Vital Defense Moisturizer + SPF 32
Broad-spectrum SPF 32 protection in the same gentle, dermatologist-developed formula — daily defense for skin that reacts to everything.
Broad-spectrum SPF 32 protection
Hydrates while it protects
Calms (safe post-procedure)
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Built for skin that reacts to everything.
You've heard "gentle" before — and it still stung. Vital Defense is formulated without the most common reactive triggers (essential oils, fragrance, allergenic preservatives) while still delivering broad-spectrum, dermatologist-developed protection.
Everything your skin needs. Nothing it doesn't.
Niacinamide
Calms visible redness
Squalane
Softens without greasiness
Glycerin
Locks in lasting hydration
Sustainable Algae Wax
Nourishes the skin barrier
Calaguala Fern
Soothes reactive skin
CRx SkinRenew Actives
Supports visible repair
Full Ingredients
Water,Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride,Polyglyceryl-3 Stearate,Cetearyl Alcohol,Glyceryl Caprylate,Niacinamide,Hydrolyzed Tomato Skin,Citric Acid,Sodium Benzoate,Potassium Sorbate,C13-15 Alkane,Glycerin,Calaguala Fern Extract,Acetyl Glucosamine,Arginine Levulinate,Arginine Anisate,Avena Sativa (Oat) Kernel Extract,Squalane,Glyceryl Laurate,1,2-Hexanediol,1,3-Butylene Glycol,Larix Sibirica Wood Extract,Chrysanthellum Indicum Extract,Rheum Palmatum Root/Stalk Extract,Papaver Rhoeas Flower Extract,Oak Root Extract,Polygonum Hydropiper Extract,Illicium Verum (Anise) Fruit Extract,Corydalis Turtschaninovii Root Extract,Coptis Japonica Root Extract,Magnolia Officinalis Bark Extract,Tisochrysis Lutea Wax,Squalene,Stearyl Glycyrrhetinate,Sodium PCA,Myristyl Alcohol,Vitis Vinifera (Grape) Seed Oil,Xanthan Gum,Ferulic Acid
How to use
Apply generously as the last step of your morning routine, after moisturizer. Reapply every 2 hours during extended sun exposure.
Complete the routine
Why Vital Defense
| Vital Defense | Typical "sensitive" products | |
|---|---|---|
| Fragrance-free | ✓ | ✕ |
| No essential oils | ✓ | ✕ |
| No allergenic preservatives | ✓ | ✕ |
| Clinically meaningful actives | ✓ | ✕ |
| SAFE standard | ✓ | ✕ |
Questions, answered
Vital Defense is formulated without common reactive triggers like essential oils, fragrance, and allergenic preservatives, making it a gentle option for reactive skin types including rosacea and melasma. As always, patch test first and check with your dermatologist if you have specific concerns.
Vital Defense is formulated to avoid the most common triggers that cause stinging on reactive skin. Everyone's skin is different, so we always recommend a patch test before full application.
Vital Defense is designed to be gentle enough for post-procedure skin. Always follow your provider's specific aftercare instructions first.
As with any skincare product, we recommend reviewing the full ingredient list with your doctor if you're pregnant or nursing.
Many people notice visible improvements in redness and texture within a few weeks of consistent use, both morning and night.