PREVAGE® City Smart Broad Spectrum SPF 50 Hydrating Shield

OUTSMART VISIBLE AGING WITH PREVAGE^® SUPERIOR ANTI-AGING TECHNOLOGY
It's in our DNA

Every day, in cities all over the world, the environment is visibly aging your skin; in fact, 80% of all signs of skin aging are due to the environment aggressors such as UV rays, pollution and smoke.¹
Recognizing the global epidemic of pollution, Elizabeth Arden introduces the first-of-its-kind invisible skin shield to combine pollution and UV protection with our DNA Enzyme Complex™ to strengthen skin. Sheer, hydrating, invisible protection to help skin look younger, longer.
WHAT IT IS

• Groundbreaking moisturizing shield formulated to keep skin looking younger and brighter
• Protect and "pollution proof" delicate skin from environmental assaults
• Contains a universal tint and optical diffusers that works well with all skin tones and makeup products.

WHAT IT DOES

• Strengthens skin's natural defenses with a DNA Enzyme Complex™ to support natural repair systems
• Protects against skin dulling pollutants with smart polymers to form an invisible skin shield
• Defends against 98% of harmful UVB rays with a Broad Spectrum SPF 50 formula containing 100% micronized titanium dioxide and zinc oxide
• Visibly improves skin's condition
• Maintains skin health. Formulated with a powerful antioxidant blend to maintain optimal skin health even in the most heavily polluted cities²
  
• Non-comedogenic, paraben free, and dermatologist tested.

WHO IS IT FOR

• Suitable for all skin types

PREVAGE^® City Smart Broad Spectrum SPF 50 Hydrating Shield
+ DNA Enzyme Complex™
+ Anti-Pollution
+ Antioxidants
Proof not Promises™

Anti-Pollution Shield Technology (Protects Against Pollution)

Forms an invisible protective barrier to help prevent harmful toxins and pollution particles from penetrating skin. 100% Mineral Broad Spectrum SPF 50 sunscreen (micronized Zinc Oxide and Titanium Dioxide) filters out UVA and UVB rays.

Anti-Pollution Complex (Defends Against Damage)

A potent, patent-pending Anti-Pollution Complex is comprised of an exclusive antioxidant blend of Idebenone, Green Tea, Thiotaine, Ferulic Acid and L-Carnosine to neutralize free radical damage caused by pollution and UV exposure, including both oxygen-based and nitrogen-based free radicals.

DNA Enzyme Complex™ (Strengthens Skin)

Helps protect against free radical damage and supports skin's natural repair process against oxidative stress. Skin's elastin and collagen matrix are protected and its natural recovery process is strengthened resulting in healthier, more resilient skin.

Full Ingredients:

Active Ingredients: Titanium Dioxide, Zinc Oxide

Inactive Ingredients: Cyclopentasiloxane,
Water/Aqua/Eau, Isododecane, Dimethicone, C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate, Isopropyl
Myristate, Pentylene Glycol, Butylene Glycol, Silica Dimethyl Silylate,
Caprylyl Methicone, Polyglyceryl-3 Polydimethylsiloxyethyl Dimethicone,
Acrylates/Polytrimethylsiloxymethacrylate Copolymer, Glycerin, Aluminum
Hydroxide, Stearic Acid, Peg-9 Polydimethylsiloxyethyl Dimethicone, Carnosine,
Acrylates/Ethylhexyl Acrylate/Dimethicone Methacrylate Copolymer, Arabidopsis
Thaliana Extract, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Caprylyl Glycol, Disodium
Edta, Ergothioneine, Ferulic Acid, Hydrogen Dimethicone, Hydroxydecyl
Ubiquinoyl Dipalmitoyl Glycerate, Lecithin, Mica, Micrococcus Lysate,
Parfum/Fragrance, Peg/Ppg-18/18 Dimethicone, Plankton Extract, Sodium Pca, Tin
Oxide, Tocopheryl Acetate, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, Alpha-Isomethyl Ionone,
Linalool, Chlorphenesin, Phenoxyethanol, Iron Oxides (Ci 77491, Ci 77492, Ci
77499), Titanium Dioxide (Ci 77891).

what is prevage® city smart spf 50, and what does it protect against?

PREVAGE® City Smart Broad Spectrum SPF 50 Hydrating Shield is a first-of-its-kind moisturizing skin shield that combines pollution and UV protection with an antioxidant DNA Enzyme Complex™ to strengthen skin. It defends against UVA and UVB rays with a Broad Spectrum SPF 50 mineral formula while forming an invisible barrier that helps "pollution proof" skin from environmental aggressors. Sheer and hydrating, it helps skin look younger and brighter and goes on as the last step of your morning routine. Explore the full PREVAGE® collection.

is it a mineral (physical) sunscreen?

Yes. PREVAGE® City Smart is a 100% mineral Broad Spectrum SPF 50 sunscreen, using micronized titanium dioxide and zinc oxide as its active ingredients to filter UVA and UVB rays at the skin's surface. It's also non-comedogenic, paraben free, and dermatologist tested.

does it leave a white cast?

PREVAGE® City Smart is formulated with a universal tint and optical diffusers designed to work well with all skin tones and makeup, which helps the mineral formula blend rather than sit as a heavy white layer. Because it uses micronized titanium dioxide and zinc oxide, applying an even, thin layer and blending well gives the most seamless finish.

does it protect against pollution and environmental aging, not just uv?

Yes. Beyond Broad Spectrum SPF 50 sun protection, City Smart forms an invisible shield with smart polymers to help keep skin-dulling pollutants from settling on skin. A patent-pending Anti-Pollution Complex of idebenone, green tea, thiotaine, ferulic acid, and L-carnosine helps neutralize free-radical damage from pollution and UV exposure, while the DNA Enzyme Complex™ supports skin's natural repair process. This matters because up to 80% of visible skin aging is linked to environmental aggressors such as UV, pollution, and smoke.¹

¹Skin aging and its treatment, L. Bauman, Journal of Pathology, 2007.

can i wear it under makeup, and where does it go in my routine?

Yes. Apply PREVAGE® City Smart evenly to face and neck as the last step of your morning skincare routine, after your serum and moisturizer and before makeup. Its universal tint and optical diffusers are designed to work well with makeup, so it layers smoothly as a base. Use a generous, even layer to get the labeled SPF 50 protection.

how often should i reapply for sun protection?

For continued sun protection, reapply at least every two hours, and more often after sweating, swimming, or towel drying, in line with general sunscreen guidance from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration.¹ Reapplication matters most during extended time outdoors, and daily SPF works best alongside other sun-safe habits like seeking shade and wearing protective clothing.

¹See the FDA's sunscreen guidance at fda.gov.

is a moisturizer or shield with spf enough on its own?

PREVAGE® City Smart is both a hydrating shield and a Broad Spectrum SPF 50 sunscreen, so for most daily routines it can serve as your final moisturizing and sun-protection step. To get the labeled SPF 50 protection, apply a generous, even layer and reapply at least every two hours during sun exposure. If your skin is very dry, you can layer it over your usual moisturizer. Browse more sun protection in the sun care collection.