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Neutrogena
Ultra Sheer Invisible Gel SPF 40 Facial Sunscreen
A sunscreen built around Chemical sunscreen, for barrier repair and smoothing.
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From the brand
What the brand says about this product. Our ingredient analysis follows below.
The brand recommends it for
- Sensitive skin
How to use
For Sunscreen Use: apply generously 15 minutes before sun exposure. reapply: after 80 minutes of swimming or sweating, immediately after towel drying, at least every 2 hours. Sun Protection Measures. Spending time in the sun increases your risk of skin cancer and early skin aging. To decrease this risk, regularly use a sunscreen with a Broad Spectrum SPF value of 15 or higher and other sun protection measures including: limit time in the sun, especially from 10 a.m. -- 2 p.m.; wear long-sleeved shirts, pants, hats, and sunglasses. Children under 6 months of age: Ask a doctor. Other information: protect this product from excessive heat and direct sun; may stain some fabrics.
Caution
Precautions: For external use only. Do not use on damaged or broken skin. When using this product keep out of eyes. Rinse with water to remove. Stop use and ask a doctor if rash occurs. Keep out of reach of children. If swallowed, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away.
What's inside
Ingredients List
5 trigger at least one check · 9 trigger none
- Plant oils and butters (coconut, olive, shea)
- Plant or mineral oil
- May Worsen Oily Skin
- May Worsen Seborrheic Dermatitis
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
Benefits
Barrier Repair5
Strengthens and restores the skin's natural barrier.
Coco-Caprylate/Caprate, Dimethicone, Hydrogenated Castor Oil, Isododecane, Neopentyl Glycol Diheptanoate
Smoothing5
Refines rough or uneven texture.
Coco-Caprylate/Caprate, Dimethicone, Hydrogenated Castor Oil, Isododecane, Neopentyl Glycol Diheptanoate
Sun Protection4
Filters UV to help prevent sun damage.
Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane, Ethylhexyl Salicylate, Homosalate, Octocrylene
Concerns
May Worsen Seborrheic Dermatitis2
May feed the yeast involved in seborrheic dermatitis.
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 →Octocrylene
Light Stabilizer, UV Absorber, UV Filter
Octocrylene is a UV filter banned by Palau over coral-reef concerns.
Learn more about Octocrylene →Isododecane
Perfuming, Emollient, Solvent
2,2,4,6,6-Pentamethylheptane; Hydrocarbons, C4, 1,3-butadiene-free, polymd., triisobutylene fraction, hydrogenated
Learn more about Isododecane →Dimethicone
Antifoaming, Skin Conditioning, Emollient, Skin Protecting
Dimethicone is a silicone.
Learn more about Dimethicone →Hydrogenated Castor Oil
Skin Conditioning, Emollient, Cleansing, Emulsifying, Viscosity Controlling
Hydrogenated Castor Oil isn't fungal acne safe.
Learn more about Hydrogenated Castor Oil →Coco-Caprylate/Caprate
Skin Conditioning, Emollient
Coco-Caprylate/Caprate isn't fungal acne safe.
Learn more about Coco-Caprylate/Caprate →Silica
Abrasive, Absorbent, Anticaking, Bulking, Opacifying, Viscosity Controlling
Silicon dioxide
Learn more about Silica →Dimethicone Crosspolymer
Emulsion Stabilising, Hair Fixing, Viscosity Controlling
Dimethicone Crosspolymer is a silicone.
Learn more about Dimethicone Crosspolymer →
Dupes
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- Coppertone Sport Sunscreen SPF 5075% match
- Coppertone Kids Sport Sunscreen SPF 5074% match
- Coppertone Sport SPF 15 Sunscreen74% match
- Supergoop Unseen Sunscreen SPF 5073% match
- Coppertone Limited Edition Sunscreen SPF 5073% match