100% Physical UVA/UVB with an oil-absorbing tinted formula to provide a uniform, smooth, and mattified finish with broad-spectrum UV protection. Proven to maintain a matte finish even in hot, humid conditions.
Appropriate for normal, oily, or combination skin types.
30 mL / 1.7 fl oz.
SkinCeuticals Physical Matte UV Defense SPF 50
High protection sunscreens can be challenging for combination and oily skin types. Enhanced sebum levels due to heat and sun exposure exacerbate this concern by increasing surface oil and shine.
Physical Matte UV Defense SPF 50 is specifically formulated with oil-absorbing powders to provide a uniform, smooth, and mattified finish with broad-spectrum UV protection. Enhanced with aerated silica technology to maintain a matte finish even in hot, humid conditions. Its weightless mousse texture dries the powder finish, optimizing makeup application.
Tested in high humidity and significantly reduces the appearance of surface oil and sweat.
Key Benefits of SkinCeuticals Physical Matte UV Defense
- 100% physical broad-spectrum UVA/UVB protection
- Absorbs 15x its weight in oil
- Tinted colour spheres to unify skin tone
- Dries to a powdered finish
- Tested in high humidity
- Non-comedogenic
- Non-acnegenic
Key Ingredients
4% Zinc Oxide (Z-Cote®*)
Provides protection against burning UVB as well as aging UVA rays without leaving a white residue.
9% Titanium Dioxide
Forms a protective barrier over the skin to protect against UVB and short UVA rays.
Aerated Silica
Absorbs up to 15x its weight in oil to continuously mattify even in hot, humid conditions
Translucent colour spheres
Provide universal tint for all skin tones and repel oil to minimize sebum appearance
Active Ingredients
- Titanium Dioxide: 9%
- Transparent Micronized Zinc Oxide (Z-Cote®): 4%
Ingredients
Titanium Dioxide, Zinc Oxide, Dimethicone, C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate, Talc, Dicaprylyl Ether, Triethylhexanoin, Isohexadecane, Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Styrene/acrylates Copolymer, Hydrogenated Jojoba Oil, Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Aluminum Stearate, Peg-8 Laureate, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, Silica Silylate, 2-oleamido-1,3-octadecanediol, Alumina, Aluminum Hydroxide, Iron Oxides, Disodium Stearoyl Glutamate, Polyhydroxystearic Acid.
Directions AM
Apply generously and evenly 15 minutes before sun exposure.
Reapply at least every 2 hours. Use a water-resistant sunscreen if swimming or sweating.
For use on children less than 6 months of age, consult a health care practitioner.
Caution
For external use only. Avoid direct contact with the eyes. Discontinue use if skin irritation develops or increases. If irritation persists, consult 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.
This is by far the best sunscreen I’ve ever used. It’s not heavy and oily! My sensitive skin loves it!!
I bought the matte defense spf by skinceuticals and I love it! I didn’t think I would as I bought this because my regular spf was not available. It’s a thicker formulation but it matti does your skin so you don’t have the slick shiny face a couple of hours later. I like how it has a tint as well. Blends easier with your skin. It doesn’t leave a sticky film either so that’s another thing I like about it. Have already repurchase!
I've been using this for a few years and I really like how light it is on my face. I do recommend
It’s a nice formula and blends well. Can have a white cast if applied too thickly.
The great serum for any age, got my order in 5 day highly recommend it
It's the best there is on the market, it has been the gold standard in vitamin c for 20 years
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