Description
What is special about Essential Defense Mineral Shield SPF 35?
Daily exposure to the sun’s rays can quietly damage your complexion, leading to premature aging, dark spots, and irritation. Think of your skin like a delicate piece of silk; without the right cover, it easily fades and wears down under harsh light. SkinMedica Essential Defense Mineral Shield SPF 35 acts as an invisible parasol, defending your face from harmful UVA and UVB rays. By utilizing a sheer mineral formulation, this sunscreen continuously shields your skin from environmental stressors, keeping it safe, healthy-looking, and vibrant every time you step outside.
What’s Inside?
- Titanium Dioxide: A gentle physical sunscreen agent that sits on the skin’s surface, deflecting harmful UV rays before they can cause damage.
- Zinc Oxide: Works synergistically with Titanium Dioxide to provide comprehensive, broad-spectrum protection while soothing delicate skin.
- Green Tea Extract: A powerful antioxidant that helps neutralize free radicals and calms the skin throughout the day.
What can SkinMedica Essential Defense Mineral Shield SPF 35 do for my skin?
Protect your skin from UVA and UVB rays with this sheer, lightweight sunscreen.
Key Benefits of Essential Defense SPF 35
- Broad-Spectrum Defense: Blocks both UVA and UVB rays to defend your face against sunburn and the visible signs of premature aging.
- Gentle on Skin: Formulated specifically to be mild and hypoallergenic, making it a comfortable daily wear without causing redness or irritation.
- Environmental Shield: Defends your complexion from daily environmental stressors that can leave your skin looking fatigued and dull.
Why is this sunscreen better than other sunscreens?
Finding an effective sunscreen that doesn’t cause breakouts or leave a heavy, greasy residue can be difficult. Many standard chemical sunscreens absorb into the skin, which can cause a stinging sensation upon application for those with delicate skin barriers. SkinMedica Essential Defense Mineral Shield SPF 35 goes further by utilizing a purely physical, mineral-based formula. This ensures the active ingredients rest gently on your skin’s surface, deflecting harmful rays like a mirror. It delivers professional-level sun protection without overwhelming sensitive skin, offering a sheer, lightweight finish that wears beautifully under makeup.
What skin types is SkinMedica Essential Defense SPF 35 suitable for?
This sunscreen is expertly formulated for sensitive and post-procedure skin types. It provides the exact level of mild, non-irritating protection needed to restore balance, making it an ideal daily staple for complexions that crave defense against daily environmental stressors without the risk of irritation.
How do I use SkinMedica Essential Defense SPF 35?
Your skin care routine likely involves products that provide a multitude of benefits for your skin health. Did you know you can improve their effectiveness by applying the products in the optimal order? A good way to think about applying skin care products is to go from the thinnest to the thickest. Finding the right skin care products for your unique skin can be tricky, but following this order will help ensure each product is used to its fullest potential!
- Cleanse: Wash your face thoroughly with your preferred cleanser.
- Treat: Apply your favorite antioxidant serums evenly over your face and neck.
- Moisturize: Follow up with your favorite hydrating cream to lock in moisture.
- Protect: Dispense a generous amount of SkinMedica Essential Defense Mineral Shield SPF 35 and apply it evenly over your face, neck, and chest as the final step in your morning routine, at least 15 minutes before sun exposure.
How can I get started?
Are you ready to protect your skin from harmful sun exposure? Starting with the SkinMedica Mineral Shield SPF 35 is easy. Apply liberally 15 minutes before sun exposure. Use a water-resistant sunscreen if swimming or sweating and reapply at least every 2 hours.
What are SkinMedica products?
SkinMedica products are clinically proven to optimize your skin’s health and appearance. Discover a transformative skincare experience with SkinMedica. Read more about SkinMedica products
Cunningham Clinic is an authorized reseller of SkinMedica products. When you purchase from us, you can be confident that each product is authentic, with no risk of counterfeit items.
What SkinMedica sunscreen is right for me?
Read this blog post to learn about the different SkinMedica sunscreens and answer all of your questions regarding skin protection!
How can I earn Allē (Formerly Brilliant Distinctions) Points?
Allē is a rewards program that helps you save on SkinMedica and select Allergan products and services. Learn about Alle points, and register to start earning and saving!
After you have registered with Allē, log in to your Allē account to get your number if you haven’t yet used it to order with us. Once you’ve ordered with us and used your Allē number, it will be saved to your account when you register with Cunningham Clinic.
What else can I do to age healthier and live happier?
Simply schedule an appointment with Cunningham Clinic to discuss your options.
Elise (verified owner) –
Works!
Sidney (verified owner) –
Jackie (verified owner) –
This is my go-to sunscreen – doesn’t leave me looking white and pasty.
Easley (verified owner) –
Essential Defense – this and the tinted version – works and doesn’t feel heavy on my face.