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Superdefense™ City Block Broad Spectrum SPF 50 Daily Energy + Face Protector
Clinique · Category: Sunscreens · 38 ingredients · Verified formula
Ingredients in Clinique Superdefense™ City Block Broad Spectrum SPF 50 Daily Energy + Face Protector explained: benefits, concerns, and detailed analysis of 38 ingredients including Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate, Titanium Dioxide, and Zinc Oxide
Ingredients
- BHTAn antioxidant used to prevent product degradation.
- Butylene GlycolA humectant and solvent that enhances skin absorption.
- Butyloctyl SalicylateA UV filter that helps protect skin from sun damage.
- CI 77491A colorant used to provide red hues in cosmetic formulations.
- CI 77492A colorant used for pigmentation in cosmetic products.
- Caprylyl GlycolA skin-conditioning agent with antimicrobial properties.
- Cetyl PEG/PPG-10/1 DimethiconeAn emulsifier that helps stabilize formulations and improve texture.
- DimethiconeAn occlusive agent that forms a protective barrier on the skin.
- Dimethicone Crosspolymer-3
- Dimethicone/PEG-10/15 CrosspolymerA film former that enhances skin feel and provides a smooth finish.
- Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone CrosspolymerA film-forming agent that provides a smooth, silky texture.
- Disodium EDTAA chelating agent that binds metal ions to enhance stability.
- Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate 5%
- Ethylhexyl MethoxycryleneA UV filter that protects skin from harmful sun rays.
- Hydrated SilicaA mineral used for its absorbent and thickening properties.
- Hydrolyzed Wheat Protein/Pvp Crosspolymer
- Hydroxyapatite
- Isononyl IsononanoateAn emollient that provides a lightweight, non-greasy feel.
- Lauryl PEG-9 Polydimethylsiloxyethyl DimethiconeAn emollient that enhances skin feel and provides moisture.
- Neopentyl Glycol DiheptanoateAn emollient that provides a light, non-greasy feel on the skin.
- PEG-8 Laurate
- PhenoxyethanolA preservative that prevents microbial growth in products.
- Polydecene
- Polyhydroxystearic AcidAn emulsifier that helps stabilize oil and water mixtures in formulations.
- Potassium SorbateA preservative used to prevent microbial growth in cosmetics.
- Propylene CarbonateA solvent that helps dissolve other ingredients in cosmetic formulations.
- Quaternium-90 Bentonite
- SilicaAn absorbent that helps control oil and improve texture.
- Sodium ChlorideCommonly known as salt, used to adjust viscosity and stability.
- Sodium CitrateA pH adjuster that helps maintain the stability of formulations.
- Sodium HyaluronateA powerful humectant that retains moisture in the skin.
- Sodium Rna
- Styrene/Acrylates CopolymerA film-forming agent used for texture and hold in formulations.
- Titanium Dioxide 3.2%
- TocopherolAn antioxidant that protects skin from free radical damage.
- TrimethylsiloxysilicateA film-forming agent that provides a smooth finish on skin.
- WaterUniversal solvent used in many formulations.
- Zinc Oxide 3.6%
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