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Summary
Highlights
Dermalogica's shine-reducing Clear Start Clearing Defense Moisturizer SPF 30 protects breakout-prone skin from environmental pollution and sun damage. This ultra-lightweight formula provides a long-lasting matte finish.
Benefits
- Shine-reducing sunscreen for acne-prone skin
- This broad-spectrum SPF 30 sunscreen helps protect against irritating UV rays, environmental stressors, and congestion from makeup
- Ultra-lightweight with a matte finish to help keep skin smooth and shine-free
- Suggested for those with concerns of large pores, oily skin and acne-prone skin
Key Ingredients
- Willow Bark: calms irritating effects of pollution on breakout-prone skin
- Tapioca: helps reduce shine
- Green Tea Extract: calms irritating effects of pollution on breakout-prone skin
Formulated Without
- Parabens
- Sulfates
- Phthalates
- Synthetic Fragrance
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Apply a generous amount to cleansed face and neck, preferably 30 minutes prior to sun exposure.
Active: Homosalate (8.0%), Octocrylene (8.0%), Octisalate (5.0%), Avobenzone (3.0%). Inactive: Water/Aqua/Eau, Butylene Glycol, Silica, C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate, Butyloctyl Salicylate, VP/Eicosene Copolymer, Polyglyceryl-2 Distearate, Saccharide Isomerate, Tapioca Starch, Coriandrum Sativum (Coriander) Fruit Oil, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Sodium Ascorbyl Phosphate, Salix Alba (Willow) Bark Extract, Terpineol, Thymol, Citrus Aurantium Dulcis (Orange) Peel Oil, Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate, Tocopheryl Acetate, Potassium Cetyl Phosphate, Arachidyl Alcohol, Glyceryl Stearate, PEG-100 Stearate, Behenyl Alcohol, Xanthan Gum, Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer, Arachidyl Glucoside, Ethylhexylglycerin, Trisodium Ethylenediamine Disuccinate, Citric Acid, Sodium Citrate, Sodium Hydroxide, Glycerin, Bisabolol, Pentylene Glycol, Propanediol, Caprylyl Glycol, Potassium Sorbate, Sodium Benzoate, Linalool, Limonene, Geraniol, Citronellol.
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Whats the difference between this and the oil free matte spf 30
- Asked by Dd
- Official Answer By Dermalogica US - Brand EngageHello, thank you for contacting Dermalogica. Clear Start Clearing Defense Moisturizer is designed for younger, breakout-prone skin. It's an ultra-lightweight moisturizer that provides a long-lasting matte finish and acts as a Mattifying Enviroshield, helping to shield skin from UV rays, pollution, make-up, and dehydration without clogging pores. It combats the dehydrating effects of environmental stress. Oil-Free Matte SPF 30 is a Broad Spectrum sunscreen and mattifying moisturizer in one that helps prevent shine and skin aging. It's designed for breakout-prone skin, prematurely-aging skin with areas of excess oil production. This product provides defense against skin-aging UV light and mattifies oily shine. Its oil-free formula is perfect for oil-phobic clients. Best Wishes, The Dermalogica TeamWas this answer helpful to you
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I usually use the dermalogica oil free matte spf 30. I can no longer find it on your website so I was thinking of using this. Can you tell me the differences between the products. Im 23 ye old female, use to have acne now combination skin.
- Asked by Oil free matte spf 30 vs this
- Official Answer By Dermalogica US - Brand EngageHello, thank you for contacting Dermalogica. Oil Free Matte is available for purchase here: https://www.dermalogica.com/collections/spf/products/oil-free-matte-spf30?selling_plan=2406219928 Best Wishes, The Dermalogica TeamWas this answer helpful to you
- Q
Is it normal for the sunscreen to separate? Almost every time I go to use it, it has separated and most of what comes out is a clear, oily substance which does NOT have a mattifying affect and makes my skin feel oily. Is this normal?
- Asked by Patty Cake
- Official Answer By Dermalogica US - Brand EngageHello, thank you for contacting Dermalogica. Yes, seperation is normal. We recommend you shake the product prior to dispensing it. Best Wishes, The Dermalogica TeamWas this answer helpful to you
- Q
Is this safe to use with niacinimide?
- Asked by Annie
- Official Answer By Dermalogica US - Brand EngageHello, thank you for contacting Dermalogica. Yes, Clearing Defense Moisturizer SPF 30 is safe to use with niacinimide. Best Wishes The Dermalogica TeamWas this answer helpful to you
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Is their an expiration date provided with this sunscreen?
- Asked by Olivia
- Official Answer By Dermalogica US - Brand EngageHello, thank you for contacting Dermalogica. The expiration date can be found on the original packaging box or on the top of the tube itself. Best Wishes, The Dermalogica TeamWas this answer helpful to you
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Most Helpful Positive Review
Great everyday moisturizer that has sunscreen
Allergic to many anti aging items and havent been able to find a good day time moisturizer that helped with oil control. Love the dermalogica brand but some of the products meant for older than teens contain the items I am allergic to. Thought I would give this a try. Glad I did. Love that it hel...
Most Helpful Critical Review
Not a good as the Proactiv version
I switched to Dermalogica from Proactiv (I was a user for 10 yrs). I had really clear skin before but my friends kept saying, Proactiv is stripping your skin blah blah blah (I had reached clear skin levels by consistently using the Proactiv line). Suddenly I had an issue as my local Ulta had ran out...
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Works Great with Acne Topical Ointment
This sunscreen has been my go-to for AWHILE. This is the ONLY sunscreen Ive tried that works well with my acne medications and routine - particularly with Azelaic Acid. All other sunscreens Ive tried with this have made my skin feel disgustingly sticky and oily. This sunscreen is the only one which doesnt make me feel gross or sticky. Another plus, I use a generous amount daily but it lasts FOREVER. I only have to purchase 2-3x a year maybe. I have extremely sensitive skin and its lightweight and gentle enough to not irritate my skin. I like that it doesnt really mattify or suck the moisture out of my skin like some other sunscreens feel. Definitely recommend to those on topical acne meds - it's a game-changer.
Great oil free SPF moisturizer for oily faces!
I have super oily skin and decided to try this as I like a more matte finish but with a non drying feel. This hit the spot. It does feel more like a sunscreen due to the texture and smell, but it also gives a moisturized feeling after your am routine and doesn't feel drying. I don't often leave reviews, but as I am about to purchase my 3rd tube, I thought it was worthy!
I'm addicted and struggling switching!!!!!
I've been using this sunscreen for monyhs now. Im on my 4th bottle and I absolutely love it! I have extremely oily skin that's very sensitive. This product not only goes on like a dream and absorbs quickly(which is great for my inpatient rushes lol.) But it also helps mattify under primer and control my oily skin a bit. Now does it completely stop oil breakthroughs No! But lets be real there isn't a single matte or oil free product that will. It takes a routine and work if your skin is like mine. But now I'm being recommended to use physical(mineral) sunscreen due to my melasma. I'm struggling to find one that will work for my skin type and hating letting this one go! Highly recommend this product if you want a good matte, sheer, daily sunscreen.
Pleasantly Surprised!
I have been enjoying this! I have been using it for 2 months now. I'm always on the hunt for a good SPF/moisturizer duo just because I am trying not to add more steps to my skincare routine. Often times, at least with cheaper ones, they leave my face very shiny. Even after hours of wearing this one, I don't see my skin very greasy at all! It's worth a try, especially for this price point!
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This is my daily SPF for face, ears, neck and chest, and it never causes breakouts. It's affordable and non-greasy too.