Elta MD - UV Daily Broad-Spectrum SPF 40

EltaMD UV Daily Broad Spectrum SPF 40 combines meaningful UV protection with real hydration, so for many people it can replace the morning moisturizer rather than sit on top of it. Hyaluronic acid boosts moisture retention and helps soften the look of fine lines while transparent zinc oxide handles the sun protection.

It glides on easily, absorbs quickly, and can be worn alone or under makeup. Antioxidant protection helps combat the skin-aging free radicals associated with both ultraviolet and infrared radiation, which a filter alone does not address.

Available in tinted and untinted formulas. It is fragrance-free, paraben-free, and non-comedogenic.

1. Apply as the final step of your morning routine. If your skin is not especially dry, this can replace your moisturizer.
2. Use approximately a quarter teaspoon for the face.
3. Allow it to absorb before applying makeup.
4. Reapply every two hours of sun exposure, and after swimming or sweating.

If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, this product may be appropriate, but confirm with your obstetric provider before use.

9.0% Transparent Zinc Oxide: broad spectrum UVA and UVB protection with no white cast.

Hyaluronic Acid: increases skin smoothness and softness and helps soften the appearance of fine lines.

Antioxidants: help combat the skin-aging free radicals associated with both ultraviolet and infrared radiation.

Fragrance-Free, Paraben-Free, Non-Comedogenic Base: suitable for sensitive and congestion-prone skin.

• Broad spectrum UVA and UVB sun protection at SPF 40.
• Hyaluronic acid boosts moisture retention and softens the look of fine lines.
• Hydrating enough to replace a morning moisturizer for many skin types.
• Antioxidant protection against UV and infrared free radicals.
• Glides on easily and absorbs quickly into the skin.
• Can be worn alone or under makeup.
• Fragrance-free, paraben-free, and non-comedogenic.

The practical value of this one is step reduction. The fewer steps in a morning routine, the more reliably it gets done, and for patients with normal to slightly dry skin this genuinely covers both moisturizer and sunscreen.

Our providers recommend it for patients who describe their morning routine as too long, and for anyone whose skin is comfortable but who wants their sunscreen to add hydration rather than subtract it. If your skin is oily or acne-prone, UV Clear is the better fit; if it is very dry, keep a separate moisturizer underneath.

SPF 40 applied properly outperforms SPF 50 applied thinly, so the amount matters more than the number. You can buy this directly from us, in state or out of state. If you would like guidance first, our team is a phone call away on (650) 508-6565.