Clear Face SPF 30
Neutrogena · 4: protect

Clear Face SPF 30

An oil-free, broad-spectrum SPF 30 facial sunscreen formulated specifically for acne-prone skin, using Helioplex technology for UVA/UVB protection. Weightless, fragrance-free, and oxybenzone-free, designed not to clog pores or cause breakouts, with water resistance up to 80 minutes.

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How to use

Apply generously 15 minutes before sun exposure. Reapply after 80 minutes of swimming or sweating, immediately after towel drying, and at least every two hours. Limit time in the sun.

Pros
  • Broad spectrum SPF 30 with a water-light, matte finish
  • Water and sweat resistant for up to 80 minutes
  • Avobenzone, homosalate, octisalate and octocrylene filters, no oxybenzone or octinoxate
Cons
  • SPF 30 is modest for long outdoor exposure
  • Chemical filters, including homosalate, can sting sensitive eyes and skin
  • Needs reapplication at least every two hours

Pros, cons and how-to-use notes are Derminology's own opinion and suggestions, based on ingredients we've matched to published clinical evidence and on the brand's directions. They are general information, not medical advice. Always follow the label, patch test new products, and ask a doctor or dermatologist if you have a skin condition, are pregnant or breastfeeding, or use prescription treatments.

Active Ingredients

The ingredients we've matched to real clinical evidence and used to score this product's efficacy below — not the full ingredient label.

No evidence-matched ingredients identified yet for this product.

Claims

✓ Non-comedogenic
✓ Dermatologist tested
? Safe for sensitive skin (unknown)
? Hypoallergenic (unknown)
✓ Fragrance free
? Paraben free (unknown)
✓ Oil free

Efficacy readout

Blemishes
0.5/5
Aging
3.4/5
Irritation
3.4/5

Eczema and Rosacea scoring: Coming soon — most clinically-proven treatments for these are prescription-only and fall outside a consumer product database. Not shown on the chart above.

Colored = scored    Grey = not applicable to this product

☀ Also functions as sunscreen (3.0/5)

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