Is there a perfect sunblock for wearing under makeup? I think we now have two! The timing is right for this posting, since most of us are spending more time outside for summer. Both offer UVA and UVB protection.
La Roche-Posay's Anthelios 60 Ultra Light Sunscreen Fluid is billed as a sunblock for normal to combination skin. I have dry skin and find that, with a moisturizer boost over the top, it works for me too. This sunscreen does what it says: provides up to five hours of sun protection without making you feel greasy or like you have weights on your skin. The sleek packaging is functional - just "shake" the bottle to mix the ultra-light fluid, which instantly melts into your skin and leaves a matte finish. Perfect under foundation for a day at the pool or beach and no clogged pores! The active ingredients are avobenzone, homosalate, octisalate, octocrylene, and oxybenzone. A must-have for summer. You can buy this new sunscreen at CVS online or in stores for $27.50.
My second pick is Clarins UV Plus with an SPF of 40. The Clarins product also has a wonderfully light texture and leaves skin smooth and matte. Pricier than the Anthelios 60 product, it may suit those who want an 8% titanium dioxide mineral-based block. There is a little "ball" or something inside the bottle to help you mix the product while shaking before use. I have used this sunscreen for years and can attest to its effectiveness. It does not irritate my "reactive" skin. The price is $42.00. You can find the Clarins product at Sephora or at department stores.
The only downside to these sunblocks is that the containers are small. For daily use, you will be purchasing them often!
Photos courtesy of Sephora and CVS.
My second pick is Clarins UV Plus with an SPF of 40. The Clarins product also has a wonderfully light texture and leaves skin smooth and matte. Pricier than the Anthelios 60 product, it may suit those who want an 8% titanium dioxide mineral-based block. There is a little "ball" or something inside the bottle to help you mix the product while shaking before use. I have used this sunscreen for years and can attest to its effectiveness. It does not irritate my "reactive" skin. The price is $42.00. You can find the Clarins product at Sephora or at department stores.
The only downside to these sunblocks is that the containers are small. For daily use, you will be purchasing them often!
Photos courtesy of Sephora and CVS.
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