Best face sunscreen on Reddit
278 reviews from r/Skincare_Addiction, r/SkincareAddiction, r/adultingph and 26 more subreddits
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#1
La Roche-Posay
4.9
(22)
"It's light, doesn't leave a white cast, doesn't sting my sensitive skin."
"It's pricey but feels nice to apply and doesn't cause any irritation."
"Look at the brand La Roche Posay."
"My favorite however is La Roche Posay Anthelios."
"Surprised how no one has mentioned La Roche Posay Anthelios UVMune 400 Invisible fluid SPF 50."
"LRP anthelios is great."
"La roche posay, Dr. brandts, md solar science."
"I love La Roche Posay sunscreens."
"If you can find an authentic source, please try La Roche Posay!"
"La Roche Posay had some great light weight ones."
#2
Supergoop
4.6
(21)
"You should look into a powder sunscreen! Super goop has a lot of options."
"Super goop"
"Supergoop Unseen Sunscreen."
"Supergoop tinted mineral sunscreen spf 44."
"Super goop! Its even tinted so it doesn’t leave the white look."
"A Sephora associate recommended the Supergoop Unseen Sunscreen."
"Supergoop."
"I like to use Supergoop, it's one of the few that doesn't break me out or irritate my eyes."
"Supergoop unseen sunscreen is the only one that doesn't break me out."
"Supergoop unseen sunscreen It's like a blurry smoothing primer."
#3
EltaMD
4.9
(19)
"Such a nice consistency and there is both tinted and untinted."
"I use Elta MD UV Daily 40 SPF. Sinks in quick, not greasy."
"EltaMD tinted mineral sunscreen 41 spf."
"I’m a big fan of EltaMD products. They protect well and work for all types of skin."
"They protect well and work for all types of skin."
"Elta MD!"
"Elta MD"
"Elta MD and the Summer Fridays mineral sunscreen are my favs!"
"Elta md sunscreen."
"Elta MD UV physical if you are acne prone."
#4
Biore
4.9
(17)
"For my daily driver, I use biore watery"
"I have very oily and acne prone skin din and so far ito yung mga nag work sakin: biore watery essence."
"I loveeeee biore UV! doesn’t leave white cast & feels like moisturizer!"
"BioreUV, Jumiso, Goodal."
"Biore Watery Essence!"
"This works great."
"Biore for me. Di ako nagbreakouts and di din naging oily skin ko after."
"Light and loose, parang tubig."
"Biore watery essence. Perfect sya sa mga oily skin type."
"Biore watery essence (500-ish) and luxe organix (350) both have no weird sunscreen smell."
#5
Beauty of Joseon
5.0
(13)
"Beauty of Joseon Relief Sun Aqua Fresh SPF 50. SO good. Very light texture. Absorbs really well."
"For me my holy grail is Beauty of Joseon. Not oily, clean ingredients and high spf."
"I use Beauty of Joseon rice sunscreen and I have never broken out from it!"
"The beauty of joseon sunscreen works amazing on my skin."
"Makes a very thin smooth spf 50 that I like a lot."
"Beauty of Joseon. American SPF is terrible."
"Beauty of Joseon, feels like a moisturizer."
"Beauty of joseon. Their website ships to the U.S. too if you don’t live in Asia."
"The Beauty of Joseon sunscreen is my holy grail."
"Best of the Best of the Best!"
#6
Neutrogena
4.5
(11)
"Neutrogena Hydroboost SPF 50"
"Super lightweight and doesn’t feel slimy on your skin later!"
"I’ve been enjoying the Neutrogena Ultra Sheer Moisturizing Sunscreen for my face."
"Neutrogena"
"I use all neutrogena ones. I'm vampire pale and they work for me."
"Helps my skin feel hydrated. Doesn't burn or anything."
"I actually liked using the Neutrogena Ultra Sheer sunscreen serum. It is 60 SPF and truly lightweight."
"Try neutrogena ultra sheer dry touch."
"+1 for neutrogena. They have a specific "clear face" one."
"The Neutrogena is good at not causing a rash."
#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."
"I’ve used Eucerin Daily Protection as my daily moisturizer for years."
"Eucerin Daily Protection Face Lotion & Sunscreen"
"I’m in love with the new Eucerin Sensitive Mineral 50 spf."
"Eucerin oil control hands down."
"It's non fragranced, hypoallergenic and Free dyes, parabens, PABA, phthalates, oxybenzone and octinoxate."
"For a non pilling sunscreen that’s also a good moisturizer try Eucerin Advanced hydration spf 50."
"In the euro, the best i found is Eucerin oil control sun gel dry touch."
"Have been using the sunscreens from Eucerin for the longest time."
#8
Shiseido
4.7
(7)
"I use Shiseido’s Anessa Perfect UV Sunscreen Skincare Milk."
"I really like the Shiseido Urban Environment line."
"It’s lightweight and non-greasy. Also no white cast and works well under makeup."
"It’s very light, not heavy or greasy like other sunscreens."
"If you can afford it shisedo urban environment is awesome."
"I’ve been using shiseido sunscreen for about 6 months with no issues."
"Shiseido SPF Mist 50."
#9
CeraVe
4.3
(7)
"Cerave is my fav brand with 30 spf."
"My favorite is the Cerave Ultra Light spf 30."
"The Cerave one doesn’t burn or break me out but it’s quite thick."
"It just feels like lotion to me."
"Cerave has some water-resistant options, and so does Sunbum."
"I have oily dehydrated skin and I use Cerave 30spf for daily wear."
"It has hyalauronic acid and absorbs into the skin pretty well."
#10
Elta MD
5.0
(6)
"Elta MD Clear"
"Elta MD. Goes on smooth and makeup glides on over it without piling."
"Elta MD, innisfree"
"Elta MD."
"Elta MD."
"Elta md!! It’s the best ever!"
#11
Supergoop!
4.8
(5)
"Absorbs quick, makeup applies nicely after, no white cast or greasiness."
"It’s really light and I feel like my skin can breathe."
"Supergoop, trader joe's supergoop dupe, beauty of joseon rice and probiotic sunscreen, and biore uv aqua rich are all great."
"They have SO many in their line."
"If you liked the Supergoop unseen sunscreen then check out the dupe such as Trader Joe’s daily sunscreen."
#12
Paula's Choice
4.6
(5)
"Paula’s choice youth extending"
"Paula's Choice!"
"I love it! It is the only sunscreen I have used that doesn't break me out."
"A bit higher of a price point!"
"I've been using paula's choice forever and I really like it."
#13
Blue Lizard
4.6
(5)
"Blue Lizard sheer facial sunscreen"
"Blue lizard all day everyday."
"Blue lizard."
"Blue lizard with a foundation brush!"
"Blue lizard."
#14
Sun Bum
4.4
(5)
"Sun bum glow 30 has been my go to!"
"I found a great SPF70 from the Sun bum line."
"I use sun bum baby roll on."
"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."
"Sun Bum sunscreen! Best sunscreen I've used."
#15
Pipette
4.2
(5)
"We use pipette, thinkbaby, or blue lizard mineral stick."
"Pipette mineral sunscreen has been great for both my toddler’s and my sensitive skin."
"Pipette makes a gentle mineral-based baby sunscreen."
"When I need to be serious about sunscreen I use Pipette's baby sunscreen."
"What about Pipette SPF? It’s the one I currently use."
#16
Isntree
5.0
(4)
"Inistree hylaronic acid watery sun gem is my holy grail."
"Isntree watery sun gel spf 50."
"Isntree suncream (gel type or cream type). Very light."
"I also really like Isntree HA watery sun gel."
#17
Anessa
4.8
(4)
"Anessa. They do sale minsan sa Lazada :)"
"Anessa"
"Anessa sun milk is amazing."
"I plan to switch to Anessa Perfect UV Sunscreen Milk."
#18
Trader Joe's
4.8
(4)
"Both for price and how it feels on my face."
"I like trader joe's daily facial sunscreen."
"Trader Joe’s Daily Facial Sunscreen doesn’t irritate my eyes."
"Trader joes"
#19
Skin Aqua
4.8
(4)
"Skin Aqua UV super moisture Gel. Matte-finish."
"Skin Aqua Milk, BioreUV, Jumiso, Goodal."
"My faves are Skin Aqua UV super moisture essence, ultraviolette supreme screen, beauty of joseon relief sun w/ rice + probiotics."
"Lightweight, fragrance free, dries down to skinlike finish."
#20
COSRX
4.5
(4)
"I have been using Cosrx Aloe Soothing sun cream for years now."
"I use cosrx aloe soothin sunscreen!"
"It’s been really nice!"
"Good luck with cosrx 50 sunscreen."
#21
Ultra Violette
4.5
(4)
"I really like Ultra Violette Lean screen which is spf 50 & mattifying."
"I personally use ultra violette spf and I have the kind of skin that reacts to everything."
"Is a nice one"
"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."
"Australian gold botanical spf 50 matte."
"Australian gold in fair is my favorite so far."
"Australian Gold tinted!"
#23
Skinceuticals
4.7
(3)
"My favorite sunscreens are from skinceuticals, Colorscience, elta md."
"Skinceuticals"
"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."
"It has NO white cast."
"The madara Spf (mineral, no white cast on me."
#25
Avene
4.3
(3)
"The Avene one didn't contain octisalate."
"Its not matte, but much better than the Cream."
"I am very sensitive and have used both Avene and LaRoche."
#26
Nivea
4.3
(3)
"Nivea Japan Super Water Gel."
"SPF 50, nice texture, mattifying, available from Woolies or coles when you run out."
"Nivea UV Face Shine Control SPF 50."
#27
Innisfree
4.3
(3)
"Innisfree"
"Both are very light."
"Innisfree."
#28
Cetaphil
4.0
(3)
"The cetaphil sheer mineral sunscreen spf 50 is a good option too."
"Cetaphil."
"Runner up is Cetaphil redness reducing spf20 tinted."
#29
Bondi Sands
4.0
(3)
"Look for Bondi Sands. Good stuff, non scented and nicely moisturizing."
"Bondi sands has a new sweat proof one in a blue bottle."
"Bondi Sands fragrance free is great."
#30
Colorscience
5.0
(2)
"My favorite sunscreens are from skinceuticals, Colorscience, elta md."
"Colorscience Sunforgettable is my go-to."
#31
Asian Beauty
5.0
(2)
"Any Asian beauty sunscreens."
"Most Asian beauty sunscreens are going to be more comfortable than US ones."
#32
Benton
5.0
(2)
"Benton Air fit UV defense Sun Cream."
"Lightweight texture, has soothing and calming down properties, no white cast, absorbs in seconds!"
#33
CVS
4.5
(2)
"I’ve been using the CVS brand clear zinc SPF 50 for over a year now."
"I've heard that the Walgreens and CVS dupes for EltaMD are excellent."
#34
Face Republic
4.5
(2)
"SPF 50 PA++++ at walang white cast at medyo gel type."
"I'm oily and acne prone skin and face republic purity sun essence works for me."
#35
Cotz
4.5
(2)
"Cotz is very hydrating! I have VERY dry skin & it gives a beautiful glow."
"Cotz, available at Ulta/ Amazon if you are in the US."
#36
Frezyderm
4.5
(2)
"Frezyderm!! Approved din ng derma ko."
"Frezyderm. Meron sa shopee and other derma clinic."
#37
Neogen
4.5
(2)
"Neogen Day-Light Protection Airy Sunscreen."
"I’ve been using the Neogen one and like it so far."
#38
Black Girl Sunscreen
4.5
(2)
"Black Girl Sunscreen is a great option you can grab at some stores."
"I like the kids version of black girl sunscreen. It’s not as oily."
#39
Kiehl's
4.5
(2)
"I love kiehls. One bottle has lasted me forever."
"If you have a Kiehl’s store near you, they’re happy to give free samples."
#40
Hello Bello
4.0
(2)
"Hello bello!"
"Hello Bello is definitely more protection but much thicker."
#41
The Ordinary
4.0
(2)
"I like The Ordinary’s."
"I like The Ordinary’s."
#42
Belo
4.0
(2)
"Belo or kung may budget frezyderm 💖"
"I really like Belo."
#43
Green People
4.0
(2)
"The only one that has worked for me is the Green People mineral unscented."
"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."
"Might work for you."
#45
Australian Sunscreens
5.0
(1)
"I would look into Australian sunscreens."
#46
NYTimes
5.0
(1)
"Here was their list. [New York Times Wirecutter Facial Sunscreen]"
#47
Zinc Oxide Sunscreen
5.0
(1)
"The only sunscreen I can use is zinc oxide! It works wonders on sensitive skin like mine."
#48
Ulta
5.0
(1)
"Look no further my acne prone skinned friend : Ulta UV Clear Broad spectrum spf 46 - oil free."
#49
Good Molecule
5.0
(1)
"I second Good Molecule."
#50
Laura Mercier Tinted Moisturizer
5.0
(1)
"I love Laura Mercier’s tinted moisturizer."
#51
Sunbutter
5.0
(1)
"Sunbutter!"
#52
BOBS
5.0
(1)
"It brushes on like a powder so it doesn't move anywhere and it works great!"
#53
RiRe
5.0
(1)
"Disappears on me."
#54
Zinc Based Sunscreen
5.0
(1)
"Anything zinc based is the way to go. Stays on despite being in the water for an extended period."
#55
Supergoop Unseen Sunscreen
5.0
(1)
"Supergoop *unseen* sunscreen is the only one I’ll use."
#56
Biorè Aqua Rich
5.0
(1)
"I love the Bioree Aqua rich."
#57
Biorè
5.0
(1)
"The one famous Japanese one is really good, I think it’s called Biorè."
#58
Neutrogena Spray Sunscreen
5.0
(1)
"Neutrogena spray sunscreen."
#59
Brush On Block
5.0
(1)
"I like Brush On Block."
#60
PUR Tinted Sunscreen
5.0
(1)
"I got the PUR tinted sunscreen in a beauty subscription."
#61
Dermalogica SPF 30 Tinted Primer
5.0
(1)
"I love dermalogica spf 30 tinted primer."
#62
Mineral SPF
4.0
(1)
"I’ve had good luck with mineral spf filters so far."
#63
Iwhite
4.0
(1)
"Iwhite works for me (pawisin face) and also the sun gel of hello glow."
#64
Ladival
4.0
(1)
"I quite like their face and body sunscreen, they're pretty much the same, I use the body one on the face."
#65
Fairyskin
4.0
(1)
"I switched from belo to fairyskin sunscreen. It does the job plus very affordable."
#66
ISDIN
4.0
(1)
"I use ISDIN but any mineral sunscreen without added tint or other chemicals works well."
#67
Altruit
4.0
(1)
"Altruit 50 or Uriage Bariere Sun 50 (the yellow one)."
#68
Aloe Up
4.0
(1)
"Aloe Up 50 SPF sport."
#69
Ambi
4.0
(1)
"Ambi facial moisturizer with sunscreen."
#70
Aveeno
4.0
(1)
"Aveno SPF 15 daily moisturizer with soy."
#71
L'Oreal
4.0
(1)
"First, and least expensive is L'Oreal's Age Perfect Moisturizer with SPF 30. Nice texture, plays well with makeup and absorbs well."
#72
Neutrogena Baby Mineral Sunscreen
4.0
(1)
"My go to has actually been baby mineral sunscreen."
#73
Elta
4.0
(1)
"I used to use Elta but switched to a mineral sunscreen."
#74
Banana Boat
4.0
(1)
"The most comfortable body sunscreen I’ve tried is Banana Boat light as air sunscreen."
#75
Fairy Skin
4.0
(1)
"Any thoughts on Fairy Skin Premium Brightening Sunscreen?"
#76
Erobian BB Cream
4.0
(1)
"Personally I use Erobian's BB cream every day, in Clair."
#77
Supergoop Tinted Mineral
4.0
(1)
"Supergoop's tinted mineral or Cotz tinted primer, both are comparable."
#78
e.l.f. Suntouchable
4.0
(1)
"I’m liking the elf suntouchable one."
#79
Eucerin Oil Control SPF 50+
4.0
(1)
"Eucerin Oil Control SPF50+ sounds appropriate for you."
#80
QuickFX Tinted Sunscreen
4.0
(1)
"I used QuickFX tinted sunscreen."
#81
La Roche-Posay Anthelios Gentle Lotion Mineral Sunscreen
4.0
(1)
"It's designed for sensitive skin types."
#82
Badger Facial Sunscreen
3.0
(1)
"I recently bought badger facial to test out bc I wanted something a little thinner."
#83
Baby Sunscreen
3.0
(1)
"Baby sunscreens can have stronger white casts."
#84
Armada Sunscreen
3.0
(1)
"Armada though pricey siya."
#85
Sun Bum Sunscreen
3.0
(1)
"Sun bum looks cool but i haven't tried it yet."
#86
Avobenzone
2.0
(1)
"Most people experience eye burning from the sunscreen filter Avobenzone."
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