Face Sunscreen reviews from Reddit
Summary
We analyzed 327 Reddit reviews across 31 subreddits and 74 posts to rank the best Face Sunscreen brands recommended by redditors, including communities like r/SkincareAddiction, r/Skincare_Addiction, r/IndianSkincareAddicts, r/30PlusSkinCare, r/adultingph. Top-rated brands include La Roche-Posay (4.8/5), EltaMD (4.9/5), Biore (4.8/5).
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Reviews327
Subreddits31
Posts74
Brands74
Products46
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#1
La Roche-Posay
4.8
(24)
"Personally my fave/go to sunscreen is LRP Anthelios for Kids."
"LRP Anthelios for Kids - it’s water resistant, spf 50."
"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."
#2
EltaMD
4.9
(23)
"EltaMD - they also have a tinted version which is great for light makeup days."
"EltaMD is what I have to use."
"Such a nice consistency and there is both tinted and untinted."
"Elta md UV daily. I have been using for years and i love it."
"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"
#3
Biore
4.8
(22)
"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."
"My favorites are Biore Aqua Rich, Isntree Hyaluronic Acid, and Beauty of Joseon."
"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."
#4
Beauty of Joseon
4.7
(21)
"Beauty by Joseon sunscreen."
"Beauty of joseon sunscreen"
"For me my holy grail is Beauty of Joseon. Not oily, clean ingredients and high spf."
"Super light, smells great, easy to put on."
"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."
#5
Supergoop
4.5
(22)
"Super goop"
"Supergoop Unseen Sunscreen."
"Supergoop tinted mineral sunscreen spf 44."
"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."
"Unseen sunscreen by supergoop has worked so well for my skin!!"
"Supergoop Unseen, or Paulas Choice Daily Light Wrinkle Defense. I love them both!"
#6
Neutrogena
4.5
(12)
"Neutrogena Ultra Sheer Dry Touch, I love this one because it doesn’t leave a white cast, it’s not thick, and it’s easy to blend in."
"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."
#7
Isntree
4.8
(9)
"I love love love Isntree hyaluronic acid watery sun gel. It’s super hydrating and no white cast at all."
"I love Isntree hyaluronic acid watery sun gel and Skin 1004 Centella Hyalu-CICA sun serum. I highly recommend and also wear these under makeup!"
"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."
"My favs are the Isntree - Hyaluronic Acid Watery Sun Gel."
"I also really like Isntree HA watery sun gel."
"Sunscreen: isntree"
"I use Isntree, Skin1004, or BoJ for my face"
#8
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."
#9
Shiseido
4.6
(8)
"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."
"Shisedo Urban Environment"
"I’ve been using shiseido sunscreen for about 6 months with no issues."
"Shiseido SPF Mist 50."
#10
Trader Joe's
4.9
(7)
"Trader Joe’s Daily Facial Sunscreen Broad Spectrum SPF 40. Non-greasy and does not burn my eyes. It's a dupe for the Super Goop, but I like the TJ's brand better!"
"I’ve got my teen boys using it too. They hate sunscreen because it’s greasy but they love TJ’s."
"For face I love Trader Joe’s sunscreen. It’s a great texture and scentless!"
"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"
#11
Skin Aqua
4.4
(7)
"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."
"Currently using Perfected, mas gusto ko pa din yung Skin Aqua."
"Skin Aqua sunscreen"
"Skin aqua spf 50"
"Lightweight, fragrance free, dries down to skinlike finish."
#12
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."
#13
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!"
#14
Paula's Choice
4.7
(6)
"I have an allergic reaction to most sun screens, itchy skin and puffy eyes, but not the Paula's Choice ones."
"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."
#15
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."
#16
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."
#17
Anessa
4.6
(5)
"Anessa. They do sale minsan sa Lazada :)"
"Anessa"
"Anessa sun milk is amazing."
"Currently using something by anessa that is maybe 60spf but sometimes I use biore which is a bit greasy."
"I plan to switch to Anessa Perfect UV Sunscreen Milk."
#18
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."
#19
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."
#20
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!"
#21
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."
#22
ISDIN
4.5
(4)
"I have very reactive skin and most facial sunscreen bothers me - Isdin does not."
"Not greasy, and it is like a primer under my foundation. I love this stuff!"
"Isdin is fantastic. It’s not tinted but layers under makeup beautifully."
"I use ISDIN but any mineral sunscreen without added tint or other chemicals works well."
#23
Skin1004
4.3
(4)
"The only one I've found that doesn't have any of those issues is Skin1004 Water-fit Sun Serum."
"Sunscreen - skin 1004 hyalu-cica"
"Love BOJ and Skin1004."
"I use Isntree, Skin1004, or BoJ for my face"
#24
Bondi Sands
4.0
(4)
"I love Bondi Sands Fragrance Free SPF 50!"
"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."
#25
Re'equil
4.0
(4)
"I use Re'equil, much cheaper"
"I'd suggest the reequil ultra matte, it's for oily skin, it's non comedogenic, water and sweat resistant, gives a matte finish"
"Try reequil ultra mate sunscreen"
"Re'equil and UV doux are my holy grail but they retail for more than ₹500."
#26
Belo
4.0
(4)
"Belo whitening sunscreen (most affordable out of all the listed)"
"I use Beló sun expert formulated w/o oxybenzone and octinoxate😉"
"Belo or kung may budget frezyderm 💖"
"I really like Belo."
#27
Colorescience
5.0
(3)
"I use Colorscience as a primer. I love it!"
"Colorscience!! It’s amazing, it comes in clear and tinted!!! I use it every day!"
"The colorescience face shield is my all time favorite sunscreen."
#28
Skinceuticals
4.7
(3)
"My favorite sunscreens are from skinceuticals, Colorscience, elta md."
"Skinceuticals"
"Gives me a tiny bit of white cast."
#29
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."
#30
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."
#31
Innisfree
4.3
(3)
"Innisfree"
"Both are very light."
"Innisfree."
#32
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."
#33
Sun Bum
4.3
(3)
"I found a great SPF70 from the Sun bum line."
"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."
#34
Kiehl's
4.3
(3)
"I love kiehls. One bottle has lasted me forever."
"Kiehl's Aqua Gel, it's also very light since it's water based"
"If you have a Kiehl’s store near you, they’re happy to give free samples."
#35
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."
#36
Minimalist
4.0
(3)
"I would recommend Minimalist's Invisible SPF 40 sunscreen. It offers a tad bit less protection but is pretty well formulated. No breakouts or whitecast despite regular use in hot and humid climate."
"Try minimalist light fluid sunscreen, it's my current fav. It's very lightweight."
"Minimalist fluid sunscreen. My brother has oily acne prone skin and this sunscreen is suiting him quite a lot."
#37
IPCA
3.7
(3)
"Many positive reviews on acne uv gel being best for oily skin"
"My go to sunscreen is acne uv gel"
"Ipca acne uv gel"
#38
UV Doux
3.3
(3)
"Go with UV Doux( leave little white cast on dusky skin types)"
"Ux doux gave is also matte but it gave me a white cast. It will suit fair skin more."
"Uv doux"
#39
DRMTLGY
5.0
(2)
"Dermtlgy is my go-to. Fragrance free and absorbs quickly."
"I really love DRMTLGY’s broad spectrum sunscreen it feels kinda nourishing on my skin."
#40
Haruharu
5.0
(2)
"I love Haruharu Black Rice. It doesn't clog my pores and it doesn't have a white cast."
"I use Haruharu Black Rice and love it. It does not have a white cast."
#41
Colorscience
5.0
(2)
"My favorite sunscreens are from skinceuticals, Colorscience, elta md."
"Colorscience Sunforgettable is my go-to."
#42
Asian Beauty
5.0
(2)
"Any Asian beauty sunscreens."
"Most Asian beauty sunscreens are going to be more comfortable than US ones."
#43
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!"
#44
Neogen
4.5
(2)
"Neogen Day-Light Protection Airy Sunscreen."
"I’ve been using the Neogen one and like it so far."
#45
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."
#46
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."
#47
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."
#48
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."
#49
TIZO
4.5
(2)
"TIZO3 tinted primer SPF40"
"Tizo"
#50
Frezyderm
4.5
(2)
"Frezyderm!! Approved din ng derma ko."
"Frezyderm. Meron sa shopee and other derma clinic."
#51
The Ordinary
4.0
(2)
"I like The Ordinary’s."
"I like The Ordinary’s."
#52
Sun Bears
4.0
(2)
"Sunscreen - Sun Bears Active Protect Milk"
"Sun bears active milk sunscreen pero hindi sya spray type."
#53
Hello Bello
4.0
(2)
"Hello bello!"
"Hello Bello is definitely more protection but much thicker."
#54
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."
#55
Banana Boat
4.0
(2)
"I’ve heard good things about the Banana Boat Light as Air sunscreen."
"The most comfortable body sunscreen I’ve tried is Banana Boat light as air sunscreen."
#56
Ekran
4.0
(2)
"Ekran is great for sensitive skin. It's gel based so she will receive a bit of hydration from the sunscreen."
"Ekran Aqua UV gel SPF 30. My derm recommended it to me."
#57
Deconstruct
3.5
(2)
"Deconstruct is good!! It's matte and doesn’t make your skin oily after a few hours."
"Deconstruct was so good for oily skin considering the price but they have changed the formulation and it's so grainy and pills horribly."
#58
Conscious Chemist
3.5
(2)
"Conscious Chemist (unwind edition) is also good. Gives a natural finish."
"The conscious chemist sunscreens are also decent."
#59
Byoma
5.0
(1)
"I love the byoma sunscreen."
#60
Vanicream
4.0
(1)
"Vanicream"
#61
Murad
4.0
(1)
"Murad"
#62
Round Lab
4.0
(1)
"Round Lab birch juice sunscreen for the face"
#63
Naked Sunday
4.0
(1)
"Naked Sunday makes some great formulas for the face, I love the cabana clear water gel."
#64
Nature Republic
4.0
(1)
"Nature Republic California Aloe fresh powdery sun stick for reapplication :)"
#65
Farmer
4.0
(1)
"Thank you farmer calming sunscreen and isdin water fusion sunscreen suits me"
#66
Bioré
4.0
(1)
"This is good for oily skin! I have been using it for more than a year now and I like it pero chemical sunscreen sya :("
#67
COOLA
4.0
(1)
"COOLA Classic Body Organic Sunscreen Spray SPF 50"
#68
Sephora
4.0
(1)
"Sephora daily mineral sunscreen"
#69
Colourette
4.0
(1)
"Colourette first base tinted sunscreen. I use the Biore one first tapos after a few minutes I apply first base for coverage."
#70
Fixderma
4.0
(1)
"Fixderma sunscreen (the gel one) will suit oily skin. I have acne prone skin too and I used almost 7-8 tubes of that so far and never got pimples."
#71
Photon
4.0
(1)
"If you don’t have budget issue and want non heavier options than you can go with photon hydra 360"
#72
Seekcaus
4.0
(1)
"Currently i am using Seekcaus Hydra Sunscreen Gel. it doesn’t have that gel texture, it’s creamy and so light. even after 8-9 hours of application it doesn’t feel oily or heavy on the skin."
#73
Ritual
4.0
(1)
"Currently using: ritual invisible protection face cream (not too heavy at feel ko tumatagal tlga sa face)"
#74
Luxe Organix
3.0
(1)
"Luxe Organix the yellow pump sunscreen hahaha"
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