Ultra-Sheer Daily Defense Broad Spectrum SPF 30

SKIN BALANCING Ultra-Sheer Daily Defense SPF 30 feels wonderfully light, but its broad-spectrum, oil-absorbing formula gives skin a nourishing supply of antioxidants to diminish the appearance of wrinkles and uneven skin tone and to smooth away dryness for younger-looking skin! It is the perfect option to help prevent premature aging of skin.

Provides trusted broad-spectrum protection from the aging rays of the sun while offering weightless, healthy hydration and a matte finish that helps keep excess shine in check. Meanwhile, an exclusive blend of skin-restoring ingredients and research-proven antioxidants work to help prevent the appearance of signs of aging. The SPF 30 is a significant benefit as it decreases the risk of skin cancer and early skin aging caused by the sun if used as directed with other sun protection measures.

Use as the last step in your AM skincare routine. Apply liberally 15 minutes before sun exposure. If you don’t apply liberally, you will need to reapply every two hours after your skin is exposed to direct sunlight. If you plan to swim or perspire you must apply a water-resistant sunscreen.

Key Ingredients: Octocrylene, Phospholipid, Adenosine, Boerhavia Diffusa Root Extract, Silica, Salix Alba Extract, Avobenzone, Superoxide Dismutase, Ascorbyl Palmitate, Bisabolol, Homosalate, Camellia Sinensis, Ginkgo Biloba Leaf Extract, Colloidal Oatmeal, Oxybenzone, Titanium Dioxide

All Ingredients: Water (Solvent | Good), Homosalate (UV Filters, Solvent | Best), Butylene Glycol (Humectant, Texture Enhancer | Good), Oxybenzone (UV Filters | Good), Avobenzone (UV Filters | Best), Silica (Texture Enhancer, Absorbent, Occlusive/Opacifying Agent | Good), Octocrylene (UV Filters | Best), Aluminum Starch Octenylsuccinate (Texture Enhancer, Absorbent | Good), Cetyl Dimethicone (Silicone, Emollient, Occlusive/Opacifying Agent | Good), Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract (Antioxidant, Plant Extracts | Best), Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice Powder (Plant Extracts | Best), Ascorbyl Palmitate (Antioxidant | Best), Phospholipids (Humectant, Emollient, Antioxidant | Best), Superoxide Dismutase (Antioxidant, Humectant | Best), Adenosine (Plant Extracts | Best), Tocopherol (Antioxidant | Best), Bisabolol (Plant Extracts, Antioxidant | Best), Boerhavia Diffusa Root Extract (Plant Extracts, Antioxidant | Best), Avena Sativa (Oat) Kernel Extract (Plant Extracts, Antioxidant | Best), Panthenol (Humectant, Solvent | Best), Ginkgo Biloba Leaf Extract (Antioxidant, Plant Extracts | Best), Salix Alba (Willow) Bark Extract (Plant Extracts, Antioxidant | Best), Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer (Texture Enhancer, pH Adjuster/Stabilizer, Polymer | Good), Titanium Dioxide (UV Filters, Coloring Agent/Pigment, Occlusive/Opacifying Agent | Best), Sodium Hydroxide (pH Adjuster/Stabilizer | Average), Steareth-21 (Emulsifier | Good), Steareth-2 (Emulsifier | Good), Polysorbate 20 (Cleansing Agent, Emulsifier | Good), Disodium EDTA (Chelating Agent | Good), Phenoxyethanol (Preservative | Good), Sorbic Acid (Preservative | Good)

Ingredient Spotlight:

• Octocrylene: Primarily a UVB filter, octocrylene is also used to improve UVA protection and help stabilize other UV filters, especially avobenzone. Effective stabilizer for UVA filter avobenzone as well as an approved UVB absorber; Primarily provides UVB protection but kicks in some UVA screening; Globally approved up to a 10% concentration (Canada permits 12%)
• Phospholipid: A type of fat found naturally in skin, these ingredients have value in skin care for their ability to both attract water and deliver it to areas that need increased hydration. They also have antioxidant properties. Occur naturally in skin; Have antioxidant properties; Are hygroscopic, so they attract water to skin
• Adenosine: Known for wrinkle-smoothing and skin-soothing benefits. Adenosine is also naturally present in skin, allowing for ideal biocompatibility. Helps improve the visible appearance of wrinkles; Has soothing properties; Also smooths skin's surface
• Boerhavia Diffusa Root Extract: Skin-soothing antioxidant that delivers additional beneficial compounds, such as amino acids. May also help visibly correct uneven skin tone. Delivers skin-soothing, antioxidant properties; Shows promise for improving the look of discolorations; Source of skin-beneficial amino acids
• Silica: This mineral ingredient functions as an absorbent and thickening agent in cosmetics and can help enhance the absorption of other ingredients as well. Natural ingredient found in clays as well as in parts of plants and animals; Used as an absorbent powder and thickener in cosmetics; Can enhance the absorption of ingredients and serve as a drug delivery system
• Salix Alba Extract: Plant extract whose soothing antioxidant benefits help support blemish-prone skin. Plant extract with proven skin-soothing, antioxidant benefits; Contains beneficial compounds of salicin, polyphenols, and flavonoids; Can play a supportive role with salicylic acid for blemish-prone skin
• Avobenzone: UVA-only sunscreen filter that must be combined with other sunscreen ingredients to achieve broad-spectrum protection. Avobenzone must be stabilized in a formula to keep it from breaking down prematurely on skin. A globally approved synthetic UVA filter; Has been tested for safety and efficacy; One of only two FDA-approved UVA filters
• Superoxide Dismutase: An enzyme that breaks down potentially harmful oxygen molecules, making it a powerful antioxidant. It has anti-aging and calming properties for skin and helps protect against UV damage. Enzyme found in the cells of living organisms; Breaks down potentially harmful oxygen molecules, making it a potent antioxidant; Has calming properties for skin
• Ascorbyl Palmitate: Stable, oil-soluble form of vitamin C that works as an antioxidant and helps stabilize skin care formulas. Made by combining ascorbic acid with palmitic acid; Has a powerful synergy with vitamin E; Exhibits antioxidant benefits
• Bisabolol: Soothing ingredient with significant skin-calming properties. Can be derived from plants (such as chamomile) or made synthetically. Skin-soothing ingredient; May offer some discoloration-fading properties; Commonly derived from chamomile
• Homosalate: A sunscreen ingredient often found in products rated SPF 30 or greater, where it provides reliable UVB (and a tiny amount of UVA) protection and works as a solvent for other UV filters. A globally approved UV filter; Mostly protects within the UVB range; Serves as a solvent for other UV filters
• Camellia Sinensis: Better known as green tea, this plant is a rich source of antioxidants. Camellia sinensis is a plant-derived ingredient also known as green tea; Has a high antioxidant content; Possesses anti-aging and skin-soothing properties
• Ginkgo Biloba Leaf Extract: Potent antioxidant and soothing ingredient.
• Colloidal Oatmeal: The United States Food & Drug Administration (FDA) categorizes this as a skin protectant, allowing it to be listed as an active ingredient on skin care products. Form of oatmeal used in cosmetics; Can help soothe skin; United States Food & Drug Administration (FDA) categorizes colloidal oatmeal as a skin protectant
• Oxybenzone: This common UV filter protects within the UVB and much of the UVA range of light. It is globally approved and has undergone several safety assessments yet remains controversial. Globally approved UV filter; Offers both UVA and UVB protection; Has weak estrogenic properties that do not pose a health risk
• Titanium Dioxide: A versatile ingredient that serves several functions in cosmetics, this earth mineral is perhaps best known as a sunscreen active that's gentle enough even for skin prone to redness and sensitivity. Used as a pigment and sunscreen ingredient; Protects against both UVA and UVB rays; Gentle enough even for sensitive skin

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