Elta MD UV Clear is one of the best sun screens on the market hands down. It contains 9% transparent micronized zinc oxide to protect skin against damaging UVA (aging) rays and provides SPF 46 to protect skin from UVB (burning rays). It also contains niacinamide (vitamin B3), hyaluronic acid and lactic acid, ingredients that promote the healthy skin. Extremely lightweight, this is your ideal sunscreen for daily use. It works well alone or under makeup. Elta MD UV Clear is fragrance-free, oil-free, paraben-free, sensitivity-free and noncomedogenic. Oil-free sunscreen helps protect and calm sensitive skin types that are susceptible to breakouts and discoloration associated to acne and rosacea. Choose from tinted and untinted formulas for evert day use.
BENEFITS:
• The Skin Cancer Foundation recommends this product as an effective broad spectrum sunscreen
• 9.0% transparent zinc oxide Antioxidant protection combats skin-aging free radicals associated with ultraviolet (UV) and infrared radiation (IR)
• Calms and protects acne-prone skin and leaves no residue
• UVA/UVB sun protection
•Fragrance-free, oil-free, paraben-free, sensitivity-free and noncomedogenic
KEY INGREDIENTS:
Zinc oxide
Natural mineral compound that works as a sunscreen agent by reflecting and scattering UVA and UVB rays
Niacinamide (vitamin B3)
Anti-inflammatory that reduces redness and minimizes the appearance of dry or damaged skin and helps restores suppleness
Sodium hyaluronate (Hyaluronic Acid)
Humectant that attracts and retains moisture, improving skin feel and restores suppleness
Tocopheryl acetate (vitamin E)
Antioxidant that reduces free radicals to help diminish the visible signs of aging
HOW TO USE:
Apply liberally to face and neck 15 minutes before sun exposure. Reapply at least every 2 hours.
*Use a water-resistant sunscreen if swimming or sweating
INGREDIENTS:
Active Ingredients:
9.0% Zinc oxide, 7.5% Octinoxate
Elta MD UV Clear Inactive Ingredients:
Purified Water, Cyclopentasiloxane, Niacinamide, Octyldodecyl Neopentanoate, Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium
Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer, Polyisobutene, PEG-7 Trimethylolpropane Coconut Ether, Sodium Hyaluronate, Tocopheryl Acetate, Lactic Acid, Oleth-3 Phosphate, Phenoxyethanol, Butylene Glycol, Iodopropynyl Butylcarbamate, Triethoxycaprylylsilane.
*Ingredients are subject to change at the manufacturer's discretion. For the most complete and up-to-date list of ingredients, refer to the product packaging.
Elta MD UV Clear
*UV Clear is fragrance-free, oil-free, paraben-free, sensitivity-free and noncomedogenic
*Apply as the last step in your skin care routine or after moisturizer. You can also skip your moisturizer and use this product.
Sun Protection Measures:
Spending time in the sun increases your risk of skin cancer and early skin aging. To decrease this risk, regularly use a sunscreen with a broad-spectrum SPF of 15 or higher and other sun protection measures including:
Limit time in the sun, especially from 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.
Wear long-sleeve shirts, pants, hats, and sunglasses.