Ultimate UV Defense SPF 30

SkinCeuticals

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4.0

67 reviews
68%
would repurchase
4.1/5
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Octyl Methoxycinnamate - 7.5% (SUNCAPS), Zinc Oxide - 7.0% (Z-Cote HP1)- Water, cyclomethicone, diisopropyl adipate, synthetic beeswax, hexylene glycol, PEG-40 stearate, c12-15 alkyl benzoate, glycerin, aluminum starch, octenylsuccinate, polyacrylamide, c13-14 isoparaffin, beeswax, dimethicone, phenoxyethanol, PEG-20, carnauba wax, dimethicone copolyol, PVP/eicosene copolymer, sorbitan tristearate, propylene glycol, stearyl alcohol, glyceryl stearate, glyceryl dilaurate, cetearyl alcohol, stearoxytrimethylsilane, steareth-100, PEG-100 stearate, laureth-7, methylparaben, butylparaben, ethylparaben, propylparaben

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    1.0
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    ProductReviewer

    9 years ago

    This product does not give you that white glow that zinc sunblocks do. Don't like it just for that. This stuff can't compare to how beautiful my skin looks with my usual whitening zinc oxide. Will...

    About reviewer (12 reviews)

    Age30-35

    SkinOily, Fair, Cool

    HairBlond, Straight, Fine

    EyesBlue

    4.0
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    violet55

    12 years ago

    I have been using this for the past 3 months now. Firstly I am very fussy when it comes to sunscreen. I always look for sunscreen with Zinc oxide in. The packaging is simple, comes in a tube...

    About reviewer (2 reviews)

    Age30-35

    SkinCombination, Other, Not Sure

    HairBlack, Other, Other

    EyesBrown

    5.0
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    KarenPrescriptives

    13 years ago

    This is my HG sunscreen. It's not perfect but is the best I've found in several years. I like that this sunscreen is rated low danger/toxicity on the cosmetic safety database, one of the safest;...

    About reviewer (14 reviews)

    Age36-43

    SkinAcne-prone, Fair-Medium, Warm

    HairBlond, Wavy, Medium

    EyesGreen

    2.0
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    Laski

    14 years ago

    Í was so lucky to have a sample of this, and though I had high hopes for this product, as I´m quite fond of several other Skinceuticals products, I didn´t really like it. Or, to say it in a...

    About reviewer (337 reviews)

    Age30-35

    SkinCombination, Fair-Medium, Neutral

    HairBrown, Straight, Medium

    EyesHazel

    2.0
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    eunicette

    15 years ago

    Er... in a word - 'No'. This product leaves a white cast and feels really thick and heavy on the skin. In this hot humid climate, my make up is caked by early afternoon. Definitely won't...

    About reviewer (27 reviews)

    Age30-35

    SkinCombination, Fair-Medium, Cool

    HairBlack, Curly, Coarse

    EyesBlack

    3.0
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    DragonRhia

    15 years ago

    I got this product to protect my face after chemical peels from the dermatologist. It works okay, however I am trying Obagi since the tube is about empty. I bought some Laura Mercier skin tint (20...

    About reviewer (126 reviews)

    Age30-35

    SkinSensitive, Fair-Medium, Not Sure

    HairBrunette, Wavy, Medium

    EyesGreen

    5.0
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    BeckyJSacto

    15 years ago

    This is THE HG of daily sunscreens for me. I've invested a lot of $$ in my skin with Obagi and Retin-A over the years, and this is protecting that investment. It lightly moisturizes without...

    About reviewer (30 reviews)

    Age36-43

    SkinCombination, Fair-Medium, Not Sure

    HairBrown, Wavy, Fine

    EyesGreen

    4.0
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    cadbury

    15 years ago

    I find it very difficult to find a sunscreen that i can wear, because: a) it must be oil-free b) it must have no titanium dioxide c) it must be suitable for harsh NZ sun d) it is very hard to...

    About reviewer (93 reviews)

    Age19-24

    SkinCombination, Other

    HairBlack

    EyesBrown

    4.0
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    Marella

    16 years ago

    This is the highest rating that I've ever given a sunscreen and I like it very much. I does have an initial white cast, but it disappers quickly on me, I'm fair, but it does turn greasy...

    About reviewer (63 reviews)

    Age36-43

    SkinCombination, Fair

    HairBrown

    EyesBlue

    5.0
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    ClickHerePlz

    16 years ago

    This sunscreen is definitely best for those with dry, pale skin because it is very moisturizing and can leave a white cast. Luckily for me, I have dry, pale skin, so I love this stuff. It is very...

    About reviewer (3 reviews)

    Age25-29

    SkinOther, Other

    HairOther

    EyesOther

    5.0
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    ujinyoon

    16 years ago

    My HG sunscreen! I do look slightly greasy and pale, but it's not as bad as other sunscreens. The shimmer actually makes my skin tone slighty more even. doesn't make me break out and does its job....

    About reviewer (58 reviews)

    Age19-24

    SkinCombination, Medium

    HairBrown

    EyesBrown

    3.0
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    hoku

    16 years ago

    Overall: 3 (EDIT may 2008) Price: 3 Packaging: 3 Buy again: Yes (EDIT: No) ---- EDIT May 2008: I changed my overall from a 5 to a 3, because it's getting too heavy for...

    About reviewer (229 reviews)

    Age19-24

    SkinAcne-prone, Olive, Warm

    HairBlack, Straight, Fine

    EyesBrown

    3.0
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    mcdlight177

    16 years ago

    I definitely do not like this as much as the SPF 20 version. This is a lot thicker and heavier. It also feels slightly greasy. It also doesn't go on as easily as the SPF 20. I will not...

    About reviewer (8 reviews)

    Age25-29

    SkinCombination, Fair-Medium

    HairBrown

    EyesGreen

    4.0
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    rugby

    16 years ago

    This is seems heavy at first, but it is a very effective sunscreen. You do have to blend this product in but it actually gives skin a more even finish. It does not break me out which is a major...

    About reviewer (139 reviews)

    Age30-35

    SkinDry, Other, Not Sure

    HairBrown, Other, Other

    EyesBrown

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    oopsygirl

    17 years ago

    I have to say that I don't care for this sunscreen at all. It feels greasy and heavy when I apply it. It also leaves my face looking really oily...gross!! I'm sure it's not supposed to break me...

    About reviewer (43 reviews)

    Age25-29

    SkinCombination, Other

    HairBlond

    EyesBlue

    4.0
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    jayejoseph

    17 years ago

    I've been using this for a while now, and I absolutely love it. I use it under my make-up and then put Laura Mercier's foundation primer on. It makes for the perfect combo for me under my...

    About reviewer (15 reviews)

    Age30-35

    SkinAcne-prone

    HairRed

    EyesBrown

    2.0
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    tiger21

    17 years ago

    Felt heavy and greasy on my combo/sensitive face. Also, stay away from chemical blocks! Research what's going onto your skin.

    About reviewer (28 reviews)

    Age30-35

    SkinCombination

    HairBrown

    EyesBlue

    5.0
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    joyelle

    17 years ago

    HG sunscreen! This has broad-spectrum UVA/UVB protection. It is PABA-free, oil-free, and fragrance-free. It is a white cream that is neither too thick nor too runny. <p> It melts into my skin...

    About reviewer (158 reviews)

    Age19-24

    SkinOther, Other, Not Sure

    HairOther, Other, Other

    EyesOther

    2.0
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    damnblondy

    17 years ago

    Made me breakout- not goof for acne-prone skin...The Z-cote is too irritating!

    About reviewer (29 reviews)

    Age19-24

    SkinCombination

    HairBlond

    EyesBlue

    3.0
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    joy2uandme

    17 years ago

    I was hoping this would work for me and my rosacea. I can use Spf 15 formulations with chem/physical so I thought to give this a try but it made my face burn. Also was not impressed with the metal...

    About reviewer (1680 reviews)

    Age44-55

    SkinSensitive, Fair, Warm

    HairBrown, Wavy, Fine

    EyesHazel