clearing defense spf30

Brand price

USD 29.50 · checked 8 Oct 2026 · on the brand's site

From the brand

What the brand says about this product. Our ingredient analysis follows below.

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

• Vitamin E1

  Tocopherols — fat-soluble antioxidants.

  Tocopheryl Acetate

• Vitamin C derivative (stable)1

  Stable derivatives of ascorbic acid.

  Sodium Ascorbyl Phosphate

• AHA1

  Alpha hydroxy acids — water-soluble chemical exfoliants.

  Citric Acid

• Vitamin C1

  Vitamin C in any form: an antioxidant and brightener.

  Sodium Ascorbyl Phosphate

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

• Redness Reducing2

  Soothes visible redness and calms irritation.

  Bisabolol, Salix Alba Bark Extract

• Smoothing7

  Refines rough or uneven texture.

  Arachidyl Alcohol, Behenyl Alcohol, C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Caprylyl Glycol, Citric Acid, Glyceryl Stearate

• Brightening2

  Restores radiance to dull, tired skin.

  Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate, Sodium Ascorbyl Phosphate

• Dark Spots1

  Fades dark spots for a more even tone.

  Sodium Ascorbyl Phosphate

• Acne Fighting1

  Helps clear breakouts and keep pores clear.

  Sodium Ascorbyl Phosphate

• Oil Control2

  Reduces shine and excess sebum.

  Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Salix Alba Bark Extract

• Pore Refining2

  Makes pores look smaller and cleaner.

  Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Salix Alba Bark Extract

• Exfoliating1

  Lifts dead surface cells to smooth texture.

  Citric Acid

• Antioxidant3

  Shields skin from free radical damage.

  Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Sodium Ascorbyl Phosphate, Tocopheryl Acetate

• Sun Protection5

  Filters UV to help prevent sun damage.

  Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Ethylhexyl Salicylate, Homosalate, Octocrylene

• Anti-Pollution4

  Helps defend against airborne pollutants.

  Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Glycerin, Sodium Ascorbyl Phosphate, Tocopheryl Acetate

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

Dupes

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