Superactive Moisturizer SPF 50: Brightening

Brand price

USD 57.00 · checked 8 Oct 2026 · on the brand's site

From the brand

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

Key Ingredients

• Mineral sunscreen1

  Uses zinc oxide or titanium dioxide to absorb and scatter UV rays.

  Titanium Dioxide

• 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.

  Cetearyl Alcohol

• Sunscreen5

  Any ingredient acting as a UV filter.

  Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane, Ethylhexyl Salicylate, Homosalate, Octocrylene, Titanium Dioxide

• Vitamin E2

  Tocopherols — fat-soluble antioxidants.

  Tocopherol, Tocopheryl Acetate

• Vitamin C derivative (stable)1

  Stable derivatives of ascorbic acid.

  3-O-Ethyl Ascorbic Acid

• Panthenol (provitamin B5)1

  Provitamin B5 — a humectant and soother.

  Panthenol

• AHA1

  Alpha hydroxy acids — water-soluble chemical exfoliants.

  Citric Acid

• Vitamin C1

  Vitamin C in any form: an antioxidant and brightener.

  3-O-Ethyl Ascorbic Acid

Benefits

• Hydrating11

  Boosts hydration and relieves dry, tight skin.

  Betaine, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Inositol, Panthenol, Propanediol, Sodium PCA, Stearic Acid, Tocopherol, Trehalose, Urea, Yeast Amino Acids

• Barrier Repair11

  Strengthens and restores the skin's natural barrier.

  Betaine, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Cetearyl Alcohol, Cocoglycerides, Glyceryl Stearate, Hydrogenated Vegetable Oil, Palmitic Acid, Panthenol, Persea Gratissima Oil, Stearic Acid, Tocopherol

• Reduces Irritation1

  Eases discomfort and supports skin resilience.

  Panthenol

• Smoothing6

  Refines rough or uneven texture.

  Cetearyl Alcohol, Citric Acid, Cocoglycerides, Glyceryl Stearate, Hydrogenated Vegetable Oil, Palmitic Acid

• Brightening1

  Restores radiance to dull, tired skin.

  3-O-Ethyl Ascorbic Acid

• Dark Spots1

  Fades dark spots for a more even tone.

  3-O-Ethyl Ascorbic Acid

• Exfoliating2

  Lifts dead surface cells to smooth texture.

  Citric Acid, Urea

• Antioxidant3

  Shields skin from free radical damage.

  3-O-Ethyl Ascorbic Acid, Tocopherol, Tocopheryl Acetate

• Sun Protection5

  Filters UV to help prevent sun damage.

  Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane, Ethylhexyl Salicylate, Homosalate, Octocrylene, Titanium Dioxide

• Anti-Pollution2

  Helps defend against airborne pollutants.

  Tocopherol, Tocopheryl Acetate

Concerns

• May Trigger Acne9

  Can clog pores or trigger breakouts.

  Arachidic Acid, Cetearyl Alcohol, Hydrogenated Vegetable Oil, Lauric Acid, Myristic Acid, Palmitic Acid, Persea Gratissima Oil, Stearic Acid, Tocopherol

• May Worsen Seborrheic Dermatitis13

  May feed the yeast involved in seborrheic dermatitis.

  Arachidic Acid, Butyloctyl Salicylate, Cetearyl Alcohol, Cetearyl Glucoside, Cetyl Phosphate, Cocoglycerides, Glyceryl Stearate, Hydrogenated Vegetable Oil, Lauric Acid, Myristic Acid, Palmitic Acid, Persea Gratissima Oil, Stearic Acid

• May Worsen Keratosis Pilaris9

  May clog follicles or strip skin prone to keratosis pilaris.

  Arachidic Acid, Cetearyl Alcohol, Hydrogenated Vegetable Oil, Lauric Acid, Myristic Acid, Palmitic Acid, Persea Gratissima Oil, Stearic Acid, Tocopherol

• May Worsen Oily Skin2

  May increase shine or excess oil.

  Hydrogenated Vegetable Oil, Persea Gratissima Oil

• May Worsen Irritation4

  May cause stinging, redness or sensitivity.

  Citrus Aurantium Peel Oil, Fragrance, Limonene, Tocopherol

• May Worsen Eczema3

  May worsen itching or irritation for eczema-prone skin.

  Citrus Aurantium Peel Oil, Fragrance, Limonene

• May Worsen Rosacea3

  Can trigger flare-ups in rosacea-prone skin.

  Citrus Aurantium Peel Oil, Fragrance, Limonene

Dupes

• Murad Superactive Moisturizer SPF 50: Wrinkle-Fighting88% match
• Murad Superactive Moisturizer SPF 50: Mattifying Oil + Pore Control73% match
• Murad Superactive Moisturizer SPF 50: Hydrating72% match
• Cetaphil Daily Facial Moisturizer SPF 3562% match