SkinCeuticals Physical Fusion UV Defense SPF 50

100% mineral actives

6% titanium dioxide and 5% zinc oxide provide broad-spectrum UVA and UVB protection with no chemical filters.

Sheer universal color

Translucent color spheres even out the look of skin tone and adapt to most skin tones without a white cast.

Water resistant for 40 minutes

A lightweight fluid that holds through 40 minutes of swimming or sweating and sits well under makeup.

Artemia salina

A plankton extract SkinCeuticals includes to help boost skin's natural defenses against UV and heat-related stress.

Key benefits

• Provides broad-spectrum SPF 50 protection from 100% mineral filters
• Evens the look of skin tone with a sheer universal tint
• Leaves a soft, radiant finish with a touch of coverage
• Blends on most skin tones without a white cast
• Stays on through 40 minutes of swimming or sweating
• Helps boost skin's natural defenses against environmental stress

Step 1

Shake well, then apply liberally to the face, neck and chest 15 minutes before sun exposure, as the last step of your morning routine and before makeup.

Step 2

Reapply after 40 minutes of swimming or sweating, immediately after towel drying, and at least every two hours.

Step 3

Use every morning, alone or under makeup. Available in 50 ml.

Tolerance note

SkinCeuticals recommends Physical Fusion for normal, combination, dry and sensitive skin and describes the formula as non-irritating, non-comedogenic and free of parabens, fragrance and alcohol. The tint is sheer and universal, so very fair or very deep skin tones may see a slight shift in tone. For children under six months of age, ask a doctor before use.

Active ingredients

Titanium Dioxide 6%, Zinc Oxide 5%.

Key ingredients

• Zinc Oxide 5% (Z-Cote): A microfine mineral sunscreen filter that provides broad-spectrum protection from UVA and UVB rays without leaving a white residue.
• Titanium Dioxide 6%: A microfine mineral filter that forms a protective layer on the skin's surface to defend against UVA and UVB rays.
• Artemia Salina: A plankton extract that SkinCeuticals includes to help boost skin's natural defenses and resistance to UV and heat-related stress.
• Translucent Color Spheres: Color-infused technology, based on iron oxides, that provides a sheer universal tint to enhance and even the look of skin tone.

Inactive ingredients

Water, Dimethicone, Isododecane, C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate, Undecane, Triethylhexanoin, Isohexadecane, Nylon-12, Caprylyl Methicone, Butyloctyl Salicylate, Phenethyl Benzoate, Styrene/Acrylates Copolymer, Silica, Tridecane, Dicaprylyl Carbonate, Dicaprylyl Ether, Talc, Dimethicone/PEG-10/15 Crosspolymer, Aluminum Stearate, Pentylene Glycol, PEG-9 Polydimethylsiloxyethyl Dimethicone, Alumina, Polyhydroxystearic Acid, Phenoxyethanol, Magnesium Sulfate, Caprylyl Glycol, CI 77491, CI 77492, CI 77499 / Iron Oxides, PEG-8 Laurate, Disteardimonium Hectorite, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, Tocopherol, Propylene Carbonate, Artemia Extract, Benzoic Acid, PEG-9, Disodium Stearoyl Glutamate, Aluminum Hydroxide.

Ingredient lists can change. Refer to the product packaging for the most current list.

What is SkinCeuticals Physical Fusion UV Defense SPF 50?

It is a tinted, broad-spectrum SPF 50 sunscreen fluid for the face, neck and chest. Its only UV filters are minerals, 6% titanium dioxide and 5% zinc oxide, and translucent color spheres give a sheer tint that evens the look of skin tone and leaves a soft, radiant finish.

Is Physical Fusion UV Defense a mineral sunscreen?

Yes. Physical Fusion uses 100% mineral filters. The Drug Facts active ingredients are titanium dioxide 6% and zinc oxide 5%, and the formula contains no chemical sunscreen filters such as avobenzone or octocrylene.

Does Physical Fusion UV Defense leave a white cast?

SkinCeuticals describes it as a sheer, tinted sunscreen that adapts to most skin tones without a white cast. The tint is a single universal shade, so shake the bottle well and blend thoroughly. Very fair and very deep skin tones may notice a slight change in tone.

How do I apply Physical Fusion UV Defense SPF 50?

Shake well before use. Apply liberally to the face, neck and chest 15 minutes before sun exposure, after your serum and moisturizer and before makeup. Reapply after 40 minutes of swimming or sweating, immediately after towel drying, and at least every two hours.

Is Physical Fusion UV Defense water resistant?

Yes. Physical Fusion is water resistant for 40 minutes. It is water resistant rather than waterproof, so reapply after 40 minutes of swimming or sweating and immediately after towel drying.

Is Physical Fusion good for sensitive skin?

SkinCeuticals recommends it for normal, combination, dry and sensitive skin and describes the formula as non-irritating. It relies on mineral filters only and is non-comedogenic and free of parabens, fragrance and alcohol. If your skin is very reactive, test it on a small area first.

What is the difference between Physical Fusion and Future Mineral UV Defense?

Both are SPF 50 sunscreens with 100% mineral filters. Physical Fusion is tinted, gives a touch of coverage and is water resistant for 40 minutes. Future Mineral UV Defense is untinted with an invisible finish, has a higher zinc oxide level of 15.35% and adds 3% niacinamide.

Is SkinCrew an authorized SkinCeuticals retailer in the US?

Yes. SkinCrew is an Authorized SkinCeuticals US Retailer and sources every unit directly from SkinCeuticals, so Physical Fusion UV Defense SPF 50 arrives fresh, authentic and in current packaging, with fast US shipping.