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Face Reality Brilliant Defense SPF 50 Sunscreen

  • Safe for acne-prone skin
  • Moisturizing, antioxidant-rich
  • Dewy, radiant finish
  • Leaves no white cast
$42.00

2 fl oz


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  • Acne Safe

    Sunscreen lotion

  • Broad Spectrum SPF

    Protects from UVA/UVB

  • Antioxidants

    Protects & brighten

  • Acne Safe

    Moisturizes and soothes

Details

Face Reality Brilliant Defense SPF 50 Brightens & Protects

Face Reality Brilliant Defense SPF 50 is a lightweight, antioxidant-rich sunscreen created for pigment-prone skin that needs daily protection without heaviness or pore-clogging ingredients.

This multitasking formula delivers hydration, radiance, and reliable sun protection all at once. Nourishing moisturizers give the skin a healthy sheen while the antioxidant-rich BrightShield Complex works to visibly improve clarity, evenness, and overall luminosity. Whether worn alone for a fresh glow or under makeup for a smooth base, it leaves the skin looking bright and comfortably hydrated.

Who it is for: Acne-prone skin, sensitive skin, oily to combination skin, and anyone seeking a daily sunscreen with elevated brightening and calming benefits.

Why You'll Love It

  • Supports a brighter skin tone
  • Reduces visible redness and surface irritation
  • Helps clarify and strengthen the barrier
  • Delivers oil-balancing comfort throughout the day
  • Blends seamlessly with no white cast
  • Great on all skin tones

Face Reality Brilliant Defense SPF 50 delivers daily protection with skin-soothing clarity benefits you can feel from the first application.

Benefits
  • Broad spectrum SPF 50 protection for strong daily defense
  • Brightens the look of skin tone with antioxidant-rich ingredients
  • Lightweight formula that feels comfortable all day
  • Blends seamlessly with no white cast and layers well under makeup
  • Deeply hydrates and softens the skin with moisture replenishing ingredients
  • Helps promote a more even, radiant complexion with targeted brightening extracts
  • Nourishes and conditions the skin with botanicals and barrier-supporting emollients
  • Defends against environmental stressors with vitamin E and advanced antioxidants

Face Reality Brilliant Defense SPF 50 delivers protection, hydration, radiance, and clarity support in one effortless step.

How to Use
  • Apply generously to the face and neck as the final step in your morning regimen.
  • Reapply every two hours when outdoors or after swimming or sweating.
  • For daily indoor use, one application in the morning is typically sufficient.
  • Use consistently to maintain bright, clear, well-protected skin.

Face Reality Brilliant Defense SPF 50 works best when used daily as your essential morning step.

Ingredients
  • BrightShield Complex: A curated blend of phyto nutrients, antioxidants, and sodium hyaluronate that helps boost radiance while supporting smoother, well-hydrated skin.
  • Safflower Oleosomes, Sodium Hyaluronate, and Panthenol: These ingredients release moisture gradually to maintain long-lasting hydration and comfort throughout the day.
  • Octocrylene 9 percent, Homosalate 6 percent, Octisalate 5 percent, and Avobenzone 3 percent: A broad-spectrum UV filter system that helps shield and protect skin from damaging sun exposure.

Active Ingredients:

  • Octocrylene 9%
  • Homosalate 6%
  • Octisalate 5%
  • Avobenzone 3%

Other Ingredients: Water (Aqua), Carthamus Tinctorius (Safflower) Oleosomes, Glycerin, Butyloctyl Salicylate, Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer, Allantoin, Arctostaphylos Uva-Ursi Leaf Extract, Sodium Hyaluronate, Panthenol, Tocopheryl Acetate, Bisabolol, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Coco-Caprylate/Caprate, Morus Nigra Leaf Extract, Myrica Cerifera (Bayberry) Bark Extract, Bis-Dodecylhexadecyl Dimer Dilinoleate/Propanediol Copolymer, Silica, Phenoxyethanol, Lauryl Glucoside, Polyglyceryl-6 Laurate, Aminopropyl Ascorbyl Phosphate, C15-19 Alkane, C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate, Calcium Sodium Borosilicate, Ethylhexylglycerin, Diethylhexyl Syringylidenemalonate, Xanthan Gum, Myristyl Glucoside, Raspberry Ketone, Sodium Stearoyl Glutamate, Polyhydroxystearic Acid, Dimethicone, Polyglyceryl-6 Polyricinoleate, Tetrasodium Glutamate Diacetate, Dilinoleic Acid/Butanediol Copolymer, Castor Oil/IPDI Copolymer, Sodium Hydroxide, Propanediol, Butylene Glycol, Iron Oxides (CI 77491)

Ingredients may change. Please check the packaging for the most current list.

Every ingredient in Face Reality Brilliant Defense SPF 50 is selected to protect, brighten, and support clear, healthy skin.

FAQ

What are the differences between Face Reality’s four sunscreens?

  • PowerMineral SPF 50: Satin finish mineral sunscreen for acne-prone and sensitive skin. Calming and hydrating.
  • Brilliant Defense SPF 50: Tinted, dewy sunscreen that evens tone and gives light coverage.
  • Mineral Matte SPF 28: Matte mineral sunscreen for oily or breakout-prone skin. Helps control shine.
  • Daily SPF 30: Sheer, lightweight sunscreen for all skin types. Easy everyday protection.

Can I use this sunscreen under makeup?
Absolutely. It wears well under foundation, powders, and tinted moisturizers due to its soft finish and non-greasy feel.

Will it leave a white cast?
No. The formula is designed to blend seamlessly into all skin tones with a sheer, smooth finish.

Is Brilliant Defense SPF 50 good for pigmentation or uneven tone?
Yes. Brilliant Defense SPF 50 features BrightShield Complex, a blend of phyto nutrients, antioxidants, and sodium hyaluronate that targets discoloration and helps improve the look of dull, uneven skin. Combined with consistent SPF 50 protection, it is an excellent daily choice for melasma-prone skin or post-acne pigmentation.

What type of sunscreen filters does Brilliant Defense SPF 50 use?
Brilliant Defense SPF 50 uses four clinical chemical UV filters to provide broad-spectrum UVA and UVB protection. These filters work together to shield the skin from sun damage while the BrightShield Complex and hydrating agents keep the complexion radiant and comfortable.

Face Reality Brilliant Defense SPF 50 is your daily companion for clear, protected, radiant skin.

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Shipping

How much does shipping cost?

Free Shipping

Free standard shipping is available on domestic orders that meet the minimum product total shown in the site banner ($75). Shipping fees are not included in the qualifying amount.

Shipping Rates

  • USPS Ground Advantage - $10
  • UPS - Calculated at Checkout

Shipping Extras

  • Signature Confirmation available for $3.00

Do you ship on the same day?

Fast Shipping

We ship Monday to Friday, from our spa in Florida.

Same Day Shipping Deadlines

  • Monday to Friday - Order by 2 pm PST
  • Saturday, Sunday, Holidays - No Shipping

What countries do you ship to?

We currently ship to the United States.

Details

Face Reality Brilliant Defense SPF 50 Brightens & Protects

Face Reality Brilliant Defense SPF 50 is a lightweight, antioxidant-rich sunscreen created for pigment-prone skin that needs daily protection without heaviness or pore-clogging ingredients.

This multitasking formula delivers hydration, radiance, and reliable sun protection all at once. Nourishing moisturizers give the skin a healthy sheen while the antioxidant-rich BrightShield Complex works to visibly improve clarity, evenness, and overall luminosity. Whether worn alone for a fresh glow or under makeup for a smooth base, it leaves the skin looking bright and comfortably hydrated.

Who it is for: Acne-prone skin, sensitive skin, oily to combination skin, and anyone seeking a daily sunscreen with elevated brightening and calming benefits.

Why You'll Love It

  • Supports a brighter skin tone
  • Reduces visible redness and surface irritation
  • Helps clarify and strengthen the barrier
  • Delivers oil-balancing comfort throughout the day
  • Blends seamlessly with no white cast
  • Great on all skin tones

Face Reality Brilliant Defense SPF 50 delivers daily protection with skin-soothing clarity benefits you can feel from the first application.

Benefits
  • Broad spectrum SPF 50 protection for strong daily defense
  • Brightens the look of skin tone with antioxidant-rich ingredients
  • Lightweight formula that feels comfortable all day
  • Blends seamlessly with no white cast and layers well under makeup
  • Deeply hydrates and softens the skin with moisture replenishing ingredients
  • Helps promote a more even, radiant complexion with targeted brightening extracts
  • Nourishes and conditions the skin with botanicals and barrier-supporting emollients
  • Defends against environmental stressors with vitamin E and advanced antioxidants

Face Reality Brilliant Defense SPF 50 delivers protection, hydration, radiance, and clarity support in one effortless step.

How to Use
  • Apply generously to the face and neck as the final step in your morning regimen.
  • Reapply every two hours when outdoors or after swimming or sweating.
  • For daily indoor use, one application in the morning is typically sufficient.
  • Use consistently to maintain bright, clear, well-protected skin.

Face Reality Brilliant Defense SPF 50 works best when used daily as your essential morning step.

Ingredients
  • BrightShield Complex: A curated blend of phyto nutrients, antioxidants, and sodium hyaluronate that helps boost radiance while supporting smoother, well-hydrated skin.
  • Safflower Oleosomes, Sodium Hyaluronate, and Panthenol: These ingredients release moisture gradually to maintain long-lasting hydration and comfort throughout the day.
  • Octocrylene 9 percent, Homosalate 6 percent, Octisalate 5 percent, and Avobenzone 3 percent: A broad-spectrum UV filter system that helps shield and protect skin from damaging sun exposure.

Active Ingredients:

  • Octocrylene 9%
  • Homosalate 6%
  • Octisalate 5%
  • Avobenzone 3%

Other Ingredients: Water (Aqua), Carthamus Tinctorius (Safflower) Oleosomes, Glycerin, Butyloctyl Salicylate, Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer, Allantoin, Arctostaphylos Uva-Ursi Leaf Extract, Sodium Hyaluronate, Panthenol, Tocopheryl Acetate, Bisabolol, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Coco-Caprylate/Caprate, Morus Nigra Leaf Extract, Myrica Cerifera (Bayberry) Bark Extract, Bis-Dodecylhexadecyl Dimer Dilinoleate/Propanediol Copolymer, Silica, Phenoxyethanol, Lauryl Glucoside, Polyglyceryl-6 Laurate, Aminopropyl Ascorbyl Phosphate, C15-19 Alkane, C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate, Calcium Sodium Borosilicate, Ethylhexylglycerin, Diethylhexyl Syringylidenemalonate, Xanthan Gum, Myristyl Glucoside, Raspberry Ketone, Sodium Stearoyl Glutamate, Polyhydroxystearic Acid, Dimethicone, Polyglyceryl-6 Polyricinoleate, Tetrasodium Glutamate Diacetate, Dilinoleic Acid/Butanediol Copolymer, Castor Oil/IPDI Copolymer, Sodium Hydroxide, Propanediol, Butylene Glycol, Iron Oxides (CI 77491)

Ingredients may change. Please check the packaging for the most current list.

Every ingredient in Face Reality Brilliant Defense SPF 50 is selected to protect, brighten, and support clear, healthy skin.

FAQ

What are the differences between Face Reality’s four sunscreens?

  • PowerMineral SPF 50: Satin finish mineral sunscreen for acne-prone and sensitive skin. Calming and hydrating.
  • Brilliant Defense SPF 50: Tinted, dewy sunscreen that evens tone and gives light coverage.
  • Mineral Matte SPF 28: Matte mineral sunscreen for oily or breakout-prone skin. Helps control shine.
  • Daily SPF 30: Sheer, lightweight sunscreen for all skin types. Easy everyday protection.

Can I use this sunscreen under makeup?
Absolutely. It wears well under foundation, powders, and tinted moisturizers due to its soft finish and non-greasy feel.

Will it leave a white cast?
No. The formula is designed to blend seamlessly into all skin tones with a sheer, smooth finish.

Is Brilliant Defense SPF 50 good for pigmentation or uneven tone?
Yes. Brilliant Defense SPF 50 features BrightShield Complex, a blend of phyto nutrients, antioxidants, and sodium hyaluronate that targets discoloration and helps improve the look of dull, uneven skin. Combined with consistent SPF 50 protection, it is an excellent daily choice for melasma-prone skin or post-acne pigmentation.

What type of sunscreen filters does Brilliant Defense SPF 50 use?
Brilliant Defense SPF 50 uses four clinical chemical UV filters to provide broad-spectrum UVA and UVB protection. These filters work together to shield the skin from sun damage while the BrightShield Complex and hydrating agents keep the complexion radiant and comfortable.

Face Reality Brilliant Defense SPF 50 is your daily companion for clear, protected, radiant skin.