Description
Obagi Sun Shield SPF 50 combines UVB absorption and UVA blockage for high sunscreen protection in an elegant, matte finish that is non-comedogenic, hypoallergenic, non-acnegenic, and dermatologist tested. Sheer, PABA free, and fragrance free for all skin types.
Shedding Light on Sun Exposure
Protection from the sun’s UVA and UVB rays is important all year round, not just during the summer or at the beach. UVA and UVB rays can cause the following damage:
- Sunburn1
- Brown spots (sun spots)2
- Faster skin aging1
- Increased skin cancer risk1
UVA:
- Penetrates skin more deeply than UVB1
- Plays a major role in accelerating photoaging: wrinkles, skin roughening, blotchy skin color, brown spots, poor skin tone, sallowness2
- Can contribute to development of skin cancer1
UVB:
- Penetrates skin less deeply than UVA1
- Is primary cause of sunburn1,3
- Plays a key role in the development of skin cancer1
- Contributes to photoaging1
Sun Protection Never Felt Better
Award-winning sunscreen provides a high level of protection against harmful UVA and UVB rays. Non-greasy, PABA-free, and fragrance-free formula for all skin types that applies completely sheer in an elegant matte finish that feels great on your skin.
References: 1. Understanding UVA and UVB. Skin Cancer Foundation Web site. http://www.skincancer.org/understanding-uva-and-uvb.html. Accessed February 18, 2013. 2. Samuels L. The truth about sunscreen and effective patient education. Pract Dermatol. 2011:27-32. http://bmctoday.net/practicaldermatology/2011/03/article.asp?f=the-truth-aboutsunscreen-and-effective-patient-education. Accessed February 18, 2013. 3. How does sunscreen work? US Library of Congress Web site. http://www.loc.gov/rr/scitech/mysteries/sunscreen.html. Accessed February 18, 2013. - See more at: http://obagi.com/patients/product-line/sun-shield/overview#sthash.QcMT8vUF.dpuf
Directions
Apply liberally 30 minutes before sun exposure and as needed.
Ingredients
Active Ingredients:
Homosalate 10%, Octisalate 5%, Zinc Oxide 16.5%
Inactive Ingredients:
Water (Aqua), C15-19 Alkane, Octyldodecyl Neopentanoate, Polymethylsilsesquioxane, Sorbitan Olivate, Silica, Polyglyceryl-6 Polyrininoleate, Sodium Chloride, Xanthan Gum, Glycerin, Hydroxyacetophenone, Disodium EDTA, 1,2-Hexanediol, Caprylyl Glycol, Sodium Hydroxide, Triethoxycaprylsilane, Polyhydroxystearic Acid, Disteardimonium Hectorite, Polyglyceryl-2 Isostearate, Euphorbia Cerifera (Candelilla) Wax, Beeswax, Dimethicone
