Hydro UV Defense Sunscreen Broad Spectrum SPF 50+

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USD 30.00 · checked 26 Sept 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

• Fatty alcohol1

  Waxy fatty alcohols used as emollients and thickeners; unrelated to drying alcohol.

  Cetyl Alcohol

• Sunscreen4

  Any ingredient acting as a UV filter.

  Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane, Ethylhexyl Salicylate, Homosalate, Octocrylene

• Vitamin E1

  Tocopherols — fat-soluble antioxidants.

  Tocopherol

• Vitamin C derivative (stable)1

  Stable derivatives of ascorbic acid.

  Ascorbyl Glucoside

• Centella asiatica (Cica)1

  Centella asiatica (cica), used to calm irritation.

  Centella Asiatica Flower/Leaf/Stem Extract

• Polysorbates (Tween emulsifiers)1

  Polysorbate (Tween) emulsifiers.

  Polysorbate 20

• AHA1

  Alpha hydroxy acids — water-soluble chemical exfoliants.

  Citric Acid

• Vitamin C1

  Vitamin C in any form: an antioxidant and brightener.

  Ascorbyl Glucoside

Benefits

• Hydrating6

  Boosts hydration and relieves dry, tight skin.

  Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract, Butylene Glycol, Glycerin, Phenyl Trimethicone, Propanediol, Tocopherol

• Barrier Repair8

  Strengthens and restores the skin's natural barrier.

  Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract, Behenyl Alcohol, Cetyl Alcohol, Glycerin, Glyceryl Stearate, Phenyl Trimethicone, Tocopherol, Trimethylsiloxysilicate

• Reduces Irritation1

  Eases discomfort and supports skin resilience.

  Centella Asiatica Flower/Leaf/Stem Extract

• Redness Reducing1

  Soothes visible redness and calms irritation.

  Centella Asiatica Flower/Leaf/Stem Extract

• Smoothing6

  Refines rough or uneven texture.

  Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract, Behenyl Alcohol, Cetyl Alcohol, Citric Acid, Glyceryl Stearate, Trimethylsiloxysilicate

• Brightening1

  Restores radiance to dull, tired skin.

  Ascorbyl Glucoside

• Dark Spots1

  Fades dark spots for a more even tone.

  Ascorbyl Glucoside

• Oil Control3

  Reduces shine and excess sebum.

  Brassica Oleracea Italica Extract, Calcium Chloride, Zinc Sulfate

• Pore Refining3

  Makes pores look smaller and cleaner.

  Brassica Oleracea Italica Extract, Calcium Chloride, Zinc Sulfate

• Exfoliating1

  Lifts dead surface cells to smooth texture.

  Citric Acid

• Antioxidant2

  Shields skin from free radical damage.

  Ascorbyl Glucoside, Tocopherol

• Sun Protection4

  Filters UV to help prevent sun damage.

  Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane, Ethylhexyl Salicylate, Homosalate, Octocrylene

• Anti-Pollution3

  Helps defend against airborne pollutants.

  Ascorbyl Glucoside, Glycerin, Tocopherol

Concerns

• May Trigger Acne3

  Can clog pores or trigger breakouts.

  Cetyl Alcohol, Sorbitan Isostearate, Tocopherol

• May Worsen Seborrheic Dermatitis10

  May feed the yeast involved in seborrheic dermatitis.

  Behenyl Alcohol, Butyloctyl Salicylate, C12-20 Alkyl Glucoside, C14-22 Alcohols, Cetyl Alcohol, Glyceryl Stearate, PEG-100 Stearate, Polysorbate 20, Potassium Cetyl Phosphate, Sorbitan Isostearate

• May Worsen Keratosis Pilaris3

  May clog follicles or strip skin prone to keratosis pilaris.

  Cetyl Alcohol, Sorbitan Isostearate, Tocopherol

• May Worsen Irritation3

  May cause stinging, redness or sensitivity.

  Cetyl Alcohol, Fragrance, Tocopherol

• May Worsen Eczema1

  May worsen itching or irritation for eczema-prone skin.

  Fragrance

• May Worsen Rosacea1

  Can trigger flare-ups in rosacea-prone skin.

  Fragrance

Dupes

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