Detox While You Deflect UV Rays? Bioderma’s New Launch Says ‘Absolutely’

By Zoe Zeng on 07 May 2025

Sunscreen season? Here in Singapore, that’s all year round — which is why my ears perked up instantly when I heard Bioderma just dropped a game-changer that already has the beauty crowd buzzing! (Plus, they’ve got the coolest sunscreen pop-up event coming up next week, complete with discounts and our fave thing ever: freebies! Make sure to read till the end to get all the deets.)

Say bonjour to Photoderm XDEFENSE Ultra-Fluid SPF50+, the latest from the cult French skincare brand that’s leading the way in the sun care game. Apparently, it acts like a bouncer at a VIP party, blocking every kind of skin stressor you can think of (UVA, UVB, Blue Light, Infrared, pollution).

Why The Bioderma Photoderm XDEFENSE Ultra- Fluid SPF50+ Is My New Holy Grail

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Now here’s the thing: I test so many sunscreens on the regular, my face basically has a frequent flyer program. Most are meh… Some are great. But this one? Bioderma’s Photoderm XDEFENSE Ultra-Fluid SPF50+? It's basically a sun shield in a bottle!

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🪞Why it’s living rent-free on my vanity: ✨

No white cast. No pilling. No tragic SPF flashback in selfies!
Texture-wise, think your fave watery serum. It sinks in fast, glides on like a second skin, and has a breathable, silky finish that feels more like skincare than sun care.
Detox mode: ON. Thanks to ectoin and mannitol, it kicks out skin stressors and boosts that lit-from-within glow.
Sensitive skin? Bioderma has gotchu. It’s made with biomimetic ingredients and a chill pH, so it vibes with even the fussiest faces.
No nasties inside: zero alcohol, parabens, silicones, or microplastics.

I wore it through cold and crowded MRT commutes, humid lunch runs, full glam days and late nights, all without it flaking, sliding, sweating off, or breaking me out. So yes, I’m so buying a backup.

And judging by the rave reviews from our GirlStyle Singapore readers who tried it too, I’m not the only one who’s kinda obsessed.

Stay tuned, we’ve got their honest thoughts coming up next*. 👇

GirlStyle Readers Try Out The Bioderma Photoderm XDEFENSE Ultra- Fluid SPF50+

Across the board, reviewers raved about the Bioderma Photoderm XDEFENSE Ultra- Fluid SPF50+’s lightweight, watery texture that sinks in fast, with zero white cast. It’s been called “silky,” “hydrating,” and “completely weightless”, with many saying it feels like nothing on the skin. It suits all skin types (yes, even sensitive), with no irritation, breakouts, or pilling under makeup.

The velvety finish and lit-from-within glow got shoutouts too — one user dubbed it their “OG sunscreen,” while another said it held up “flawlessly in the heat.” Bonus points for the detox effect — several readers noticed their skin looked “fresher” and “more radiant” after just a few uses.

Bioderma x Watsons Ngee Ann City Launchpad Event

The sun’s out, and so are all the perks! Come down to Bioderma’s Launchpad Event and play with their newest sunscreen, score juicy discounts, and snag exclusive gifts while you're at it.

Date: 12 – 18 May
Time: 11am – 8pm
Location: Watsons at Ngee Ann City, 391 Orchard Rd, #B2-06/07/08/09/10

Sweet deals to watch out for:
🛍 Shoppers get to take 20% off 1 product, 30% off 2 products!
💸 Spend $60 nett & get an extra $5 off.
🎁 Spend $100 nett & score a chic Bioderma mirror plus an adorable macramé sunscreen holder.
🧡 Be one of the first 10 daily to spend $70 nett** & walk away with a goodie bag worth $120 — no joke!
🌞 Buying the new Photoderm XDefense? You get to unlock on-site keyring customisation, because your sunscreen deserves a stylish sidekick.

✨ GirlStyle Exclusive ✨

Psst… this is just for you, GirlStyle Singapore readers! Bag a fabulous bejewelled Sensibio H2O 100ml, all yours on top of all the other promos! (Limited to one per reader, while stocks last.)

Photo from Bioderma

Ready to meet your new favourite sunscreen? You can shop the Bioderma Photoderm XDEFENSE Ultra- Fluid SPF50+ at Watsons, Guardian, Shopee Mall and LazMall retailing at $46.90 (40ml). Find out more here.