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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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- Q
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
- Q
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
- Q
I want to start using the Active Clearing Retinol at night. Would it be safe to use this in the AM after using thst at night?
- Asked by Des
- Official Answer By Dermalogica US - Brand EngageHello, thank you for contacting Dermalogica. Yes, We recommend the use of an SPF in conjunction with Retinol. Apply a generous amount to cleansed face and neck, preferably 30 minutes prior to sun exposure. Best Wishes, The Dermalogica TeamWas this answer helpful to you
- Q
I have oily yet super sensitive skin. Is this product safe for sensitive skin? Or is it gonna burn?
- Asked by CR
- Official Answer By Dermalogica US - Brand EngageHello, Thank you for your interest in Dermalogica! We recommend that you use Calm Water Gel for your type of skin. Best Regards, The Dermalogica Team Was this answer helpful to you
- Q
Can I use another moisturizer with this product or is this product supposed to only be used by itself?
- Asked by Imelda
- Official Answer By Dermalogica US - Brand EngageHello, Thank you for reaching out to us. It should be enough alone, if you need more hydration you can layer it over another moisturizer. Best Regards, The Dermalogica TeamWas this answer helpful to you
- Q
Does this work for acne in prone skin? And is it okay to apply after doing skincare? I have blemishes and scars,acne so I need this info!
- Asked by Abby
- Official Answer By Dermalogica US - Brand EngageHello, Thank you for reaching out to us. Yes, this is meant for acne prone skin. This is a daytime moisturizer and sunscreen in one.Best Regards, The Dermalogica TeamWas this answer helpful to you
- Q
I am 55 years old mom and I have oily skin with blemishes Wich light weight s pf good for me
- Asked by Farzana
- Official Answer By Dermalogica US - Brand EngageHello, Thank you for reaching out to us. We recommend that you use Clearing Defense SPF 30 for your oily skin. Best Regards, The Dermalogica TeamWas this answer helpful to you
- Q
I want to start using the Active Clearing Retinol at night. Would it be safe to use this in the AM after using thst at night?
- Asked by Des
- Official Answer By Dermalogica US - Brand EngageHello, thank you for contacting Dermalogica. Yes, We recommend the use of an SPF in conjunction with Retinol. Apply a generous amount to cleansed face and neck, preferably 30 minutes prior to sun exposure. Best Wishes, The Dermalogica TeamWas this answer helpful to you
- Q
I have oily yet super sensitive skin. Is this product safe for sensitive skin? Or is it gonna burn?
- Asked by CR
- Official Answer By Dermalogica US - Brand EngageHello, Thank you for your interest in Dermalogica! We recommend that you use Calm Water Gel for your type of skin. Best Regards, The Dermalogica Team Was this answer helpful to you
- Q
Can I use another moisturizer with this product or is this product supposed to only be used by itself?
- Asked by Imelda
- Official Answer By Dermalogica US - Brand EngageHello, Thank you for reaching out to us. It should be enough alone, if you need more hydration you can layer it over another moisturizer. Best Regards, The Dermalogica TeamWas this answer helpful to you
- Q
Does this work for acne in prone skin? And is it okay to apply after doing skincare? I have blemishes and scars,acne so I need this info!
- Asked by Abby
- Official Answer By Dermalogica US - Brand EngageHello, Thank you for reaching out to us. Yes, this is meant for acne prone skin. This is a daytime moisturizer and sunscreen in one.Best Regards, The Dermalogica TeamWas this answer helpful to you
- Q
I am 55 years old mom and I have oily skin with blemishes Wich light weight s pf good for me
- Asked by Farzana
- Official Answer By Dermalogica US - Brand EngageHello, Thank you for reaching out to us. We recommend that you use Clearing Defense SPF 30 for your oily skin. Best Regards, The Dermalogica TeamWas this answer helpful to you
- Q
Does this shield against blue light
- Asked by Roxy
- Official Answer By Dermalogica US - Brand EngageHello, Thank you for reaching out to us. if you are looking for a sunscreen specifically for blue light we recommend Invisible Physical Defense SPF 30. Best Regards, The Dermalogica TeamWas this answer helpful to you
- Q
Can I use make up over this product?
- Asked by Vanessa
- Official Answer By Dermalogica US - Brand EngageHello, Thank you for your inquiry. Yes, you can apply make up after any of our products. If you need more make up setting power we recommend HydraBlur Primer. Best Regards, The Dermalogica TeamWas this answer helpful to you
- Q
I would love to try the Dermalogica line, and this product caught my eye (I'm looking for a daily moisturizer with spf). I read the ingredient list though, and noticed it isn't a mineral sunscreen and would harm our water resources. Do you carry any mineral-based sunscreens?
- Asked by CC
- Official Answer By Dermalogica US - Brand EngageHello, Thank you for your inquiry. Please try our Invisible Physical Defense SPF 30! This light, sheer sunscreen delivers just the right amount of hydration!Was this answer helpful to you
- Q
Can this product be used by people age 30+?
- Asked by Luminous
- Official Answer By Dermalogica US - Brand EngageYes it will. I would also recommend Oil Free Matte spf 30 from our Active Clearing line. It’s essentially the same product however it also defends against signs of aging. Was this answer helpful to you
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Does it have a "sunscreen" smell?
- Asked by Sarah
- Official Answer By Dermalogica US - Brand EngageThank for your inquiry! Clear Start Clearing Defense Moisturizer does not have a strong scent.Was 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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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!
Daily SPF
Reviewed at
This is my daily SPF for face, ears, neck and chest, and it never causes breakouts. It's affordable and non-greasy too.
Smell is awful
It goes on smooth and feels great. Unfortunately, the smell is so strong and unpleasant. I scrubbed my face twice after using and it's still awful.
In my daily routine
I was advised to use this by my esthetician. I have been using thos for a while now and i really like it. I have oily skin and i like thst it has SPF in it. I need to use items with SPF already in it, or ill forget.
The perfect facial sunscreen
Reviewed at
Love this! The perfect everyday sunscreen. I love the matte feature - no greasy feeling at all. My favorite dermalogica product!