SkinMedica Essential Defense Mineral Shield SPF 35

SkinMedica Essential Defense Mineral Shield Broad Spectrum SPF 35

1.85 oz

4.6 View 144 reviews

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Contains antioxidants
Gentle enough for post-procedure skin
Paraben-free

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Achieve the highest level of UV protection with SkinMedica Essential Defense Mineral Shield Broad Spectrum SPF 35 Sunscreen.

SkinMedica Essential Defense Mineral Shield Broad Spectrum SPF 35 Sunscreen is a 5% titanium dioxide and 6% zinc oxide formula that protects against harmful UVA and UVB rays. Appropriate for all skin types, including sensitive and post-procedure, this sunscreen is paraben-free, oil-free, fragrance-free and will not clog pores. The sheer, lightweight cream also features ingredients like caffeine and powerful antioxidants to help correct and prevent signs of aging.

Key Features:

Sensitivity-free and great for sensitive skin
Protects with titanium dioxide and zinc oxide
Diminishes signs of aging with caffeine and antioxidants

Stay safe in the sun with SkinMedica Essential Defense Mineral Shield Broad Spectrum SPF 35 Sunscreen.

Please note: our current stock of SkinMedica Essential Defense Mineral Shield Broad Spectrum SPF 35 has an expiration date of June 2026.

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Contains antioxidants
Gentle enough for post-procedure skin
Paraben-free

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4.6

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144 Reviews

LovelySkin Customer

Verified Purchase

November 02, 2025

broke out

This causes me to have cystic acne.

0 people found this helpful

LovelySkin Customer

from Washington

Age Group: 40-49

Combination Skin

Verified Purchase

October 04, 2025

Thick & difficult to apply

Didn't like the white cast and how difficult it was to apply because of the viscosity. Would not buy.

0 people found this helpful

LovelySkin Customer

from Minnesota

Age Group: 30-39

Dry Skin

Verified Purchase

September 19, 2025

Amazing sunscreen

I've been using this for several months and it doesn't leave a white cast or make my skincare pill. I switched to a different sunscreen that pilled and ruined my makeup. I am repurchasing and will never switch again!

0 people found this helpful

Janine

from South Carolina

Age Group: 50-59

Normal Skin

Verified Purchase

September 17, 2025

good sunscreen

I found this product very effective and cosmetically elegant upon application. However, I'm only giving 4 stars because after about an hour or two when it dries down it becomes very dry looking. Great tint color, though!

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channy

Verified Purchase

June 04, 2025

Love this sunscreen

I have tried many sunscreens. I really like the way this goes on without a white cast and is light on the skin. I would recommend this sunscreen.

2 people found this helpful

Menchaca

Verified Purchase

May 26, 2025

Fantastic

This sunscreen is great for sensitive skin and it feels great on my skin. Love it!

0 people found this helpful

LovelySkin Customer

Verified Purchase

May 24, 2025

So far so good!

Easy to use, lightweight, easy to remove. Doesn't irritate my dry sensitive skin.

0 people found this helpful

AngDen11

Verified Purchase

May 04, 2025

Great Product

Bought this for my husband as I've been trying to get him to use sunscreen for yrs now. He likes this product b/c it is dry, doesn't make his skin shiny & doesn't leave a white cast. He did say it was a little difficult to rub in so I suggested he warm the product between his fingers before applying & I believe that made a difference

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LovelySkin Customer

Verified Purchase

April 05, 2025

Great for sensitive skin

Chemical sunscreens give me hives so I've tried a lot of the mineral sunscreens, this one works for my sensitive skin! It is a little oiler / more hydrating than some others since mineral sunscreens tend to be drying by the end of the day. I tend to mix a few together to get the right skin tone. I will be using this more when I'm outside this summer.

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LovelySkin Customer

Verified Purchase

March 28, 2025

SkinMedica Essential Defense Mineral Shield

Great option for post procedure. Non irritating, applies easily, no lasting white cast, and dries matte.

1 person found this helpful

LovelySkin Customer

Verified Purchase

March 28, 2025

It’s okay

This sunscreen goes on well but then dries very dry. It is hard to apply any base over the top. If only using sunscreen it is fine.

2 people found this helpful

LovelySkin Customer

Verified Purchase

March 08, 2025

Go for the Glow!

Love the texture of this SPF. Minimal white cast and blends well. Feels great on my dry dry skin and doesn’t pill. A++

0 people found this helpful

LovelySkin Customer

Verified Purchase

March 03, 2025

Best protection from the sun!

Love this SPF cream and it doesn’t leave your skin greasy or with a white film. Goes on smooth and works great after serum but before makeup. Highly recommend.

0 people found this helpful

tattooedmom

Verified Purchase

January 20, 2025

Easiest to use

I really need to use sunscreen, but I hate all of them either burn my eyes or hard to apply. This one seems to work the best and I actually don’t mind using it at all.

1 person found this helpful

LovelySkin Customer

Verified Purchase

January 03, 2025

Best!

I have been using this for a few years and it’s my all time favorite broad spectrum sunscreen. It doesn’t leave white look to face and my skin glows after applying it. It smooths well over my serums and moisturizer without pilling. Makeup goes on so nice and my skin looks great!

1 person found this helpful

EmilyAH

Verified Purchase

December 11, 2024

Amazing sunscreen!

This is the best sunscreen I have tried after many awful ones. It is completely mineral and has no chemical boosters. It dries down fully to a natural finish, not irritating or drying. It is easy to apply and never pills. The only thing is it leaves a slight white cast on my pale, reddish skin so I have to mix it with the tinted one. Small price to pay for such a great product!

1 person found this helpful

LovelySkin Customer

Verified Purchase

December 08, 2024

Recommend

This is the best US-brand sunscreen I have tried so far. The formulation and consistency can compete with Japanese sunscreens. I have rosacea and I always use physical sunscreens as chemical/hybrid ones either irritate my skin or burn my eyes. Unlike many mineral sunscreens, this one leaves minimal white cast and has no bothering scent. I use this in the winter only as it would be "too moisturizing" for the hot & humid summer here.

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LovelySkin Customer

Verified Purchase

November 29, 2024

Nice spf

Goes on smoothly. No complaints.

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LovelySkin Customer

Verified Purchase

October 27, 2024

The best face sunscreen

I searched for a few years

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Mysty

Verified Purchase

October 10, 2024

Good

I find this sunscreen to be nice when I am just having a normal day. I got it to try for working out and outdoor workouts but when I sweat, my skin doesn't love it as much and I get some irritation. If I am not doing anything crazy, the formula works well for my skin. It does feel a bit oily and removal isn't a breeze but you should double cleanse or make sure to use a cleanser that can really get it all so it doesn't sit in your pores.

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SkinMedica Essential Defense Mineral Shield Broad Spectrum SPF 35

Product Overview

Achieve the highest level of UV protection with SkinMedica Essential Defense Mineral Shield Broad Spectrum SPF 35 Sunscreen.

Please note: our current stock of SkinMedica Essential Defense Mineral Shield Broad Spectrum SPF 35 has an expiration date of June 2026.

Highlights

Ingredients

Directions

Shipping & Returns

Questions & Answers (1)

Product Specifications

About the Brand

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Customer Reviews (144)

Overall Rating

Review Summary

Write a Review

broke out

Thick & difficult to apply

Amazing sunscreen

good sunscreen

Love this sunscreen

Fantastic

So far so good!

Great Product

Great for sensitive skin

SkinMedica Essential Defense Mineral Shield

It’s okay

Go for the Glow!

Best protection from the sun!

Easiest to use

Best!

Amazing sunscreen!

Recommend

Nice spf

The best face sunscreen

Good

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