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solar defense booster spf50

customizable spf defense

Add critical UVA and UVB defense to your moisturizer or foundation with this Broad Spectrum sunscreen for all skin conditions. Antioxidant vitamins C and E improve skin smoothness and softness while providing added defense against skin-aging free radicals.Learn More

Mix with your favorite moisturizer or make-up to boost Broad Spectrum UV defense.Learn More

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size: 1.7 oz
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solar defense booster spf50

Add critical UV defense to your moisturizer or foundation with this Broad Spectrum sunscreen for all skin conditions. Sophisticated, non-chalky formula forms an invisible shield against skin damaging environmental assault with Green Tea and Grape Seed extracts. Antioxidant vitamins C and E improve skin smoothness and softness while providing added defense against skin-aging free radicals. Apply directly to face and neck for full SPF50 coverage, or mix equal parts with your moisturizer or foundation to add critical defense against skin-aging UV light.
Although there is no standard for establishing a gluten-free designation for topical skin care products, independent laboratory testing confirms that this formula surpasses the US FDA (Food and Drug Administration) ingestible standards and can therefore be considered gluten-free.
gluten-free
Certified vegan by PETA
vegan
Formulated without artificial fragrances and colors
no artificial fragrances and colors
Formulated without Parabens
paraben-free
Certified cruelty-free by Leaping Bunny and PETA
cruelty-free

benefits

  • Boost the UV defense of prescribed Dermalogica Moisturizers by mixing equal parts together. May also be used alone for maximum SPF50 coverage.
  • Sophisticated, non-chalky formula forms an invisible shield against skin damaging environmental assault.
  • Antioxidants help improve skin smoothness and softness while providing added defense against skin-aging free radicals.

how to use

Apply evenly and liberally to face, preferably 30 minutes prior to sun exposure. Or, mix with your moisturizer or foundation, then apply. For continuous coverage, apply regularly and reapply as needed after swimming and exercise.

quick tip

Mix equal parts of Solar Defense Booster SPF50 into your favorite moisturizer or foundation for a Broad Spectrum boost!

ingredients

ACTIVE INGREDIENT: Avobenzone (3.0%), Octinoxate (7.5%). OTHER INGREDIENTS: Water/Aqua/Eau, Butylene Glycol, Carthamus Tinctorius(Safflower) Oleosomes, C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate, Polysorbate 80, Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate /VP Copolymer, Dimethyl Capramide, Nylon-12, Centella Asiatica Extract, Echinacea Purpurea Extract, Magnesium Ascorbyl Phosphate, Melissa Officinalis Flower/Leaf/Stem Extract, Camellia Oleifera Leaf Extract, Citrus Limon (Lemon) Peel Extract, Vitis Vinifera (Grape) Seed Extract, Lavandula Angustifolia (Lavender) Oil, Lecithin, Tocopherol, Allantoin, Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer, Cocamidopropyl PG-Dimonium Chloride Phosphate, Sorbitan Sesquicaprylate, Squalane, Polysorbate 60, Gluconic Acid, Disodium EDTA, Sodium Benzoate, BHT, Ethylhexylglycerin, Sodium Hydroxide, Phenoxyethanol, Titanium Dioxide (CI77891) 

Dermalogica is dedicated to maintaining the accuracy of the ingredient lists on this website. However, because ingredients are subject to change, we cannot guarantee that these lists are complete, up-to-date and/or error-free. For an accurate listing of ingredients in each product, please refer to your product packaging.

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Excellent

5

This is an excellent SFP 50. I've used it for years. It doesn't leave a haze on your skin like other SPFs. It works very well protecting my face and neck from the sun. The cream is natural smelling.

South Carolina

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Definitely recommend

5

Great product. Texture is not too light and not greasy. Excellent for outdoor activities and for every data usage. I apply it after my daily cream and before foundation

Croatia

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Terribly sunburnt for the second time!

1

I have been using this product daily with no issues with mild sun exposure, but today I was working outside for a period of 3 hours. I applied a generous quantity of this product to my face 30 minutes before sun exposure. I applied a different brand of sunscreen (spf 30) to the rest of my body. It was a hot sunny day and I got terribly sunburnt on my face, but the rest of my body where I applied a different product is perfectly fine! This is the second time this happens to me. I am incredibly disappointed. And it's so expensive! Back to plain old pharmacy sunscreen for me!

Australia

I love this product!!!

5

One of my favorite facial sunscreens. Lightweight and non greasy. I have oily and sensitive skin but this works perfectly for me. Also stays on well after outdoor exercise.

Lake Tahoe

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Great product!

5

Light weight, perfect SPF for everyday use!

Charlotte, NC

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Love it

5

Works

Bakersfield

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Good product, bad package

3

During the flights the cream comes out of the bottle. And it is a waste of money especially for those who fly a lot. However I do like the product. It is a shame I lose about 5% of it every time I fly.

Hollywood, FL

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Perfect for Oily Skin

5

Perfect for oily skin; does not leave any whitish residue behind; blends and absorbs in the skin great.

Warrington, UK

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Will definitely be buying this product again

5

I wanted a lightweight sunscreen to apply in the mornings and there is no residue left behind with this! I use it as my moisturizer for daytime and it not only leaves my skin feeling hydrated but I can feel confident knowing that I am protecting myself against sun damage with SPF 50. The sun in SoCal is so intense and I distribute it evenly throughout my face, neck and ears. Love this!

Los Angeles

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Must have

5

This is the ONLY sunscreen that I have been able to continuously use on my face without a breakout. I have tried many 'face' sunscreens and I still end up with pimples, but the Solar Defense Booster does not irritate my skin or clog my pores. I love that I can wear it alone or mixed with my foundation. I have recommended this product and will continue to do so.

MA

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Can I mix this product with pure oil like squalane or pure argan oil? If so, should it be equal parts?

Bennie

Hello , Thank you for your interest in Dermalogica. You can apply this on top of a moisturizer or serum. Kind Regards, Bernadette

Bernadette

Hi there, Understand that spf products have an expiry date on the bottle. If the solar defence 50spf has been used and an expiry of 10/2019, can it be stored in fridge to be used later ? If an unopened bottle with said an expiry of 01/2019, it is safe to use it till it depletes after expiry?

DS@Singapore

Hello, Thank you for your interest in Dermalogica. Please do not use any products past the expiration date. Kind Regards, Bernadette

Bernadette

Regarding the green tea extract, what is the percentage % concentrate of the polyphenol epigallocatechin gallate (EGCG)? Many Thanks

Gem

Hello Gem, Thank you for your interest in Dermalogica! We have full ingredient lists posted for all of our products. We do not include the exact percentage of every ingredient as it is proprietary information. Thank you, The Education Team

Crystal

What is the UVA protection provided by this product? What are the PA rankings or UVA ratings for this product?

Ashley

Hello Ashley, Thank you for your interest in Dermalogica and our sunscreens! We conduct FDA Broad spectrum testing to make the Broad Spectrum claim and Critical Wavelength testing to make the high protection claim in Europe. We haven't conducted testing using the Japanese PA test method. The product average wavelength is 378 nm allowing the broad spectrum and high protection claim. Thank you, The Dermalogica Team

Crystal

Is the solar defense booster non-comedogenic?

Jordan

Hello, Thank you for your inquiry. Dermalogica does not use perfumes, dyes or irritating fillers in any formulations. Our products will not cause breakouts as long as you are not using products that are too heavy for your skin type. Thank you, The Education Team

Crystal

Hi, How long does the solar defense last during the day ? How many hours?

Joshia

Hello, Thank you for your interest in Dermalogica! All sunscreen needs to be reapplied every 2-3 hours to be effective. For maximum sun protection your will need to reapply every 2-3 hours. Thank you, The Dermalogica Team

Crystal

Can I use this product in the evening after cleansing my face? as recommended by my dermalogica skin specialist.

Franzh

Hello, Thank you for your interest in Dermalogica. Please use SPF during the day only. Kind Regards, Bernadette

Bernadette

Is the product of any use after the expiration date?

Cindy

Hello, Thank you for your interest in Dermalogica. Please do not use products after expiration. Kind Regards, Bernadette

Bernadette

What is the purpose of this product? If I have to also use a moisturizer with it, doesn't it make more sense to purchase a moisturizer with an SPF?

PJ

Hello, Thank you for your interest in Dermalogica. You can layer this SPF on top of your favorite moisturizer. We also have products that are SPF and moisturizer in one. Kind Regards, Bernadette

Bernadette

i agree, the active moist should come in a spf version too!

denny

If I mix the SPF 50 with my daily moisturiser as you suggest, can I then apply foundation over the top?

K

Hello, Thank you for your interest in Dermalogica. Yes, you an apply foundation on top of that mixture. Kind Regards, Bernadette

 
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