EltaMD UV Shield Full-Body Sunscreen Lotion Broad-Spectrum SPF 45, Non-Greasy, Sheer, Dermatologist-Recommended Face Sunscreen with Zinc Oxide, 3 oz

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I have used "Shield" for several years. It is the lightest chemical based sunscreen I could find for my sensitive, dry skin. I use it after applying my moisturizer. It is non-irritating and absorbs quickly. It does not leave a white cast. Often I will use a "tinted" sunscreen over it in place of makeup (EltaMD Physical tinted, or EltaMD Clear tinted). The 2 together, give me great sun protection without being too heavy. Shield does have Octinoxate, but it is not irritating nor does it smell. The product is fragrance free which is very hard to find in a sunscreen. It can be used on either face or body. I have found that 100% mineral based sunscreens are too heavy, greasy and leave a white film on my face. "Shield" is a good compromise.

I have been looking forever for an untinted sunscreen that doesn't leave an oily/shiny residue on my face after. This sunscreen works great! The consistency is just right, more of a lotion than a cream that can be easily applied and spread. When first applied I thought it left a white film on my face, but after you rub it in well it doesn't leave a film. (I have tan/olive skin) A little goes a long way, so use it liberally. I found if I used too much on my face, that's when I started to see a white film. This sunscreen barely leaves a shine on my face, much better than any other sunscreen I've tried, which is a lot. The Neutrogena Ultra Sheer sunscreen leaves too much of a shine on my face, and I found this brand to leave my skin looking like normal. It doesn't make it quite matte, but gives it a natural look without all the shine.I had previously been using Cotz tinted matte sunscreen because I wanted a tint sunscreen that wouldn't make my face shiny, but I decided to try an untinted sunscreen because the tinted sunscreen would get on my clothes or towels if I wiped my face.

I really like this. For comparison, I had been using the EltaMD Moisturizing Sunscreen SPF 40 for the last year and I actually like this one better. I had originally chose the "moisturizing sunscreen" because of the hyaluronic acid content (I have dry skin from tretinoin use), but I really didn't find it hydrating enough - my skin would be dry and flaky by lunch and makeup didn't look great over it because it would settle in the dry spots. This one is way better. It isn't marketed for dry skin, in fact, it says "normal to oily" but I find it wears much better on my dry skin. It's not greasy at all, and it's not exactly hydrating (I do think oilier skinned folks would be happy with this), yet somehow I don't feel like my my skin is completely dehydrated at the end of the day anymore. I'm not sure if this is related but I've also found that my skin is clearer when using this? I never noticed until I switched to this that the other sunscreen was making me break out. +10 points for the higher SPF (45 vs 40 in the moisturizing sunscreen), and the larger bottle. Far more economical per ounce for a better product.

This is a great sunscreen. Works to block sun, nicely moisturizing, great under makeup. But there are two things I don’t like about it. Because it is a chemical (as opposed to physical) sunscreen, the sunblocking chemistry means that the molecules absorb heat instead of reflecting it. Long story short, this sunscreen makes me hot. I swear so much more when wearing this sunscreen than I do with zinc oxide alone. Next, I noticed by the end of the day (without reapplying) my face and eyes start to burn like I’m reacting to something. Not heat or sunburn, but more like a reaction that stops only after I wash my face. But it only happens after I leave it on for a while - around 7PM. It’s really weird, but it has happened consistently with this sunscreen and not with others.

I have very oily skin and live a city that is super hot and humid in summer. This is by far the best summertime facial sunscreen I have used. It goes on so cleanly (w/o a sticky residue) that the first time I used it, I applied it twice. I was nervous that I didn't have enough on or that I wouldn't be protected! But it's fantastic. I use it on my face and chest and have not burned in the slightest, even walking around in direct sunlight. Oh, and I have never had a breakout or any irritation from it.I have fair skin, so the slight white cast isn't a problem for me but it pretty much disappears after applied. I keep a tube in my bag all summer for reapplications in the afternoons after work - Even on top of my unwashed face, it doesn't feel stickyNow that the weather is getting cooler, I think it may be a bit drying for winter so I'll be switching over to the UV clear (great product too!).

I didn't realize I had sensitive skin but I tried every single sunscreen suggested by the Sephora associates and I got a rash from every single one. According to them they were 'green' products so I shouldn't have had a reaction. A coworker mentioned her dermatologist suggested EltaMD and she loved it. I tried it and sure enough, I had no reaction to this product. It goes on smoothly and lasts through 100 degree weather. I don't know about the moisturizing part because I use a moisturizer under it. Never tries it as a moisturizer.I do highly recommend this product whether or not you have sensitive skin.