid
Cleansing
Oryza Sativa Bran Wax
Skin Conditioning
Bisabolol
Masking
Disodium EDTA
Citric Acid
Buffering
Dipropylene Glycol
MaskingSodium Benzoate
Masking
Xanthan Gum
EmulsifyingSodium Citrate
BufferingSodium Salicylate
Preservative
Water, Zinc Oxide 17%, C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate, Butyloctyl Salicylate, Caprylyl Methicone, Glycerin, Dimethicone, Niacinamide, Copernicia Cerifera Wax, Argania Spinosa Kernel Oil, Tocopheryl Acetate, PEG-9 Polydimethylsiloxyethyl Dimethicone, Capsicum Annuum Fruit Extract, Polyhydroxystearic Acid, Dimethicone/PEG-10/15 Crosspolymer, Stearalkonium Hectorite, Tocopherol, Phenoxyethanol, Sodium PCA, Buddleja Davidii Callus Extract, Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Propylene Carbonate, Isostearic Acid, Oryza Sativa Bran Wax, Bisabolol, Disodium EDTA, Citric Acid, Dipropylene Glycol, Sodium Benzoate, Xanthan Gum, Sodium Citrate, Sodium Salicylate
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
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 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 AcidWater. 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 GumZinc 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 OxideIngredient Ratings
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