Name: Clinique Superdefense City Block SPF 40
Brand: Clinique
SKU: 186556
Availability: InStock
Rating: 9 (1 reviews)

Clinique Superdefense City Block SPF 40

Estée Lauder Companies

/100

Lab tested

No

Harmful ingredients

14

What's inside

Titanium Dioxide

Potential inhalation toxicity as a suspected carcinogen in nanoparticle form, regulatory restrictions on food use in some jurisdictions, possible photocatalytic oxidative stress

Homosalate

Endocrine disruption potential, skin penetration, possible environmental toxicity, bioaccumulation

Styrene/acrylates Copolymer

Potential residual styrene monomer exposure (IARC Group 2A carcinogen), potential migration from food-contact coatings, microplastic ingestion with uncertain long-term effects, possible gastrointestinal irritation/inflammation (animal data), environmental persistence

Hydrolyzed Wheat Protein/PVP Crosspolymer

Potential allergenicity (wheat/gluten), presence of synthetic polymer (PVP), unknown effects from crosslinked forms, possible gut irritation or malabsorption risks

PEG-8 Laurate

Ultra-processed emulsifier, potential gut microbiome disruption (class effect), may increase intestinal permeability and low-grade inflammation (animal and small human data with other emulsifiers), potential contamination with 1,4-dioxane or ethylene oxide (ethoxylation by-products), rare hypersensitivity to PEGs, limited human data for chronic dietary intake

BHT

Potential for irritation, possible endocrine disruption seen in animal studies, concerns over long-term toxicity though human evidence is limited

CI 77491

Irritant/sensitizer potential especially in inhalation form, contamination with heavy metals possible

Ethylhexyl Salicylate

Potential skin irritation, allergic reactions, potential endocrine disruption in high doses (based on limited animal studies)

Lauryl PEG-9 Polydimethylsiloxyethyl Dimethicone

Possible skin irritation, potential for bioaccumulation, concerns related to PEG derivatives including impurities like ethylene oxide or 1,4-dioxane, limited oral toxicity data

Polyhydroxystearic Acid

Potential for skin irritation, possible gut irritation if ingested, ultra-processed, limited long-term oral safety data

Polydecene

Potential skin irritation in sensitive individuals, minimal toxicity data available

Sodium RNA (Sodium Ribonucleate)

Potential purine load increasing uric acid, not suitable for individuals with gout or hyperuricemia, possible mild digestive discomfort

Dimethicone/PEG-10/15 Crosspolymer

Potential for skin irritation, not biodegradable, environmental concerns

Potassium sorbate

Mild skin and eye irritation, potential sensitizer in some individuals, ingestion generally recognized as safe at typical use levels

C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate

Not approved for food use, possible skin irritation, potential for systemic absorption, lacks nutritional value

Trisiloxane

Improves spreadability in cosmetic formulations

Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer

Moisturizing, enhances product spreadability, provides silky texture

Sodium Chloride

Inert filler, low cost, stabilizes formulations

Isostearic Acid

Emollient properties, improves skin texture, stabilizes formulations

Isododecane

Provides lightweight emollient effect, enhances spreadability and evaporation in formulations

Silica

Prevents clumping in powdered products, improves flow properties

Caprylyl Glycol

Skin conditioning, antimicrobial preservative booster

Polyethylene

Strong, flexible material suitable for flossing

Sodium citrate

Acidity regulation, buffering capacity, stabilizes emulsions

CI 77492

Provides yellow pigmentation and color stability in cosmetic formulations

Water

Essential for hydration, solvent for nutrients and metabolic processes

Dimethicone

Emollient, skin conditioning, reduces water loss, smooth texture enhancer

Zinc oxide

Effective broad-spectrum UV protection, skin barrier support, antimicrobial properties

Butyloctyl Salicylate

UV protection as a sunscreen agent, emollient properties enhancing skin feel

Butylene Glycol

Improves texture and absorption of products, acts as a humectant to retain moisture

Diethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl Benzoate

Effective broad-spectrum UVA protection, photostable compared to other UV filters

Sodium Hyaluronate

Effective humectant for skin hydration, enhances skin barrier function, widely used in dermatological and cosmetic formulations

Disteardimonium Hectorite

Improves product texture and stability, prevents ingredient separation

Cetyl PEG/PPG-10/1 Dimethicone

Provides skin and hair conditioning, improves texture and spreadability of formulations

Propylene Carbonate

Effective solvent and plasticizer, enhances formulation stability and performance

Tocopherol

Antioxidant properties, prevents lipid oxidation, supports skin barrier function

CI 77499

Provides stable black pigmentation, widely used for color consistency

Phenoxyethanol

Effective preservative, broad-spectrum antimicrobial activity, low volatility

Product Details

Form Type

cream

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