I can best describe the new Clinique Superdefense SPF 20 Daily Defense Moisturizer as a meal for the skin. Entirely reformulated with new ingredients and a gorgeous new melting, cream texture for all skin types concerned with the first signs of ageing.

It comes in Very Dry to Dry Combination (Skin Type 1 & 2) and Oily to Very Oily (Skin Type 3 & 4) formulations.

Clinique knows that 80% of skin ageing is caused by UV radiation and exposure and have therefore formulated Superdefense SPF 20 Daily Defense Moisturizer with Photosomes – the enzymes that harness the energy from UV radiation to repair damage to the skin before lines and wrinkles appear.

Barley and Wheat Germ extracts aid in barrier repair to lock in moisture and balance surface oil whilst Sea Whip Extract and Caffeine calm the skin and reduce irritation. The delicious antioxidant protection comes in the form of Vitamin E and brightening / conditioning Vitamin C.

On first contact, Clinique Superdefense SPF 20 Daily Defense Moisturizer feels quite thick and  you can’t help feeling there’s a distinct possibility that it’s going to be too rich on the skin. However, as soon as it comes into contact, it melts in and instantly disappears, leaving you feeling well hydrating but not greasy or heavily covered in product. Throughout the day, as long as your other skincare is doing its job, you should stay looking fresh, dewy and with a healthy glow as opposed to shiny and greasy.

You can use this on its own but it’s also been designed to work with the Clinique 3-Step Skincare System and is applied after your Dramatically Different Moisturising Lotion which should stress how thick this product isn’t!

I was a big fan of the old Superdefense but the new Superdefense SPF 20 Daily Defense Moisturizer is definitely a winner. I always find that after all the hundreds and thousands of products I’ve trialled for you guys over the last (almost) 3 years, that whenever my skin throws a wobbly, it’s always Clinique that’ll save it. I don’t think I can give a higher recommendation really?

So, Clinique Superdefense SPF 20 Daily Defense Moisturizer is available for £39.00 for 50ml here, direct from Clinique.