Dermalogica
clearing defense spf30A moisturizer with spf built around Chemical sunscreen and Vitamin C derivative, for barrier repair and smoothing.
A moisturizer with spf built around Chemical sunscreen and Hyaluronic acid, for barrier repair and smoothing.
Brand price
USD 29.50 · checked 8 Oct 2026 · brand's site
Brand price
GBP 57.00 · checked 8 Oct 2026 · brand's site

At a Glance

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Key Ingredients

Chemical sunscreen4
Organic UV filters that absorb UV and release it as heat.
Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane, Ethylhexyl Salicylate, Homosalate, Octocrylene
Sunscreen4
Any ingredient acting as a UV filter.
Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane, Ethylhexyl Salicylate, Homosalate, Octocrylene
Chemical sunscreen3
Organic UV filters that absorb UV and release it as heat.
Bis-Ethylhexyloxyphenol Methoxyphenyl Triazine, Diethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl Benzoate, Ethylhexyl Triazone
Fatty alcohol1
Waxy fatty alcohols used as emollients and thickeners; unrelated to drying alcohol.
Sunscreen3
Any ingredient acting as a UV filter.
Bis-Ethylhexyloxyphenol Methoxyphenyl Triazine, Diethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl Benzoate, Ethylhexyl Triazone

Benefits

Hydrating6
Boosts hydration and relieves dry, tight skin.
Butylene Glycol, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate, Glycerin, Propanediol, Saccharide Isomerate
Barrier Repair8
Strengthens and restores the skin's natural barrier.
Arachidyl Alcohol, Behenyl Alcohol, C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Caprylyl Glycol, Coriandrum Sativum Fruit Oil, Glycerin, Glyceryl Stearate
Reduces Irritation4
Eases discomfort and supports skin resilience.
Bisabolol, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate, Salix Alba Bark Extract
Hydrating5
Boosts hydration and relieves dry, tight skin.
Butylene Glycol, Dimethicone, Ectoin, Glycerin, Sodium Hyaluronate
Barrier Repair9
Strengthens and restores the skin's natural barrier.
C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate, Cetearyl Alcohol, Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Fruit Oil, Dibutyl Adipate, Dicaprylyl Carbonate, Dimethicone, Glycerin, Litsea Cubeba Fruit Oil, Sodium Polyacrylate
Smoothing7
Refines rough or uneven texture.
C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate, Cetearyl Alcohol, Citric Acid, Dibutyl Adipate, Dicaprylyl Carbonate, Dimethicone, Sodium Polyacrylate

Concerns

May Worsen Seborrheic Dermatitis10
May feed the yeast involved in seborrheic dermatitis.
Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer, Arachidyl Alcohol, Arachidyl Glucoside, Behenyl Alcohol, Butyloctyl Salicylate, C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate, Glyceryl Stearate, PEG-100 Stearate, Polyglyceryl-2 Distearate, Potassium Cetyl Phosphate
May Worsen Irritation7
May cause stinging, redness or sensitivity.
Citronellol, Citrus Aurantium Dulcis Peel Oil, Coriandrum Sativum Fruit Oil, Geraniol, Limonene, Linalool, Terpineol
May Worsen Eczema7
May worsen itching or irritation for eczema-prone skin.
Citronellol, Citrus Aurantium Dulcis Peel Oil, Coriandrum Sativum Fruit Oil, Geraniol, Limonene, Linalool, Terpineol
May Worsen Rosacea7
Can trigger flare-ups in rosacea-prone skin.
Citronellol, Citrus Aurantium Dulcis Peel Oil, Coriandrum Sativum Fruit Oil, Geraniol, Limonene, Linalool, Terpineol
May Worsen Seborrheic Dermatitis7
May feed the yeast involved in seborrheic dermatitis.
C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate, Ceteareth-6 Olivate, Cetearyl Alcohol, Cetearyl Glucoside, Coco-Glucoside, Potassium Cetyl Phosphate, Tetrahexyldecyl Ascorbate
May Worsen Keratosis Pilaris1
May clog follicles or strip skin prone to keratosis pilaris.
May Worsen Irritation19
May cause stinging, redness or sensitivity.
Boswellia Carterii Oil, Cananga Odorata Flower Oil, Citral, Citronellol, Citrus Aurantium Amara Leaf/Twig Oil, Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Fruit Oil, Citrus Aurantium Dulcis Peel Oil Expressed, Citrus Grandis Peel Oil, Citrus Limon Peel Oil, Citrus Nobilis Peel Oil, Geraniol, Juniperus Virginiana Wood Oil, Limonene, Linalool, Litsea Cubeba Fruit Oil, Pelargonium Graveolens Flower Oil, Pelargonium Graveolens Oil, Salvia Sclarea Oil, Vetiveria Zizanoides Root Oil

Ingredients Side-by-side

Skin Conditioning
C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate (in both products)
Emollient
- Fatty alcohols (Malassezia)
- May Worsen Seborrheic Dermatitis
Viscosity Controlling
Emollient
C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate (in both products)
Emollient
- Fatty alcohols (Malassezia)
- May Worsen Seborrheic Dermatitis
Emollient
Potassium Cetyl Phosphate (in both products)
Cleansing
- Fatty alcohols (Malassezia)
- May Worsen Seborrheic Dermatitis
Emollient
2 / 1
- Fatty alcohol
- Fatty alcohols (Malassezia)
- May Trigger Acne
- May Worsen Keratosis Pilaris
- May Worsen Seborrheic Dermatitis
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
Butylene Glycol
Fragrance, Humectant, Skin Conditioning, Solvent, Viscosity Controlling
Butane-1,3-diol (CAS No. 107-88-0/ EC No. 203-529-7) (R)-(-)-butane-1,3-diol” (CAS No. 6290-03-5/ EC No. 228-532-0)
Learn more about Butylene Glycol →C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate
Antimicrobial, Skin Conditioning, Emollient
C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate isn't fungal acne safe.
Learn more about C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate →Potassium Cetyl Phosphate
Cleansing, Emulsifying
Potassium Cetyl Phosphate isn't fungal acne safe.
Learn more about Potassium Cetyl Phosphate →Xanthan Gum
Binding, Emulsion Stabilising, Gel Forming, Skin Conditioning, Cleansing, Emulsifying, Viscosity Controlling
Xanthan gum
Learn more about Xanthan Gum →Ethylhexylglycerin
Deodorant, Skin Conditioning
Ethylhexylglycerin is the organic compound that conforms to the formula
Learn more about Ethylhexylglycerin →Citric Acid
Buffering, Chelating, Fragrance
Citric Acid is an AHA.
Learn more about Citric Acid →Glycerin
Denaturant, Fragrance, Hair Conditioning, Humectant, Oral Care, Perfuming, Humectant, Skin Protecting, Solvent, Viscosity Controlling
Glycerin may be plant, synthetic or animal depending on the supplier.
Learn more about Glycerin →Pentylene Glycol
Skin Conditioning, Solvent
1,2-Dihydroxypentane
Learn more about Pentylene Glycol →Linalool
Deodorant, Perfuming
Linalool is a fragrance.
Learn more about Linalool →Limonene
Deodorant, Perfuming, Solvent
Limonene is a fragrance.
Learn more about Limonene →
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