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Dr. Dennis Gross Skincare All-Physical Ultimate Defense Broad Spectrum Sunscreen SPF 50 PA++++

This is a daily mineral sunscreen that aims to protect and treat. It's formulated with zinc oxide for broad-spectrum defense and tranexamic acid to help with dark spots and tone. The hydrating complex is a nice touch for drier skin types.

Sephora price

$45.00

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Sephora reviews

3.6 / 5

About 118 reviews on the current Sephora source, so there is real volume behind the reputation.

Shoppers keep mentioning

HydratingVeganFragrance FreeUV ProtectionOil FreeSPFZinc Oxide (Non-Nano): A mineral filter that scatters, reflects, and absorbs UVA and UVB rays to help protect skin from the sun.Tranexamic Acid: Reduces the appearance of dark spots and prevents new ones from forming while visibly improving overall skin tone.Hydrating Complex: A combination of three powerful humectants, including hyaluronic acid, replenishes internal hydration and helps plump the look of dehydrated fine lines. Ingredient Call Dr. Dennis Gross Skincare™ is a dermatologist-founded brand driven by clinical results. With every product we take a research-backed approach and formulate with pharmaceutical-grade active ingredients to ensure superior results, without irritation. Dr. Gross is an unwavering advocate for his patients, consumers, and humanity, bound by the Hippocratic Oath to do no harm. His mission – and ours–is to improve your skin health, how it looks, but most importantly how it makes you feel. We are cruelty-free, vegan, paraben-free, phthalate-free, and sulfate-free. Our #1 priority is to ensure efficacy without ever compromising safety.Dark SpotsFine Lines and Wrinklesand Dryness

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Glass take

3.6 / 5 overall fit

A solid mineral sunscreen that offers hydration and targets dark spots, but some users find the texture less than ideal.

Dr. Dennis Gross Skincare All-Physical Ultimate Defense Broad Spectrum Sunscreen SPF 50 PA++++

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What Sephora says

What this product is supposed to do

An all-physical, oil-free, and sweat- and water-resistant mineral sunscreen with a blendable, lightweight finish.

NormalDryCombinationand OilyDark SpotsFine Lines and Wrinklesand Dryness

Use daily in the morning as the final step in your skincare routine, after moisturizer.

Massage a generous amount all over the face, neck, and décolleté 15 minutes before sun exposure until visible formula fully melts into skin.

Reapply every two hours.

For children under 6 months of age, consult a doctor.

What Glass adds

What actually matters before you buy it

A good option if you're looking for a mineral sunscreen that does more than just protect. The addition of tranexamic acid and a hydrating complex makes it a multi-tasker, but be aware of the texture if you prefer lighter formulas.

Sun protection and skin benefits

Many users appreciate the dual action of sun protection and the inclusion of ingredients like tranexamic acid for improving skin tone and dark spots.

Texture and wear

While generally well-received for its blendability, some users find the texture a bit rich for daily wear, especially in warmer climates.

Best for

When this is a smart buy

All skin types, especially those concerned with dark spots and dryness
Daily sun protection
Those seeking a mineral-based sunscreen

Skip if

When this is the wrong lane

You prefer a chemical sunscreen
You dislike the feel of mineral sunscreens
You have extremely oily skin and prefer a matte finish

Routine fit

Your final line of defense

Apply this sunscreen as the very last step in your morning skincare routine, after all serums and moisturizers. Ensure you apply a generous amount and reapply every two hours, especially if you're spending extended time outdoors.

Why it works

Where it earns the slot and where it does not

The useful question is not whether this product is good in a vacuum. It is whether it makes your routine easier to run or just adds one more bottle with a familiar ingredient on it.

What it actually does well

Excellent broad-spectrum UV protection
Contains tranexamic acid for dark spot correction
Hydrating formula with hyaluronic acid
Mineral-based (Zinc Oxide)
Fragrance-free and oil-free

Where it starts to feel redundant

Can feel heavy for some skin types
May leave a slight white cast on deeper skin tones if not blended well
Requires reapplication every two hours for optimal protection

Routine fit

Where it belongs in the stack

Morning

This is a morning-only product, applied as the final step before sun exposure.

Glass rating

How this formula scores in real life

3.6/ 5 overall

A solid mineral sunscreen that offers hydration and targets dark spots, but some users find the texture less than ideal.

Texture

3.5 / 5

It's a mineral sunscreen, so it can feel a bit heavy for some, but it does blend in well.

Protection

4.5 / 5

Broad spectrum SPF 50 PA++++ offers excellent defense against UVA and UVB rays.

Full ingredient breakdown

Every ingredient, what it does, and whether I care

Emollient

Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride

Badness

1.0 / 10

A skin-conditioning agent derived from coconut oil and glycerin. It helps to replenish the skin's surface lipids.

Usually helps with

Dryness, softening skin

Watch for

Generally well-tolerated

Emollient

Dimethicone

Badness

2.0 / 10

A silicone that forms a protective barrier on the skin, helping to reduce water loss and provide a smooth feel.

Usually helps with

Smoothing, barrier support

Watch for

Some prefer to avoid silicones

Emollient

Dicaprylyl Carbonate

Badness

1.0 / 10

A plant-derived emollient that softens and smooths the skin, improving spreadability.

Usually helps with

Softening, improving texture

Watch for

Generally well-tolerated

Emollient

Coco-Caprylate/Caprate

Badness

1.0 / 10

A lightweight, naturally derived emollient that conditions the skin without feeling greasy.

Usually helps with

Lightweight hydration, softening

Watch for

Generally well-tolerated

UV Filter

Butyloctyl Salicylate

Badness

2.0 / 10

An organic sunscreen agent that absorbs UVB rays. It's often used to improve the feel of formulations.

Usually helps with

UV protection

Watch for

Can be a penetration enhancer

Humectant

Propanediol

Badness

1.0 / 10

A plant-derived humectant that attracts and holds moisture in the skin.

Usually helps with

Hydration

Watch for

Generally well-tolerated

Emulsifier

Lauryl Polyglyceryl-3 Polydimethylsiloxyethyl Dimethicone

Badness

2.0 / 10

A silicone-based emulsifier that helps to blend oil and water ingredients, contributing to a smooth texture.

Usually helps with

Texture, emulsification

Watch for

Silicone derivative

Emulsifier

Polyhydroxystearic Acid

Badness

2.0 / 10

A dispersing agent that helps keep mineral sunscreen particles evenly distributed.

Usually helps with

Formula stability

Watch for

Can be a thickener

Film Former

Polymethylsilsesquioxane

Badness

2.0 / 10

A silicone-based powder that can provide a soft-focus effect and absorb oil.

Usually helps with

Texture, mattifying

Watch for

Silicone derivative

Active

Tranexamic Acid

Badness

2.0 / 10

Helps to reduce the appearance of dark spots and improve overall skin tone.

Usually helps with

Hyperpigmentation, uneven tone

Watch for

Can cause mild irritation in some

Soothing Agent

Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice

Badness

1.0 / 10

Known for its soothing and hydrating properties, it can help calm the skin.

Usually helps with

Soothing, hydration

Watch for

Allergic reactions in rare cases

Antioxidant

Hibiscus Sabdariffa Flower Extract

Badness

2.0 / 10

Rich in antioxidants, it can help protect the skin from environmental stressors.

Usually helps with

Antioxidant protection

Watch for

Generally well-tolerated

Antioxidant

Pongamia Pinnata Seed Extract

Badness

3.0 / 10

A plant extract with antioxidant properties that may help protect the skin.

Usually helps with

Antioxidant protection

Watch for

Limited research on topical benefits

Humectant

Saccharide Isomerate

Badness

1.0 / 10

A plant-derived humectant that binds moisture to the skin, providing long-lasting hydration.

Usually helps with

Hydration

Watch for

Generally well-tolerated

Humectant

Sodium Hyaluronate

Badness

1.0 / 10

The salt form of hyaluronic acid, it attracts and retains moisture in the skin.

Usually helps with

Hydration, plumping

Watch for

Generally well-tolerated

Preservative Booster

Ethylhexylglycerin

Badness

2.0 / 10

A skin-conditioning agent that also acts as a preservative booster, helping to enhance the effectiveness of other preservatives.

Usually helps with

Preservation

Watch for

Can be a mild skin irritant for some

Emulsifier

Dimethicone/ Polyglycerin-3 Crosspolymer

Badness

2.0 / 10

A silicone-based emulsifier that helps create a smooth texture and can provide a light, breathable feel.

Usually helps with

Texture, emulsification

Watch for

Silicone derivative

UV Filter

Magnesium Hydroxide

Badness

3.0 / 10

Used in some mineral sunscreens to help disperse zinc oxide and titanium dioxide particles.

Usually helps with

Formula stability

Watch for

Can affect texture

Silicone

Triethoxycaprylylsilane

Badness

2.0 / 10

A coupling agent used to improve the dispersion of pigments and powders in formulations.

Usually helps with

Formula stability

Watch for

Silicone derivative

Humectant

Magnesium Sulfate

Badness

2.0 / 10

Epsom salt, can help draw moisture to the skin.

Usually helps with

Hydration

Watch for

Can be drying in high concentrations

Thickener

Disteardimonium Hectorite

Badness

2.0 / 10

A clay derivative used to thicken formulations and improve stability.

Usually helps with

Texture, stability

Watch for

Can affect texture

Viscosity Adjuster

Sodium Chloride

Badness

1.0 / 10

Common salt, used to adjust the viscosity of the product.

Usually helps with

Formula consistency

Watch for

Generally well-tolerated

Antioxidant

Triethyl Citrate

Badness

2.0 / 10

A derivative of citric acid, it can act as an antioxidant and chelating agent.

Usually helps with

Antioxidant protection

Watch for

Generally well-tolerated

Buffering Agent

Sodium Citrate

Badness

1.0 / 10

A salt of citric acid, used to adjust pH and as a chelating agent.

Usually helps with

pH balance

Watch for

Generally well-tolerated

Chelating Agent

Tetrasodium Glutamate Diacetate

Badness

1.0 / 10

A biodegradable chelating agent that helps improve the stability and efficacy of preservatives.

Usually helps with

Formula stability

Watch for

Generally well-tolerated

Preservative

Phenoxyethanol

Badness

3.0 / 10

A common preservative used to prevent microbial growth in cosmetic products.

Usually helps with

Preservation

Watch for

Can be irritating for some sensitive skin types

Preservative

Potassium Sorbate

Badness

2.0 / 10

A salt of sorbic acid, used as a preservative to prevent the growth of mold and yeast.

Usually helps with

Preservation

Watch for

Generally well-tolerated

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FAQ

The fast answers people actually need

Is this sunscreen good for sensitive skin?

Yes, it's formulated with mineral filters (Zinc Oxide) and is fragrance-free, making it a good option for many sensitive skin types. However, always patch test if you have very reactive skin.

Can I use this under makeup?

Yes, it's designed to have a blendable, lightweight finish and can be used under makeup. Ensure it has fully absorbed before applying foundation.

Does this leave a white cast?

As a mineral sunscreen, it has the potential to leave a slight white cast, especially on deeper skin tones, if not blended thoroughly. The formula aims to be blendable, but thorough application is key.

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