Reviews For EltaMD UV Clear Broad Spectrum SPF 46 Facial Sunscreen
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Lightweight but dries a little chalky
This product was recommended to me by my dermatologist. In the past, I had used a popular mineral tinted moisturizer with an SPF of 25. My doctor prescribed TriLuMa to treat a few sun damage spots and told me I would need a higher SPF sunscreen. I originally tried the sample provided by Lovely Skin in another order of a slightly different Elta MD formulation and liked it very much. (In fact, when I use up this product, I will reorder the 44 SPF instead.) This is formulated for acne prone problem skin and while I do have the occasional hormonal breakout, I think at 42 this is just a little too drying for my skin. That said, it provides lightweight coverage, that is slightly buildable, it will not cover dark spots or undereye circles, but it does offer evening of skin tone and photographs well. Worn alone over a regular moisturizer it leaves a somewhat dewy finish. Most days I wear it like that with under eye concealer. For special occasions I layer it under bare minerals tinted moisturizer. I do not use it as my only moisturizer as I found it to be a little drying, it seems to have a slight alcohol feel that the SPF 44 version did not and worn alone it laid in my crows feet. I now apply it over my regular daytime moisturizer. It does have a somewhat chalky appearance in certain lighting if you wear it alone, but it is not super noticeable and was easily fixed by layering over other moisturizer. I do NOT recommend getting this anywhere near your eyes. I hike and exercise daily and if you sweat a lot, and this gets in your eyes it burns with the fire of a thousand suns. Think pouring-rubbing-alcohol-in-your-eyes burn. Overall I would recommend this version to someone younger than myself especially if they struggle with acne for a light everyday minimal coverage and excellent sun protection. Personally, for someone my age with my skin conditions I will reorder the SPF 44 version as it was creamier with a slightly more opaque coverage.
Autumn
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No Breakouts!
Very light and absorbs quickly even on oily skin.
LovelySkin Customer
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Love this sunscreen!
We love this sunscreen. It does not clog our pores or feel heavy, but provides excellent UV protection.
LovelySkin Customer
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Non-irritating sunscreen
I recently started using this again after switching to another sunscreen. I am acne prone and I find this calms my skin. It works well also as a base for my mineral makeup.
LovelySkin Customer
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The best!
I first saw my SO use this. I tried it. It’s expensive but worth it! Really protects skin! I have had basal cell cancers removed from my face, so this is just what I needed, extra protection!
Leenie
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perfect under makeup
I wear sunscreen every day and just started using this product. It absorbs nicely and creates a nice glow even after I put on makeup. It doesn't clog my pores, and it protects really well. A definite must have!!
BriarRose
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Wonderful product
I am very pleased with this sunscreen. It is very lightweight and is quickly absorbed into the skin, with no sticky residue whatsoever. I especially like the clear formula that doesn’t leave a chalky white film on the skin, I highly recommend this wonderful product.
Barnett
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Lightweight sunscreen
This was recommended by my dermatologist ten years ago and I have used it daily since. The only spf that I can use without feeling oily. I use it alone or under makeup and have never had an issue with Elta.
LovelySkin Customer
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You can't even tell you're wearing sunscreen~
So this sunscreen immediately absorbs - you can't tell you're wearing it. Has a slight smell, but dissipates quickly. My husband just had MOHS surgery and he likes it too (since he's never worn sunscreen or daily moisturizer ever!) Won't work for sweaty days. I have the tinted version too, and found it all over my towel when I wiped my face during a tennis match. But it's great. I've tried many a sunscreen, and this one is tops!
FormerFloridian
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Great for daily use!
This sunscreen is immediately absorbed - you can't even tell you have it on except for the slight sunscreen smell. I am super sensitive to a sunscreen smell, and it dissipated quickly. I have both this one and the clear version—can't tell much of a difference when applied—the tint is extremely sheer (I have light olive skin and usually choose fair shades in makeup). This isn't for use when you think you might sweat—I played tennis and when I wiped my face, found the tint on the towel. Overall it's a great purchase!
FormerFloridian
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I love it
I loved it.
LovelySkin Customer
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Best facial sunscreen I've ever used
This is my second purchase. I LOVE the texture and how smoothly it applies to my face. I really need ZINC, and this works well with or without makeup. I apply it before playing tennis too. I am a huge fan!
Weaver
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EltaMD UV Clear Broad-Spectrum SPF 46 Sunscreen - Untinted
This product works to protect my face from the summer sun. I love the glow the product produces.
LovelySkin Customer
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like it
Light and smooth. I like it.
LovelySkin Customer
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Feels very nice on the skin
I just started using this on my neck. It goes on very smooth and lightly, easy to spread on dry older skin. I use a different product with a tint on my face that allows me to skip using a foundation. This product is fairly expensive at 1.7 oz, compared to purchasing a similar 3.0 oz Obagi product, when on sale.
LovelySkin Customer
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WONDERFUL!
My favorite facial sunscreen, makes me glow!
LovelySkin Customer
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love this product!!
I love this sunscreen! I have used this product for several years and wear it every single day. It is so lightweight and doesn't leave skin feeling greasy or oily. It layers well under makeup and doesn't dry your skin out. It's so hard to find a sunscreen that works day to day and also serves as a moisturizer, but EltaMD does it all. Highly recommend this product!!
LovelySkin Customer
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Great!
So far so good! No breakouts and feels light and not greasy!!
laurasw927
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Fantastic sunscreen
I was loyal customer of another sunscreen for years until I tried a free sample of this and loved it. I was hesitant to use a tnted product but found it to be light and sheer. Easy to apply and absorbs nicely into my skin with no clogged pores.
LovelySkin Customer
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Fabulous sunscreen
I Love EltaMD Broad-Spectrum sunscreen. It goes on easily, is not sticky or greasy and I can’t feel it at all. This is a highly rated product that contains no harsh chemicals or toxic products in it. It matters to me what I put on my skin. This is The Best!
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