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Clinique SUN & SUNLESS SUNSCREEN .CLINIQUE/BROAD SPECTRUM SPF 45 SUNSCREEN TARGETED PROTECTION STICK FOR EYE-AREA, LIPS, NOSE, EARS
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Clinique SUN & SUNLESS SUNSCREEN .CLINIQUE/BROAD SPECTRUM SPF 45 SUNSCREEN TARGETED PROTECTION STICK FOR EYE-AREA, LIPS, NOSE, EARS

SPF 45Efficacy60/100IrritancyHigh·2 UV filters
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0 of 2 advertised claims delivered

Sun protection
SPF 45 · 2 UV filters · Partial spectrum
Weak protection
SPF 45Partial spectrumChemical filtersNo white cast

This product does not offer good protection against UVA rays.

UV spectrum
UVB290–320 nmUVA II320–340 nmUVA I340–400 nm
Octinoxate
Oxybenzone
FilterCoverageWhat it doesEst. amount
OctinoxateEthylhexyl MethoxycinnamateUVBOctinoxate. When used in higher concentrations, works as a sunscreen protecting the skin from UVB rays. When used in lower concentration, helps to preserve the product formulation. Is shown to be harmful to coral reefs - consider avoiding bathing in coral reef areas when wearing a product with this ingredient. It can be irritating~3.7–5.5%
OxybenzoneBenzophenone-3UVBUVA2Same as oxybenzone. Protects in the UVB and short UVA range. In small concentrations, used to stabilize product formulation. Can be irritating. Is shown to be harmful to coral reefs - consider avoiding bathing in coral reef areas when wearing a product with this ingredient. It can penetrate the skin and get absorbed into bloodstream faster than other popular filters available in the US. The study that produced this finding did not address any potential health effects of the absorption~2.3–3.5%
~ marks concentrations estimated from label position and typical use levels
Anti-aging
No ingredient credited for this claim
Limited evidence
What the product description says
“Enhanced UVA defense helps guard against premature aging.”
Source: Walmart

The biggest anti-aging effect in this product comes from sun protection. Sun damage is the main factor causing early signs of skin aging. We, however, do not recommend using this product as a sunscreen because the protection it offers is not strong enough).

Can it cause trouble?

Irritancy
3 strong irritants: Alcohol denat., Parfum + 1 more — patch-test recommended
High risk
We flagged 8 ingredients with irritancy potential. Severity depends on your sensitivity threshold; the table lists the worst offenders first.
IngredientFunctionIrritationEst. amount
Alcohol denat.Produces temporary toning effect. Can help dissolve other ingredients or preserve productsHigh~23–35%est.
ParfumAn aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredientsHigh~4.9–7.3%est.
Ethylhexyl methoxycinnamateOctinoxate. When used in higher concentrations, works as a sunscreen protecting the skin from UVB rays. When used in lower concentration, helps to preserve the product formulation. Is shown to be harmful to coral reefs - consider avoiding bathing in coral reef areas when wearing a product with this ingredient. It can be irritatingHigh~3.7–5.5%est.
Benzophenone-3Same as oxybenzone. Protects in the UVB and short UVA range. In small concentrations, used to stabilize product formulation. Can be irritating. Is shown to be harmful to coral reefs - consider avoiding bathing in coral reef areas when wearing a product with this ingredient. It can penetrate the skin and get absorbed into bloodstream faster than other popular filters available in the US. The study that produced this finding did not address any potential health effects of the absorptionHigh~2.3–3.5%est.
Propylene glycolHelps oil and water mix together and can enhance the penetration of other ingredients into the skin. It can be irritatingHigh~0.9–1.4%est.
Ci 19140A yellow dyeHigh~0.1–0.4%est.
BhtA preservativeMedium~0.45–1.1%est.
Ci 17200A red colorantMedium~0.3–0.7%est.
Comedogenic
Clean of flagged comedogenic ingredients
None flagged
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Ingredients

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Alcohol denat.~23–35%
Irritant · high
Irritation risk
High

Produces temporary toning effect. Can help dissolve other ingredients or preserve products

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Water~12–18%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low

Plain old water

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Parfum~4.9–7.3%
Irritant · high
Irritation risk
High

An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients

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Ethylhexyl methoxycinnamate~3.7–5.5%
UV filterKey activeIrritant · high
Irritation risk
High
Works for
Sun protection

Octinoxate. When used in higher concentrations, works as a sunscreen protecting the skin from UVB rays. When used in lower concentration, helps to preserve the product formulation. Is shown to be harmful to coral reefs - consider avoiding bathing in coral reef areas when wearing a product with this ingredient. It can be irritating

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Acrylates/octylacrylamide copolymer~2.6–3.9%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low
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Benzophenone-3~2.3–3.5%
UV filterKey activeIrritant · high
Irritation risk
High
Works for
Sun protection

Same as oxybenzone. Protects in the UVB and short UVA range. In small concentrations, used to stabilize product formulation. Can be irritating. Is shown to be harmful to coral reefs - consider avoiding bathing in coral reef areas when wearing a product with this ingredient. It can penetrate the skin and get absorbed into bloodstream faster than other popular filters available in the US. The study that produced this finding did not address any potential health effects of the absorption

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Hydrolyzed jojoba esters~1.4–2%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
Moisturizing

Helps soften the upper layer of the skin

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Propylene glycol~0.9–1.4%
Irritant · high
Irritation risk
High
Works for
Moisturizing

Helps oil and water mix together and can enhance the penetration of other ingredients into the skin. It can be irritating

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Bht~0.45–1.1%
Irritant · medium
Irritation risk
Medium

A preservative

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Ext. d&c violet no. 2, fd&c green no. 3
Not recognized
Ci 17200~0.3–0.7%
Irritant · medium
Irritation risk
Medium

A red colorant

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Fd&c
Not recognized
Ci 19140~0.1–0.4%
Irritant · high
Irritation risk
High

A yellow dye

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Ingredient list view

Alcohol denat., Water, Parfum, Ethylhexyl methoxycinnamate, Acrylates/octylacrylamide copolymer, Benzophenone-3, Hydrolyzed jojoba esters, Propylene glycol, Bht, Unknown, Ci 17200, Unknown, Ci 19140

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Product summary

"Clinique - SUN & SUNLESS SUNSCREEN. CLINIQUE/BROAD SPECTRUM SPF 45 SUNSCREEN TARGETED PROTECTION STICK FOR EYE-AREA, LIPS, NOSE, EARS" does not provide enough UVA protection. UVA rays do not cause sunburn, but still damage the skin, leading to early signs of aging and pigmentation issues.

Sunscreen filters

This is a so-called "chemical" sunscreen. It means that it uses organic UV filters. They typically offer good sun protection and rarely leave a white cast, but they can be irritating for some people with sensitive skin. The UV filters in this sunscreen are: oxybenzone 2.30% - 3.50% and octinoxate 3.70% - 5.50%.

Irritation risk

We assess the overall irritancy of this moisturizer to be high. For a detailed overview of all potential irritants: click here

You can see the detailed formula review with the breakdown of all actives in the product and the full ingredient list with estimated concentrations in the tables below.

Price

The product retails for 36.95$ in the United States.

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Sources cited in this review

Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 7 studies and safety reviews.

  1. 1
    Dermatological and environmental toxicological impact of the sunscreen ingredient oxybenzone/benzophenone‐3onlinelibrary.wiley.com
  2. 2
    Effect of Sunscreen Application on Plasma Concentration of Sunscreen Active Ingredients A Randomized Clinical Trialjamanetwork.com
  3. 3
    On Photostability of Oxybenzonecore.ac.uk
  4. 4
    Surfactants and experimental irritant contact dermatitisncbi.nlm.nih.gov
  5. 5
    Propylene Glycolpubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov
  6. 6
    Skin-sensitizing and irritant properties of propylene glycolonlinelibrary.wiley.com
Clinique SUN & SUNLESS SUNSCREEN .CLINIQUE/BROAD SPECTRUM SPF 45 SUNSCREEN TARGETED PROTECTION STICK FOR EYE-AREA, LIPS, NOSE, EARS
CliniqueSUN & SUNLESS SUNSCREEN .CLINIQUE/BROAD SPECTRUM SPF 45 SUNSCREEN TARGETED PROTECTION STICK FOR EYE-AREA, LIPS, NOSE, EARS
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