Sunscreen you'll forget you're wearing
Sun Defense Serum Sunscreen SPF 50
Most sunscreens go unworn because they feel like paste and look like chalk. This one is a serum. It disappears in seconds, leaves zero white cast on any skin tone, and blocks UVA, UVB, blue light and infrared while it fades dark spots.
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FULL SPECTRUM
One layer against the whole sky
SPF only tells you about one kind of ray. This serum is rated SPF 50 and PA++++, and it covers what those numbers leave out.
UVB, the burner
The rays behind sunburn and surface damage. SPF 50 filters about 98% of them.
UVA, the ager
Drives tanning, wrinkles and pigmentation, even through glass. PA++++ is the highest grade of UVA protection.
Blue light
The glow from your phone and laptop. On Indian skin it can deepen dark spots over time.
Infrared, the heat
Warmth that stresses skin and speeds up early ageing. Most sunscreens ignore it entirely.
WHAT'S INSIDE
Protection that also repairs
Blocking new damage is half the job. These four actives work on the spots and dryness you already have.
Melazero
Targets existing pigmentation, so spot-fading happens in the same step as protection.
Niacinamide
Calms skin, refines the look of pores and evens tone with daily use.
Vitamin E
Antioxidant support that helps skin recover from the exposure it takes every day.
Hyaluronic Acid
Pulls in moisture so skin stays comfortable and plump under the sun.
THE TEXTURE
Invisible on every skin tone
White cast is the reason most sunscreen bottles sit unfinished. This formula is a true serum: watery, weightless and completely clear once it settles. Under makeup, over moisturiser, on bare skin. Nobody can tell it is there, including you.
- ✓Zero white cast on any skin tone
- ✓No grease, no shine by noon
- ✓Non-comedogenic, will not clog pores
- ✓Sits cleanly under makeup
- ✓No parabens, silicones or fragrance
Your routine
Follow the sun
Sunscreen works by the clock, not by the bottle. Three moments a day keep the shield up.
Apply
Two finger lengths for face and neck, as the last step of your morning routine. Wait a minute before makeup.
Reapply
Before you step out for lunch. The serum texture layers cleanly, even over makeup.
Top up
One more layer if you are still outdoors. UVA stays strong right up to sunset.
FROM 31 REVIEWS
Rated by people who wear it every day
Average across 31 verified customer reviews
Ratings and quotes from verified Judge.me reviews on cielskincare.com, July 2026.
Doesn't clog pores at all. Perfect for daily use.
Amit KumarPair brightening cream great.
Ooria SinghTexture watery strong protection.
Jayant ChopraNot heavy, no clogging. Works well under makeup.
Gaurav Sharma
Never skip a sunny day
A weightless SPF 50 PA++++ serum that shields against UVA, UVB, blue light and infrared, while Melazero and Niacinamide fade dark spots. Invisible on all skin tones, comfortable under makeup, gentle enough for every day. Formulated by the dermatologists at Clinic Dermatech.
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- PETA-certified vegan
- Formulated by Clinic Dermatech
Before you buy
Will it leave a white cast on my skin tone?
No. It is a clear serum, not a cream. It settles invisibly on all Indian skin tones, on bare skin and under makeup. That is the whole point of the formula.
How much should I apply?
Two finger lengths for your face and neck. Applying less than that cuts the real protection well below the SPF on the label, which is where most people go wrong.
Do I need sunscreen indoors?
If you sit near a window or in front of a screen, yes. UVA passes through glass and drives tanning and pigmentation, and screens add blue light on top. This serum covers both.
Will it break me out or feel greasy?
It is non-comedogenic and free from silicones, parabens and fragrance. The texture is watery and absorbs in seconds, so oily and acne-prone skin can wear it daily without shine or clogged pores.
How often should I reapply?
Every 3 to 4 hours when you are outdoors, and sooner if you sweat heavily or towel off. Indoors near a window, a morning layer and one midday top-up usually cover the day.
Your skin remembers every unprotected hour
Dark spots are far easier to prevent than to fade. One weightless layer every morning is the entire habit.
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What the Press Says
Skin Saviour - A clean, homegrown brand, CIEL uses safe ingredients that work in tandem to target specific concerns.
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