Best face sunscreen on Reddit

275 reviews from r/Skincare_Addiction, r/SkincareAddiction, r/adultingph and 25 more subreddits

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#1

La Roche-Posay

4.9
(21)
"It's light, doesn't leave a white cast, doesn't sting my sensitive skin."
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"It's pricey but feels nice to apply and doesn't cause any irritation."
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"Look at the brand La Roche Posay."
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"My favorite however is La Roche Posay Anthelios."
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"Surprised how no one has mentioned La Roche Posay Anthelios UVMune 400 Invisible fluid SPF 50."
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"LRP anthelios is great."
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"La roche posay, Dr. brandts, md solar science."
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"I love La Roche Posay sunscreens."
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"If you can find an authentic source, please try La Roche Posay!"
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"La Roche Posay had some great light weight ones."
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#2

EltaMD

4.9
(19)
"Such a nice consistency and there is both tinted and untinted."
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"I use Elta MD UV Daily 40 SPF. Sinks in quick, not greasy."
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"EltaMD tinted mineral sunscreen 41 spf."
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"I’m a big fan of EltaMD products. They protect well and work for all types of skin."
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"They protect well and work for all types of skin."
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"Elta MD!"
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"Elta MD"
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"Elta MD and the Summer Fridays mineral sunscreen are my favs!"
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"Elta md sunscreen."
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"Elta MD UV physical if you are acne prone."
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#3

Biore

4.9
(18)
"For my daily driver, I use biore watery"
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"I have very oily and acne prone skin din and so far ito yung mga nag work sakin: biore watery essence."
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"I loveeeee biore UV! doesn’t leave white cast & feels like moisturizer!"
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"BioreUV, Jumiso, Goodal."
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"Biore Watery Essence!"
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"This works great."
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"Biore for me. Di ako nagbreakouts and di din naging oily skin ko after."
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"Light and loose, parang tubig."
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"Biore watery essence. Perfect sya sa mga oily skin type."
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"Biore watery essence (500-ish) and luxe organix (350) both have no weird sunscreen smell."
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#4

Supergoop

4.6
(18)
"Super goop"
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"Supergoop Unseen Sunscreen."
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"Supergoop tinted mineral sunscreen spf 44."
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"A Sephora associate recommended the Supergoop Unseen Sunscreen."
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"Supergoop."
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"I like to use Supergoop, it's one of the few that doesn't break me out or irritate my eyes."
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"Supergoop unseen sunscreen is the only one that doesn't break me out."
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"Supergoop unseen sunscreen It's like a blurry smoothing primer."
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"Unseen sunscreen by supergoop has worked so well for my skin!!"
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"Supergoop Unseen, or Paulas Choice Daily Light Wrinkle Defense. I love them both!"
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#5

Beauty of Joseon

5.0
(11)
"I use Beauty of Joseon rice sunscreen and I have never broken out from it!"
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"The beauty of joseon sunscreen works amazing on my skin."
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"Makes a very thin smooth spf 50 that I like a lot."
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"Beauty of Joseon. American SPF is terrible."
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"Beauty of Joseon, feels like a moisturizer."
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"Beauty of joseon. Their website ships to the U.S. too if you don’t live in Asia."
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"The Beauty of Joseon sunscreen is my holy grail."
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"Best of the Best of the Best!"
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"Beauty of Joseon, Isntree Hyaluronic Acid Sun Cream."
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"Beauty of Joseon! On my 3rd going to 4th bottle na."
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#6

Neutrogena

4.4
(12)
"Neutrogena Hydroboost SPF 50"
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"Super lightweight and doesn’t feel slimy on your skin later!"
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"I’ve been enjoying the Neutrogena Ultra Sheer Moisturizing Sunscreen for my face."
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"Neutrogena"
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"I use all neutrogena ones. I'm vampire pale and they work for me."
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"Helps my skin feel hydrated. Doesn't burn or anything."
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"I actually liked using the Neutrogena Ultra Sheer sunscreen serum. It is 60 SPF and truly lightweight."
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"Try neutrogena ultra sheer dry touch."
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"+1 for neutrogena. They have a specific "clear face" one."
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"The Neutrogena is good at not causing a rash."
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#7

Eucerin

4.6
(9)
"I have sensitive, fair skin and start the day with Banana Boat sport ultra spf 50 and reapply with Eucerin Age Defense spf 50."
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"I’ve used Eucerin Daily Protection as my daily moisturizer for years."
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"Eucerin Daily Protection Face Lotion & Sunscreen"
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"I’m in love with the new Eucerin Sensitive Mineral 50 spf."
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"Eucerin oil control hands down."
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"It's non fragranced, hypoallergenic and Free dyes, parabens, PABA, phthalates, oxybenzone and octinoxate."
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"For a non pilling sunscreen that’s also a good moisturizer try Eucerin Advanced hydration spf 50."
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"In the euro, the best i found is Eucerin oil control sun gel dry touch."
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"Have been using the sunscreens from Eucerin for the longest time."
#8

Shiseido

4.8
(8)
"I use Shiseido’s Anessa Perfect UV Sunscreen Skincare Milk."
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"I really like the Shiseido Urban Environment line."
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"It’s lightweight and non-greasy. Also no white cast and works well under makeup."
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"It’s very light, not heavy or greasy like other sunscreens."
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"Try Shiseido urban environment oil free UV protector."
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"If you can afford it shisedo urban environment is awesome."
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"I’ve been using shiseido sunscreen for about 6 months with no issues."
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"Shiseido SPF Mist 50."
#9

Elta MD

5.0
(7)
"Elta MD Clear"
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"Elta MD. Goes on smooth and makeup glides on over it without piling."
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"Elta MD, innisfree"
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"Elta MD."
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"Elta MD."
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"Elta md!! It’s the best ever!"
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"I always recommend Elta MD sunscreen."
#10

CeraVe

4.3
(8)
"Cerave is my fav brand with 30 spf."
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"My favorite is the Cerave Ultra Light spf 30."
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"The Cerave one doesn’t burn or break me out but it’s quite thick."
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"It just feels like lotion to me."
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"I use Cerave AM SPF 30 at the moment. It’s pretty cheap."
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"Cerave has some water-resistant options, and so does Sunbum."
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"I have oily dehydrated skin and I use Cerave 30spf for daily wear."
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"It has hyalauronic acid and absorbs into the skin pretty well."
#11

Skin Aqua

4.7
(6)
"Skin Aqua UV super moisture Gel. Matte-finish."
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"Skin Aqua Milk, BioreUV, Jumiso, Goodal."
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"My faves are Skin Aqua UV super moisture essence, ultraviolette supreme screen, beauty of joseon relief sun w/ rice + probiotics."
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"SKIN AQUA UV Super Moisture Milk SPF50+ PA++++."
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"Skin Aqua Barrier essence. It’s Japanese."
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"Lightweight, fragrance free, dries down to skinlike finish."
#12

Nivea

4.5
(6)
"Nivea Water Gel or Biore Aqua Rich."
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"Nivea Japan Super Water Gel."
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"I really like the Nivea Sun Sensitive SPF 50 (small bottle for the face, no fragrance)!"
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"I like the nivia matte effect one or anti shine whatever it’s called that seems good."
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"SPF 50, nice texture, mattifying, available from Woolies or coles when you run out."
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"Nivea UV Face Shine Control SPF 50."
#13

Supergoop!

4.8
(5)
"Absorbs quick, makeup applies nicely after, no white cast or greasiness."
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"It’s really light and I feel like my skin can breathe."
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"Supergoop, trader joe's supergoop dupe, beauty of joseon rice and probiotic sunscreen, and biore uv aqua rich are all great."
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"They have SO many in their line."
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"If you liked the Supergoop unseen sunscreen then check out the dupe such as Trader Joe’s daily sunscreen."
#14

Paula's Choice

4.6
(5)
"Paula’s choice youth extending"
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"Paula's Choice!"
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"I love it! It is the only sunscreen I have used that doesn't break me out."
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"A bit higher of a price point!"
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"I've been using paula's choice forever and I really like it."
#15

Blue Lizard

4.6
(5)
"Blue Lizard sheer facial sunscreen"
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"Blue lizard all day everyday."
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"Blue lizard."
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"Blue lizard with a foundation brush!"
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"Blue lizard."
#16

Pipette

4.2
(5)
"We use pipette, thinkbaby, or blue lizard mineral stick."
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"Pipette mineral sunscreen has been great for both my toddler’s and my sensitive skin."
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"Pipette makes a gentle mineral-based baby sunscreen."
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"When I need to be serious about sunscreen I use Pipette's baby sunscreen."
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"What about Pipette SPF? It’s the one I currently use."
#17

Isntree

5.0
(4)
"Inistree hylaronic acid watery sun gem is my holy grail."
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"Isntree watery sun gel spf 50."
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"Isntree suncream (gel type or cream type). Very light."
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"I also really like Isntree HA watery sun gel."
#18

Anessa

4.8
(4)
"Anessa. They do sale minsan sa Lazada :)"
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"Anessa"
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"Anessa sun milk is amazing."
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"I plan to switch to Anessa Perfect UV Sunscreen Milk."
#19

Trader Joe's

4.8
(4)
"Both for price and how it feels on my face."
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"I like trader joe's daily facial sunscreen."
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"Trader Joe’s Daily Facial Sunscreen doesn’t irritate my eyes."
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"My exczema likes the trader joes sunscreen"
#20

COSRX

4.5
(4)
"I have been using Cosrx Aloe Soothing sun cream for years now."
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"I use cosrx aloe soothin sunscreen!"
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"It’s been really nice!"
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"Good luck with cosrx 50 sunscreen."
#21

Ultra Violette

4.5
(4)
"I really like Ultra Violette Lean screen which is spf 50 & mattifying."
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"I personally use ultra violette spf and I have the kind of skin that reacts to everything."
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"Is a nice one"
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"Ultra Violette Zinc one is pretty matifying!! I use that when I go on hikes."
#22

Australian Gold

4.5
(4)
"It is very water resistant and stays in place."
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"Australian gold botanical spf 50 matte."
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"Australian gold in fair is my favorite so far."
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"Australian Gold tinted!"
#23

Skinceuticals

4.7
(3)
"My favorite sunscreens are from skinceuticals, Colorscience, elta md."
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"Skinceuticals"
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"Gives me a tiny bit of white cast."
#24

e.l.f.

4.7
(3)
"I'm also a huge fan of the elf tinted sunscreen."
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"It has NO white cast."
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"The madara Spf (mineral, no white cast on me."
#25

Avene

4.3
(3)
"The Avene one didn't contain octisalate."
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"Its not matte, but much better than the Cream."
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"I am very sensitive and have used both Avene and LaRoche."
#26

Sun Bum

4.3
(3)
"I found a great SPF70 from the Sun bum line."
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"Have you tried mineral sunscreens? I find they stay on better and are also a bit easier on my skin. Sunbum is a common brand that makes them."
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"Sun Bum sunscreen! Best sunscreen I've used."
#27

Innisfree

4.3
(3)
"Innisfree"
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"Both are very light."
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"Innisfree."
#28

Bondi Sands

4.0
(3)
"Look for Bondi Sands. Good stuff, non scented and nicely moisturizing."
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"Bondi sands has a new sweat proof one in a blue bottle."
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"Bondi Sands fragrance free is great."
#29

Cetaphil

4.0
(3)
"The cetaphil sheer mineral sunscreen spf 50 is a good option too."
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"Cetaphil."
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"Runner up is Cetaphil redness reducing spf20 tinted."
#30

Colorscience

5.0
(2)
"My favorite sunscreens are from skinceuticals, Colorscience, elta md."
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"Colorscience Sunforgettable is my go-to."
#31

Benton

5.0
(2)
"Benton Air fit UV defense Sun Cream."
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"Lightweight texture, has soothing and calming down properties, no white cast, absorbs in seconds!"
#32

Asian Beauty

5.0
(2)
"Any Asian beauty sunscreens."
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"Most Asian beauty sunscreens are going to be more comfortable than US ones."
#33

Black Girl Sunscreen

4.5
(2)
"Black Girl Sunscreen is a great option you can grab at some stores."
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"I like the kids version of black girl sunscreen. It’s not as oily."
#34

Frezyderm

4.5
(2)
"Frezyderm!! Approved din ng derma ko."
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"Frezyderm. Meron sa shopee and other derma clinic."
#35

Face Republic

4.5
(2)
"SPF 50 PA++++ at walang white cast at medyo gel type."
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"I'm oily and acne prone skin and face republic purity sun essence works for me."
#36

Cotz

4.5
(2)
"Cotz is very hydrating! I have VERY dry skin & it gives a beautiful glow."
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"Cotz, available at Ulta/ Amazon if you are in the US."
#37

CVS

4.5
(2)
"I’ve been using the CVS brand clear zinc SPF 50 for over a year now."
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"I've heard that the Walgreens and CVS dupes for EltaMD are excellent."
#38

Neogen

4.5
(2)
"Neogen Day-Light Protection Airy Sunscreen."
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"I’ve been using the Neogen one and like it so far."
#39

Kiehl's

4.5
(2)
"I love kiehls. One bottle has lasted me forever."
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"If you have a Kiehl’s store near you, they’re happy to give free samples."
#40

Belo

4.0
(2)
"Belo or kung may budget frezyderm 💖"
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"I really like Belo."
#41

Hello Bello

4.0
(2)
"Hello bello!"
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"Hello Bello is definitely more protection but much thicker."
#42

The Ordinary

4.0
(2)
"I like The Ordinary’s."
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"I like The Ordinary’s."
#43

Green People

4.0
(2)
"The only one that has worked for me is the Green People mineral unscented."
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"I use Green People around my eyes."
#44

numbuz:in

4.0
(2)
"It took the redness out of my cheeks but didn't leave me looking corpse-like."
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"Might work for you."
#45

Epic Protection

5.0
(1)
"I can’t recommend it enough. https://freshpickinsfarm.com/collections/best-sellers/products/epic-protection-spf-balm-stick"
#46

Isntree Water Hyaluronic

5.0
(1)
"Isntree water hyaluronic is my go to."
#47

Babyganics

5.0
(1)
"We found a stick sunscreen called "babyganics.""
#48

Blue Lizard Stick

5.0
(1)
"We like the Blue lizard stick."
#49

Banana Boat Light as Air

5.0
(1)
"Light as air banana boat. Neutrogena Beach Defense."
#50

Habit Spray Sunscreen

5.0
(1)
"This stuff works great for me."
#51

Tocobo Sun Stick

5.0
(1)
"I use Tocobo Sun Stick, hindi naman sticky."
#52

Mecca Save Face Oxy Free

5.0
(1)
"It works well under my make up."
#53

Coola Sun Drops

5.0
(1)
"I have 3: coola sun drops."
#54

Ulta UV Clear Broad Spectrum SPF 46

5.0
(1)
"Look no further my acne prone skinned friend : Ulta UV Clear Broad spectrum spf 46 - oil free."
#55

Baby Bum Zinc Oxide

5.0
(1)
"Baby bum zinc oxide"
#56

BOBS

5.0
(1)
"It brushes on like a powder so it doesn't move anywhere and it works great!"
#57

Babo Botanicals Baby Skin Mineral Sunscreen

5.0
(1)
"We use Babo Botanicals, Baby Skin Mineral Sunscreen."
#58

Neogen Airy Sunscreen

5.0
(1)
"I'm currently loving Neogen Dermatology Airy Sunscreen."
#59

RiRe

5.0
(1)
"Disappears on me."
#60

JM Luminous Marine Pearl Sun Spray

5.0
(1)
"I like this k beauty spray sunscreen called JM luminous marine luminous pearl sun spray on Amazon."
#61

La Roche-Posay Anthelios

5.0
(1)
"La Roche Anthelios"
#62

Australian Sunscreens

5.0
(1)
"I would look into Australian sunscreens."
#63

Laura Mercier Tinted Moisturizer

5.0
(1)
"I love Laura Mercier’s tinted moisturizer."
#64

Invisible Zinc

5.0
(1)
"But never been burnt and acts as a barrier lotion as well."
#65

duft&doft

5.0
(1)
"I really like the duft&doft Uv perfection multi base. It’s spf 50 and feels like it."
#66

Glossier

5.0
(1)
"I love Glossier's sunscreen. It's a gel and smells like bananas."
#67

ETUDE

5.0
(1)
"This is the one i’ve been using for a month and i loveeeee it."
#68

Altruit

4.0
(1)
"Altruit 50 or Uriage Bariere Sun 50 (the yellow one)."
#69

Aloe Up

4.0
(1)
"Aloe Up 50 SPF sport."
#70

Ambi

4.0
(1)
"Ambi facial moisturizer with sunscreen."
#71

Aveeno

4.0
(1)
"Aveno SPF 15 daily moisturizer with soy."
#72

Thinkbaby

4.0
(1)
"Avoid the forehead/eye area."
#73

Mineral SPF

4.0
(1)
"I’ve had good luck with mineral spf filters so far."
#74

Paediprotect

4.0
(1)
"Paediprotect Meeressonnencreme"
#75

Missha

4.0
(1)
"The Missha flash-up SPF50 is really nice."
#76

The Body Shop

4.0
(1)
"It doesn't annoy my sensitive skin."
#77

Good Molecules

4.0
(1)
"Good molecule mineral sunscreen! it’s very watery so mix it hands first then apply to your face."
#78

Elta

4.0
(1)
"I used to use Elta but switched to a mineral sunscreen."
#79

Laura Mercier

4.0
(1)
"How about Laura mercier tinted moisturizer? It’s lovely"
#80

Banana Boat

4.0
(1)
"The most comfortable body sunscreen I’ve tried is Banana Boat light as air sunscreen."
#81

Cerave

4.0
(1)
"Cerave Am moisturizing lotion with sunscreen."

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