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Daily UV Defense Sunscreen Broad Spectrum SPF 50+
A sunscreen built around Chemical sunscreen, for barrier repair and smoothing.
Brand price
USD 18.00 · checked 8 Oct 2026 · on the brand's site
From the brand
What the brand says about this product. Our ingredient analysis follows below.
The brand recommends it for
- Dry skin
- Sensitive skin
- Acne & blemishes
How to use
1. Apply daily as last step in skincare routine & before makeup 2. Apply generously & evenly across your face, neck, + body, at least 15 minutes before sun exposure 3. Reapply every 2 hours, your skin is your largest organ - so let's protect it 4. Wear alone or under makeup
What's inside
Ingredients List
13 trigger at least one check · 18 trigger none
- Fatty alcohols (Malassezia)
- May Worsen Seborrheic Dermatitis
Key Ingredients
Chemical sunscreen3
Organic UV filters that absorb UV and release it as heat.
Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane, Ethylhexyl Salicylate, Homosalate
Fatty alcohol1
Waxy fatty alcohols used as emollients and thickeners; unrelated to drying alcohol.
Sunscreen3
Any ingredient acting as a UV filter.
Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane, Ethylhexyl Salicylate, Homosalate
Centella asiatica (Cica)1
Centella asiatica (cica), used to calm irritation.
Astringent (witch hazel / tannin)1
Tannin-bearing astringents such as witch hazel.
Benefits
Hydrating6
Boosts hydration and relieves dry, tight skin.
Butylene Glycol, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Glycerin, Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil, Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil, Tocopherol
Barrier Repair11
Strengthens and restores the skin's natural barrier.
Arachidyl Alcohol, Behenyl Alcohol, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Caprylyl Glycol, Centella Asiatica Extract, Cetyl Alcohol, Glycerin, Glyceryl Stearate, Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil, Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil, Tocopherol
Reduces Irritation3
Eases discomfort and supports skin resilience.
Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Centella Asiatica Extract, Hamamelis Virginiana Flower Water
Redness Reducing2
Soothes visible redness and calms irritation.
Centella Asiatica Extract, Hamamelis Virginiana Flower Water
Smoothing9
Refines rough or uneven texture.
Arachidyl Alcohol, Behenyl Alcohol, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Caprylyl Glycol, Centella Asiatica Extract, Cetyl Alcohol, Glyceryl Stearate, Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil, Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil
Oil Control2
Reduces shine and excess sebum.
Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Hamamelis Virginiana Flower Water
Pore Refining2
Makes pores look smaller and cleaner.
Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Hamamelis Virginiana Flower Water
Sun Protection4
Filters UV to help prevent sun damage.
Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Ethylhexyl Salicylate, Homosalate
Anti-Pollution3
Helps defend against airborne pollutants.
Concerns
May Trigger Acne3
Can clog pores or trigger breakouts.
May Worsen Seborrheic Dermatitis9
May feed the yeast involved in seborrheic dermatitis.
Arachidyl Alcohol, Arachidyl Glucoside, Behenyl Alcohol, Butyloctyl Salicylate, Cetyl Alcohol, Glyceryl Stearate, Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil, PEG-100 Stearate, Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil
May Worsen Keratosis Pilaris3
May clog follicles or strip skin prone to keratosis pilaris.
May Worsen Oily Skin2
May increase shine or excess oil.
May Worsen Irritation5
May cause stinging, redness or sensitivity.
Ingredients Explained
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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 →Water
Antiplaque, Skin Conditioning, Solvent
Aqua (EU),Deionized Water,Distilled Water,Micromatrix Fractile AN,Onsen-Sui (JPN),Purified Water
Learn more about Water →Butyloctyl Salicylate
Hair Conditioning, Skin Conditioning, Solvent
Butyloctyl Salicylate isn't fungal acne safe.
Learn more about Butyloctyl Salicylate →Dipropylene Glycol
Fragrance, Perfuming, Solvent, Viscosity Controlling
1,1'-Oxydipropan-2-ol; Oxydipropan-2-ol; Hydroxypropyloxypropanol
Learn more about Dipropylene Glycol →Ethylhexyl Methoxycrylene
Skin Conditioning
2-Propenoic acid, 2-cyano-3-(4-methoxyphenyl)-3-phenyl-, 2-ethylhexyl ester
Learn more about Ethylhexyl Methoxycrylene →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 →Silica
Abrasive, Absorbent, Anticaking, Bulking, Opacifying, Viscosity Controlling
Silicon dioxide
Learn more about Silica →1,2-Hexanediol
Skin Conditioning, Solvent
We don't have a description for 1,2-Hexanediol yet.
Learn more about 1,2-Hexanediol →
Dupes
- innisfree Daily UV Defense Sunscreen Stick Broad Spectrum SPF 50+74% match
- Skin1004 Hyalu-Cica Water-Fit Sun Serum UV73% match
- LANEIGE Hydro UV Defense Sunscreen Broad Spectrum SPF 50+72% match
- innisfree Daily UV Invisible Barrier Sunscreen Serum Broad Spectrum SPF 47 with Green Tea69% match
- Sulwhasoo UV Daily Cream68% match
- La Roche-Posay Anthelios Oil-Free Clear Skin Sunscreen SPF 6068% match