Obagi Nu-Derm Healthy Skin Protector SPF 35
Works for
2 of 2 advertised claims delivered
Sun protectionSPF 35 · 2 UV filtersBroad spectrum
This product offers a good level of protection against both UVB and UVA rays.
This sunscreen uses organic (so-called "chemical") sunscreen filters. Organic, or "chemical" filters usually provide reliable sun protection and rarely leave a white cast. Sunscreens with organic filters can sting eyes.
Anti-agingNo ingredient credited for this claimStrong support
“Contains 9% micronized zinc oxide to protect against long UVA rays linked to deep premature aging.”
This product can help prevent early signs of skin aging because it offers a good level of broad spectrum sun protection. Sun damage is the main cause of premature skin aging, and protecting your skin from the sun is the best anti-aging strategy.
Evens skin toneNot advertised by the brand · No ingredient credited for this claimStrong support
This product offers broad spectrum sun protection. It means that it can prevent hyperpigmentation and help keep the skin tone even (sun damage is the main factor causing age spots, darkening of post-acne marks and other discolorations).
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy7 flagged ingredientsLow risk
Comedogenic2 ingredients rated 2 or more on the 0–5 pore-clogging scale2 flagged
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Ingredients
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Ethylhexyl methoxycinnamate7.5%
- Irritation risk
- High
Octinoxate. When used in higher concentrations, works as a sunscreen protecting the skin from UVB rays. When used in lower concentration, helps to preserve the product formulation. Is shown to be harmful to coral reefs - consider avoiding bathing in coral reef areas when wearing a product with this ingredient. It can be irritating
More about Ethylhexyl methoxycinnamateZinc oxide9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A broad spectrum sunblock (protects from both UVA and UVB rays). Is suitable for most sensitive skins. In small concentrations, can be used as a colorant
More about Zinc oxideButylparaben~0.2–0.4%
Cetearyl alcohol~6.7–10%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 2/5
A non-drying alcohol. Works as an emollient. Helps water and oil mix together and creates a nice product texture
More about Cetearyl alcoholCitric acid~5.8–8.8%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH
More about Citric acidC13-14 isoparaffin~4.4–6.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin, dissolve other ingredients and create a thicker product consistency
More about C13-14 isoparaffinDea-cetyl phosphate~3.3–5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Disodium edta~0.5–1%
Ethylhexyl stearate~2.3–3.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Ethylhexyl stearateEthylparaben~0.2–0.4%
Isobutylparaben~1.3–2%
Isopropyl palmitate~1.1–1.7%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and create a thicker product consistency
More about Isopropyl palmitateLaureth-7~0.9–1.35%
Methylparaben~0.15–0.3%
Phenoxyethanol~0.5–1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolPolyacrylamide~0.5–1.15%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used to improve product texture and help oil and water mix together
More about PolyacrylamidePolyether-1~0.35–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Polysorbate 60~0.2–0.75%
Propylparaben~0.2–0.4%
Sodium hydroxide~0.1–0.4%
Triethoxycaprylylsilane~0.1–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of silicone that helps oil and water mix well together. Helps to disperse other ingredients, e.g. pigments, evenly in a formulation
More about TriethoxycaprylylsilaneWater~0.05–0.3%
Ingredient list view
Ethylhexyl methoxycinnamate, Zinc oxide, Butylparaben, Cetearyl alcohol, Citric acid, C13-14 isoparaffin, Dea-cetyl phosphate, Disodium edta, Ethylhexyl stearate, Ethylparaben, Isobutylparaben, Isopropyl palmitate, Laureth-7, Methylparaben, Phenoxyethanol, Polyacrylamide, Polyether-1, Polysorbate 60, Propylparaben, Sodium hydroxide, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, Water
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Product summary
Based on the ingredients included, we believe that "Obagi - Nu-Derm Healthy Skin Protector SPF 35" can offer reliable sun protection. We love that it can protect from both UVA and UVB rays (not all sunscreens with SPF ratings give UVA protection. UVA rays do not cause sunburn, but still damage our skin and lead to early aging).
Like all broad-spectrum sunscreens, this product has an anti-aging benefit.
Sunscreen filters
This sunscreen uses a mixture of both mineral and organic (so-called "chemical") UV filters. The organic filters in the product are: octinoxate. As for the mineral filters, this sunscreen uses zinc oxide.
Irritation risk
This product contains actives that can be irritating. We assess the overall irritancy of this product to be low. For a detailed overview of all potential irritants: click here
You can see the detailed formula review with the breakdown of all actives in the product and the full ingredient list with estimated concentrations in the tables below.
Price
The product retails for 53.00$ in the United States.
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 8 studies and safety reviews.
- 1A review of inorganic UV filters zinc oxide and titanium dioxideonlinelibrary.wiley.com
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- 6Safety Assessment of Isoparaffins as Used in Cosmeticsjournals.sagepub.com
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