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Clinique

Superdefense City Block Cream SPF 50 Daily Energy + Face Protector 40ml

£30

£22.50

£5.63 per 10ml

Free standard delivery over £60

Product code: T237397F

Energizing, go-anywhere formula that provides SPF, and works to defend and awaken skin, plus leaves skin hydrated. Sheer, weightless, quick absorbing. Wear well with makeup. Non-comedogenic. Provides SPF protection from UV rays with a blend of mineral and chemical sunscreen ingredients. Sheer, weightless, formula with a hint of tint preps for makeup. Quick-absorbing, hydrating, oil-free formula with hyaluronic acid and wheat protein. The story behind superdefense city block daily energy + face protector spf 50. Did you know up to 90% of visible aging is caused by UV rays? Defend and awaken skin with Super defense city block daily energy + face protector SPF50. Prime and energize skin with this daily SPF protector, while safeguarding it from the sun that can lead to visible signs of aging. Sheer, weightless, oil-free formula quickly absorbs while prepping skin for makeup.

Product details

More information

How to Use: Apply each morning as the last step in facial treatment prior to makeup application. Spread over entire face

A blend of mineral and chemical sunscreen ingredients such as titanium dioxide, zinc oxide, and homosalate, provide protection against UV rays. Formulated with hyaluronic acid and wheat protein. A hint of tint preps for makeup application

Product Size: 40 ml

Hypoallergenic: Yes

Fragrance Free: Yes

Dermatologically Tested: Yes

Product Texture: Cream

SPF 50 and above

Features

Dermatologically tested

Hypoallergenic

Suitable for all skin types

Ingredients

Octinoxate 5.0%, titanium dioxide 3.2%, zinc oxide 3.6%ingredients: water\aqua\eau, dimethicone, butyloctyl salicylate, isononyl isononanoate, neopentyl glycol diheptanoate, lauryl peg-9 polydimethylsiloxyethyl dimethicone, butylene glycol, polydecene, polyhydroxystearic acid, ethylhexyl methoxycrylene, hydrated silica, dimethicone/vinyl dimethicone crosspolymer, trimethylsiloxysilicate, hydrolyzed wheat protein/pvp crosspolymer, hydroxyapatite, cetyl peg/ppg-10/1 dimethicone, dimethicone/peg-10/15 crosspolymer, sodium rna, quaternium-90 bentonite, sodium hyaluronate, dimethicone crosspolymer-3, styrene/acrylates copolymer, sodium chloride, caprylyl glycol, peg-8 laurate, propylene carbonate, silica, tocopherol, sodium citrate, disodium edta, bht, phenoxyethanol, potassium sorbate, iron oxides (ci 77491), iron oxides (ci 77492) ILN47235.

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Delivery

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Free. We are currently experiencing longer delivery lead times.

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£5.99. We are currently experiencing longer delivery lead times.

Collection

Collect from store

Store collection is free on all fashion, home and beauty orders.

Returns

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Free

Exclusions apply

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Reviews (172)

3.6

33% Recommended this product

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19 November 2025Taggle 57
Verified Purchase

Excellent product

Yes, I recommend this

I've used this product for years I wear as a primer under my bare minerals loose powder I also wear it alone when am on holiday

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Excellent

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Excellent

09 October 2025Lollyer
Verified Purchase

A great daily protection for your face.

Yes, I recommend this

This is my 2nd tube and now part of my daily routine all year round. You only need a thin layer on top of your usual moisturiser before make up or without.

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Excellent

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Excellent

05 October 2025cantstopshopping1
Verified Purchase

Love it

Love it, this is my go to, goes in great and is also a perfect primer for my make up.

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Excellent

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Excellent

23 September 2025TrollyDolly001
Verified Purchase

City block superdefense: protection in a tube

Yes, I recommend this

I love this citydefense superblock. It's from Clinique and is super easy and light to apply. It's lightly tinted so I can see where I'm putting it: particularly without my specs 👓 on. And it really protects my face and neck I feel, from all that the day can throw. I regularly go without bb cream or foundation for that reason and I get a natural glow with just lippie or lip protection stick 😀

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Excellent

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Excellent

19 September 2025cleveryummy

Please bring back old SPF40 City Block

Originally posted on Clinique UK

I used to use Clinique City Block SPF40 (green package). I loved it. However Clinique withdraw it few years ago. I've tried City Block Sheer, OK but too weak coverage. I didn't have choice to buy Superdefence City Block alternatively. First of all I don't like orange hue. The most annoying thing is my skin irritate when I use Superdefence. I have eczema on face. Once start using Superdefence, it flares up. After that I suffers few days itching and flake off when I use Superdefence. Old City Block SPF40 was brilliant. I don't know why Clinique withdraw such a brilliant product. Please consider to bring back old formula.

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17 September 2025summer72
Verified Purchase

Excellent SPF

Yes, I recommend this

I have used this for more than a decade on many visits to Australia. Despite having fair skin I have never burned or even turned pink! It is fine for day wear without foundation on top. Very comfortable around my delicate eye area. Tube fits easily into my handbag.

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Excellent

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05 June 2025SMW

The Best in the Market

Originally posted on Clinique UK

This is simply the best product on the market. It's sheer easily absorbed and gives me the confidence to know my face is fully protected

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02 June 2025AliM

Excellent spf face protector

Originally posted on Clinique UK

This is my favourite spf for the face. It goes on smoothly, make-up is easy to apply over it and, unlike other brands I have tried, it doesn't make me look too shiny. I definitely recommend.

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26 May 2025Val 275

My everyday sun protection.

Originally posted on Clinique UK

I started using this product 2 weeks ago and I am never going to use any other sun protection. I mix it with my (lighter) daily moisturizer (pea size for each product) and it works wonders. It does give you a bit of colour (very subtle) but doesn't leave any residue and it's great for protection against sun rays. I use it as well when I go for my sun beds and haven't experienced any irritation, or anything else that would indicate allergic reaction. I really recommend it. I have dry to combination skin and have perimenopausal skin, too. No shiny skin whatsoever during the day.

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20 April 2025Nic

Love This!

Originally posted on Clinique UK

Fantastic product! If like me you have struggled to find sun protection for your face that doesn't cause irritation to your sensitive eye area, this is for you! Finally I have found a high spf for peace of mind that I can apply to my eye lids and under eye area. Lesson learned - guidance instructs this product being the final step in your morning skincare routine. If you have combination skin (as I do) or oily skin I would recommend only using the lightest application of your moisturiser, let that sink in a few mins before applying the city block to avoid looking too 'shiny'. It works a treat and leaves no residue. Thank you Clinique!

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19 April 2025Mrs J

My go to

Originally posted on Clinique UK

I live near the sea front. Walk it at least once a week. I use this as a sun block but also as a tinted moisturiser. It's tinted so it gives me a decent "glow' no matter the weather.

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07 March 2025maz75

gives my skin glow and smoothness

Originally posted on Clinique UK

the first time I used it I thought it was a bit oily, but the cream soon absorbs and can take another layer, if necessary. I only need apply touches of serum concealer as I find make-up only highlights lines and dry areas. this is my most favourite sun protecting cream - and also, no scent to irritate me. just the best for me.

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18 February 2025Mp63
Verified Purchase

My go too City Block 50.

Yes, I recommend this

The city block 50 is perfect on its own or as a primer under foundation. It leaves a protective coating on the skin and is suitable for rosacea sufferers.

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Excellent

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Excellent

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01 January 2025Mrs F

Love this product!!

Originally posted on Clinique UK

I love this product, I use it everyday over the top of my moisturiser. It has enough tinted coverage for me that I don't need to wear any foundation, it also leaves an amazing dewy glow. I've had so many compliments from people about my skin since using this product. I use many of Clinique products, and this is now one of my favourites!!

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09 October 2024Hyacynth

I don't look my age :)

Originally posted on Clinique UK

I love this version of City Bloc I have used Clinique items for 50 years!! City Bloc has been a key product, and I have always worn it regardless of the weather. Applied every morning whether there were plans to go out or not. Carried it with me to top up If I did go out. Like many I was used to the chalky finish of the old version and was shocked at the new development I was sure that because it seemed oilier my foundation would float around on top. But the oiliness dissipates into the skin very quickly. I use fine a smear of serum all over my face then a couple of minutes later the City Bloc. It noticeably softens my skin where the old one didn't really. I used to have to apply moisturiser underneath now I don't have to bother.

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11 September 2024Sew serendipitous
Verified Purchase

Not for Me!

No, I don't recommend this

Smells and feels like sunscreen. Thick greasy texture, I personally would not wear this under makeup. I will only use this product when I am on holiday ie high sun exposure. I would not buy it again as I am looking for a lighter high factor spf for my face. I do have oily skin it might feel better on a different skin type.

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Average

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Average

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17 August 2024Deirdre55
Verified Purchase

Not for me. Too rich and claggy.

My optician told me that I needed a sunscreen so I tried Clinique. I'm in my 60s and have a dry skin but it was too rich for me.

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08 August 2024Lou1s3
Verified Purchase

Great product

Yes, I recommend this

Great product. Not greasy on my skin like other spf face creams

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Excellent

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Excellent

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Excellent

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26 July 2024Suzie k

Does the job.

Originally posted on Clinique UK

I have always had a problem with sunblock on my face as it's been too oily...causing my skin to break out in spots. This one is the only one I have tried that doesn't have that effect. It does smell like sunblock..I don't think there's any way around that..but its not too strong a smell. Just an initial scent.

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25 July 2024Suzie k

Does the job.

Originally posted on clinique.co.uk

Yes, I recommend this

I have always had a problem with sunblock on my face as it's been too oily...causing my skin to break out in spots. This one is the only one I have tried that doesn't have that effect. It does smell like sunblock..I don't think there's any way around that..but its not too strong a smell. Just an initial scent.

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22 November 2025

We appreciate your feedback, Suzie k and that you are loving the results of the Superdefense City Block SPF 50 Daily Energy + Face Protector!

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