CeraVe Hydrating Mineral Sunscreen SPF 50 Face

A pure mineral sunscreen -- zinc oxide and titanium dioxide only, no chemical filters -- which makes it the right choice for reactive, rosacea-prone and post-procedure skin, and for anyone whose eyes water with chemical sunscreens. Mineral filters sit on the surface and reflect light rather than absorbing it, so they work the moment they go on. Hyaluronic acid and ceramides stop it drying the skin down. Be aware it leaves a slight white cast on deeper skin tones; that is inherent to zinc oxide, not a fault in this formula.

Apply generously as the last morning step. Reapply every two hours outdoors. Because it is a physical filter, do not rub it in too hard -- press and pat so the film stays even.

Zinc Oxide, Titanium Dioxide, Niacinamide, Hyaluronic Acid, Ceramides NP, AP and EOP, Hyaluronic Acid, Phytosphingosine, Cholesterol, MVE delivery technology.

Ingredient lists are transcribed from the packaging of the batch we hold. Manufacturers reformulate — always read the carton you receive, and patch test if you react easily.

Check the batch code and expiry first. On a genuine unit both are printed or embossed directly into the carton and the container rather than added on a stuck-on label, and the two match each other. The seal should be intact and machine-applied, the pump or dropper should move cleanly and firmly, and the ingredient list on the pack should match the one shown on this page. Texture and smell are worth a moment too: a thinner, more strongly perfumed version of a familiar product is a common sign of a copy. We photograph every unit as it arrives and record its batch code and expiry from the carton, so the item you receive is the one we checked. If anything does not match, send us photographs before you use it and we will sort it out with you.

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• This one is a pre-order. We buy it in the United States for you and bring it over with our next shipment — normally about two to three weeks. That is an estimate, not a promise: we give you the date we expect when you order, and tell you if it moves.
• In and around our own area we deliver ourselves. Anywhere further goes by courier, and you are welcome to collect from us instead.
• The delivery charge is quoted and paid up front, never added afterwards. The rest is paid when the item reaches you.
• Damaged, incorrect or expired: tell us within 7 days with a photograph and we replace it on our next shipment — or refund you if we cannot. See our delivery and returns policy.