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Synthetic Sunscreen Frequently asked questions

Have questions about face Synthetic Sunscreen? We’ve got you covered!

What are Paula’s Choice’s best synthetic sunscreens?

All of Paula’s Choice synthetic sunscreens are formulated to effectively defend skin against harmful UV radiation while also treating it to supportive antioxidants and nourishing skin care ingredients.

To choose the best synthetic sunscreen, consider your skin type – those with oily/combination skin will love our featherlight, matte-finish options such as our SKIN BALANCING Ultra-Sheer Daily Defense SPF 15, RESIST Youth-Extending Daily Hydrating Fluid SPF 15 and CLEAR Ultra-Light Daily Hydrating Fluid SPF 15, while those with dry skin will prefer our creamy, hydrating RESIST Skin Restoring Moisturizer SPF 15.

Are synthetic sunscreens safe for sensitive skin?

Synthetic sunscreens are safe for sensitive skin. However, they can cause some stinging for extra-sensitive skin, so if your skin falls into that category, it’s best to choose a mineral-based sunscreen option.

What is synthetic sunscreen?

Synthetic sunscreen features lab-created compounds that protect skin by deflecting and scattering UV rays, essentially “deactivating” them. They include such safe, research-proven ingredients as avobenzone and octinoxate.

Synthetic sunscreen ingredients are sometimes called “chemical” sunscreen actives, but anything that’s a compound (and that includes water and zinc oxide) is a chemical! The term synthetic is much more accurate.