A 100% physical tinted sunscreen fluid with mineral filters (non-chemical), providing broad-spectrum UVA/UVB protection while promoting natural radiance and a more even skin tone. Water/sweat-resistant up to 40 minutes.
Appropriate for all skin types including sensitive and post-procedure skin
50 mL / 1.7 fl oz.
SkinCeuticals Physical Fusion UV Defense SPF 50
Physical Fusion UV Defense SPF 50 is weightless, 100% physical sunscreen that provides water-resistant broad-spectrum protection with transparent titanium dioxide and zinc oxide. Enhanced with artemia salina, a plankton extract, this lightweight sunscreen increases skin defences and resistance to UV and heat stress. Tinted to enhance natural skin tone and boost daily radiance. Tested on all ethnicities.
Science
Formulated with transparent Zinc Oxide (Z-Cote®), the only physical UV filter spanning the full UVA/UVB spectrum, and translucent colour spheres that adapt to all skin tones. This ground-breaking weightless tinted sunscreen technology provides 100% physical broad-spectrum UVA/UVB protection as it boosts skin radiance.
Innovation
Featuring a breakthrough broad-spectrum technology, iron oxide spheres evenly disperse within fluid texture to provide sheer surface coating, UV protection, and universal radiance. Using a “Shake then apply” action helps ensure even distribution of sunscreen ingredients.
Key Ingredients
5% Zinc oxide (Z-Cote®)
This microfine zinc oxide is a mineral filter that reflects sun rays to provide broad-spectrum protection against UVA and UVB rays. The particle size and distribution characteristics spread evenly and provide a non-whitening effect on the skin
6% Titanium dioxide
Microfine titanium dioxide is a mineral SPF filter that acts as a weightless reflector on the skin to protect against UVA and UVB rays
Artemia salina
This plankton extract helps boost skin’s natural defences and resistance to UV- and heat-induced stress (based on in-vitro testing)
Translucent colour spheres
Iron oxide spheres are a colour-infused technology that enhances natural skin tone and boosts radiance while providing a universal tint for most skin tones.
Active Ingredients
- Titanium Dioxide: 6%
- Zinc Oxide (Z-Cote): 5%
Ingredients
Water, Dimethicone, Isododecane, C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate, Undecane, Triethylhexanoin, Isohexadecane, Nylon-12, Caprylyl Methicone, Butyloctyl Salicylate, Phenethyl Benzoate, Styrene/Acrylates Copolymer, Silica, Tridecane, Dicaprylyl Carbonate, Dicaprylyl Ether, Talc, Dimethicone/Peg-10/15 Crosspolymer, Aluminum Stearate, Pentylene Glycol, Peg-9 Polydimethylsiloxyethyl Dimethicone, Alumina, Polyhydroxystearic Acid, Phenoxyethanol, Magnesium Sulfate, Caprylyl Glycol, Iron Oxides, Peg-8 Laurate, Disteardimonium Hectorite, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, Tocopherol, Propylene Carbonate, Artemia Extract, Benzoic Acid, Peg-9, Disodium Stearoyl Glutamate, Aluminum Hydroxide
Directions AM
Shake well before use. Apply generously and evenly 15 minutes before sun exposure. Reapply at least every 2 hours, after 40 minutes of swimming or sweating and immediately after towel drying.
For use on children less than 6 months of age, consult a health care practitioner.
Caution
For external use only. Do not use on damaged or broken skin. If rash occurs, discontinue use and consult a health care practitioner. Keep out of eyes. Rinse with water to remove. Keep out of reach of children. If swallowed, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Centre right away.
Protect - The first line of defence against premature aging and skin cancer.
SkinCeuticals sunscreens are formulated with combinations of highly effective mineral and/or chemical sunscreen filters to provide true broad-spectrum UVA/UVB protection. By reflecting and absorbing UV rays, SkinCeuticals sunscreens are the skin's first line of defence against photoaging.
SkinCeuticals offers a variety of cosmetically elegant sunscreen formulations for various skin types and lifestyles. This includes a full range of 100% mineral sunscreens ideal for daily use and very sensitive, post-procedure skin, as well as chemical sunscreens ideal for an active lifestyle, sport or extreme weather conditions.
The physical sunscreen portfolio features Z-Cote®, a transparent mineral zinc oxide, to physically protect skin from damaging UVA rays proven to be responsible for signs of premature aging.
Physical Fusion UV Defense SPF 50
Thanks for your review! We're glad to hear that you like our Physical Fusion UV Defense SPF 50 sunscreen. We recommend that you wear a sunscreen every day to protect your skin from the sun's harmful rays.
With the tint, I like that it's not pasty looking on my skin tone. That's a huge plus for me as one with dark skin.
I’ve used this sunscreen for years. It’s non greasy yet provides excellent protection. Terrific product!
Good sunscreen
I was expecting a moisturizer that was very moisturizing from the name. But it's more of a light moisturizer for warmer weather.
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