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UV Skin Recovery Broad Spectrum SPF 50 Face Sunscreen
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Sunscreen for irritated or injured skin
- safe on injured skin, soothing, all mineral
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What it is and what it does
Soothe and shield delicate skin with EltaMD UV Skin Recovery Broad Spectrum SPF 50, a 100% mineral sunscreen specifically developed for sensitive, rosacea-prone, and post-procedure skin. Infused with EltaMD’s exclusive AAC Technology™ (Amino Acid Complex), it works to strengthen the skin’s barrier, reduce visible inflammation, and support recovery from cosmetic treatments and environmental stress.
This non-irritating, lightweight formula delivers high-level UVA/UVB protection with zinc oxide and titanium dioxide, ensuring gentle, effective defense without chemical filters. Designed for daily use, it calms redness while hydrating and prepping skin for makeup.
Why It Stands Out:
• Mineral-Based SPF 50: Provides strong sun protection without irritating sensitive skin
• Barrier-Boosting AAC Technology™: Promotes recovery and reduces inflammation
• Non-Comedogenic & Fragrance-Free: Perfect for delicate, compromised skin
• Silky, Sheer Texture: Glides on smoothly and absorbs without a white cast
• Derm-Approved for Recovery: Ideal after laser treatments, chemical peels, or microneedling
Ideal For:
Sensitive, rosacea-prone, dry, or healing skin in need of daily sun defense and calming care
Free Of:
Fragrance, parabens, dyes, and chemical sunscreen agents
Who it is for
- safe on injured skin, soothing, all mineral
Key ingredients
A lipid that combines with fatty acids and cholesterol to form the skin barrier. There are several types of ceramides. Hydrating
Centella Asiatica Extract
Centella Asiatica Extract, from the Gotu Kola plant, stimulates collagen production and fibroblast activity, reducing wrinkles and improving skin firmness. Rich in antioxidants, it protects against free radical damage, while its anti-inflammatory properties soothe irritated skin. Compounds in Centella, such as madecassoside, have been shown to improve the skin's water retention by enhancing its natural lipid barrier, aiding hydration.
Natural mineral sunscreen that reflects away UVA and UVB rays. Zinc reduces inflammation and is an essential mineral
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Product type and skin type data
| Brand | EltaMD |
|---|---|
| Product type | Face & Body Sunscreen |
| Item number | EMD-211004A |
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Questions about this product
Answered by Dr. Leslie Baumann, MD, FAAD · Miami, FL · 200+ partner practices
This post procedure sunscreen was developed specifically for vulnerable skin following fractional and non-ablative laser treatments. It can be used after any surgical or aesthetic procedure. Its ultra-purified, deionized water base is aggressively filtered to eliminate trace heavy metals like lead, iron, and copper, which would otherwise penetrate an open skin barrier and trigger severe cellular inflammation. Formulated without chemical sunscreen filters, drying alcohols, artificial fragrances, parabens, or aggressive exfoliating acids. This recovery sunscreen does not burn or disrupt raw, injured, or healing tissue.
The lactic acid is very low on the ingredient list which means there is not much of it in this product. Also- this prodcut is not a low pH so the lactic acid will not be a strong acid.
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