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SkinMedica

Essential Defense Mineral Shield Broad Spectrum SPF 35

Last verified: April 10, 2026

  • Titanium Dioxide (5.0%)
  • Zinc Oxide (6.0%)
  • Water
  • Cyclopentasiloxane
  • Dimethicone
  • Polyglyceryl-3 Polydimethylsiloxyethyl Dimethicone
  • Butylene Glycol
  • Aluminum Hydroxide
  • Dimethicone/PEG-10/15 Crosspolymer
  • PEG-9 Polydimethylsiloxyethyl Dimethicone
  • Sodium Chloride
  • Caffeine
  • Camellia Oleifera Leaf Extract
  • Sodium Citrate
  • Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer
  • Triethoxysilylethyl Polydimethylsiloxyethyl Hexyl Dimethicone
  • Stearic Acid
  • Ethylhexylglycerin
  • Phenoxyethanol

Why This Product is Rated STOP

Essential Defense Mineral Shield Broad Spectrum SPF 35 by SkinMedica has been evaluated by Million Marker and contains ingredients with known health concerns. This product is rated STOP, indicating higher concern.

We recommend avoiding STOP-rated products and seeking safer alternatives from our GO or SLOW categories.

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