EltaMD UV Daily Broad-Spectrum SPF 40

Serious UV protection and superior hydration join forces in this sheer facial sunscreen. EltaMD UV Daily has hyaluronic acid to boost moisture retention and diminish fine lines. This lightweight moisturizer with UV protection can be worn alone or under makeup. Choose from tinted and untinted formulas for use every day.

• 0% transparent zinc oxide
• Antioxidant protection combats skin-aging free radicals associated with ultraviolet (UV) and infrared radiation (IR).
• Hyaluronic Acid increases skin smoothness, softness and decrease wrinkles
• Glides on easily and absorbs quickly into the skin
• UVA/UVB sun protection
• Fragrance-free, paraben-free, sensitivity-free and noncomedogenic

Active Ingredients: 9.0% Zinc oxide, 7.5% Octinoxate

Ingredient Insights

Zinc oxide: Natural mineral compound that works as a sunscreen agent by reflecting and scattering UVA and UVB rays

Sodium hyaluronate (Hyaluronic Acid): Retains moisture and improves skin feel by reducing flaking and restoring suppleness

Tocopheryl acetate (vitamin E): Antioxidant that reduces free radicals to help diminish the visible signs of aging

EltaMD UV Daily Inactive Ingredients: Purified Water, Petrolatum, Isopropyl Palmitate, Cetearyl Glucoside, Dimethicone, Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium
AcryloyldimethylTaurate Copolymer, Polyisobutene, PEG-7 Trimethylolpropane Coconut Ether, Sodium Hyaluronate, Tocopheryl Acetate, Polyether-1, Citric Acid, Oleth-3 Phosphate, Phenoxyethanol, Butylene Glycol, IodopropynylButylcarbamate, Triethoxycaprylylsilane.

How to Use

Uses: EltaMD UV Elements Broad-Spectrum SPF 44 helps prevent sunburn and, if used as directed with other sun protection measures (see Directions), decreases the risk of skin cancer and early skin aging caused by the sun.

Directions:

• Apply liberally 15 minutes before sun exposure
• Reapply:
  • after 40 minutes of swimming or sweating
  • immediately after towel drying
  • at least every 2 hours
• Sun Protection Measures. Spending time in the sun increases your risk of skin cancer and early skin aging. To decrease this risk, regularly use a sunscreen with a broad-spectrum SPF of 15 or higher and other sun protection measures including:
  • Limit time in the sun, especially from 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.
  • Wear long-sleeve shirts, pants, hats, and sunglasses
  • Children under 6 months: Ask a physician

Pump activation:  UV Elements is in an airless pump. Before first use, hold the tube upright with the cap off.  Firmly depress the pump 3 to 5 times.

If an air pocket prevents product from dispensing, take these steps:

1. Hold the tube upright with the clear cap off.
2. Press the pump down completely.
3. Continue to depress the pump, while slowly squeezing the tube.
4. When the air pocket has pushed through, the product will dispense properly.