Clinique

Superdefense SPF 40 Fatigue + 1st Signs of Age Multi-Correcting Gel 50ml

Name: Clinique Superdefense SPF 40 Fatigue + 1st Signs of Age Multi-Correcting Gel 50ml
Brand: Clinique

50ml

Quick Summary

Best forNot stated by the brand

Worth notingNo fragrance listed

Key ingredientsCaffeine, Niacinamide, Ergothioneine

OverallSuperdefense SPF 40 Fatigue + 1st Signs of Age Multi-Correcting Gel is a sunscreen from Clinique built around caffeine (antioxidant), niacinamide (barrier-supporting) and ergothioneine (antioxidant). No fragrance is listed in its ingredients, but it contains drying alcohol high in the list. Its sun protection combines mineral and chemical UV filters.

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Ingredient Analysis

57 of 62 ingredients identifiedNo fragrance listedContains drying alcohol

Key ingredients

Caffeine Niacinamide Ergothioneine

Full ingredient list (62) — tap a highlighted ingredient to learn more

Water Solvent & base Generally gentle
Dimethicone Silicone emollient & smoother Generally gentle
Butylene Glycol Humectant & solvent Generally gentle
Glycerin Humectant & moisturiser Generally gentle
Alcohol Denat. Solvent & texture aid Potential irritant
Disodium Phenyl Dibenzimidazole Tetrasulfonate Sunscreen UV filters All skin types
Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate Sunscreen UV filters All skin types
Phenylbenzimidazole Sulfonic Acid Sunscreen UV filters All skin types
Propanediol Humectant & solvent All skin types
Triethanolamine pH adjuster All skin types

Show the other 52 ingredients

Trisiloxane Silicone emollient & smoother Generally gentle
Cetyl PEG/PPG-10/1 Dimethicone Silicone emollient & smoother Generally gentle
Niacinamide Barrier support & even tone Generally gentle
Daucus Carota Sativa (Carrot) Root Extract Plant extracts Generally gentle
Vaccinium Macrocarpon (Cranberry) Fruit Extract Plant extracts Generally gentle
Brassica Oleracea Gemmifera (Brussels Sprouts) Extract Plant extracts Generally gentle
Vaccinium Angustifolium (Blueberry) Fruit Extract Plant extracts Generally gentle
Brassica Oleracea Acephala (Kale) Leaf Extract Plant extracts Generally gentle
Spinacia Oleracea (Spinach) Leaf Extract Plant extracts Generally gentle
Plankton Extract Hydrating marine extracts Generally gentle
Brassica Oleracea Italica (Broccoli) Extract Plant extracts Generally gentle
Ergothioneine Antioxidant Generally gentle
Lactobacillus Ferment Conditioning ferment extracts Generally gentle
Cucumis Sativus (Cucumber) Fruit Extract Soothing botanical Generally gentle
Creatine
Adenosine Phosphate
Acetyl Carnitine HCl
Micrococcus Lysate Conditioning ferment extracts Generally gentle
Laminaria Saccharina Extract Hydrating marine extracts Generally gentle
7-Dehydrocholesterol Skin-identical lipid Generally gentle
Biosaccharide Gum-4
Hypnea Musciformis (Algae) Extract Hydrating marine extracts Generally gentle
Albizia Julibrissin Bark Extract Plant extracts Generally gentle
Sigesbeckia Orientalis (St. Paul'S Wort) Extract Plant extracts Generally gentle
Gelidiella Acerosa Extract Hydrating marine extracts Generally gentle
Caffeine Antioxidant & de-puffing Generally gentle
Sodium RNA Skin conditioning Generally gentle
Propylene Glycol Dicaprate Emollient & skin softener Generally gentle
Arabidopsis Thaliana Extract Plant extracts Generally gentle
Oryza Sativa (Rice) Bran Extract Plant extracts Generally gentle
Sea Whip Extract Plant extracts Generally gentle
Yeast Extract Conditioning ferment extracts Generally gentle
Hordeum Vulgare (Barley) Extract Plant extracts Generally gentle
Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seedcake Emollient plant oil Generally gentle
Sodium Hyaluronate Hydration & moisture retention Generally gentle
Tocopheryl Acetate Antioxidant & conditioning Generally gentle
Caprylyl Glycol Humectant & preservative booster Generally gentle
Dimethiconol Silicone emollient & smoother Generally gentle
Arginine Hydration & barrier support Generally gentle
Polyethylene Texture & smoothing agents All skin types
Trehalose Humectant & protectant Generally gentle
Pentylene Glycol Humectant & solvent All skin types
Citric Acid pH adjuster All skin types
Sodium Hydroxide pH adjuster All skin types
Capryloyl Glycine
Phytic Acid Chelator & stabiliser All skin types
Lecithin Emollient & emulsifier Generally gentle
Tetrahexyldecyl Ascorbate Antioxidant & brightening Generally gentle
Phenoxyethanol Preservative All skin types
BHT Antioxidant preservative All skin types
Mica Shimmer & colourant Generally gentle
Titanium Dioxide (CI 77891) Mineral UV filter & colourant Generally gentle

Ingredients from the Boots.com listing, checked 20 Jun 2026, in INCI order. Brands reformulate, so check the pack if you react to an ingredient. Highlighted ingredients link to our guide. Informational only — not medical advice.

Common questions

Is Clinique Superdefense SPF 40 Fatigue + 1st Signs of Age Multi-Correcting Gel fragrance-free?

Yes. No fragrance, essential oils or fragrance allergens are listed in its ingredients.

Does Clinique Superdefense SPF 40 Fatigue + 1st Signs of Age Multi-Correcting Gel contain alcohol?

Yes. Alcohol denat., a drying alcohol, is the 5th of 62 ingredients, high enough to be a main ingredient. It makes products feel light and dry quickly, but can dry out or irritate sensitive skin.

Is Clinique Superdefense SPF 40 Fatigue + 1st Signs of Age Multi-Correcting Gel safe for fungal acne?

It contains 4 ingredients that fungal-acne (Malassezia) guides usually avoid: fatty-acid esters & glycerides (tetrahexyldecyl ascorbate); ferments (lactobacillus ferment, micrococcus lysate, yeast extract). How much they matter depends on the amount and the rest of the formula. The evidence comes mainly from lab studies of yeast growth, and fungal acne needs a diagnosis from a GP or dermatologist.