Poth - Clear Gel SPF 50

Hero Ingredients: A clinically proven combination of broad-spectrum UV filters and free-radical-fighting vitamins.

UV Filters (Octocrylene 10%, Homosalate 10%, Octisalate 5%, Avobenzone 3%): A powerful blend of chemical filters that effectively absorb and dissipate both UVA and UVB rays, drastically reducing the risk of skin cancer and early skin aging.

Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid) & Vitamin E (Tocopherol): Clinical research shows that when topical Vitamins C and E are paired with broad-spectrum sunscreen, the protection against UV-induced oxidative damage is meaningfully greater than using sunscreen alone.

Full Ingredient List:
Active Ingredients: Octocrylene 10%, Homosalate 10%, Octisalate 5%, Avobenzone 3%.
Inactive Ingredients: Ascorbic Acid, Beeswax, Butyloctyl Salicylate, Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) Butter, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Dimethicone/Bis-Isobutyl PPG-20 Crosspolymer, Ethyl Vanillin, Isododecane, Jojoba Esters, Lecithin, Meadowfoam Estolide, Microcrystalline Wax, Polyhydroxystearic Acid, Silica, Tocopherol, Tridecyl Salicylate, Zinc Sulfate.

(Made in the USA with global materials. Note: Poth lists this formula as vegan, though it does contain beeswax.)

This SPF is ideal for all skin types and tones. Because it is a completely clear gel, it is specifically targeted for individuals who want zero white cast and a velvety, non-greasy finish for daily wear.

Zero White Cast: The clear gel formula blends invisibly into all skin tones.

Clinically Proven Anti-Aging: A 4.5-year randomized trial demonstrated that daily sunscreen users showed 24% less visible aging than those who applied it inconsistently.

Enhanced UV Defense: Vitamins C and E actively neutralize the free radicals that slip past UV filters.

Sport-Ready: Water and sweat-resistant for up to 80 minutes.

Step 1: Apply generously and evenly to your face and neck 15 minutes before sun exposure.

Step 2: Reapply after 80 minutes of swimming or sweating.

Step 3: Reapply immediately after towel drying.

Step 4: Reapply at least every 2 hours while exposed to the sun.

This formula utilizes chemical UV filters (Avobenzone, Octocrylene, etc.), which are highly effective but can occasionally trigger sensitivities in individuals with highly reactive skin or specific chemical sunscreen allergies. It contains a light scent profile (ethyl vanillin) specifically formulated to mask the natural, often unpleasant smell of active UV filters.

The 2nd's Recommendation: For external use only.

The skincare industry thrives on selling you a dozen different serums to reverse aging, but the medical data is entirely clear: if you aren't wearing a daily SPF, everything else you are doing is a waste of money. Poth isn't trying to sell you a gimmick here. They took the most effective, proven anti-aging step (daily broad-spectrum UV protection) and fortified it with Ascorbic Acid and Tocopherol. Medical journals confirm that combining these specific antioxidants with UV filters provides an exponentially higher defense against photoaging than SPF alone. Because it's a clear gel with a velvety finish, it completely eliminates the two main excuses people use to skip sunscreen: a chalky white cast and a greasy face. Do less. Do it well. Wear this every day.

Cocoa & Vanilla: A light, intentional scent profile designed strictly to neutralize and improve the natural, chemical smell of standard sunscreen actives.

2 oz / 60 ml

What makes Poth products special?
The magic of Poth isn't that their products are "special." It's that they don't lie to make them sound better than they are. They formulate premium products emphasizing only the active ingredients that have been heavily proven in medical journals, presented in a beautiful aesthetic.

Why did Poth add Vitamin C and E to a sunscreen?
It isn't a marketing trend; it's based on clinical data. Research proves that pairing topical Vitamin C and E with broad-spectrum UV filters provides meaningfully greater protection against UV-induced free radical damage than using sunscreen alone.

Will this leave a white cast on darker skin tones?
Absolutely not. It is a completely clear gel formula that dries down invisibly on all skin tones without any chalky residue.

Returns Policy

You may return most new, unopened items within 30 days of delivery for a full refund. We'll also pay the return shipping costs if the return is a result of our error (you received an incorrect or defective item, etc.).

You should expect to receive your refund within four weeks of giving your package to the return shipper, however, in many cases you will receive a refund more quickly. This time period includes the transit time for us to receive your return from the shipper (5 to 10 business days), the time it takes us to process your return once we receive it (3 to 5 business days), and the time it takes your bank to process our refund request (5 to 10 business days).

If you need to return an item, simply login to your account, view the order using the "Complete Orders" link under the My Account menu and click the Return Item(s) button. We'll notify you via e-mail of your refund once we've received and processed the returned item.

Shipping

We can ship to virtually any address in the world. Note that there are restrictions on some products, and some products cannot be shipped to international destinations.

When you place an order, we will estimate shipping and delivery dates for you based on the availability of your items and the shipping options you choose. Depending on the shipping provider you choose, shipping date estimates may appear on the shipping quotes page.

Please also note that the shipping rates for many items we sell are weight-based. The weight of any such item can be found on its detail page. To reflect the policies of the shipping companies we use, all weights will be rounded up to the next full pound.