Neutrogena
Clear Face Oil-Free Sunscreen SPF 50A sunscreen built around Chemical sunscreen, for barrier repair and smoothing.
A sunscreen built around Chemical sunscreen, for barrier repair and smoothing.
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USD 22.00 · checked 8 Oct 2026 · brand's site
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At a Glance

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Key Ingredients

Chemical sunscreen3
Organic UV filters that absorb UV and release it as heat.
Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane, Ethylhexyl Salicylate, Homosalate
Sunscreen3
Any ingredient acting as a UV filter.
Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane, Ethylhexyl Salicylate, Homosalate
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

Benefits

Hydrating6
Boosts hydration and relieves dry, tight skin.
Butylene Glycol, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Dimethicone, Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil, Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil, Tocopherol
Barrier Repair13
Strengthens and restores the skin's natural barrier.
Butylene Glycol Dicaprylate/Dicaprate, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Caprylyl Glycol, Centella Asiatica Extract, Dicaprylyl Carbonate, Dimethicone, Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil, Microcrystalline Wax, Propylheptyl Caprylate, Silica Silylate, Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil, Synthetic Wax, Tocopherol
Reduces Irritation2
Eases discomfort and supports skin resilience.
Hydrating4
Boosts hydration and relieves dry, tight skin.
Butylene Glycol, Cinnamomum Zeylanicum Bark Extract, Dimethicone, Propylene Glycol
Barrier Repair9
Strengthens and restores the skin's natural barrier.
C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate, Caprylyl Glycol, Cetyl Dimethicone, Cinnamomum Zeylanicum Bark Extract, Dimethicone, Ethylhexyl Stearate, Neopentyl Glycol Diheptanoate, Propylene Glycol, Sodium Polyacrylate

Concerns

May Worsen Seborrheic Dermatitis4
May feed the yeast involved in seborrheic dermatitis.
Butyloctyl Salicylate, Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil, Lauryl Polyglyceryl-3 Polydimethylsiloxyethyl Dimethicone, Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil
May Worsen Keratosis Pilaris2
May clog follicles or strip skin prone to keratosis pilaris.
May Worsen Oily Skin2
May increase shine or excess oil.
May Worsen Seborrheic Dermatitis5
May feed the yeast involved in seborrheic dermatitis.
C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate, Ethylhexyl Stearate, Steareth-100, Steareth-2, Trideceth-6
May Worsen Keratosis Pilaris2
May clog follicles or strip skin prone to keratosis pilaris.
May Worsen Irritation2
May cause stinging, redness or sensitivity.

Ingredients Side-by-side

Emollient
Emollient
Film Forming
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane
Light Stabilizer, UV Absorber, UV Filter
Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane is a chemical UV filter.
Learn more about Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane →Homosalate
Fragrance, UV Absorber, UV Filter
Homosalate is a chemical UV filter.
Learn more about Homosalate →Ethylhexyl Salicylate
Light Stabilizer, UV Absorber, UV Filter
Ethylhexyl Salicylate is a chemical UV filter.
Learn more about Ethylhexyl Salicylate →Silica
Abrasive, Absorbent, Anticaking, Bulking, Opacifying, Viscosity Controlling
Silicon dioxide
Learn more about Silica →Dimethicone
Antifoaming, Skin Conditioning, Emollient, Skin Protecting
Dimethicone is a silicone.
Learn more about Dimethicone →Caprylyl Glycol
Deodorant, Hair Conditioning, Skin Conditioning, Emollient
Caprylyl Glycol is the diol that conforms to the formula
Learn more about Caprylyl Glycol →Ethylhexylglycerin
Deodorant, Skin Conditioning
Ethylhexylglycerin is the organic compound that conforms to the formula
Learn more about Ethylhexylglycerin →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 →
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