Help give your skin superior protection from the sun with Neutrogena Beach Defense Face and Body Sunscreen Stick with Broad Spectrum SPF 50+. Ideal for active families, this beach-strength, broad spectrum sunscreen is clinically proven to help defend against the signs of sun damage and may decrease the risk of skin cancer caused by the sun when used as directed. Featuring an oxybenzone-free formula with Helioplex Technology, this SPF 50+ sunscreen stick offers superior broad-spectrum protection from skin-aging UVA rays and skin-burning UVB rays. Great for on-the-go, the unique travel sunscreen stick glides on easily for convenient, hands free, no-mess application and forms a breathable barrier to help defend against the sun at the beach. This sunscreen stick for face and body is specially formulated to be lightweight, PABA-free, and water-resistant for up to 80 minutes and comes from the #1 dermatologist-recommended suncare brand.
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Apply liberally and evenly 15 minutes before sun exposure. Ensure complete coverage to the area above the lip, nose, and tops of ears. Reapply: after 80 minutes of swimming or sweating. Immediately after towel drying. At least every 2 hours. Sun Protection Measures: Spending time in the sun increases your risk of skin cancer and early skin aging. To decrease this risk, regularly use a sunscreen with a Broad Spectrum SPF value of 15 or higher and other sun protection measures including: limit time in the sun, especially from 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. Wear long-sleeved shirts, pants, hats, and sunglasses. After use, twists stick down prior to capping to ensure complete closure.
Children Under 6 Months of Age
Ask a doctor.
Other information
Protect this product from excessive heat and direct sun. May stain some fabrics. Protect from freezing.
Estimated ship dimensions: 4.252 inches length x 2.2047 inches width x 2.6772 inches height
Estimated ship weight: 0.1764 pounds
This item cannot be shipped to the following locations: Guam (see also separate entry under GU), American Samoa (see also separate entry under AS), Northern Mariana Islands, APO/FPO, Virgin Islands, U.S., United States Minor Outlying Islands
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Q: Have read through this entire page and, strangely, have found nothing indicating if this is scented or scent-free???
submitted by Target Customer - 2 years ago
A: The closest approximation to its fragrance I can think of is vanilla. It's not exactly that but close. It's also rather strong and the scent still lingers after application.
submitted byTarget Customer - 2 years ago
A: Hi there! This product does contain fragrance. We hope this helps!
submitted byJohnson & Johnson - 2 years ago
Brand expert
Q: Does this apply/glide on the skin easily? Is it white, or clear, upon application?
submitted by emmy - 5 years ago
A: It glides on easily because, even though it's advertised as oil-free, whatever they used in its place is very greasy feeling. Therefore, although it glides on super easy, you will be left with a super greasy feeling on your screen. It's also very difficult to clean off afterwards... it takes me 2 rounds of strong scrubbing with soap and very hot water to get it off afterwards. It is a faint white immediately upon application which quickly disappears as long as there's no hair involved. Any of it that sticks to hair stays white. For example, if a male with even a little facial stubble uses this on his face, the white sticks to the stubble and stays that way unless you spend a minute or two vigorously rubbing it in. And that's not an exaggeration, it won't disappear off stubble with just a few seconds of rubbing; it really does take some time.
submitted byTarget Customer - 2 years ago
A: Thanks for your questions, emmy! all of our sunscreens are designed to be easy to apply and absorb into the skin without leaving any colored residue behind.
submitted byJohnson & Johnson - 5 years ago
Brand expert
Q: Is this reef friendly?
submitted by LizB - 4 years ago
A: Hey LizB! Our highest priority is the safety and quality of our products without sacrificing efficacy, so you can use them with peace of mind. That said, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) requires that all claims in advertising be truthful and not misleading. There is no credible evidence to substantiate that certain sunscreens are ‘reef safe’ and others are not. We hope you have a great day!
I have been using this sunscreen for a couple of years now and absolutely love it. I mainly use it on my face because the stick application is so easy. I always hated getting sticky greasy sunscreen on my hands, and this stick application is a life saver.
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Neutrogena beach defense
5 out of 5 stars
- 2 months ago
originally posted on neutrogena.com
It’s small enough to fit in a purse and reapply to your face.
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NO MESS = BEST OF THE BEST!
5 out of 5 stars
Amanda - 4 months ago, Verified purchaser
I absolutely love this product and make sure that I keep one in each bag of mine! Not only is it super easy to apply ( no mess! ) , the super lightweight and compact design allows me to carry it around with me almost anywhere and at all times!
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Great Features!
5 out of 5 stars
tinn - 4 months ago
originally posted on mycareclubrewards.com
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I bought this product from a local small convenient store. It was super easy to apply on skin. The texture was not greasy or sticky once you put it on. Breathable and very effective in shielding the sunlight in a hot beach day for over 8 hours! The sad part was I did not see the product sold any longer locally. Wish to keep having it for future summers.
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Bad reaction to new formula
1 out of 5 stars
Would not recommend
LadyT - 4 months ago, Verified purchaser
This used to be my go to waterproof sunscreen, but aside from removing the oxybenzone, they have completely changed the formula and I ended up with a horrific allergic reaction all of my arms and legs. It was an itchy, bumpy nightmare which led me to research what happened because it never happened to me before when using this. The ingredients label in the photos and in the description are the old formula. The new one is completely different. That needs to be updated. I really hate when companies change formulas but I’m sure it has to do with the cost of goods to keep the price low. Oh well. On to find a new brand!
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USE ME
5 out of 5 stars
Kristin - 5 months ago
originally posted on neutrogena.com
Works and feels amazing, we use this on beach vacations as well as at our pool. My husband and kiddo love it, as do I!
Works great. Smells great. Greasy at first but just rub in and you’re good. So easy for little kids to put on themselves and easy for teachers to apply before going outside!
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Great for husbands who don’t want to wait to dry
5 out of 5 stars
jessicac1193 - 6 months ago
originally posted on influenster.com
This is perfect for reapplications on beach days when you’ve already been in the water and aren’t 100% dry. My husband is fair but hasn’t burned when using this.
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AMAZING!
5 out of 5 stars
kiaral39 - 6 months ago
originally posted on influenster.com
I absolutely love this sunscreen. It is holy grail for me. I love the stick form for on the go and easy reapplication. It smells great. The finish is more on the natural dewy side, which I prefer. Affordable price point as well. Please don’t ever stop this one Neutrogena!
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Love
5 out of 5 stars
stacyr79 - 6 months ago
originally posted on influenster.com
This sunscreen line by Neutrogena is the best. I love the beach  defense!! It is not greasy and does not feel like you have anything on.
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Good
4 out of 5 stars
brunac52 - 6 months ago
originally posted on influenster.com
Bought it for myself and bought one for my mom too. We two agree it’s good. We don’t need to worry about speeding it on face because it’s doesn’t give you that white layer
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Recommend
5 out of 5 stars
lilyefitz - 7 months ago
originally posted on influenster.com
I love how gentle this sunscreen is on the skin, while giving the ultimate skin protection. I highly recommend this sunscreen!
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Works well
5 out of 5 stars
Would recommend
CDO - 7 months ago, Verified purchaser
My teenage sons used this all summer and no sunburns! It’s especially easy to use on the face and did not seem to cause any skin irritation or worsening of acne.
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Most convenient sunscreen
5 out of 5 stars
Euni - 8 months ago
originally posted on mycareclubrewards.com
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] With the stick format, I could reapply sunscreen anytime and anywhere. So convenient
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Great for Re-Application
5 out of 5 stars
Would recommend
Jenny - 9 months ago, Verified purchaser
I keep this in my purse when I need to reapply on the go. Kept me burn free at an amusement park when I re-applied over Neutrogena Beach Defense SPF 70 lotion. I didn’t even tan, which surprised me. Goes on clear, no white cast/residue, and has a pleasant smell. People say it’s greasy, but left my skin glowing and soft.
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My favorite
5 out of 5 stars
biancadebrito1 - 9 months ago
originally posted on influenster.com
To be honest, this is the best sunscreen stick I’ve ever used so far! It is my favorite, specially if you’re using it on kids! It is easy to spread over the body and it is clear.
It was very greasy, leaving my kids’ skin with a very high-gloss sheen. Remember the crab from the Moana movie that wants to be SHINY? He’d love this stuff. My daughter really likes the smell.
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So good so cheap
5 out of 5 stars
marisahpr - 9 months ago
originally posted on influenster.com
This is my family's default sunscreen stick. It's a little glossy (in fact I have been known to use it as a dewy highlight/second layer of sun protection) but not pore clogging. It doesn't smell weird. Great sun protection.
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Easy application
4 out of 5 stars
Suntanned - 9 months ago
originally posted on mycareclubrewards.com
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] It’s so quick and easy to apply sunscreen using this stick and my hands don’t get dirty.